Below are a couple of the best restaurants in Lake Tahoe where you can enjoy a great meal for a reasonable price. Most Lake Tahoe restaurants are either on the North Shore, South Shore or in Squaw Valley. The two restaurants below are a couple of popular and affordable restaurants on the north shore and south shore respectively.

Cutthroat's Saloon: Situated on the North Shore in Incline Village inside the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Cutthroat's Saloon is one of the best restaurants Lake Tahoe. They are known for serving up a great jalapeno cheddar cheeseburger and a heartwarming french onion soup. Something to consider when you eat at Cutthroat's - the portions are mighty big, so if you don't eat like a bear or just not that hungry, you may want to split a meal between two people.

The Beacon Bar and Grill: Located on the shore of South Lake Tahoe in Camp Richardson Historic Resort, the Beacon Bar and Grill is easily one of the best restaurants in Lake Tahoe. Serving up some delicious European-inspired American fare, this South Lake Tahoe restaurant will leave you satisfied and full. Do try their famous Rum Runner, which is the perfect summer drink to enjoy on their outdoor patio.

If fine dining in Lake Tahoe is more of what you're looking for, be sure to check out the two restaurants below. These pricier Lake Tahoe restaurants may not be a good fit for those with a tight budget; however they represent some of the best Lake Tahoe dining, so if a fancy, romantic dinner is what you're looking for, these are your cup of tea.

Lone Eagle Grille: Located inside the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort Spa and Casino, the Lone Eagle Grille is the premier fine dining option at Incline Village. This American-style restaurant offers all kinds of fare and is known for some of the best beef tenderloin around. The signature drink at the Lone Eagle Grille is the Golden Eagle, which is a sort of slushie drink and a high ABV.

The Soule Domain: This popular north shore restaurant practically straddles the California-Nevada border in Brockway, next to Kings Beach. The charming, log cabin ambiance of the Soule Domain gives customers a full Lake Tahoe mountain experience, while eating delectable, healthy food. The Soule Domain offers many delicious vegetarian and vegan options; however, for those who still want their high protein steak and fish can be easily accommodated.