Evan's American Gourmet Cafe

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    536 Emerald Bay Rd

    South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

    Mon

    • Closed

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    • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    • Closed

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      Rachel M.
      Walnut Creek, CA
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      Jun 13, 2025

      The previous reviews said it all. The chef is excellent, creative and very tasteful. Every bite was well balanced and cooked perfectly. We had a shrimp appetizer with the best "coleslaw" I've ever tried. It was beautifully plated and delicious. The Halibut came with a mix of vegetables a very unique blend. The Venison and duck were also wonderful.
      The desserts are described well elsewhere. All very good.
      The ambience and service were great too.

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      Donna H.
      Pleasant Hill, CA
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      Jun 6, 2025

      We were so fortunate to drop by and were able to get an early table. Beautiful restaurant,absolutely wonderful food and service. A very special place to eat! The presentation of the food was outstanding and beautiful. If I could give it six stars, I would.

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      Brian L.
      Los Angeles, CA
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      Jul 17, 2024

      We went to Evan's for a Saturday night dinner reservation and it was absolutely amazing!

      We're usually hesitant to order the daily specials at any restaurant, but the specials looked interesting and server assured us that everything they served would be amazing so we decided to take their word for it...and everything was indeed absolutely delish. They also have a great selection of wines.

      Evan's was probably the best dining experiences we had in the area. The service was top notch and the food great. Can't wait to go back next time we're in Tahoe!

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      We loved this place!!! Such a cute little place so it felt very intimate. Service was great and food was even better!!! My boyfriend got the New York steak special and he said it was the best steak he's ever had. Being vegetarian i didn't have a lot of options.. well they did but i am super picky so i just got a salad but the salad was soooo good and refreshing! They had a lot of dessert options and they all sounded yummy so we got the dessert sampler and I'm lad we did because the crème brule was amazing and so were the cheesecakes!

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      evelyn C.
      Mountain View, CA
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      Aug 24, 2024

      Top of the notch restaurant as far as service & food!
      Tammy our server is great and the halibut and homemade scallops fettuccine are Excellent!!
      Will definitely make this place be our annual visit spot!!

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      Amber B.
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      Feb 6, 2025

      This meal was delicious. My husband got the venison and the potatoes with it was so delectable, seasoned perfectly! I got the salmon which was slightly over cooked and just kinda meh. Cute little spot that was warm and cozy while it was snowing. Called ahead to get reservations for our anniversary dinner. We finished the meal with the dessert sampler and omg that was the best dessert I've had from a restaurant in a long time.

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      Juan G.
      Santa Rosa, CA
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      To give Evan's less than a five star would be a travesty. It's not very good, it's great. The small dining room is well appointed. Our table for 2 had a duck and chicken pare with crackers. The service was incredible. Attentive and they care!

      I had the rack of lamb and Yan had the roasted quail. We both had the house salad. Just excellent!

      Drive here and enjoy. They are closed on Thanksgiving. We will

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      Laura N.
      Phoenix, AZ
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      May 12, 2025

      My husband I went for our wedding anniversary. Food was delicious. Staff was awesome. Would definitely recommend this restaurant!

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      Brendon F.
      Glenbrook, NV
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      Aug 29, 2024

      Worst upscale dining in Tahoe. Wait staff were terribly clueless regarding the wine selection.

      The food was not good. We didn't finish our meals. Skip this place.

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      Judy Z.
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      Jan 25, 2024

      I came here with a group of 8 on a Saturday and had a wonderful dinner. The restaurant is on the smaller side but the food was exquisite. The restaurant is small and intimate, perfect for a gathering of close friends. It's nice to have conversation in a restaurant and be able to hear everyone. All the dished we ordered came out beautifully presented and tasted so good. Definitely my new favorite restaurant in tahoe!

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