The Red Hut Café — Restaurant in South Lake Tahoe

Since we were going back home, we decided to have breakfast here. Like any breakfast/brunch place this place was busy even on a weekday. We gave our name and waited for twenty minutes and then got seated inside. They have a pretty good menu with all day breakfast served. We ordered coffee, apple and orange juices to drink. To eat we ordered a French toast special which comes with a choice of bacon or sausage and an egg along with six French toast, Rostii , Strawberry waffle and Mountain omelette. Indeed for an American breakfast, you will never go hungry because they always serve a big portion. The lady who took our order was pretty experienced in every way as for each order she asked for what side orders of any, or how do you want your egg to be done etc. The food came to our table in no time and the syrup, marmalade, sugar everything was on the table served which she called out. Everything was so perfectly done and called out that all we had to do was eat. Everyone enjoyed their first day of the meal and as I said big portions, so we did pack our leftovers in a box. The service is excellent even though they are busy. The staff is very polite and helpful. This place has a lot of merchandise with the restaurant name, such as coffee mugs, t-shirts, caps, soft toys etc. They have a separate chai place where you can order chai while you're waiting. The overall experience is awesome and yes, you must visit here if you're around this place. I love to support the...

I know this is a South Lake Tahoe classic, so I wanted to love it — but it just didn’t quite hit all the marks I was hoping for.

The menu is all-American diner fare, and while the ingredients were typical for a greasy spoon, it tasted less like it was “made with love” and more like the kitchen was pushing quantity over quality. Granted, we were at the tail end of a long wait from the mid-morning rush, so it’s possible their day had been really busy.

The over-medium eggs and hashbrowns were great, and there was plenty of ketchup and hot sauce on the table.

The pancake was fine, but it was a bit disappointing to pay extra for bananas just for them to be on top, and not cooked inside, the pancake — had we known it was a topping and not a core ingredient, we would have opted for something else.

The country fried steak got was not bad, though the gravy was very mild on flavor. I was hoping for something with that homemade touch, but it felt more like food I’d be eating at any number of diners.

To be honest, we saw some plates of french toast at the order counter as we were wrapping up, and I snagged a picture because they looked delicious. If I were to go back to Red Hut, I’d be more willing to gamble on the French toast than have a repeat.

Ultimately though, brunch spots are limited in South Lake Tahoe, so sometimes good enough is still good. I’d be willing to try again if a long-time loyal fan showed me the ropes, otherwise I’ll likely try somewhere...

We went here for breakfast and already had a long line before our side. Luckily upon having the counter bar side available, we took that side so that we don’t have to wait for another long time.

Eggs Benedict 19.50 Omelette with Ham and Cheese 18.00 Coffee 6. 50 Overall with Tips $57.41

We thought the host of the cafe was attentive and friendly alongside Francis - she’s a very warm, attentive, and loving lady who also recommended us to try their special Eggs Benedict.

The Waitress took our order for us starting with coffee, Eggs Benedict, and Omelette with Ham and Cheese. Each meal served with hash browns, and mine came with an English muffin too.

We waited probably around 10-12mins, the Eggs Benedict came a bit later but not that much different from a wait.

What we loved about their breakfast, both weren’t too overpowering with flavours. And that we can simply add condiments when we want to.

The only downside was the coffee no kick of strong, bold and good flavour and aroma from the coffee - we felt just drinking flavoured drink. Also the ambience which can be a bit noisy around, especially, we came during the peak hours.

We want to give compliments to the staff, the cooks, and the overall service. We’re very pleased with the food. And special mention to Francis, her enthusiasm and energetic presence added value to the Red Hut Cafe.

Happy to come back and...