The Hot Spot Tahoe ~ Pottery Painting Candle Making & More
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The Hot Spot Tahoe ~ Pottery Painting Candle Making & More

475 N Lake Blvd #154, Tahoe City, CA

★★★★★4.8(25 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Nestled in Tahoe City, this creative gathering spot brews traditional coffee drinks alongside pottery painting and candle-making workshops, making it the perfect refuge for both quick caffeine fixes and leisurely creative afternoons with friends and family. Owner Olivia and her team have cultivated a genuinely warm, welcoming atmosphere where visitors consistently praise the personalized attention and encouraging spirit—whether you're stopping by solo or celebrating a special occasion. It's the kind of place where a simple coffee run can turn into an unexpectedly memorable experience because the people behind the counter actually care.

What to expect

Quick grabFamily friendlyTraditional drinksSlow sitMeetings

Google Reviews

JustJess Eoh
★★★★★a month ago

Very cool fun and family friendly spot. Very accommodating and kind owner. Multiple choices to get creative..

Paramjit Singh Kalra
★★★★★a year ago

Highly recommended!! 👌🏼 We visited the hot spot for our anniversary and it became a memorable place for us. Victoria was very helpful, cheering and friendly, guided us and always kept on asking for any help 🎉😇👍🏻🙏🏽 We painted a ceramic gnome, made a candle etc. Small studio but has a very positive atmosphere. 😊😍

Dawn Galbo
★★★★★a year ago

We went to The Hot Spot Tahoe with a group of friends while visiting in Tahoe City and had a delightful time. The owner of The Hot Spot was so personable, we really enjoyed having the opportunity to meet her. Her assistant, Victoria was so helpful, knowledgeable, kind and having her help during our pottery painting time, really enhanced our experience at The Hot Spot. Finally, our pottery pieces were fired and ready for pick up exactly when promised, which was fantastic! I highly recommend The Hot Spot, you won't be disappointed!!!

Natalie Purcell
★★★★★2 years ago

My wife and I went here today and we had the best time and experience! I can't recommend this place enough! The owner Olivia is absolutely WONDERFUL and makes you feel so welcome and helps with anything at all you need! She is so friendly & kind and really cares about her customers! We had the best experience & would 10000% recommend to anyone that comes to Tahoe!

ZipZapZop
★★★★★8 years ago

This was such a fun, quick activity to do on a boring afterneoon. The staff was helpful and friendly, and the well-priced mini garden I made turned out beautifully! Overall, great experience, and be sure to visit on your next trip to tahoe!

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