Rosie's Café
571 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA
Crema's Take
“Rosie's Café is a wonderfully quirky Tahoe City institution where taxidermy-adorned walls and mismatched vintage charm create the perfect backdrop for generous breakfasts and unhurried mornings with friends. The staff genuinely makes you feel like a regular from your first visit, with server standouts like Elise delivering the kind of warm, attentive service that keeps people coming back. Come hungry for their solid pancakes and biscuits and gravy, settle into the outdoor seating, and embrace the eclectic, lived-in atmosphere that locals clearly treasure.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Great atmosphere and location in town. Would be the perfect stop for a cold winter day. But we came in for breakfast on a summer’s morning. The food was decent, but not for the +$15 charged for each meal. Came out to roughly $80 for 4 people and some pretty basic meals. Will…
I had the pleasure of eating here recently with my son, daughter in law and grandson. The food and service was outstanding. My grandson is 2.5 years old and he had a lot of energy while we were there, we apologized to our server who may have also been the owner. She said there's…
Showed up in April. Limited Menu and it was still amazing. $5 cheeseburger hit the spot with a side a hefty side of sweet potato fries. Husband had a patty melt - much bigger, fries included (mo money but worth the price). Erin was a fabulous waitress! Service was the best!…
This is a place you need to enjoy while in Tahoe City. The wait staff are so warm, friendly and engaging with the patrons. I felt like I was an old regular even though it was my first time visiting. During the summer they are always packed, winter time can vary. I loved the…
Elise at Rosie’s took good care of us. She, individually, is worth coming again and again providing spectacular service and attitude. The biscuit and gravy was alright. The pancakes, had browns, and breakfast sandwich were terrific. The mocha espresso tastes like it’s supposed…
“Where Taxidermy Meets Toast Points” Rosie’s Café in Tahoe City is what happens when your grandmother’s attic, a taxidermy shop, and a really solid brunch spot all collide in a beautiful, maple-syrup-scented explosion. You walk in and instantly wonder if you’ve stepped into a…
Crema Reviews
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