Cb's Bistro - CARNELIAN BAY

CB's was a fantastic experience, it's a restaurant where you get so much more than just food. The ambience and laid back demeanor of the place itself, the music, the artwork, so deliberate in its attitude. If you're a dead-head this will be your favorite spot to visit due to the music and the indie artwork that covers the walls. The pizza hit the spot, crispy and delicious, we went with a thin crust and that's not easy to get right! This restaurant is touted as a local favorite and you could see that when you walked in. This place earned my respect and my appreciation up front. The drinks were cold and the attitude was warm, we felt 100% welcome and invited. Our kids are great judges on vibes and demeanor and they loved it there. Zach is a South Carolina native that brings a much needed hospitality and relaxation to a town that stresses presentation to the affluent, he's the most down to earth business owner I've met in over 20 years of taking trips to Tahoe. Can't wait to come back with my dad, this place was built for him. Also Zach is a TACOMA guy, so that tells you how cool he really is Going to CB's (OVERALL) Picture yourself in a warm atmosphere, Janis Joplin, colorful artwork on the walls, cold drink in your hand enjoying a hot crispy pizza, in an environment where you feel welcome. Picture yourself talking with the nicest and most attentive restaurant owner you've met in quite awhile, for the world acting so crazy he offers a clean, energetic and warm place that calms your nerves. Imagine it not costing you a fortune either, imagine you have a new hidden local joint to hit on your off days. [Disclaimer] I read Lisa's hit piece on this place and LAUGHED, I felt it necessary to go and see, to tell the people what this restaurant is REALLY like for REAL people. Let's BE REAL, this restaurant is RAD and Tahoe needs more places like it. I'm not a millionaire, I don't need views of the lake eating overly expensive bland food, I don't expect to be treated like royalty, but Zach treated us like FAMILY and that is worth so much MORE than a front.

We are still avoiding indoor dining with the covid surge and being immune compromised, and it's been harder to find places with outdoor seating. CBs has a few outdoor tables and they were happy to serve us in the chilly autumn evening. Service was friendly and prudent. The gluten free pizza was very good. The classic cheeseburger was well made, with good veg, and really hit the spot. The tater tots were perfectly crispy. The venue is in a strip mall next to a Laundromat which advertises a free beer from CBs when you purchase a wash and fold service. Not great views despite being so close to the lake, but still worth checking out. The bar looks like it would be a fun casual hangout. Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free pizza is a good gf option. Not a gluten free kitchen, so advise talking to the staff if you're celiac.

Great pizza,excellent Greek salad service top notch and twisted tea on tap excellent. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

We stopped in CB’s bistro for lunch on our way to South Lake. And wow what a surprise! Wonderful out of the way place but right off the main road. The food was delicious. Best classic burger I’ve had in a long time, cooked to order and pizza with a great crispy crust, fresh ingredients and a super good sauce. Loved the vibe there. Great music and also super clean! Zach, one of the owners, was so personable . Definitely a place I will regularly go back to!

Thank you for good service. Good beer food! Price per person: $10–20