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Nephele's Restaurant


3.5 of 5 stars 17 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Californian

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1 of 5 stars
travelfoodandwine   1 contribution
lake tahoe
Oct 25, 2009

This is the only time I can recall having this bad of an experience in many, many years. We ordered a bottle of wine and had to ask for it again after our salads arrived. Then she brought us the wrong bottle. My elk was overcooked and I would have said something, however nobody came to our table for over... more

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3 of 5 stars
Travelf0rFun2   5 contributions
Los Gatos, CA
Sep 21, 2009

I really wanted to love this place but walked away just knowing I probably will not return. Why? It's a place that tries really hard to be great but the food is just okay. The description of the offerings sound so interesting but unfortunately are not accurate in my opinion. Food is not bad, don't get me wrong, just okay.... more

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2 of 5 stars
sabacfo   1 contribution
Sherman Oaks CA
Jul 29, 2009

We had 4 for dinner this evening. We were early so the service was good and attentive. The specials were extensive and the hostess struggled to describe them properly so the waiter had to go over them. The waitress also said that the soup was vegetarian but when questioned she admitted it was made with chicken. Better training is called... more

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4 of 5 stars
TenneesseeJulie   6 contributions
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Feb 21, 2009

We loved the place so much that we returned 2 nights later to try other dishes. Good service, generous portions. Halibut entree was great, other entrees comparable. Need reservations-place is small. Parking just outside the door. more

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5 of 5 stars
vivedetravel   22 contributions
chicago,Illinois
Jan 22, 2009

The food was great. Service was excellent. We were stuffed so didn't go in the jacuzzi, but would of been fun I'm sure. Everything was wonderful! more

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5 of 5 stars
servok   30 contributions
oklahoma city
Sep 26, 2008

My wife and I ate dinner here in September. B-Roy was our server and he was the best I have ever encountered with his helpful guidance through the menu and portions. The food was extraordinary. Our main courses were the specials of the night (yellow fin tuna and prawns) and side items were exquisitely flavored. Parking was easy and close... more

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2 of 5 stars
nocomment   1 contribution
Los Angeles
Apr 9, 2008

I think I was expecting too much based on the reviews. We ordered 3 appetizers and split one entree for 2 people. We like to do that so we can sample a variety. California cheesecake was delicious. Jumbo gulf shrimp was good but can't say too much, they did doctor up the cocktail sauce a bit. Stuffed mushrooms were swimming... more

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5 of 5 stars
mm4113   43 contributions
lake forest, ca
Mar 30, 2008

Great atmosphere and great food! more

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5 of 5 stars
traveler979   6 contributions
PA
Mar 29, 2008

Dining at Nephele's was a wonderful experience. The unique Californian cuisine makes in the best of South Lake Tahoe. We ordered the "seafood cheesecake" appetizer. It was like nothing we had even eaten before and it was delicious with some bread. For the main course, we had the lamb. If it is available then I would highly recommend getting it.... more

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5 of 5 stars
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Feb 17, 2008

excellent and fancy, good wines, try the seafood dip more

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Nephele's Restaurant Address

1169 Ski Run Blvd, Lake Tahoe, CA 96150-8522
Tel: 530 544 8130
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.