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Caliente is a bar in Kings Beach, CA.

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A R
A R -Google user
a year ago
Caliente is definitely underrated versus some of the reviews we read before we visited this establishment. We had the chips, salsa, fajitas, and all three, along with the service, were great. While you don't get great views of Lake Tahoe, the rooftop dining area is...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Catherine Cosse
Catherine Cosse -Google user
a year ago
Good selection of food and drinks. Great sangria and prickly pear margarita. Wonderful setting and service, Happy customers. Everything was delicious for a late impromptu dinner. Even the chips and salsa were awesome, light and crisp with a well balanced tasty salsa, I did enjoy...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5
Brendan
Brendan -Google user
2 years ago
Upscale, Mexican restaurant with natural and real real cocktails and food offerings. Caution: Lake Tahoe has become somewhat of an overcrowded destination, so make sure you make a reservation or you may not be seated. If you’re looking for a great food, and want something...Read More
Dinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Chicken Fajitas
April P.
April P. -Google user
Edited 2 years ago
One of the best mexican there is Hearty servings, good service. 👍 My favorite is the fish taco and the short ribs platter They always recommend steak tacos but prefer the shortribs it has a bit of fats for added juicyness. It's my...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Chips and SalsaPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parkingBack of the restaurant
The LuxeTraveler
The LuxeTraveler -Google user
4 years ago
Had a great lunch on the upper deck. This spot is lively , right across the street from King's Beach. Food, service and ambiance is great. I got there right after opening so I had a good seat. It does fill up fast after 5pm...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30
Fred Hsu
Fred Hsu -Google user
4 years ago
Lots of choices for drinks from the bar. Friendly staff, beautiful scenery. Awesome food! From simple chip and salsa, burger, bowls! All were fantastic!
Dine inLunch$20–30
aymen abbes
aymen abbes -Google user
2 years ago
I give it 5 star again and again We had shrimp and steak fajitas and it was delicious and served 3 people Desert was deep fried ice cream which is a must try The service was amazing and everything tasted perfect Will come back when i visit tahoe again...Read More
Darshan Choudhary
Darshan Choudhary -Google user
5 years ago
Good food and excellent drinks. Service was top notch
hayley
hayley -Google user
3 years ago
Such a delicious spot is Lake Tahoe! Great atmosphere, great service, and delicious food! A bit pricey but it’s expected! Very vegan/vegetarian friendly! I ordered the wet burrito, with veggies instead of meat and no cheese or sour cream. I also ordered salsa and chips...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30
Sarah O'Brien
Sarah O'Brien -Google user
3 years ago
Fast seating without a reservation on a summer Saturday evening. Attentive server staff. Prices a bit high to me, but it's a tourist area so likely average for the vicinity. Food took about 20 minutes from order to table. We had chicken molé enchiladas, shrimp...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50
alissa amrein
alissa amrein -Google user
Edited a year ago
We had lunch there, ordered shrimp tacos and house margaritas. It was delicious! I would love to go back soon!
Dine inLunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5
Jeff Thurston
Jeff Thurston -Google user
4 years ago
Service is on point! Our waitress seemed to have ESP. The food and drinks are fantastic too. Really enjoyed the queso fundido and fish tacos.
Katie Mccortney
Katie Mccortney -Google user
3 years ago
What a great dinner experience. Food and margaritas were great but Eric the manager made the whole dinner an experience!! He is the whole enchilada!!
brandon blanco
brandon blanco -Google user
3 years ago
Amazing service with fantastic mixed drinks. Did not disappoint! Ask for Lane TRUST ME THIS GUY KNOWS HOW TO MAKE A DRINK! Best experience we have had in Tahoe!
Dine inDinner$20–30
Jason
Jason -Google user
a year ago
Great place for Mexican food as the service was great, waiters friendly however the drinks need a little help. I ordered a Latte and it was exceptional ❤️ definitely worth the visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Alina Romina
Alina Romina -Google user
a year ago
Absolutely fantastic experience at the Mexican restaurant I visited yesterday! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a vibrant atmosphere. The food was absolutely delicious, bursting with authentic flavors and made with fresh ingredients. The service was impeccable, with...Read More
Todd Kelly
Todd Kelly -Google user
a year ago
The chips, salsa, and chupacabra drinks alone are worth the drive from Reno for my husband and I. We absolutely love this place. All of their food is amazing and their outside patio offers a perfect and relaxed dining experience.
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Chips and Salsa, Wet Burrito, Chicken Fajitas, Shrimp TacosPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parkingThere is an elevator from the 1st floor to the upstairs patio dining.
Adam Morales
Adam Morales -Google user
a year ago
Four of us had a wonderful experience. Food was well above most, and creative delicious dishes. And the service great that evening. Pricey maybe.
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 4Short Rib Tacos, Enchiladas
Shannon Muñoz
Shannon Muñoz -Google user
4 years ago
This place is great! My party and I almost didn’t come here because of some recent bad reviews but man I am glad we decided to try it out. The upstairs patio has a great vibe and the staff is very friendly and attentive. We...Read More
Spare Properties
Spare Properties -Google user
4 years ago
I've been here a couple years ago and had the seafood chimichanga. It was so delicious that I came back with friends a couple more times. I couldn't wait till it opened back up this season to try some other menu items. This time I...Read More
Mary Macpherson
Mary Macpherson -Google user
2 years ago
Had an absolute blast here the other night for dinner with my husband and sons. Loved the appetizers, meals (favorites were chicken mole and shrimp and steak fajitas) and drinks (try the Chupacabra, you won't be sorry!). Great service, too. Thanks for a fun evening!
Jennifer Skaggs
Jennifer Skaggs -Google user
6 years ago
We had so much fun at Caliente! We showed up with a group of 7. They were able to seat us quickly and provide attentive service for the whole meal. We were there for an early dinner, and the place quickly started filling up. The...Read More
chaka chaka
chaka chaka -Google user
2 years ago
Love this place! We live 1/2 the time in Kings Beach and eat here about once a week. Best, hamburger ever, we always order The manager TJ is one of the reasons we always go back. He is the owner's answer to a...Read More
Ethan Tilden
Ethan Tilden -Google user
4 years ago
Food was great, drinks were great, atmosphere was awesome. They even found me and my wife a seat instantly even though they were packed. Really went out of their way to make it a good experience. 10/10 recommend.
Misscasey foust
Misscasey foust -Google user
6 years ago
Food was amazing best Mexican food we had in years. Chips warm fresh & awesome. However I was a bit surprised we had to pay nearly $4.00 a basket per chips & salsa we had a party of eight & our dinner with no alcohol...Read More
A.J. Cohen
A.J. Cohen -Google user
Edited 7 years ago
A very cool little spot in King's Beach, reminiscent of an older Mexican Cantina . We stopped by and while the bottom level of this 2 story restaurant was closed - the upper level deck / bar was very busy. Service is exceptional, the views...Read More
Vishav Vir Singh
Vishav Vir Singh -Google user
3 years ago
Had an amazing experience with our family of 6. The place attracted us as we were driving by and it beat all expectations. The ambience was great, our waiter was extremely courteous and warm and the food was exquisite and very well …
Jonathan Smith
Jonathan Smith -Google user
7 years ago
**ding ding ding ** Hello, this place is great! I try to come here every trip to Tahoe. I am not sure if it is a local joint or …
Beth Paul
Beth Paul -Google user
2 years ago
Pricey. It’s Tahoe so plan on that. Food was good. Service was good. Drinks were good. Only sad thing for me is that we had to pay extra for chips and salsa …
Robert Rae
Robert Rae -Google user
7 years ago
Dinner with a family at Caliente tonight was excellent! This is a really good Tex Mex which is not easily found in California. Great fajita's, chips and salsa, and a really good selection of tequila including some very high quality extra …

Features

Service options

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Delivery

Highlights

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Popular for

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Accessibility

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Offerings

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Amenities

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Atmosphere

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Crowd

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Planning

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Payments

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Children

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Parking

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Other

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