Located in the heart of South Lake Tahoe, Taste at The Loft is South Lake Tahoe’s only tapas restaurant, offering a unique dining experience with a menu of American tapas and small plates designed for sharing. Under the guidance of Executive Chef Frank Trotta, a Culinary Institute of America graduate and Certified Sommelier, our kitchen creates bold, inventive dishes using the finest sustainable, local, and seasonal ingredients.
Our thoughtfully crafted menu caters to a variety of tastes, offering refined options for meat lovers, vegetarians, and plant-based diners, as well as gluten-free selections. Taste at The Loft provides a sophisticated dining experience where every dish is a celebration of flavor, served in an elegant and inviting atmosphere.
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"One of the standout features of the Loft is their shared plates concept. This approach encourages a communal dining experience, allowing everyone to sample a variety of delicious dishes. The efficiency of the kitchen staff is impressive; food is served as soon as it's prepared, ensuring each dish arrives fresh and at its best. Highly recommended!"
SOUPS & SALADS
Add to any salad: Chicken $8 - Shrimp $10
Baby Spinach
With Duck Confit Wontons, Goat Cheese, Dried Cranberries, Candied Pecans, Red Onions and Orange Sherry Vinaigrette
$18
Bleu Wedge
Iceberg Wedge with Gorgonzola Crumbles, Pancetta, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Bleu Cheese Dressing, and Balsamic Glaze
$15
Ciabatta Bread
With Olive Oil, Herbs and Spices (V)
Full $12 - Half $7
House
Mixed Baby Greens with Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onions, Balsamic Vinaigrette, and Shredded Parmesan
$12
Roasted Tomato Bisque
With Lump Crabmeat and Crème Fraiche
$14
Soup of The Day
MKT $
V=Vegetarian GF=Gluten-Free
COLD
Bison Carpaccio
With White Truffle Oil, Capers, Red Onions, Fleur de Sel, Cracked Black Pepper, Shaved Parmesan and Ciabatta Crisps
$16
Deviled Eggs
With Pancetta and Parmesan Crisps
$15
Hummus Trio Traditional, Avocado Lime and Beet Ricotta
Served with Pita Triangles
$16
Pesto Burrata Fresh Burrata Cheese
Filled with Basil Pesto and served with Blistered Tomatoes, Pomegranate Balsamic Reduction, Grgich Hills Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fleur de Sel, Fried Basil, and Ciabatta Crisps
$20
Roasted Red and Golden Beets
With Laura Chenel Goat Cheese, Hot Honey, and Fried Sage Leaves
$16
Shrimp, Mango and Avocado Ceviche
With Plantain Chips
$20
HOT
Blackened Shrimp Mac n Cheese
With Gemelli Pasta and Five Cheese
$16
Blistered Shishito Peppers
With Browned Butter, Meyer Lemon and Parmesan
$13
Charbroiled Filet Mignon
With Roasted Garlic Gorgonzola Cream, Five Cheese Potato Gratin and Grilled Asparagus
$27
Crispy Tamarind Chipotle Duck Tacos
With Grilled Pineapple Slaw
$18
Fettuccine Con Anatra
Primo's Homemade Fettuccine with Duck Confit, Shiitake Mushrooms and a Rich Marsala Sauce with Shaved Parmesan
$22
Flash Fried Calamari Rings and Tentacles
With Roasted Tomato Aioli
$15
Fresh Fettuccine Pasta with Arugula Pesto
Primo's Homemade Fettuccine with Roasted Pistachio and Arugula Pesto, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella
$18
Fried Potatoes
With Spicy Tomato Aioli
$10
Gnocchi Bolognese
Asiago Stuffed Pasta Dumplings with a Wild Boar and Venison Meat Sauce topped with Shaved Parmesan
$19
Goat Cheese, Mushroom and Spinach Arancini
With Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
$15
Grilled Chicken Skewers
With Bourbon Barbecue Sauce, Sweet Potato Mash and Crispy Fried Onions
$16
Gruyere and Cheddar Grilled Cheese Dippers
With Roasted Tomato Bisque
$16
Honey Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts
With Shaved Parmesan
$12
Portabella Tempura
Sliced Portabella Mushrooms Flash Fried in a Light Tempura Batter with Chipotle Aioli
$14
Seared Jumbo Scallops
With Meyer Lemon Caper-berry Sauce and Lemon Pepper Risotto
$29
Slow Braised Pork Cheek
With Creamy Sundried Tomato Basil Polenta and Apple Gravy
$18
Sweet and Spicy Shrimp
$14
Tofu Buffalo Wings
Crispy Tofu with Garlic Buffalo Sauce, Celery, Carrots and Bleu Cheese Dressing
$14
V=Vegetarian GF=Gluten-Free
LARGE PLATES
"The Burger"
Grilled 8 oz Pat La Frieda Short Rib Burger Patty on a Brioche Bun topped with Aged White Cheddar, Candied Jalapeño Bacon, Caramelized Onions, Roasted Tomato, Arugula and Fig Jam Aioli served with Garlic Parmesan Fries
$26
Cabernet Braised Boneless Beef Short Rib
With Mushroom Risotto and Mixed Vegetables
$47
Cajun Seafood Pasta
Primo's Homemade Fettuccine with Shrimp, Scallops and Calamari in a Spicy Tomato Cream Sauce
$45
V=Vegetarian GF=Gluten-Free
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
Bread PuDeep Fried Brioche with White Chocolate Ganache and Blueberry Grand Marnier Compote
$14
Chef’s Choice Dessert
Ask your Server about our Daily Dessert Specials
MKT$
Chocolate Trio
House-made Chocolate Cheesecake, Raspberry Chocolate Mousse in a Dark Chocolate Cup and Chocolate Bark with Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Apricots, and Pretzel Crumbles
$14
S’mores
Classic S’mores Kit with Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bars, Honey Graham Crackers and Marshmallows
$12 / $22
Tiramisu
Espresso Soaked Ladyfingers with Mascarpone Cream and a Sprinkle of Ghirardelli Cocoa
$12
“Not Your Father’s” Root Beer Float
House-made Vanilla Gelato served in a Pint of “Not Your Father’s” Alcoholic Root Beer
$14