Samurai Restaurant
Sushi
- August 3, 2026
- https://www.sushitahoe.com/
- (530) 542-0300
- Samurai Restaurant, 2588, Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Highland Woods, Al Tahoe, Tahoe Valley, South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California, 96150, United States
Cult Burger
West Shore Resturants
Description
Cult Burger: Old-School Flavor on Lake Tahoe’s West Shore
Tucked into a small shopping center at 7000 W. Lake Blvd. in Tahoma, California, Cult Burger has earned a devoted local following as a go-to spot for lunch or dinner near Meeks Bay. Chef and owner Quinten Frye brings a fine-dining background to a deliberately simple menu, proving that a beef patty on a brioche bun with a mayo-mustard “cult sauce” can rival any gourmet burger in the Basin.
The signature classic pairs American or aged white cheddar with the house sauce, but adventurous eaters should try the Tahoma burger (Bibb lettuce, tomato jam, and white cheddar) or the Longhorn, loaded with grilled jalapeΓ±os and bacon. Pair any burger with hand-cut fries, craft sodas, or milkshakes, and don’t skip the outdoor seating, where guests can enjoy the mountain air after a day at the beach.
Why choose Cult Burger:
- Quick, friendly counter service β ideal for a fast lunch between lake activities
- Outdoor seating with mountain views
- Hand-cut fries, house-made pickles, and frozen custard
- A short walk from Meeks Bay and neighboring West Shore favorites like Where We Met and the Dog and Bear Tavern
Good to know: Cult Burger typically operates seasonally, with reduced days or a temporary winter closure in past years, so travelers planning a visit outside peak summer months should check current hours on eatcultburger.com before heading over.
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Cult Burger, 7000, West Lake Boulevard, Placer County, California, 96142, United States
Cult Burger, 7000, West Lake Boulevard, Placer County, California, 96142, United States
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Jimmy Y.
Cult burger is by far one of the best burger joints in all of Lake Tahoe! No matter the shore you’re staying on this joint is well worth the ride, even during construction delays!
We stopped by during our regular drive around lake, which we will now do two times during our stays at the cabin because of Cult. The ingredients are fresh which makes the smash burgers extra tasty, not dry like other places around town.
Neat place, parking is first come first serve as it’s shared with other places but spots do open up kind of fast. Prices are a little higher, but you’re paying for quality here.
See ya on trip two around the lake! Can’t wait.