The Dam Cafe Menu
The Dam Cafe located in Tahoe City offers a variety of bagels, coffee, tea, and breakfast/brunch options. With a range of amenities including takeout, delivery, vegan options, and even cryptocurrency acceptance, this cafe caters to a diverse clientele. Customers praise the freshness and deliciousness of the food, with options like egg croissants, toasted bagels with various toppings, smoothies, and coffee drinks. The friendly staff and cozy atmosphere add to the overall appeal of the cafe. While some reviewers highlight the quick service and amazing drinks, others note that the hot food options may not be homemade but still taste good. Overall, The Dam Cafe is a charming spot to enjoy a satisfying breakfast or a quick coffee stop while exploring the picturesque surroundings of Lake Tahoe.
ESPRESSO, COFFEE, TEA & COCOA
DRIP COFFEE
Our coffees are fresh-roasted locally just for The Dam Cafe, then freshly-ground and brewed with a proprietary formula... that's why it's so dam good! WE OFFER SIZES AND YOU CAN JUST FILL YOUR CUP WITH YOUR CHOICE OF LOCALLY ROASTED COFFEE WHEN YOU GET HERE!
LATTE
Delicious espresso freshly ground & pressed, artfully poured over your choice of steamed milk. (whole, nonfat, /n/, almond, or oat milk)
VANILLA LATTE
Delicious espresso freshly ground & pressed with our creamy vanilla artfully poured over your choice of steamed milk. (whole, nonfat, /n/, almond, or oat milk)
CARAMEL LATTE
Delicious espresso freshly ground & pressed with our creamy caramel artfully poured over your choice of steamed milk. (whole, nonfat, /n/, almond, or oat milk)
CAPPUCCINO
Delicious espresso freshly ground & hand-pressed, artfully poured over steamed, extra foamy nonfat milk.
MOCHA
Delicious espresso freshly ground & hand-pressed, artfully poured over your choice of steamed milk - with just the right amount of chocolate added.
WHITE MOCHA
Delicious espresso freshly ground & hand-pressed, artfully poured over your choice of steamed milk - with just the right amount of white chocolate added.
DIRTY CHAI TEA LATTE
Delicious espresso freshly ground & pressed with our creamy chai tea artfully poured over your choice of steamed milk. (whole, nonfat, /n/, almond, or oat milk)
CHAI LATTE
Choose one of our delicious CHAI flavors: Tiger Spice, Vanilla, Green Tea, DECAF, or Sugar Free... lovingly mixed with your choice of steamed milk.
AMERICANO
Single or double or triple shot of locally roasted espresso combined with steaming hot water. Served with delicious crema swirling as you sip! Ultra smooth and delicious.
SHOT IN THE DARK
Delicious espresso freshly ground & pressed artfully poured over fresh hot coffee of your choice.
SHOTS OF ESPRESSO
The perfect shot everytime! Our medium roast Espresso has a rich and creamy bottom note...Roasted especially for The Dam Cafe!
NUMI HOT TEA
NUMI TEAS AVAILABLE AT THE REGISTER: CHAMOMILE LEMON CHINESE BREAKFAST ORANGE SPICE MOROCCON MINT JASMINE GREEN TOASTED RICE MATTE LEMON BREAKFAST BLEND GOLDEN CHAI AGED EARL GREY GUNPOWDER GREEN
CAFE AU LAIT
Our signature freshly-brewed coffee with your choice of steamed milk. (whole, nonfat, /&/, almond or oat milk)
HOT COCOA
Delightfully smooth... a fine balance of quality chocolate and hand frothed milk heated to your desired temp. (Add real whipped cream!)
FLAVORED STEAMER
Steamed milk of your choice, lovingly combined with one of our delicious flavored syrups, or select from many more flavoring options.
COLD BREW COFFEE
Nitrogen infused coffee is a creamy delight infused with small gas bubbles and a lovely cascading form giving a sensational mouthfeel and taste. Its foamy top and smooth, layered texture might remind you of drinking a cold, rich Guinness stout on a warm sunny day, yet its COFFEE!
ICED COFFEE oz
Freshly roasted, brewed and refrigerated, then poured over ice. Robust & Delicious.
ICED ESPRESSO
Choose how many shots you'd like... Illy espresso is known as the finest espresso brand on Earth. Hand pressed, chilled and poured over ice.
ICED LATTE oz
Delicious espresso freshly ground, hand-pressed then chilled, combined with your choice of milk, then poured over ice. (whole, nonfat, /n/, almond, or oat milk)
ICED VANILLA LATTE oz
Freshly roasted and pressed espresso, combined with vanilla and your choice of milk, poured over ice for a scrumptious iced vanilla latte!
ICED MOCHA oz
Delicious espresso freshly ground, hand-pressed & chilled... combined w/ chocolate syrup, your choice of milk, and poured over ice. (whole, nonfat, /n/, almond, or oat milk) Add real whipped cream!
ICED WHITE MOCHA oz
Delicious espresso freshly ground, hand-pressed & chilled... combined w/ white chocolate syrup, your choice of milk, and poured over ice. (whole, nonfat, /n/, almond, or oat milk) Add real whipped cream!
ICED CARAMEL LATTE
Freshly roasted and pressed espresso, combined with caramel and your choice of milk, poured over ice for a scrumptious iced caramel latte!
ICED CHAI LATTE oz
Choose one of our delicious CHAI flavors: Tiger Spice, Vanilla, Green Tea, DECAF, or Sugar Free... lovingly mixed with your choice milk, then poured over ice.
ICED DIRTY CHAI LATTE DOUBLE SHOT OZ
Choose one of our delicious CHAI flavors: Tiger Spice, Vanilla, Green Tea, DECAF, or Sugar Free... lovingly mixed with your choice milk, then poured over ice.
ICED AMERICANO TRIPLE SHOT OZ
Single or Double shot of Illy espresso combined with water and poured over ice. Ultra smooth and delicious.
ICED WATERMELON CUCUMBER MINT CAFEINATED REFRESHER
A refreshing summer beverage made with watermelon, cucumber and a dash of mint. Enjoy a little kick in your day with this lightly caffeinated drink. Made with green coffee extract~a wonderful and natural source of caffeine!
ICED TEA oz
Artisan cold-brewed black tea... poured over a full cup of ice; perfectly chilled & delicious.
ICED LEMONADE oz
Deliciously refreshing, old-fashioned style lemonade... hand-made, served in oz cup & filled to the brim with ice.
ICED ARNOLD PALMER oz
Freshly made lemonade and iced tea - combined / - for tasty, uplifting refreshment.
ICED ESPRESSO-COFFEE-TEA-LEMONADE
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES!
CINNI-BUNS
Cinnamon roll freshly-baked from our ovens, topped with delicious home-made frosting.
CINNAMON BUNS
PLAIN BUTTER CROISSANTS
PLAIN BUTTER CROSSAINTS
BANANA BREAD MUFFIN
BANANA BREAD MUFFIN
COFFEE CAKE MUFFIN
COFFEE CAKE MUFFIN
TRY OUR DELICIOUS COFFEE CAKE MUFFIN. TOPPED WITH CINNAMON STRUESSEL! BAKED FRESH EVERY MORNING!
STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE
TRY OUR FRESH BAKED STRAWBERRY TURNOVER! START YOUR DAY WITH SUMMER DELIGHTS!
FRUIT CROISSANT TURNOVER
CHOCOLATE FILLED CROISSANT
CHOCOLATE CROISSANT
BREAD PUDDING
BREAD PUDDING
BREAKFAST BURRITOS & SANDOS & BAGELS & GRANOLA
SALMON & CREAM CHEESE BAGEL
NEW ITEM! TRY OUR SMOKED SALMON AND CREAM CHEESE BAGEL. SERVED OPEN FACE WITH CREAM CHEESE, SMOKED SLAMON, CUCUMBERS, RED ONION AND A SPRINKLE OF DILL, ON A TOASTED PLAIN OR EVERYTHING BAGEL
BREAKFAST BURRITO
Fried Egg w/ cheddar cheese, pico de gallo & sour cream on flour tortilla, with your choice of bacon or sausage.
VEGGIE BREAKFAST BURRITO
OUR VEGGIE BURRITO IS SCRUMPTIOUS JUST LIKE IT IS WITH AVOCADO, TOMATOES AND RED ONION, A FRIED EGG, FRESH PICO DE GALLO ~ MELTED CHEDDAR CHEESE AND A NIP OF SOUR CREAM NESTLED INTO A SOFT FLOUR TORTILLA.
BREAKFAST SANDWICH
Fried Egg w/ melted cheddar cheese over bacon or sausage, served on your choice of toasted bread, bagel or English muffin.
GRANOLA WITH YOGURT AND FRUIT
OUR GRANOLA IS A PERFECT BLEND OF OATS AND NUTS AND HONEY. IT IS SCRUMPTIOUS WITH FRESH FRUIT IN EVERY BITE!
HASH BROWNS
Breakfast potato patties perfectly crisped on the outside, tasty hot and tender on the inside.
TOASTED BAGEL
Toasted bagel topped with your choice: cream cheese, real butter, strawberry preserves... we have many options. You'll find what you're looking for, and more!
TOASTED ENGLISH MUFFIN
Toasted English muffin with your choice of real butter and/or jam.
TOASTED SLICED BREAD
Freshly baked, sliced bread... toasted to your liking w/ your favorite topping. (veggie options, too!)
BANANAS
Real, whole bananas... ready to peel and eat!
ORDER A SIDE OF MEAT/ CONDIMENTS/VEGGIES! Prices Listed......
SALMON & CREAM CHEESE BAGEL
NEW ITEM! TRY OUR SMOKED SALMON AND CREAM CHEESE BAGEL. SERVED OPEN FACE WITH CREAM CHEESE, SMOKED SLAMON, CUCUMBERS, RED ONION AND A SPRINKLE OF DILL, ON A TOASTED PLAIN OR EVERYTHING BAGEL
DAM BURLY RITO
Our delicious costa rican style Black Beans & Rice w/ cheddar cheese, avocado, homemade pico de gallo and sour cream, wrapped in a large flour tortilla.
BACN BURLY RITO
Our delicious costa rican style Black Beans & Rice w/ Bacon, cheddar cheese, avocado, homemade pico de gallo and sour cream, wrapped in a large flour tortilla.
VEGAN RITO
Our delicious costa rican style Black Beans & Rice w/ sprouts, avocado, pico de gallo, tomato, onion, and our homemade Goodness Dressing, wrapped in a large flour tortilla.
BLTA
Crispy Bacon, fresh lettuce, tomato, avocado & mayo, served on your choice of freshly baked, toasted bread.
CLASSIC TURKEY
Premium sliced turkey breast, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato & cranberry dressing, served on your choice of freshly baked bread.
TASTY TURKEY
Premium sliced turkey breast, melted pepper jack cheese, onion and pesto sauce served on your choice of freshly baked bread.
VEGGIE MEDLEY
A veggie extravaganza on your choice of freshly baked bread covered with Veggie Cream Cheese -or- Hummus... stacked w/ Tomato, Lettuce, Avocado, Sprouts, sliced Green Pepper, Onion, Carrot, Cucumber and our own Goodness Dressing. Yum!
BEST DAM BEEF CHILI
The Best Dam Classic Chili! This traditional chili recipe is just like mom used to make with ground beef, beans, corn, and a simple homemade blend of chili seasonings. Topped with cheddar cheese, diced red onions and a dollop of sour cream. Served with a side of toasted sourdough~toasted and buttered.
LUNCH BURRITOS, SANDWICHES & SOUP
SMOOTHIES
TROPICAL TAHOE OZ
Real-fruit smoothie... whole banana & apple juice blended with real strawberries, pineapples and just the right amount of ice.
FROOTIE TOOTIE OZ
Real-fruit smoothie... whole banana & apple juice blended with blueberries, strawberries and just the right amount of ice.
SIERRA GREENS OZ
Real-fruit smoothie... whole banana & your choice of milk or apple juice blended with real strawberries, pineapples, protein powder, spinach and just the right amount of ice.
CHAI SHAKE
Choose from one of our delicious CHAI flavors (Tiger Spice, Vanilla, Green Tea, DECAF, or Sugar Free). Comes with a whole organic banana and your choice of milk; blended with ice.
JUMPIN JAVA
Our iced-blended caffeine dream... chilled, fresh-pressed Espresso, whole banana, chocolate & vanilla powder, ice, and half and half, blended to perfection and topped with our homemade whipped cream!
GRANOLA BLUEBIRD
OUR BLUEBIRD SMOOTHIE HIGHLIGHTS OUR HOMEMADE GRANOLA WITH A PERFECT BLEND OF VANILLA YOGURT PROTEIN POWDER, BANANAS ICE AND LOTS OF BLUEBERRIES!
ORANGE SUNRISE
START YOUR DAY ON THE SUNNY SIDE OF LIFE WITH THIS CREAMY ORANGE SMOOTHIE!
PARADISE PEACH SMOOTHIE
WELCOME TO PARADISE! THIS SMOOTHIE IS THE PERFECT COMPLIMENT TO A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN TAHOE! ENJOY THE PERFECTLY PEACHY FLAVORS OF PEACHES, BANANAS AND STRAWBERRIES, BLENDED WITH VANILLA ICE AND JUICE.
OZ VANILLA ICE CREAM
TRY OUR PERFECTLY VANILLA HOMEMADE ICE CREAM!
OZ CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM
TRY OUR HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM! ITS DAM GOOD!
OZ STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM
TRY OUR STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM...ITS HOMEMADE AND TASTES LIKE HEAVEN.
HOMEMADE ICE CREAM
DIRTY CHIPS
BARBEQUE
JALAPENO
SEA SALT
Lays
CARAMEL CHOCOLATE CHUNK
PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE
TAHOE TRAIL BARS
CLIFF TRAIL BAR
CHOCOLATE CHIP CLIFF BAR
HIT THE TRAIL WITH A FUN AND TASTY SNACK!
WHITE CHOCOLATE CLIFF BAR
PEANUT BUTTER CLIFF BAR
DIET COKE
Refrigerated DIET Coca Cola in a oz can.
COCA COLA
Refrigerated Coca Cola in a oz can.
SPRITE
Refrigerated Sprite cola in a oz can.
JARRITOS SODA
THE YUMMIEST SODA EVER! A PERFECT COMPLIMENT TO OUR BURRITOS!
ORANGE SODA
ROOT BEER
FEVER TREE GINGER BEER
By brewing a blend of three gingers from Nigeria, Cochin and the Ivory Coast, we have created an award-winning ginger beer that has been highly acclaimed by gastronomes and critics alike. Not too sweet on the palate and with a deep, long-lasting ginger character. Perfect in a Dark & Stormy, Moscow Mule or simply as a soft drink on its own.
SODA
WATER
L Crystal Geyser Spring Water
REAL Spring Water. Crystal Geyser is the only major U.S. bottled water captured directly at authentic natural springs.
ml Crystal Geyser Spring Water
REAL Spring Water. Crystal Geyser is the only major U.S. bottled water captured directly at authentic natural springs.
SPRING WATER
MARTINELLI'S APPLE JUICE
Unforgettable taste for unforgettable moments... our favorite apple juice - in a oz, apple-shaped glass bottle!
SUJA GINGER LOVE
PURIFIED WATER LEMON GINGER AND PINEAPPLE....REFRESHING LOVE!
COCONUT WATER
COCONUT WATER LTR
THIS COCONUT WATER IS SO REFRESHING AND DELICIOUS!
SUJU WELLNESS SHOT
Add Suja immunity shots to your daily routine and take charge of your wellness!
SUJU UBER GREENS
Support your immune & gut health with a functional green beverage that is perfect for grab & go. Cold-Pressed Juice.
SUNNY D CITRUS PUNCH
Sunny D Orange Juice Delight, Tangy Original Orange Flavored Citrus Punch Drink,
MARTINELLIS
FRUIT JUICE
ENERGY DRINKS
RED BULL
GATORADE
LACROIX PLAIN
Pure-ly Perfect! Classic, unflavored sparkling water... crisp, clean and thirst-quenching.
LACROIX LIME
LACROIX LEMON
LACROIX PAMPLEMOUSSE
FLAVORED SPARKLING WATER
REFRESHING SPARKLING WATER IN FLAVORS
KIRKLAND PLAIN SPARKLING WATER
CARBONATED WATER
MILK
NESTLE CHOCOLATE MILK
ARNOLD PALMER
GUAYAKI MATE MINT
TEAS
KIDS MENU
PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY
Your choice of freshly baked bread with our Organic peanut butter and jelly, spread lovingly, generously - yet neatly, in between.
GRILLED CHEESE
Delicious, melted cheddar cheese on your choice of freshly-baked bread toasted to perfection.
KIDS BURRITO
Costa rican style black beans & rice burrito with cheddar cheese and flour tortilla, sized for smaller tummies.
LOVE 'Golden Bean' Tumbler (Insulated/SS/oz/White)
Great Quality! DamCafe 'LOVE' Beans oz Insulated Stainless Steel Hot/Cold Tumbler keeps it hot - or cold! See what you're drinking through clear, pressure-sealed, easy-sip lid. Glossy WHITE mug; artwork features 'LOVE' spelled-out w/ coffee beans; includes Dam Cafe logo & 'Tahoe City, California'. Fits standard sized cup holders!
DAM CAFE 'Golden Bean' Tumbler (Insulated/SS/oz/White)
The BEST DAM MUG around! Our 'DAM CAFE' BEANS Tumbler holds oz hot - or cold! Insulated Stainless Steel construction w/ clear, pressure-sealed, easy-sip lid. Glossy WHITE mug; artwork featuring 'DAM CAFE' spelled-out w/ coffee beans; and 'Tahoe City, California'. Fits standard sized cup holders!
LOVE 'East Shore Tahoe' Tumbler (Insulated/SS/oz/White)
For TAHOE LOVERS... our 'LOVE' TAHOE Tumbler holds oz hot - or cold! Insulated Stainless Steel construction w/ clear, pressure-sealed, easy-sip lid. Glossy WHITE mug; artwork featuring 'LOVE' spelled-out w/ gorgeous Lake Tahoe shoreline image; includes Dam Cafe logo & 'Tahoe City, California'. Fits standard size cup holders!
LAKE TAHOE 'Red Twilight' Tumbler (Insulated/SS/oz/White)
Great Quality! LAKE TAHOE 'Red Twilight' oz Insulated Stainless Steel Hot/Cold Tumbler keeps it hot - or cold! See what you're drinking through clear, pressure-sealed, easy-sip lid. Glossy WHITE mug; artwork features 'LAKE TAHOE' spelled-out w/ red twilight high res photo; includes Dam Cafe logo & 'Tahoe City, California'. Fits standard sized cup holders!
LAKE TAHOE 'East Shore' Tumbler (Insulated/SS/oz/White)
Great Quality! LAKE TAHOE 'East Shore' oz Insulated Stainless Steel Hot/Cold Tumbler keeps it hot - or cold! See what you're drinking through clear, pressure-sealed, easy-sip lid. Glossy WHITE mug; artwork features 'LAKE TAHOE' spelled-out w/ Tahoe east shore high res photo; includes Dam Cafe logo & 'Tahoe City, California'. Fits standard sized cup holders!
DAM CAFE 'Red Twilight' Tumbler (Insulated/SS/oz/White)
The BEST DAM MUG around! Our 'DAM CAFE' red twilight Tumbler holds oz hot - or cold! Insulated Stainless Steel construction w/ clear, pressure-sealed, easy-sip lid. Glossy WHITE mug; artwork featuring 'DAM CAFE' spelled-out w/ red twilight high res photo; and 'Tahoe City, California'. Fits standard sized cup holders!
LOGO CUPS
LOGO BALL CAPS
Dam Cafe Logo White Hat W/ Star Design
Quality Hit Wear WHITE hat, % cotton cap w/ adjustable strap featuring the Dam Cafe logo, star and Tahoe City, CA.
Dam Cafe Logo RED Hat W/ Dam! Design
Quality Hit Wear embroidered, red-washed cap w/ adjustable strap, featuring our Dam! design and Tahoe City.
Dam Cafe Logo RED Hat W/ Fish/Heart Design
Quality Hit Wear embroidered, red-washed cap w/ adjustable strap, featuring our 'Dam Fish in a Big Heart' design and Tahoe City, California.
Dam Cafe Logo Tan Hat W/ Star Design
Quality Hit Wear TAN hat, % pure poly cap w/ adjustable strap featuring the Dam Cafe logo, star and Tahoe City, CA.
DamCafe PINK Sunglasses (UV Protection)
Stylish UV protection for Tahoe adventurists and fashionista's alike! These cute TRANSLUCENT PINK sunglasses have a Dam Cafe logo on their left arm - so represent with pride!
DamCafe CLEAR Sunglasses (UV Protection)
Stylish UV protection for Tahoe adventurists and fashionista's alike! These TRANSLUCENT CLEAR sunglasses have a Dam Cafe logo on their left arm - so represent with pride!
DamCafe WHITE Foldable Sunglasses (UV Protection)
Stylish UV protection for Tahoe adventurists and fashionista's alike - with a special feature: They're FOLDABLE! for compact convenience and secure travel. These fashionable WHITE sunglasses have a Dam Cafe logo on their left arm - so represent with pride!
DamCafe LIME GREEN Sunglasses (UV Protection)
Stylish UV protection for Tahoe adventurists and fashionista's alike! These fashionable TRANSLUCENT LIME GREEN sunglasses have a Dam Cafe logo on their left arm - so represent with pride!
DamCafe BLACK Sunglasses (UV Protection)
Stylish UV protection for Tahoe adventurists and fashionista's alike! These fashionable, MALIBU MACKIN' BLACK sunglasses have a -color Dam Cafe logo on their right arm - so represent with pride!
LOGO SUNGLASSES
STICKERS and CANDY
STICKERS And CANDY
Quality broad spectrum SPF sunblock - with Dam! cafe design. Full protection for demanding adventures!
DamCafe T-Shirt Heart Red
DamCafe White Heart w/ Sparkle Black Logo on red District brand Tee... comfort and quality fashion wear, printed right here in Tahoe City.
DamCafe T-Shirt Rising Star Green
Ultra comfort Canvas brand T-shirt w/ Dam Cafe Rising Star logo and Tahoe City, CA.
DamCafe T-Shirt Pink Heart Black
DamCafe Pink Heart on black USA Strong brand Tee... comfort and quality fashion wear, printed right here in Tahoe City.
LOGO TSHIRTS
LOGO DAM BEAR
Plush White BEAR W/ DamCafe Shirt! (PINK Shirt)
Adorable, cuddly 'Big Paw' plush white stuffed-animal BEAR, w/ the cutest little Dam Cafe logo pink T-shirt!
Plush White BEAR W/ DamCafe Shirt! (Black Shirt)
Adorable, cuddly 'Big Paw' plush white stuffed-animal BEAR, w/ the cutest little Dam Cafe logo black T-shirt!
DAM HEART PIN
High quality fashion pin w/ Dam Cafe logo... stylish and sweet reminder of Tahoe and loving The Dam Cafe, of course!
DAM HEART MAGNET
Pink Sparkly Heart fashion lapel pin with shiny gold trim... Dam Cafe style that fits all!
