Bert's Cafe – American
Sunlight streams into this bustling neighborhood gem, where the comforting sizzle of the griddle and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee signal the start of a perfect morning. Guests tuck into plates of golden-brown blueberry pancakes and velvety eggs benedict, while the kitchen turns out hearty classics like savory corned beef hash and pepper-flecked biscuits and gravy that taste like home. It’s a vibrant sanctuary of morning indulgence where every bite, from delicate cheese blintzes to robust chicken fried steak, celebrates the timeless joy of a shared breakfast.
1146, Emerald Bay Road https://www.bertscafe.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Bert's Cafe
Dairy-Free at Bert's Cafe
Bert's Cafe in South Lake Tahoe has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Salad, Homemade Soup and Salad Entrees. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bert's Cafe
Bert's Cafe in South Lake Tahoe has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Salad, Homemade Soup and Homemade Sausage Patty. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bert's Cafe
Bert's Cafe in South Lake Tahoe has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fluffy Omelettes, Healthy Oats and Huevos Rancheros. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Bert's Cafe
Bert's Cafe in South Lake Tahoe has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Corned Beef Hash. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bert's Cafe
Bert's Cafe in South Lake Tahoe has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Homemade Soup and Salad Entrees. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Bert's Cafe
Bert's Cafe in South Lake Tahoe has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fluffy Omelettes, Healthy Oats and Huevos Rancheros. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Bert's Cafe
Bert's Cafe in South Lake Tahoe has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Salad, Homemade Soup and Crepes Benedict. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Bert's Cafe
Bert's Cafe in South Lake Tahoe has 12 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fluffy Omelettes, Healthy Oats and Huevos Rancheros. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Bert's Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Club Sandwich | 49.1 g | 57.3 g |
| Huevos Rancheros | 58.4 g | 15.4 g |
| Eggs Benedict | 16 g | 10.2 g |
| Biscuits & Gravy | 13.9 g | 8.5 g |
| Cheese Blintz | 19.3 g | 7.7 g |
| Chicken Fried Steak | 4.2 g | 6 g |
| Corned Beef Hash | 20.9 g | 5.9 g |
| Blueberry Pancakes | 21.8 g | 4.6 g |
| Crepes Benedict | 7.4 g | 3.7 g |
| Potato Salad | 11.2 g | 1.5 g |
| Salad Entrees | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast Specialties
World class specialty items made from scratch.
- Huevos Rancheros - $14.95: Homemade salsa, eggs, and tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Benedict - $15.5: Poached eggs, Canadian bacon, English muffin, homemade hollandaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crepes Benedict - $15.95: Homemade crepes with benedict style toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash - $14.5: Homemade from scratch corned beef hash and eggs Dietary tags: Low-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits & Gravy - $11.95: Homemade biscuits and scratch-made gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken Fried Steak - $16.25: Homemade breaded steak with gravy and eggs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cheese Blintz - $12.5: Sweet cheese filled crepes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Healthy Oats - $8.95: Oatmeal served with fresh toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
Griddle & Omelettes
- Blueberry Pancakes - $11.5: Homemade batter with fresh blueberries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fluffy Omelettes - $13.95: Customizable three-egg omelettes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
Lunch Entrees
- Club Sandwich - $14.25: Triple decker with turkey, bacon, lettuce, and tomato Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bert's Classic Burger - $13.5: Fresh ground beef patty with choice of toppings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salad Entrees - $12.95: Fresh greens with homemade dressings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Homemade Sausage Patty - $5.25: Scratch-made pork sausage Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Potato Salad - $4.5: Homemade family recipe Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Soup - $6.5: Freshly prepared daily Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Bert's Cafe
- Is Bert's Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bert's Cafe has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Salad, Homemade Soup and Salad Entrees.
- What can I eat at Bert's Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Potato Salad, Homemade Soup and Salad Entrees carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Bert's Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Homemade Soup and Salad Entrees.
- Is Bert's Cafe gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Bert's Cafe?
- Club Sandwich, at roughly 57.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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