By Priya Hutner ·
Pan Seared Halibut with a scampi caper ·
Jason’s Beachside Grille is reminiscent of the local Sebastian Inlet seafood places I frequented while living in Florida. The wood interior has a nautical feel and offers a full bar along with the only fresh salad bar on the lake. For 31 years, restaurateur Monte Webb has been serving up an extensive menu that truly offers something for everyone.
Open for lunch, dinner and live music into the evening, Jason’s offers lunch specialties like Prime Rib Dip sandwich, half-pound burgers and a large selection of unique sandwiches. Dinner specialties include Jason’s homemade Baby Back Ribs and Prime Rib, both slow roasted for 12 hours. Seafood entrees abound with Ahi Tacos, Salmon and nightly specials, and there are plenty of vegetarian options, including a Portobello Mushroom Burger and Angel Hair Pasta Primavera.
Irish Potatoes smothered in cheese, bacon and green onions ·
Best-selling appetizers include Jason’s Nachos, Grilled Artichoke and their Irish Potatoes, a plate of French fried potatoes smothered in cheese and topped with bacon and green onions this is the quintessential comfort food. I loved the grilled Artichoke marinated in a basil-infused olive oil and served with a Garlic Aioli dipping sauce; the artichoke was excellent, tender and perfectly grilled.
Audrey Jacobsen has managed the restaurant for the last 13 years (apparently the staff here rarely leaves their job, they love working for Monte). Audrey served me the Irish Potatoes, (yes, I do love French Fries) along with Jason’s Schooner, a 20-oz. glass of craft beer. I tried the Lost Coast Great White draft beer brewed in Eureka. Both the potatoes and the beer were the perfect treat.
The tasty traditional French Onion Soup ·
I also enjoyed Jason’s French Onion Soup. It was a tasty traditional French Onion soup topped with melted Gruyere cheese. For dinner, Audrey suggested I try the daily special, a Pan Seared Halibut topped with a scampi caper sauce and served over a bed of sautéed spinach and a side of wild rice and orzo and mixed baby vegetables. The dish was delicious and the fish was tender and flaky.
Grilled Artichoke marinated in a basil-infused olive oil ·
Jason’s offers a stunning view of Lake Tahoe with the Sierra as a backdrop. I loved dining on the outside patio and watching the paddleboarders going by. The outdoor Sand Bar is open from June 27 through Labor Day and is a summer staple for this establishment. Every Thursday through Sunday night, Jason’s offers live music with local musicians performing a variety of Bluegrass, Country and Rock.
If you’re looking for casual lakefront dining with great selection of menu choices, make sure to head to Jason’s Beachside Grille in Kings Beach, open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information, call (530) 546-3315 or visit jasonsbeachsidegrille.com.
Priya Hutner is a writer, health and wellness consultant, and natural foods chef. Her business, The Seasoned Sage, focuses on wellness, conscious eating and healthy living. She offers healthy organic meals for her clients. She may be reached at pria78@gmail.com or visit theseasonedsage.com. Visit TheTahoeWeekly.com to read more Tastes columns.
