Looking for a solid happy hour with great cocktails and a legit burger? Get yourself to Sage Leaf. Happy hour runs from 5-6pm at the bar only, but if you can snag a seat, it's well worth it. Vodka drinkers, the Sage Leaf cocktail is top notch. Gin lovers, The Bee's Knees is the move (and my personal favorite). Come for the drinks, stay for the burger. read more

Sage Leaf - Burger - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

It is restaurant week in Incline and I saw that Sage Leaf had a special meal. The main entree was a Spaghetti Bolognese which is always my favorite since my Italian grandma made it for me. I entered and sat at the bar because the place was busy and it was a 20 minute wait. I ordered the special. The appetizer was Seared Scallops with a coconut cream polenta. The scallops were done right seared on both sides and the polenta was creamy and full of flavor. Then came the Spaghetti Bolognese which I was looking forward to. It looked appealing but once I tried it the flavor was not what I expected. It was a meat sauce but not a traditional bolognese. It had a different flavor with no tomatoes I think it was mainly wine based. Unfortunately I was expecting a traditional bolognese and it threw me off. And I asked for bread and they didn't have any. I took the dessert home a yellow cake with cream and a raspberry sauce. It was very good. The main thing I'm disappointed with is the Spaghetti Bolognese being not a traditional bolognese. I have eating breakfast here before and it was quite good. read more

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Finally made it to Sage Leaf, just in time for the Reno location to open closer to home. I loved the cozy vibes here. I wasn't expecting it to be set within a mixed business development but it def worked. The main restaurant was dark and a bit moody, but lively and hopping during this early spring season we're experiencing. The lobby of the building offers additional seating and a bit less volume. The night I visited they had a lovely guitar player with the most dulcet vocals. Our table was nearby and it was sweet to see how she engaged with the patrons, but especially the kids dining. Food wise we shared a bunch of the entrees including the chicken thighs. I loved how these were cooked but I really wanted more veg with my meal. The potatoes were crispy and the sun dried tomatoes a nice touch, but I found the dish pretty heavy and found myself pacing through it, leaving a thigh and plenty potatoes for the next day. Services was 100% solid. The staff knows the menu so well and really helped with defined recs. Oh ya. Those duck fat fries... get em! The truffle aioli is crazy good too. I will say they do not give you enough of it to enjoy with the order of fries. We asked for additional and the runner told us it came at an extra cost and we said ok, but our server said he would just bring it, but we did indeed have a $2 charge on our bill. Cocktails were also solid, I had a spicy tequila drink that was great with the food. All in all, solid, I was def expecting a more diverse menu but I am looking forward to a return and seeing what else they have to offer. read more

What could improve is the flavor of the food. Both our breakfasts were bland. What is excellent here is the presentation, but that does not justify the prices, which are very high. Notice the other reviews here. There is little high praise of the food. If you want a tastier breakfast, go to McDonalds; If you want trendy, this is your place. read more

We came here for a date night. We were seated at a 4 person table as you enter the restaurant....a little awkward spot to sit. Our server was initially attentive but quickly lost interest in us as the night went on. We started with the duck fat fries and biscuits. Both very salty and fatty but so good. Delightful presentation. We then ordered "the burger" and crab cakes. Beautifully plated though the bacon was overdone as was the egg. Our server kind of forgot about us - luckily the hostess came by several times to clean up and check on us. I'd be curious to come for brunch or lunch next time. I think the evening crowd is more focused on cocktails and wine. I should have checked for mocktails on the menu. read more

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Super cute spot I was greeted by Omar. He was so kind and sat us wherever I wanted to be seated. I don't quite remember who was who but they both were so kind and served me Peyton and crystalline. I love the fact that my server also know how to bartend. I think it was like her fifth day there and she was so attentive. This place is super cute. I have the lavender drink. I believe it was called bees something I'm not 100% sure but it was really good. I definitely would come back here again. The French toast was very yummy. Their biscuits were my favorite maple honey Sage biscuits are made in house also had the soy chicken sandwich. my daughter said even the cheese quesadilla was delightful and there's not much to that but cheese in a tortilla however she was raving about it! I definitely will come back here again if you're in incline definitely stop in. Tell them I sent you. read more

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Nice little spot in Incline! Staff were friendly and efficient. The weather was perfect for lunch on their outdoor patio. The wife and I both enjoyed our meals and cocktails. The duck fat fries were really good and the wife raved about her lamb burger. I had the pastrami sandwich, my only small gripe was that the meat had some chunks of gristle that were less than appetizing. Be prepared for Lake Tahoe prices here, 2 lunches and 2 cocktails came to over $90. read more

This is our third time to Sage Leaf. When we were here last year, we came twice because it was so good. Couldn't wait to come back this time. I would love to order one of everything on the menu, but I guess that's just not gonna happen. I had the hot pastrami sandwich and duck fat fries, and hubby had the pork loin chop. Both were exceptional. The sandwich was large, I could only eat half. Our server and bartender, Lacy, was great. She helped recreate a cocktail that wasn't on the menu. You can sit inside or out on the patio when weather is nice. Clean, open and casual vibe. Plenty of staff to accommodate everyone. Can't wait to return to try something else! read more

The atmosphere, cocktails and food presentation were is amazing. The burgers fell short of expectations and both were served a bit cool. We had 2 orders of the duck fat fries and while good had just too much salt to the point we had wipe down each fry. Looking back should have had them do them over. Overall, the burgers were disappointing, especially given the price, however the atmosphere and the cocktails were amazing. read more

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My avocado toast was really good, looked great and tasted even better. My husband got the Eggs Benedict and described it as ok. The restaurant itself is very warm and welcoming, the staff... Not so much. read more

Sage Leaf - Avocado toast - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

Very nice restaurant beautiful outdoor seating space we didn't eat but cocktails were very good and looks like great dining choices read more

Sage Leaf - Our Mother's Day cocktails - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

We loved Sage Leaf! An adorable little place to grab good food and a drink! The biscuits and gravy were oh so delicious. The shrimp with andouille sausage was also great. Service was good, no complaints and we throughly enjoyed sitting outside on the patio. We live small businesses, would recommend coming here. read more

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We stopped here before our clear bottom kayak tour next door in early July. What a great choice! We enjoyed sitting outside in the nice weather. The service was smooth. The corned beef hash was excellent and my partner loved the French toast, especially because it wasn't too much food. We came back the next day when we got rescheduled for some biscuits that were also delicious. Try it out! read more

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So far so good! Sitting at the bar with our drinks, waiting for dinner! The bartender was on point with our drinks! read more

Sage Leaf - Hubby and I enjoying our drinks at the bar! - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

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Dinner for 6, had a reservation and were seated immediately. Great cocktails and appetizers. My short ribs were good as were all the other dinners. Great service, our waiter was there when we need him read more

Great local spot. Our server Justin was great, he was very personable and recommended the chicken thighs which were DELICIOUS. We also ordered the duck spaghetti and it was phenomenal! As a self proclaimed food critic I approve ! I have worked in fine dining and this restaurant was a great middle ground of casual service with quality dishes! We sat outside on a nice spring evening and thoroughly enjoyed our evening! read more

Sage Leaf - Pino griego - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

Sage Leaf is a decent brunch spot with all the classic options like biscuits and gravy, corned beef hash, and French toast. I liked their twist on the corned beef hash with duck fat fries, and the French toast made with sourdough was a nice touch. Service was good overall. A solid, typical brunch spot if you're looking for familiar dishes done well. read more

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Absolutely incredible experience! The salads were fresh and flavorful, and both the chicken and salmon were outstanding--perfectly cooked and packed with taste. You really can't go wrong with any of these choices. Easily a 5-star meal, and I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Sage Leaf - Great food. Great vibes. - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

My sister is visiting and wanted to go up to Tahoe so we thought we'd grab some girlfriends and do brunch. We had eaten at this restaurant several years prior a couple times but hadn't been back since. Good experiences in the past so I suggested we come here. Made reservations via the website for next day unsure if they are needed when we got there there were two other couples eating. My sis and I took the bench seating and my friends had chairs which they noted were not the most comfortable. Javier was a good server greeted us bringing us drinks I had a hot chocolate which was great, of note they don't have oat milk. They also serve only basic drip coffee no lattes. There's a wide range of flavors for mimosas but we chose mango and we all liked them. Their menu looks delicious. Three of us however chose avocado toast, which itself is fairly affordable. It comes with radishes and balsamic and a couple other toppings that I pass on, adding an egg was 3.50 ouch and adding "candied bacon" was 4.50$ eeek, our fourth lady got the French toast. Javier asked me if Olive oil was okay which I appreciated and agreed it was; however upon eating my eggs and toast it was doused in olive oil like way too much and threw the taste off. I still liked my toast and eggs but the eggs and bacon came on the side not on top of toast which I guess I sort of expected and you can always make it that way yourself. I have to say, this was not bacon. This was just porky belly which is not in the least bit appealing to any of us. So that was definitely misleading on the menu and I think it needs to be changed especially for that price. Overall a decent experience and would consider returning when in the area. Of note, This review was in my drafts and is a late post from January 2025. read more

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Small but very cute place. Came here after reading so many 5 star reviews. Unique lunch option, which is nice to see. Ordered a Bloody Mary, I didn't love the Smokey flavor, and I would guess maybe one shot . Also ordered soy chicken sandwich with fries (fries get a 5 star) and shrimp kabobs with sausage. First, it comes with 6, but they are very small shrimp. That was disappointing. The flavors were fine but certainly not a wow factor. read more

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I've had both dinner and breakfast at safe leaf and the service is always great. The braised bacon tacos are delicious the bacon had great texture so crunchy on the outside but thick and juicy on the inside. The dinner is also good I had pasta and it was perfectly al dente with just the right amount of sauce. The cocktails are also really balanced read more

This place is one of the most popular brunches in the area so if you want a good table on a weekend, definitely make reservations. We did not make reservations so luckily there was plenty of room at the bar. The bartender takes his job seriously, he's quick with the fancy drinks too. Food is delicious and wholesome. Definitely worth trying. Atmosphere is very "brunchy" and cozy. read more

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Lovely lunch with my friend. Arrived on a sat at 1 pm. Snagged the last table on the patio. Perfect weather and chill vibes. Delicious food and great drinks. I wanted to try this place because everytime I went to Starbucks it's always very busy. Really enjoyed our meal!! The only complaint is the parking. There was no parking. I came in the restaurant the waitress said there's a parking garage if you go around the street back of the restaurant. read more

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This is one of the best places you can go if you are vegan or just plant-based consumer of some sort because they have clearly marked vegetarian items for you there. Other than that vegetarians are well taken care of. The fried hash with chorizo is probably the best food item I have had in North Lake Tahoe since I've been renting in the area. The bartender was also our food server, and we of course, indulged in some of their craft cocktails. Those are not to be missed if you can afford to have one as they're not cheap. The one disappointment for me was that their storied Bloody Mary could not be made vegetarian. The mixture is premade and It uses Worsteshire sauce which has anchovies in it! Yuck! The venue is easy to miss as you drive by, but there's actually plenty of parking in the free garage just behind them. Be careful cause the uphill walk can be icy. !! read more

Sage Leaf - Vegan Breakfast Hash (22.75) Plant Based Chorizo, Chickpeas, Cherry Tomato, Mushroom Red Onion, Spinach - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

We've been coming to Sage Leaf since it opened. Note that the space is small, but you can sit at the bar and there are some tables in the atrium next to the Korean chicken wings shop. In the warmer months, there are outside tables, too, but they are not dog friendly. Our first experience ever was brunch at the bar. Everything was terrific, from the service to the thick bacon. More recently, just before the holidays, we found the vegan soup that came with the pastrami sandwich was full of stringy leek pieces and didn't taste quite right. The sandwich's ratio of bread to fillings was off, and the coffee wasn't hot. The fries were the hit of the day, but the dipping sauce was much too watered down. So when a friend suggested we meet there for lunch today, I had my reservations. Luckily, things have improved over the last few months. My friend ordered the pastrami sandwich on a gluten-free bun (still way too much bread) but subbed out the potato-leek soup for a side salad instead. I started with the gin pear drink and saw a nearby table had ordered the chicken bowl, so on our server's recommendation, I tried that. Compliments to the chef! This "bowl" has a rice base with spinach, tomato, garbanzo beans, some grilled chicken with great flavor, all topped with avocado mash and some delicious sauces. Definitely count that as a win! They close at 2 p.m., but we never felt rushed despite leaving about 10 minutes before closing. They also serve breakfast/brunch with the lunch menu, so if you're craving eggs, that's an option even in the afternoon. read more

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We didn't have a res but they seated us at the bar almost right away. It was busy for a Thursday night and everyone in the restaurant seemed to be enjoying themselves. I ordered the specialty pasta and my wife ordered a salad. The portions are euro style, not too big, just right. The quality and creativity of the meals was excellent. As far as ambience, smaller interior but not claustrophobic, just a perfect balance of cozy and welcoming. The bartender, also our server, was pleasant and attentive. Great restaurant, we will be back. read more

My wife and daughter and I came to have breakfast our first breakfast in Lake Tahoe. I absolutely cannot believe that this place has 4 1/2 stars. What the hell is wrong with you people for misleading us. We ordered two plates of eggs over easy one with home fries one with hashbrowns. My eggs came out overcooked her eggs came out undercooked and dripping with oil. Also, my home fries were completely burnt and inedible. But according to our server " that's what they're supposed to look like". The final nail in the coffin was when we got the bill and saw that they charge us $10 for two small pours of drip coffee. That just added an insult to injury. The coffee wasn't even good. Tasted like Folgers. On top of that, they do not serve pancakes here which I was hoping would rescue the meal so that my daughter could actually eat something for breakfast because the eggs were not an option for her after how they were prepared. But of course this is a breakfast place that does not serve pancakes. Why am I not surprised? " we have a special style of breakfast." They told me. Oh it's special all right! Especially bad! What an absolute waste of our precious time in Lake Tahoe. We would have been better off getting the microwave sandwiches at Starbucks next-door. read more

After a beautiful bike ride on the Tahoe East Trail we were famished. Lucky for us, Sage Leaf was located right next to Vista Trail Bikes. We were seated at a table on the shaded patio, perfect for the summer weather. Service was very good as the entire waitstaff took care of all our needs. The food was great, brunch and lunch were available as well as a nice cocktail selection. The house made sage and cheddar biscuits were fluffy inside with a nice toasty finish on the outside, served with smoked Gouda gravy. The two covered biscuits were accompanied by two sunny side eggs and two asparagus spears with balsamic glaze. We all thought that the asparagus seemed a bit odd with the dish but ultimately the chef knew what he was doing. Give Sage Leaf a try, it will not disappoint. Check your receipt, as when we got home we realized we were overcharged. read more

Sage Leaf - Sage & Cheddar biscuits with smoked Gouda gravy - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

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Lamb burger was excellent. Juicy and great flavor. I have also had the pastrami burger which is also very good. I have heard great things about their brunch also. Best burger in Incline in my opinion and decent price for the area. read more

Sage Leaf - Lamb burger - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

July 2025: We're locals now and find Sage Leaf to have one of the best and consistently good brunch/breakfasts in town. read more

Sage Leaf - Tahoe Blue French Toast - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

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I've had both a breakfast and dinner here and both were great experiences! My most recent one was breakfast and it was amazing. The service is good and friendly (it wasn't totally quick, but we had a larger group so no worries there). We all sat out on the patio and it was gorgeous out there in the late morning, a great overall vibe. It feels fresh and clean inside and the food gives that vibe as well. The mountain breakfast was delicious - sausage was perfect, the cheesy hash-browns were as good as they sound and the biscuit was homemade and SO good! We ordered a French toast for the table so we could all try and we weren't let down, amazing as well! This is a great, reliable spot (in my opinion, the food in the area is weak, but Sage Leaf has proven to be a solid option). I'll be back! read more

Sage Leaf - French Toast - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

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Got the pastrami burger, chicken thigh bowl, and the bolognese for entrees, and got the biscuit and skewers for sides. Everything was so good, and I'd get it all again. The chicken thigh bowl was a healthier item with spinach and quinoa, but still lots of great flavor with guacamole. The bolognese was creamier than the typical bolognese but still very good. The biscuit was so good with honey and butter. The portion sizes were a bit smaller than expected but everything was delicious. Would highly recommend. read more

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This restaurant is next to the Korean chicken wing spot. It was not really a wine bar. They have a lot of wines on the menu but there's no wine flights here. The menu was short and has mainly brunch food. The side dishes such as the candy bacons were chunky and delicious. It was more like fried pork, the duck fat fries were also delicious. The burger was Ok, the corn beef hash was Ok as well, The whole dish was begging for some spices or seasoning. The Bloody Mary was a little water down and bland tasting. The 22% gratuity was not expected. Overall the food was ok. The server was only present on the first half of our brunch. read more

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Brunch was excellent and mimosas were very tasty.. service is always attentive . Outside dining is beautiful.. tThis is my second grandmothers day at Sage. read more

What a fun spot in a convenient location in North Lake Tahoe. I came here with a fairly large group (8 people) before a nice bike ride, and this place had options that everybody likes, and everybody was very satisfied with their meals. On the patio, they only had tables for 4 people, so they accommodated by having the two tables next to each other. The one upgrade that i would note is they do not have espresso (so no lattes), but they do have drip coffee and iced coffee. Overall this is A very yummy spot for breakfast and lunch read more

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TL DR: Great brunch/lunch place after hiking in Incline. Food: Nice selection of food items from traditional breakfast, to lunch, to snacks. Vegetarian options and many items are lactose friendly. Opted for the chicken thighs quinoa bowl. It was delicious, that avocado aioli really brought everything together. Accompanying vegetables were super fresh. Service: It was busy, elite tip show up early! We waited about 25 minutes for our table. Ended up being seated at the bar. We were attended to, and had our questions answered. Friendly bartender and staff, service was great! Ambiance: Restaurant was dark but the bar was clean, utensils were also clean. Decor was simple and nice. Complete bar for those that drink. Prices are comparative with other establishments at incline. Most lunch and brunch entrees are ~$20. Comparable to other restaurant in Incline. But more expensive than Reno. read more

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Overall, the food wasn't anything to hype up. I personally got the corned beef brisket hash, and it was pretty mid the meat was extremely overcooked. However, the service and ambiance were really nice. I just felt the food was overrated. read more

GOOD RESTAURANT FOR LUNCH IN INCLINE VILLAGE ============================================ My husband and I stopped by for lunch following a six or so mile bike ride nearby in the Tahoe East Shore Trail. They have a good menu. My husband and I both wanted to order their burgers and they were really good. We just asked them to take a few things off. I didn't tell them to take off the bacon, but I did after I received it. It was thick bacon which wasn't my cup of tea. We also did not want an egg on top. We sat on the patio and that was very nice. They have a nice sized parking lot. If you want to rent bikes there is a place right next door. read more

Sage Leaf - Burger - New American Near Me - Incline Village, Nevada

Dinner service happened to restart the day I stopped by Sage Leaf to pickup lunch for takeout upon arriving, so I knew then that I wanted to return for dinner. Although lunch items are on the pricier side for what you get since it is on the smaller/lighter side, it was absolutely delicious, leaving you wanting more. Fast forward one year minus one day later, almost same time, but same place for house made sage and cheddar biscuits, smoked salmon flatbread, Cajun spiced shrimp linguini, and grilled Niman ranch pork chops. Those sage and cheddar biscuits were absolutely amazing that I was tempted to get another order. The cajun spiced shrimp had a medium kick to it and would've liked the shrimp a little more cooked as it was slightly undercooked. Coincidentally, looks like happy hour may have returned the same day we were there for dinner and adding it to my next visit this coming winter especially for those biscuits and flatbread. read more

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Returned with friends from Roseville & Citrus Heights so they could enjoy one of our favorite restaurants. We started with Melted Snowman Hot Chocolates for all of us. Tahoe Blue French Toast for my husband, the other three of us had Biscuits and gravy with eggs. Corned beef hash dish, and Monte Carlo Sandwich. We all loved our food and appreciated the presentation. Javier was our waiter and he was great. Shane and Lara we love your restaurant. We will Vo Tony to come and introduce new people! read more

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