Samurai Restaurant, South Lake Tahoe

Enjoy the best Japanese cuisine served by authentic kimono-clad servers all set in an Asian atmosphere. The beautiful dining room features a Tatami room with seating for six to 12 people, plus a communal seating area for up to 16 people around the fireplace. For the sushi connoisseur, the possibilities are endless. Choose from cucumber rolls to a soft-shell crab roll. If you prefer a meal, a large variety of deliciously cooked entrees await you. The tempura and chicken teriyaki is succulent, served on a bed of rice with your choice of soup or salad for only $16. For the vegetarian in the crowd, try the vegetable tempura: assorted vegetables delicately batter-dipped and deep-fried. Open daily from 5 p.m.