New Live Music Lounge to Debut at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe
Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords, a New Live Music Lounge Inspired by Local Legend, to Debut at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe This Summer
In Partnership with Clique Hospitality, the Immersive New Venue Brings Rock 'n' Roll Energy, Handcrafted Cocktails and Nightly Live Music to the Heart of the Casino Floor
STATELINE, Nev. – The legend of Tessie is getting amped up. Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe and Clique Hospitality have announced an early summer 2026 opening of Tessie's Cocktails & Chords, an all-new cocktail lounge and live music destination inspired by the mythical serpent said to inhabit the depths of Lake Tahoe. Located in the heart of the casino floor, Tessie's is where rock 'n' roll energy meets elevated mixology and Sierra Nevada soul.
Designed by New York-based Celano Design Studio Co., Tessie's channels the rugged romance of mountain life through an immersive aesthetic that blends vintage ski lodge charm with contemporary sophistication. Antique mahogany, white oak plank walls, black basalt, aged bronze and worn leather set the stage for a warm yet electric gathering place. A monolithic 1886-vintage fireplace anchors the cozy lounge, while tufted leather sectionals, rustic wood tables and cowhide rugs create intimate pockets throughout the room.
At the center of it all hangs a dramatic multi-headed serpent chandelier; a tribute to Tessie herself, fitted with programmable color-changing light that shifts the atmosphere from an inviting amber glow during early evening to a theatrical, concert-ready setting as the night progresses. A Brunswick triple-arch "Empire Bar" from the late 1800s, crafted from mahogany with Corinthian columns, ornate arches and mirrored detailing, serves as a stunning centerpiece, complete with leather stools and two restored horse saddles repurposed as barstools, nodding to Tahoe's frontier spirit. At the rear, a live performance stage framed with blue velvet drapery and custom serpent-inspired lighting rounds out the space.
"We conceptualized Tessie's to capture the heartbeat of Tahoe with great music, cocktails and local beers, and rock and roll energy," said Andy Masi, Founder of Clique Hospitality. "It's a place for anyone ready to trade an ordinary night for something legendary."
Tessie's will serve as a breeding ground for emerging musicians and a stage for top-tier talent, with live music seven nights a week. During ski season, Tessie's will extend the experience with an Amped Après experience from 3 to 6 p.m. daily, giving guests a high-energy wind-down after a day on the slopes before the evening entertainment kicks off.
The bar menu at Tessie's spotlights cocktails, champagnes, beer selections and more designed for settling in for a solo act or dancing through last call. Cocktails will include classic preparations alongside signature creations built on elusive and carefully sourced spirits. Guests will find an extensive selection of local draft beers on rotating tap alongside other imports and domestics.
"Tessie's Cocktails & Chords is the soul of what we're building at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe. We wanted a space that felt authentic to the region and to the music, the mountains and the stories people have been telling about this lake for generations,” said Karie Hall, SVP and General Manager of Harrah’s and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe. “Partnering with Clique Hospitality to bring that vision to life gives us a venue unlike anything else on the South Shore, and we can't wait to open the doors this summer."
Tessie's Cocktails & Chords marks Clique Hospitality's second collaboration with Caesars Entertainment, following the acclaimed opening of Caspian's Cocktails & Caviar at Caesars Palace Las Vegas in late 2024. The lounge is one of five new bar experiences coming to Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe as part of Phase Two of the property's $200 million transformation.
Tessie's Cocktails & Chords is scheduled to open in early summer 2026. For more information, visit CaesarsRepublicTahoe.com.
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About Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords
Tessie's Cocktails & Chords is an immersive live music lounge opening this summer in the heart of the casino floor at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe at 18 Hwy. 50 in Stateline, Nevada. Inspired by the local folklore of Tessie, the mythical serpent said to inhabit the depths of Lake Tahoe, Tessie's blends mountain modern design with rock 'n' roll energy, nightly live music and a creative cocktail program. The venue will feature solo artists and duos seven nights a week with full bands Thursday through Saturday, alongside a craft cocktail menu, rotating local draft beers and an extensive wine and beer list. Tessie's is a Clique Hospitality concept developed in partnership with Caesars Entertainment. For reservations and more information, visit TessiesTahoe.com and follow along on Instagram and Facebook at @TessiesTahoe.
About Clique Hospitality
Clique Hospitality, founded by hospitality innovator Andy Masi in 2014, has conceptualized nearly two dozen nightlife and dining destinations in Las Vegas, San Diego, Newport Beach, Chicago and Delray Beach, Florida. The company’s Las Vegas day and nightlife portfolio includes Caspian’s at Caesars Palace; The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails and Clique Bar & Lounge at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas; Easy’s Cocktail Lounge at ARIA Resort & Casino; Eight Lounge and Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge at Resorts World Las Vegas; and DAYLIGHT Beach Club at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino; Bel-Aire Lounge, Bel-Aire Backyard and Wax Rabbit at Durango Casino & Resort; and Rouge Room at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa. The company’s Las Vegas dining portfolio includes Mijo Modern Mexican at Durango Casino & Resort; Bottiglia Cucina & Enoteca and Borracha Mexican Cantina located at Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa and Casino in Henderson; Hearthstone Kitchen & Cellar, set to open in early 2026, at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Summerlin; and Proper Eats Food Hall at ARIA Resort & Casino. Clique’s San Diego restaurant portfolio includes Joya Kitchen in La Jolla; Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine at Pendry San Diego; Serẽa Coastal Cuisine at Hotel Del Coronado; Temaki Bar: Handroll, Sushi, Sake in Encinitas; SET Steak & Sushi at Pendry Newport Beach; Lilian’s and Bing’s Bar at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe; and The Pool House at Pendry San Diego. Clique's Chicago restaurant, Venteux, is located at Pendry Chicago. More information about Clique Hospitality and the company’s full portfolio is available at CliqueHospitality.com.
About Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe (formerly Harveys)
Owned and operated by Caesars Entertainment, Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, formerly Harveys, is located on the south shore of Lake Tahoe, North America’s largest alpine lake, central to unequaled year-round beauty and America’s largest concentration of ski resorts.
Located across the highway and connected to Harrah’s by an easy-access connector, Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe is the oldest ongoing casino operation in Lake Tahoe. Founded in 1944 as a small café and gas station with three slot machines, Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe has grown to become Lake Tahoe’s largest casino. With approximately 88,000 square feet of gaming space, guests will find more than 1,200 of the most exciting slot machines, nearly 100 live-action table games, as well as Northern Nevada’s first restaurant by Chef Gordon Ramsay, HELL’S KITCHEN and Lisa Vanderpump’s WOLF by Vanderpump. The resort also boasts nearly 1,250 hotel rooms across two newly renovated hotel towers. Additional benefits to playing and staying at Harrah’s & Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe include Caesars Rewards®, the famed Caesars Entertainment national casino players’ card program that rewards guests for playing at all Caesars Entertainment properties, including Harrah’s and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe.
Media Contact for Clique Hospitality:
Stephanie Wilson
Wicked Creative
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Media Contact for Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe:
Ashley Duke
Harrah’s and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe
Aduke@Caesars.com
Media Contact for Caesars Entertainment:
Dayna Calkins
Caesars Entertainment
Dcalkins@caesars.com