Caesars Tahoe to Open New Live Music Lounge Tessie's Cocktails & Chords

The new venue will feature nightly live music and serve as a breeding ground for emerging musicians.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 11:20pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of a weathered wood plank texture with worn leather accents, bathed in dramatic high-contrast studio lighting to create a luxurious, high-fashion aesthetic.The rustic, mountain-inspired design of Tessie's Cocktails & Chords aims to capture the rugged romance of the Lake Tahoe region.Stateline Today

Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe is set to open a new cocktail lounge and live music destination called Tessie's Cocktails & Chords this summer. Designed by Celano Design Studio, the venue will channel the 'rugged romance of mountain life' through an immersive aesthetic blending vintage ski lodge charm with contemporary sophistication. Tessie's will feature live music seven nights a week, serving as a stage for both emerging and top-tier talent.

Why it matters

The opening of Tessie's Cocktails & Chords is part of a larger $200 million transformation of the Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe property. The new live music venue aims to capture the spirit of the Lake Tahoe region and provide a unique entertainment experience for visitors to the casino resort.

The details

Tessie's Cocktails & Chords will be located on the casino floor of Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe. The venue will feature an 1886-vintage fireplace, tufted leather sectionals, rustic wood tables, and a multi-headed serpent chandelier with programmable color-changing lights. An 1800s Brunswick triple-arch 'Empire Bar' crafted from mahogany will serve as the centerpiece, complete with leather stools and two restored horse saddles repurposed as barstools. There will also be a live performance stage framed with blue velvet drapery and custom serpent-inspired lighting.

  • Tessie's Cocktails & Chords is set to open this summer at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe.
  • During ski season, Tessie's will have an 'Amped Après' experience from 3 to 6 p.m. daily.

The players

Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe

The casino resort property where Tessie's Cocktails & Chords will be located, as part of a $200 million transformation.

Clique Hospitality

The hospitality group that has partnered with Caesars Entertainment to develop Tessie's Cocktails & Chords, as well as a previous collaboration at Caesars Palace Las Vegas.

Celano Design Studio

The New York-based design firm that has conceptualized the immersive aesthetic and mountain-inspired decor for Tessie's Cocktails & Chords.

Andy Masi

The founder of Clique Hospitality, who said the goal for Tessie's is to 'capture the heartbeat of Tahoe with great music, cocktails and local beers, and rock and roll energy.'

Karie Hall

The SVP and General Manager of Harrah's and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, who stated that Tessie's Cocktails & Chords is 'the soul of what we're building' at the resort.

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What they’re saying

“We conceptualized Tessie's to capture the heartbeat of Tahoe with great music, cocktails and local beers, and rock and roll energy. It's a place for anyone ready to trade an ordinary night for something legendary.”

— Andy Masi, Founder, Clique Hospitality

“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.”

— Karie Hall, SVP and General Manager, Harrah's and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe

What’s next

Tessie's Cocktails & Chords is now accepting job applications from applicants who are at least 18 years old.

The takeaway

The opening of Tessie's Cocktails & Chords represents Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe's commitment to providing a unique and immersive entertainment experience that celebrates the spirit and culture of the Lake Tahoe region. The new live music venue aims to attract both locals and visitors alike with its blend of mountain-inspired design, elevated cocktails, and a stage for emerging and established musical talent.