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Revive Coffee & Events is permanently closed.


Thanks for all the great memories!

*located at Lakeview Social


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Revive Coffee & Events is permanently closed.


Thanks for all the great memories!

*located at Lakeview Social



Our Story


Our Story


Revive Coffee & Wine was founded in 2016 by owner, Robin Bender.  Robin's husband, Dr. Bob Bender, passed away of cancer in 2013, just months after her mother's passing to the same disease. Revive is Robin's personal story of coming back to life after such a devastating loss.  A picture of Dr. Bob flying into Lake Tahoe in the 1970's hangs over the cafe fireplace as a tribute to his memory.

Robin stepped out in faith to recreate herself and the new business.  Occupying the former Picchetti Winery tasting room, Revive brought new life to everything inside and out. The goal was to preserve the rich history of the South Shore in this historic building that dates back to the 1940's.

Some of the wood used to create the bar and inside counter came from a house built in Zephyr Cove and was milled at the mill in Glenbrook in the 1920's.  The doors from the home serve as the cafe tables with the door handles being used as hooks in the bathroom.  An old window from the house is framed with the home's fence material and was turned into a picture by South Tahoe Standup Paddle owner, Chris Brackett. Repurposed wine barrels served as outside tables.  From the Pastry Case to the Turbo Chef, the equipment inside the cafe was brought back to life.

Robin says, “it takes a team of people to build a place like Revive.  We had no plan and limited materials when we started.  We were blessed by an outpouring of love from the community, the skill of local craftsmen and many donations of used materials.”  Led by Chris Brackett, his son Jared, and Sam Nelson, the team of craftsmen built the custom bar that now occupies the cafe.  All of the work was custom.   It all came together to build a cafe with a casual elegance.

In June, 2022 Robin sold Revive Coffee & Wine to Lakeview Social. This revitalized neighborhood hangout is an entertainment hub and outdoor wedding venue! Robin remained actively involved as the Director of Events until the closure in October, 2023.