The Lakehouse

4.7

3151 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views

Since 2006, The LakeHouse restaurant has been the jewel of Bay Shore, NY. In the summer of 2016, owners Eileen & Matthew Connors and Jay Gut moved locations to a brand new dockside treasure. With stunning views and multiple fireplaces, comfortable seating for 100+ guests, two lounge areas, deck overlooking the Great South Bay, and both an indoor tavern room and a waterfront bar, The Lakehouse is touted by many as “one of the best restaurants on Long Island.” At night, the deck is illuminated, as is the waterfront lounge area where guests can congregate for after-dinner cocktails. This New American fine dining experience is not to be missed. The Lakehouse can now be reached by boat as well, as guest dockage is available at the new gorgeous bayside locale.
*Please note that we not take reservations for particular tables & we cannot promise a particular area or table.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, French American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Sun 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(631) 666-0995
Website
http://www.thelakehouserest.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Matt Connors
Catering
From intimate gatherings to large scale events let the LakeHouse host your special day. Idyllic scenery & gourmet cuisine your event is sure to be one to remember. All parties are customizable and tailored to your special requests and the needs of your event. For inquries please contact our Events Director Director Annalisa Manthos
Private party facilities
Gorgeous Chef's Dining Room with views into the kitchen, accommodates up to 24 guests.

Location
135 Maple Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Neighborhood
Bay Shore
Cross street
Gibson
Parking details
Parking is valet or metered parking
Public transit
Fire Island Ferries, LIRR Bay shore
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 3,151 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Suffolk
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Lakehouse in Bay Shore offers a delightful dining experience with stunning views of the Great South Bay. Guests rave about the "outstanding food," "excellent service," and "beautiful ambiance," making it perfect for special occasions. The menu features a variety of well-prepared dishes, with highlights including duck and pistachio crunch cake.

3,151 Reviews

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Patricia
New York City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lake House is always wonderful. Ambience, service, food, everything was great.
The LakehouseResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for the lovely review, Patricia—and for your continued patronage. We are so pleased to know how much you enjoy dining at The LakeHouse. We hope to see you again soon.
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Joseph
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
I don’t know if there is a new owner or not but I was shocked at how bad this place has become. I have been here numerous times in the past and the food was always excellent. This time the food and the ambience were atrocious. I ordered a $75 dollar medium rare steak that was supposed to be wagyu - it probably wasn’t but still it shouldn’t have came out over cooked and tasteless. The large dining room was sparsely decorated and looked like a high school cafeteria. I was very disappointed to say the least.
The LakehouseResponded 1 day ago
Dear Joseph, Thank you for reaching out to us with this feedback. We are terribly sorry to hear that you had anything less than a stellar dining experience with us. We work very hard to make sure all of our guests leave happy & satisfied. I will be reaching out to you personally to speak with you about your visit. Sincerely, Eileen Connors, owner
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Neli
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cult cooked. This restaurant great place to celebrate any occasion. The chef is very versatile and talented. Everything we ordered was very fresh and the flavors were refreshingly different. Our waiter was very professional yet showed a lot of personality. He made great meal recommendations.
The LakehouseResponded 7 days ago
Thank you so much for this excellent review, Neli. We hope to see you agian!
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Anthony
New York City
74 reviews
5.0
74 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommended. Nice atmosphere. Good service. Food delicious. For dessert 🍨 order the donuts 🍩
The LakehouseResponded on December 6, 2024
Thank you for the excellent review, Anthony!
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Jan
New York City
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant overlooking the bay. Top notch service with delicious food. Great for a special occasion or if you just want to treat yourself to a great restaurant.
The LakehouseResponded on December 6, 2024
Thank you for the lovely review, Jan!
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Melissa
New York City
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous restaurant any time of the year. The food, service, and ambiance are outstanding. The restaurant was decorated for the holiday season and was gorgeous, and a gentleman was playing the piano during the dinner hour. I highly recommend The Lakehouse!
The LakehouseResponded on December 2, 2024
Dear Melissa, Thank you for so much for your continued patronage, and for the lovely review. We are so pleased to know how much you enjoyed everything. Happy Holidays! We look forward to seeing you again soon. Sincerely, Eileen Connors
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Demi
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was absolutely delicious. Service was perfect. Beautiful location.
The LakehouseResponded on December 2, 2024
Thank you so much, Demi. We hope to see you again!
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Laura
New York City
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thanksgiving at The Lakehouse was wonderful. Service was impeccable, the meal was delicious and the ambience was exactly what I had hoped for. I look forward to returning- very soon!
The LakehouseResponded on December 2, 2024
Dear Laura, Thank you for choosing to celebrate Thanksgiving with us, and for this wonderful review. We are so pleased to know how much you enjoyed everything. Happy Thanksgiving! We look forward to seeing you again soon. Sincerely, Eileen Connors
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Pat
West Palm Beach
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Food Brian our server was excellent. He selected the best meals for us. All was delicious 😋. Also the Chardonnay was delicious 😋 Love 💕 the experience We will definitely be back when we return to Long Island. We live in Florida Thanks again for a wonderful 70th Birthday 🎂 celebration. Patty Sinclair 561-573-5670
The LakehouseResponded on December 2, 2024
Dear Pat, Thank you so much to both of you for choosing to celebrate your special occasion with us, and for this excellent review. We are so pleased to know how much you enjoyed everything. We look forward to seeing you again. Happy Birthday! Sincerely, Eileen Connors
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Annette
New York City
52 reviews
vip
4.0
52 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friend and I meet here twice a year to celebrate our birthdays as it's equidistant from our homes west and east of there. The clam chowder with mushrooms was delicious, as was the Parisian salad - both of which I ordered. My friend ordered the vegetable soup terrine and a hamburger with fries. The only complaint was the burger was not medium rare as she had ordered it, but medium. She only ate 1/2 of it. The french fries here are out of this world delicious. We only enjoyed coffee as our dessert, which was very good. Service was excellent, just enough attention paid to us, and food arrived quickly.
The LakehouseResponded on December 2, 2024
Dear Annette, Thank you so much to both of you for choosing to celebrate your special occasions with us, and for this lovely & detailed review. We are so pleased to know how much you enjoyed everything. In the future, if there is anything about your meal that needs attention, please don't hesitate to speak with your server or a manager. We look forward to seeing you again. Happy Birthday! Sincerely, Eileen Connors
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FAQs

The Lakehouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (631) 666-0995.

The Lakehouse is rated 4.7 stars by 3151 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

135 Maple Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706

Additional information

Cross street
Gibson
Neighborhood
Bay Shore
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Sun 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, French American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is valet or metered parking
Public transit
Fire Island Ferries, LIRR Bay shore
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Matt Connors
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thelakehouserest.com/
Phone number
(631) 666-0995
Catering
From intimate gatherings to large scale events let the LakeHouse host your special day. Idyllic scenery & gourmet cuisine your event is sure to be one to remember. All parties are customizable and tailored to your special requests and the needs of your event. For inquries please contact our Events Director Director Annalisa Manthos
Private party facilities
Gorgeous Chef's Dining Room with views into the kitchen, accommodates up to 24 guests.

The Lakehouse

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Littleneck Clam Chowder

Wild Mushroom Risotto

Pan Roasted Prime Filet Mignon

Menu

What 3,151 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Lakehouse offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Lakehouse restaurant rated?

Is The Lakehouse currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information