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The Lakehouse, Bay Shore, NY

The Lakehouse

4.7
4.7
3142 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 27 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

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,142 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Suffolk

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lakehouse offers a charming waterfront dining experience with "delicious food, great service, and stunning views." Guests rave about the live piano and the "amazing calamari and duck dishes." While some mention slow service, most agree it's an "upscale destination perfect for special occasions."

3,142 Reviews

  1. Annette

    New York City

    52 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    52 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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.

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  2. Donna

    New York City

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the food and service were excellent. Veal chop special was cooked perfectly. My favorite restaurant for a special occasion
    The LakehouseResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Donna, Thank you so much for choosing to celebrate your special occasion with us, and for sharing this lovely review. We are so pleased to hear how much your experience. We look forward to seeing you again. Sincerely, Eileen Connors

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  3. Samantha

    New York City

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We came for my son’s birthday. The ambiance was perfect with the piano player and he food was amazing as always. A great experience for all of us.
    The LakehouseResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Samantha, Thank you so much for choosing to celebrate your special occasion with us, and for the excellent review. We are so pleased to know that everyone enjoyed their dining experience. Happy Birthday to your son! Sincerely, Eileen Connors

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  4. Nancy

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an amazing dining experience from beginning to end. We were taken to our table without delay. The waiter was helpful and gracious. The ambiance was warm and inviting. The food was delicious and styled to perfection. A great meal. A great night. I highly recommend The Lake House.
    The LakehouseResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Nancy, Thank you so much for this lovely & detailed review. We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed dining with us. We look forward to seeing you again. Sincerely, Eileen Connors

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  5. Christine

    New York City

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant on the water. The service was great, and the food was delicious. It was our first time there and we will definitely be back.
    The LakehouseResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Christine, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed dining with us. We look forward to seeing you again. Sincerely, Eileen Connors

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  6. Alistaire

    New York City

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great venue. Kind and caring service. Food was really disappointing.
    The LakehouseResponded on November 18, 2024
    Dear Alistaire, Thank you for reaching out. We are sorry to hear that you had anything less than en exceptional dining experience. We wish you would have voiced your concerns to your server. Please know that we always have a manger available, and that we are more than happy to do whatever is necessary to ensure our guests enjoy a delicious meal. I hope that you will give us a chance to make it up to you in the future. Sincerely, The LakeHouse Management

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  7. Dana

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lake House has been a stand out restaurant in Bay Shore for years. After they moved closer to the Fire Island Ferry dock and built their new location I was afraid that size might negatively impact the overall fantastic experience that has always been Lake House's standard. No chance! It's still one of the top restaurants on Long Island and the service, food and ambiance remains excellent. Consistency in the restaurant business is always the most difficult achievement and Lake House meets that bar with flying colors. Thanks to them for a terrific meal on Saturday night!
    The LakehouseResponded on November 18, 2024
    Dear Dana, Thank you so much for this lovely & detailed review! We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed dining with us. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. Sincerely, Eileen Connors, owner

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  8. MichaelO

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This really is a great dining experience, everything was excellent.
    The LakehouseResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you so much for the excellent review, Michael! We hope to see you again!

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  9. Barbara

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Try ye Lakehouse in Bayshore. You want be disappointed
    The LakehouseResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you, Barbara!

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  10. lauren

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible dinner! Chris was a wonderful server. Highly recommend for a special evening
    The LakehouseResponded on November 11, 2024
    Thank you for this wonderful review! We think the world of Chris too! We hope to see you again in the future. 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 3142 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Lakehouse

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.
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