The Lake House

Name: The Lake House
Address: 747 Lake Bonavista Drive SE, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2J 0N2
Telephone: (403) 225-3939
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

3113 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

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Perched directly above Lake Bonavista with large glass windows overlooking the lake, The Lake House is home to one of Calgary’s finest and most creative restaurants as well as a unique setting for weddings and events.

The Lake House features Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts‘ (CRMR’s) renowned and distinctive Rocky Mountain Cuisine. This is interpreted and presented by Chef Gareth Colville. Chef Colville and his team excel at showcasing the regional flavor of Western Canada. Our locally inspired menus are complimented by a diverse wine list offering global selections authored by acclaimed sommelier Brad Royale.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 13 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Canadian, Wild Game
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(403) 225-3939
Website
http://lakehousecalgary.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Thomas Neukom
Private party facilities
The Lake House has two distinct rooms that can host a private event. One smaller Private Dining Room can seat up to 60 people and the main dining room that can accommodate 120 people. The Whole Venue can be booked exclusively and accommodate 180 guests.
Private party contact
Kirsten Davies: (403) 225-6525

Location
747 Lake Bonavista Drive SE, Calgary, AB T2J 0N2
Neighbourhood
Calgary
Cross Street
Lake Louise Way SE
Parking Details
Ample free parking.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Fresh Shucked East Coast Oyster $4.00
Daily Mignonette, Grilled Lemon & Horseradish
Fresh Shucked East Coast Oysters - Half Dozen$22.00
Daily Mignonette, Grilled Lemon & Horseradish
Rocky Mountain Charcuterie - Half Size $26.00
A Selection of Locally Produced Charcuteries, House Made Accompaniments & Rye Bread
Rocky Mountain Charcuterie - Full Size $36.00
A Selection of Locally Produced Charcuteries, House Made Accompaniments & Rye Bread
Lake House Fish Plank - Half Size$26.00
Assortment of House Cured & Smoked Seafood & Fish, Marinated Olives, Pickled Red Onions, Citrus Crackers
Lake House Fish Plank - Full Size$36.00
Assortment of House Cured & Smoked Seafood & Fish, Marinated Olives, Pickled Red Onions, Citrus Crackers
Daily Made Soup$13.00
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Golden Beet Salad$20.00
Goat Yogurt Panna Cotta, Red Beet Relish, Fairwinds Goat Gouda, Hazelnut Crisp, Mixed Greens, Maple & Cider Vinaigrette
Warm Stilton, Pear & Prosciutto Tart$21.00
Pickled Grapes, Belgian Endive, Arugula, Parsnip Chips, Blood Orange Gastrique
Atlantic Lobster Croquettes$24.00
Lemongrass Winter Squash Bisque, Pickled Bell Peppers, Green Onions, Mango Mayonnaise, Herb Oil
PEI Mussels & Frites$23.00
Soy Miso Broth, Oyster Mushrooms, Ginger, Chilli & Cilantro Sausage, Carrot & Snap Pea Slaw, Sweet Black Garlic Dressing

Mains

Leek & Manchego Risotto$34.00
Glazed Butternut Squash, Sage Gremolata, Crispy Kale, Sundried Tomato Chimichurri
Smoked Steelhead Trout$44.00
Brown Butter Potatoes, Dungeness Crab, Citrus Chive Crème Fraîche, Gaufrettes, Caper Berry, Fennel & Radish Salad, Dill Mustard Gribiche
Roasted Black Cod$47.00
Jerk Spiced Porchetta, Grilled Pineapple Salsa, Celeriac Puree, Piri-Piri Butter Sauce
Herb Rubbed Chicken Supreme$45.00
Chicken Thigh & Ricotta Rotolo, Pickled Wild Mushrooms, Dinosaur Kale, Pomodoro Sauce, Basil Pesto
Pan Seared Brome Lake Duck Breast$45.00
Duck Confit & Vegetable Dumplings, Smoked Peach Puree, Baby Peppers, Char Siu Sauce
Balsamic Marinated Rump of Elk$51.00
Corned Elk Brisket, Cauliflower Cheese Fritters, Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Blackberry Mostarda, Dark Chocolate Demi
Grilled Certified Angus Ribeye$52.00
Confit Garlic Pomme Puree, Heirloom Carrots, Broccolini, Tarragon Aioli, Green Peppercorn Jus

What 3,113 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
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Calgary / Southern Alberta
Canadian
Calgary
Great for scenic views
Calgary
Canadian

3,113 Reviews

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SueWayne
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a beautiful place to dine with family, friends or that special someone. The food was delicious and the service was wonderful. We would highly recommend The Lake House. Thank you!
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TimBlackhall
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Frank was awesome as was the rest of the staff. We were shown to our table immediately and seated with a view of the lake. The food was beyond good and the desert was even better. Would highly recommend the Lakehouse for any occasion. Tim and Angela
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food with ambience in the restaurant. Friendly and good staff. Highly recommended. Will I’ve to visit again.
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OpenTable Diner
Exclusive
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best place ever! My wifes birthday was made so special! Thank you "The Lake House"
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CocoT
Calgary
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome service and food. Each recommendation by our server rocked. We had the ribeye and the black cod, plus a couple desserts (get the sticky toffee!). The staff were all smiles and ready to help (even with the picture taking). Will be back soon!
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bogacoon
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
first time visiting and we enjoyed our time at the restaurant. the food was delicious.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kevin and his staff were excellent as well as the food. Thanks for a great evening.
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StephanieK
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I strongly recommend The Lake House for any occasion.
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Jun24dinner
Calgary
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a beautiful experience with great food and service.
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Chefeats
Calgary
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The cocktail menu is great. The meals were prepared very well, with lots of flavours. Even the plates are hot. Kosta recommended the tiramisu, and it is a winner. Very friendly, professional staff. Sunset across the lake is a treat.
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JeffM
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was very good. Service was amazing. Always a great place to go for a nice dinner. Not many places can beat the view.
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JamieS
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, amazing view from the deck and our waiter Darcy was on point. Friendly and personable but not in your face. The meal was paced well and his recommendations were perfect.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful dinner service with a spectacular view. Love this place and will be back again and again
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NataliyaS
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We absolutely loved the experience and service. Although we found that it would’ve been nice to have some deck space without tables to enjoy outside (if sitted inside), just a suggestion. It was very loud in the main area and so we chose a private table but it had less of a lake view, also smth to consider. And lastly, such a nice restaurant- guys, you should introduce dress code! Don’t allow people come in hoodies etc., that brings down the whole restaurant. We absolutely loved it and will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service! Dinner and ambience was excellent as well as our server! A Little “light” pour on my wine!
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! The server was amazing and made our dinner ☺️
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DeMo
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
It definitely didn't meet our expectations. The place is nice, with little lighting, and regular service. They do not offer even a glass of water as something special for birthdays, everything must be paid for. They need to go that extra mile that makes you want to return to a place.
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BettyG
Calgary
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the food, service and view were excellent.
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rdwild
Calgary
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is always good at the lake house. I’ve never had a bad meal there.
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Jeff
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time dining at the Lake House and was pleasantly surprised with the quality of service and food. Our waiter , Darcy, was a real gentleman and looked after all of our needs with a smile. We will return and tell others of our experience.
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KN123
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, wonderful service and loved the atmosphere. We'll be back again for sure!
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KristinaJ
Calgary
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall2food4service4ambience4
Beautiful location, lively restaurant but there was a large table of loud, obnoxious people by us. We did ask someone to have the manager ask them to take it down a notch but don't think it was done. Wasn't expecting to leave an expensive restaurant like that with no voice trying to have table mates hear me. Unfortunate that some people have no class and can ruin what we thought would be a lovely evening out with my 93 yr old mother. She couldn't hear us at all with all the loud conversation and laughing.
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Spike
Los Angeles
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great location. We had a great seat at the window. The food was top quality and the service was excellent. Shout out to Darcy our server who did an amazing job. 5-Star!!
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GP49
Calgary
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience2
Food was great. Best lunch I have had at a restaurant in Calgary in a long time. Very noisy. Patrons clustered near the windows. Acoustics must be wanting. Service somewhat indifferent but still okay.
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Tuyet
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Atmosphere was romantic, services was phenomenal, and food was exceptional.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Excellent foods, excellent ambiance. Excellent service. Loved the entire experience.
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HaroldM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, Morgan, was excellent! Attentive but not overly so. The meal was fantastic. We had the Fish Plank appetizer and the halibut and the rack of lamb. Never disappointing.
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KathyK
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The weather cooperated and we were able to sit outside on the deck and enjoy the view. I have dietary restrictions and the server and the restaurant accommodated my needs with wonderfully prepared foods. My friend's lunch exceeded her expectations so it was an exceptional birthday celebration.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience. Service is impeccable, food amazing, fantastic wine list. We will come again soon! Way better than Chairmans in Mahogany.
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bSKyyc
Calgary
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So glad I booked early. A special day for a friend and we got a window seat. A gorgeous view & food was great and service was great! Thankyou to all your staff.
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MichaelG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great food and great view of the beautiful lake. Very enjoyable.
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AliceYYC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional crew, took care of all our requests, service pace good, attentive to refilling water
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calgaryfoodie
Calgary
22 reviews
vip
2.0
22 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall2food1service5ambience4
Food was bland, menu uninspiring. Service and ambiance were the highlight of an otherwise low value for the money experience.
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DavidL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
great food, rack of lamb and accompanying vegetables were superb. Price is not cheap but likely in line with comparable restaurants. Service was very good- a bit noisy when we arrived but had a later reservation 8 pm so as the crowd departed, it became quiet.
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Steven
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to The Lake House for New Year's Eve and, most recently, our wedding anniversary. It is one of our favorite places to go now.
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Jjjjjjj
Calgary
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Phenomenal food and service in a Beautiful setting
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Virgo
Calgary
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
It was a very special occasion - a dinner for four. The restaurant is lovely with a beautiful view. Very romantic. The food was very disappointing however. We each had a different main off the dinner menu and my $52 ribeye steak was chewy. The four choices we had were all disappointing, either small portions of the protein and/or so-so accompanying starches and vegetables. I guess we had our expectations high being that it is affiliated with CRMR (Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts). Note that the service staff were welcoming and did a fine job. I would recommend going for a desert and a coffee to enjoy the atmosphere of the place and it’s view. Or a glass of wine and an appetizer but don’t spend that much money on a mediocre main meal.
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NoelleL
Calgary
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional service from the moment we arrived to our departure. The food was incredible, good sized portions, fresh ingredients and it all came out at once, nice and hot! We will be back!
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AmandaC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We never have a bad meal here. Also very good service. Hosted our wedding here and we had so many compliments on the food and wine. Pricey but a nice treat once and a while.
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Foodie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our 22nd Anniversary dinner there. The food was excellent, gorgeous view and the service was great!!! I would highly recommend it.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Lake House is rated 4.7 stars by 3113 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 13 times today

747 Lake Bonavista Drive SE, Calgary, AB T2J 0N2

Additional information

Cross Street
Lake Louise Way SE
Neighbourhood
Calgary
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Canadian, Wild Game
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Business Casual
Parking Details
Ample free parking.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Thomas Neukom
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://lakehousecalgary.com/
Phone number
(403) 225-3939
Private party facilities
The Lake House has two distinct rooms that can host a private event. One smaller Private Dining Room can seat up to 60 people and the main dining room that can accommodate 120 people. The Whole Venue can be booked exclusively and accommodate 180 guests.
Private party contact
Kirsten Davies: (403) 225-6525

The Lake House

Make a reservation

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Sticky Toffee Pudding

Dark Chocolate Marquise

Baileys Crème Brûlée

Appitizer

Fresh Shucked East Coast Oyster $4.00

Fresh Shucked East Coast Oysters - Half Dozen$22.00

Rocky Mountain Charcuterie - Half Size $26.00

Rocky Mountain Charcuterie - Full Size $36.00

Lake House Fish Plank - Half Size$26.00

Lake House Fish Plank - Full Size$36.00

Daily Made Soup$13.00

Golden Beet Salad$20.00

Warm Stilton, Pear & Prosciutto Tart$21.00

Atlantic Lobster Croquettes$24.00

PEI Mussels & Frites$23.00

Mains

Leek & Manchego Risotto$34.00

Smoked Steelhead Trout$44.00

Roasted Black Cod$47.00

Herb Rubbed Chicken Supreme$45.00

Pan Seared Brome Lake Duck Breast$45.00

Balsamic Marinated Rump of Elk$51.00

Grilled Certified Angus Ribeye$52.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Cleaning & sanitising

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

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