The Lakehouse

I usually come here on special occasions like today, when celebrating a friend’s graduation. The food is pretty good if you’re really hungry, but i do wish they had more options because there isn’t much variety ESPECIALLY if you’re someone who is picky and allergic to most things!! They should make it to where customers are able to order off the lunch menu sharing dinner time, to supplement for the lack of options they have. It’s also a little pricey if you’re with 2+ people so be aware. This restaurant has too many seafood options and not a lot of American or Italian food, which is a bit of a bummer. Like I said, I only come here for special occasions, so it’s fair. But it’s also a bummer that they change so many things every time I return. The bread we had today was good, but the bread they had months ago was wayyyyy better and tasted homemade, so we were quite sad about that change. The service however is always very good and top notch here! The “service charge” is unnecessary and made the bill rack up quickly so be aware of that as well!! Atmosphere is a vibe and fancy like, so if you’re into that, this is the place for you. We will be back every once awhile :)

This is the restaurant attached to the W Bellevue Hotel, so we went here for breakfast. Modern cool interior with comfy seating. It’s pretty expensive for what you get though. My shrimp and grits had a pretty good flavor, but shrimp were overcooked as well as the poached eggs. The French Toast didn’t soak long enough so it was more bread like that left it pretty dry. They also auto add a 20% tip, which I find annoying. Even though I usually tip that much, when servers know we have no choice service is lacking.

Our recent visit to The Lake House Bellevue was made truly memorable thanks to the outstanding service provided by Jorrell. From the moment we arrived, Jorrell's attention to detail and genuine care for our experience stood out. He ensured that every aspect of our dining experience was perfect, making us feel valued and well taken care of. The highlight of my meal was the mushroom banh mi sandwich, which was nothing short of extraordinary. The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the mushrooms cooked to perfection, and the fresh, crisp vegetables adding a delightful crunch. Each bite was a testament to the culinary excellence that The Lake House is known for. Jorrell's exceptional service, coupled with the delectable food, made our visit unforgettable. We look forward to returning and highly recommend both the restaurant and Jorrell’s impeccable service to anyone seeking a top-notch dining experience.

Came here for a girls' night on a friday evening, and the ambiance was perfect. It was empty when we arrived 6pm but filled up as the evening went on. The bonus was free parking because they opened the gates after 8 pm. Cocktails were delicious, but the entrees were disappointing. We got the truffle fries, and the portions size was huge! We also got the Beet Salad and everything, but the beets were good. The beets were extremely overcooked. On the other hand, the handmade pasta tortellini we ordered was unfortunately undercooked and lacked much needed flavor. We also got the short rib that was extremely fatty and came with a strange white paste. However, the hashed carrot was well seasoned and quite delicious. Although the entrees weren't good, I would recommend a visit for the cute ambiance and the drinks.

The lake house is definitely a fancy place and good for dating! It’s pricy, but the food is good, and the service is very thoughtful. The duck is very yummy 🤤it’s very soft and not greasy. The sauce is not too strong, well seasoned 👍🏻The fries with truffles smells so good! But it costs $18 🥲Grilled octopus tastes specially, tender and fruity(seems grilled with apple or some fruit)!

Had a really good dinner here. Surprisingly the place was empty around 7pm on a Sunday night, but it was one of the first beautiful days of summer in Seattle so we imagine people were outside. We had the Truffle Fries, 72 hr Braised Short Rib and Lamb Pesto Fregula. Fries were very crispy and so tastey. Short rib was falling apart, and very moist - 10/10 recommend, definitely our favorite. The pasta was very good, but nothing special. This place is a little pricey, $18 Fries are a bit much but they do give you quite a bit. I will say the short rib was worth it.

We were here for breakfast and had an absolutely great experience. The service was outstanding. The breakfast croissant tasted delicious with so much flavor. The avocado toast was super delicious, the salmon spread on it was tasty and very light. The espresso - the best espresso in the area for sure!

We were looking forward to dining here as the reviews seemed great. The service was lovely and we really enjoyed our waitstaff. However, our experience was underwhelming to say the least. We ordered the pork and the short ribs and both dishes we could not eat. The meat was tough, it was under seasoned and just not good. They comped our desserts but we left feeling pretty frustrated about this dining experience.

Was in on a summer Thursday for dinner. Service was great, not too busy and the staff would stay within eyesight when not actively working on anything. Two people ordered the steak and were very happy to have a quality blue sear on one. I had several small plates for variety, and the flavors changes were phenomenal. I really enjoyed my salad and the gnocchi. Cocktails also very good here. This place is always a good experience. FYI: The restrooms are shared with the adjacent hotel lobby but everything in the Lincoln tower food space is very nice

located inside of the w hotel in downtown bellevue. if i'm perfectly honest, i've only had the catering; however, i had it several times and it was so terrible each time that i refuse to step foot in the joint. i hate to be so harsh, but each time there were complaints from multiple people... after awhile, it just felt like they would not listen to any criticism. when they would be chosen to cater again, we'd dread it. it got to the point where we stopped allowing them to cater all together. i've seen pictures of the food from the actual restaurant (it looks good) and this place is rated fairly highly, so i'm not sure why the catering falls so flat. it's not like we were asking them to bring anything far -- in fact, we were in the same block. i hope some time they improve.

We got out from a dinner that lasted hours!! Literally! Reservation was at 5.30pm and we got out at 7.45pm. No restauranteur would like to jeep people for that long except for those 10 course menus. There were 2 waiters and another later came out later on to help them. Two cooks in the middle were just hanging the first 45 minutes... while we waited to have our order taken. They were all nice, ad friendly but one person in my party noticed that that shouldn't be affecting Customers. It took a while to recieve drinks first. Food was just OK. Nothing memorable. Duck was hard. I understand is tricky to cook. It can get harder if overcooked but this one wasn't the case. Pork was beautifully cooked. Drinks were OK, nothing special. They forgot our coffees. Don't know if they charged them, but we wanted to leave as soon as possible. Restrooms...they were an experience for everyone coming inside. Neither males nor females were expecting it. No changing tables by the way. They are mixed women and men. Good for the bar next door but not for kids, babies, granny, lactation, etc. Definitely not family friendly! So, overall, I wouldn't come because is really pricey for this experience. Each dish is $50. Huge huge disappointment.

Love their happy hour oysters + prosecco for $6. Timely service and clean, modern ambiance. Food can be a bit pricey outside of happy hour but they provide parking validation.

What happened to this place? We had brunch reservations but were sat 20 minutes past, no apology. When we were seated we had to wait 10 mins for water and a greeting. Not exaggerating. I ordered a latte and was served a saucer with a thick, curly hair on it which looked like a hair from our servers beard. Once the food got there I couldn't believe how FLAVORLESS everything was!!! It's fried chicken with the saddest gravy I've ever tasted!!!! I've had amazing mushroom gravies before but this was an insult! Especially when the bill came. Everything was trash-- fast food would have been better and I don't even eat that.

This place was beautiful. Located in Lincoln Center. Normally places this beautiful you're in for a treat. And indeed we were. We sat in the beautiful private dinning room for an incredible and very special occasion. Service was fantastic from start to finish. The food and drinks were incredible. It was a table of 8 and each cocktail and wine was perfect. Every part of service was great. Can't wait to dry dinner here.

I was meeting my friends in Bellevue and I saw this place and wanted to try. I love the aesthetic here and the service was good, but a little slow. In terms of the food, it was mostly good but the fried chicken and biscuit was dry and too dense and the smoke salmon avocado toast had salmon but it wasn't in pieces like most places so it was a little underwhelming. But I enjoyed the scramble egg dish with fried rice!

Excellent wait staff, I enjoyed chef's tasty creations. The few dishes I had were tasty and flavorful. Looking forward to return and try other items on the menu I've missed.

I went for brunch and had the avocado toast with salmon and added eggs. While the portion was generous, I was disappointed. I was envisioning the salmon to be lox, smoked or some other way but what I got was more of a salmon salad on top of an overly toasted bread that almost broke my teeth. My date ordered the chilaquiles and was pleased but not blown away. Service was good, and the restaurant has a very modern and clean feel.

We knew what we were getting into. Last time we did the tasting menu, we were not impressed. We did the $130/person valentine's prefix dinner with $50/person wine pairing. It comes out to be about $216/person after tax and 20% service charge. Our servers were really nice, but the food was meh as usual. The first few appetizers and salad were joke. We would have eaten at home if we knew we were getting potato chips and goat cheese that tastes nothing special. The chia seed salad was the worst creation ever! Nothing went well together. I'm keeping 3 stars only because of the nice staff and the location. We still had a good time, but do not recommend this place for good food. It's very unfortunate because this place used to taste way better when they first opened. Now every time we go back whether for dinner or for brunch, we go home disappointed. Go somewhere else if you are looking for good food that is worth your money. Unless someone badly wants to try this place, we don't need to come back here for a while.

The food was fairly tasty, farm to table prices. our server was also a complete delight. However, as we were leaving the restaurant, my daughter mentioned that they just had an "OKAY" food rating. I thought to myself, everything we had was vegetable based, so we are probably fine. That night, I was miserable with feeling sick, indigestion and night sweats. With the higher price tag of their meals, I'm really unsure of the quality of food or what else may happen in the kitchen. I have not checked the violations yet, thought I would get this review out there first just so people are aware. I would have definitely made other dinner choices. If I ever thought I would feel this way afterwards.

The restaurant is located in Lincoln Square South on the second floor. It is right across from Baron's. The restaurant has dim lighting. There is a bar in the middle and tables around. Went around 5:30pm on a Thursday and there weren't that many people. Had a reservation for around 10 people. The service was okay, but the waiter did not have the greatest attitude when attending to our table. I had the spicy margarita as a drink and it was not spicy or that good. I asked for some jalapeños to add in my drink. For appetizers, we had oysters, truffle fries, the miso mushrooms, Brussels sprouts and the bread. The bread was delicious. The truffle fries were pretty good as well. The oysters were okay, but the sauce accompanying it had no flavor. The Brussels sprouts were very yummy, but when we ordered the second time it was overly salty. The fried mushrooms were just alright as well it was on the sweeter side. For my entree I ordered one of their handmade pastas. This was a 0/5 for me. The presentation itself looks like dogfood. There was absolutely no taste to the pasta. It was so plain. Not sure what I was expecting, but for $41 this is not it. For the price point, the food was not that great. Would not come here again unless I had to.

I am shocked to see all these not-so-great reviews below about this place. Our experience was amazing from every dish and all the amazing employees. Daring was our waiter and he was a pleasure. We dined in during happy hour and we were shocked that there weren't many other folks inside, and were a little weary, but wow, our expectations were exceeded greatly and we are happy to say, it's one of the best experiences we've had and the food was the highlight. The portion sizes are literally extremely large, was not expecting that! The entire Dutch oven was basically filled with fries. The mushrooms didn't specify that they were breaded, but they were delicious. The Brussel sprouts were also scrumptious with the aioli that was on the bottom. Highly recommend you get the truffle fries, they are sooo fresh and the aoili is even better.

We stayed at the W Bellevue and came to the Lakehouse to eat for both mornings of our stay. The breakfast options were plentiful, the food was good, and the service was excellent! The space is nice and large, it's right next to the W Hotel and also part of Lincoln Square South. We parked on the 4th level in the parking garage and parking is free on weekends. Get the fresh squeezed orange juice, it was really good and fresh! The hash browns are also special, definitely recommend that!

Second time here and food is always SO good. Breakfast menu felt bit less options but i got parfait which was light and fruits were so fresh and yummy. Server was friendly. Since it was breakfast, it was not that crowded.

My wife and I strolled into this restaurant on one slow Sunday morning. I was looking for a basic breakfast spot with basic breakfast options. Instead we stopped at Lakehouse, and it was everything except basic! Everything we ordered was a step above what we expected while being delicious and very filling. We ordered a number of items that we thoroughly enjoyed. We ordered French toast with apple compote and cranberries, and a linguiça sausage meal with sweet potatoes, yams, brussel sprouts, scrambled eggs, and fried rice. For sides, we got a biscuit, chicken sausage, and potatoes. Every item was fresh and cooked well and something we'd order again. The most unique part of the meal (for me) was having yams and brussel sprouts with scrambled eggs. It was very tasty nonetheless. The standout for me was the large buttery biscuit. It was crispy on the outside and soft and pillowy on the inside. I'll most likely stop by occasionally just to grab a couple of those. We had no complaints about the service. The staff was very attentive and checked on us often. The restaurant was bright and felt very inviting. The greenery on the bar pillar wall and the nice color contrast adds to the feeling of a more upscale restaurant. Lastly, the cost was a bit on the higher side, but we expected that. If they keep preparing biscuits like that, I'll be spending a lot more money there ... happily. My wife and I have walked past this restaurant a thousand times and never stopped to eat here. We will not keep making that mistake. We will be back to check out their other meals beyond breakfast as well, and I recommend that you check it out too.

My friends and I met here for brunch for her bday and we had a fabulous time. From the drinks, service and to the food and cake, end to end top notch. This places surpassed my expectations-Quality ingredients, superb staff and creative drinks. With all the new and competitive restaurants to check out in Lincoln and Bellevue Square, this place is a hidden gem and underrated more than it should be.

I just enjoyed a delicious bacon cheeseburger for lunch. I have visited the Lakehouse many times over the years and always enjoy it. Why four stars, then? I like the service charge, but there should not be a line for "tip" on the credit card receipt. If they must keep that line, mark it as "additional tip." They are banking on customers missing the fact that they already paid for service.

I am not sure where to start on this place. There were ups and downs but mostly downs. On the surface it looks great. However that is a lie. I got to try 3 items. The wagyu steak and eggs, shrimp and grits, crumpet Benedict. The steak and eggs was most definitely not wagyu and if it was then they gave us the worst part of the steak and they cooked it terribly. No seasoning and the grill marks were over powering. It was one of the worst steaks I have ever had. The crumpet benedict was just okay. Nothing special except for the price on it. It should have been way better. The shrimp and grits was actually very nice however they do not know how to plate the poached eggs. They were buried by everything so they cook more on the way to the table and you end up with hard eggs. All in all I would not recommend anyone going there the price tag is very high for sub par food. Also they do not tell you this ahead of time or on the menu, but they have a 20% service charge that they tack on the bill. The server said that goes to the restaurant. Not sure weather they pay them with it or not but I don't like being surprised at the end.

Food is great and the atmosphere and ambiance is very modern. Staff Avery friendly. They have a limited menu but items are delicious.

First time at The Lakehouse, visited for brunch with hubby, aunt, and uncle Ambience: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Food: 4/5 - Fried Chicken & Buttermilk Biscuit - Tasty, loved the hearty biscuit - Shrimp & Grits (x2) - Good, although grits a touch underdone and slightly crunchy. Poached eggs were perfect. - Bacon Cheeseburger - Didn't taste, but heard was good I appreciate food that's not oversalted or overseasoned.

One of the best spots for breakfast in Bellevue. I've tried many of the dishes and they are all fantastic. They have some additional options on the weekends for brunch as well. While the food is great, the service is the icing on the cake. We absolutely adore Alex, but every waiter we have had at breakfast has been incredibly kind and attentive. Pro Tip: Don't forget to ask for their delicious Fresno Chile hot sauce.

This is one of our regular brunch places. And each time we look forward to trying the delicious new dishes - dishes change based on the season. We were seated promptly - thank you for that. We ordered drinks, northwest cassoulet, chilaquiles and steak&eggs. Chewy was amazing. He was pleasant, thoughtful and attentive. It was loud in the dining room - louder than normal but that's okay, people were having a wonderful Saturday morning. Steak and Eggs was good. Best part of this plate was the creamed spinach. I think the wagyu could have used a little bit of the seasoning (yes, I realize it's wagyu). The chilaquiles was okay - flavorful and pretty reminiscent of what Lakehouse is. The northwest cassoulet - was disappointing. It lacked seasoning, was served in a bowl that make it difficult to eat, did not have any starch - we ended up ordering side of toast to go with it. Usually dishes like this bursting with flavor so you don't miss the carb/starch. I'd asked for honey with the cappuccino - great flavor but the mixing spoon never made an appearance. Got a refill on coffee, asked for oat milk and the oat milk never made an appearance either. It's the little details - for a place like Lakehouse, these little things were disappointing. Chewy was amazing, he got the cassoulet taken off the bill - thank you for that. I've rated The Lakehouse higher before but missed little detail and lack of flavor is the reason why I am going with three stars this time.

What a fantastic place to come for dinner! We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at The Lakehouse. I would like to start by acknowledging how communicative the business was. We had a reservation at their sister cocktail bar before our dinner and due to unforeseen circumstances, they had to close for the evening. Not only did I receive notice via email and voicemail, but they went so far as to book my party a table at The Lakehouse for the same time to ensure we still had somewhere to go. At The Lakehouse, we were met by a friendly hostess who seated us and made sure we had waters. We were then greeted by our server (so sorry to have forgotten his name but we were at table 67.1 on 1/16 @ 7:30) who was friendly and attentive. Throughout the night we received truly fantastic service and wanted for nothing. Our drinks were always full, our table clean, and our meal well-timed. The food was delicious with great flavor and nice plating. The decor was clean cut, and the atmosphere pleasant with a social vibe that still allowed for intimate conversation. If you are in Bellevue and looking for a great meal with excellent service, look no further. I will most definitely be back!

Been to this establishment for a few times now and this visit was the most memorable. I'm sure the company made the difference but the server, food, overall experience contributed to the 5-star rating. The place has a nice, clean look. Modern but not stuffy. For cocktails: Emerald Manhattan - $29 - my friend liked it. She's a Manhattan drinker and said this was one of the best she's had. Spicy Margarita - $16 - definitely can taste the jalapeño. Good but nothing to rave about. Martini - $15 - our usual martini drinker ordered how he usually take his martini ( I can't remember the specs). For starters, we ordered a few shareables: HOMEMADE PARKER HOUSE ROLLS ARUGULA & BASIL BUTTER | 9 - made in-house, served warm (steam comes out when you open the roll). I'm trying to stay away from carbs but I made an exception for this one! And you should too! Soft, buttery, melt in your mouth good!!! Serves 4. OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL* GRANNY SMITH APPLE-CRANBERRY VERJUS MIGNONETTE | 6 FOR 24 / 13 FOR 48 - fresh, clean taste. A great starter! HAWAIIAN AHI TUNA CRUDO BLOOD ORANGE NUOC CHAM SAUCE, CRISPY GARLIC & SERRANO CHILIE | 24 - 4 pieces. Tuna slices are about 1x1.5 inches, thinly sliced. Another nice, fresh, clean taste for starters. FRIED MAITAKE MUSHROOMS TOGARASHI, TUMERIC-GINGER AIOLI, SOY-SESAME GLAZE | 21 - a wonderful treat! The mushrooms were lightly breaded and fried. Crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Very tasty! Not oily at all. Our first bottle recommended my our server Evan (Remember his name) - Capitello Pinot $90 - good Pinot to drink as is (with no food although it went well with the rolls). For our main: GRILLED SPANISH IBERICO PORK PRESA CREAMY CHEDDAR GRITS, SAVOY CABBAGE, CHILI-COFFEE RUB, HAZLENUT BUTTER, PICKLED ELDERBERRY | 52 - delicious meat! I didn't get the chance to taste the sides but my friend really liked it. SQUID INK BUCATINI CALIBRIAN CHILI TOMATO BRODO, CLAMS, OCTOPUS, MUSSELS, PRAWNS | 36 - I ordered this dish and it was DELICIOUS! If you haven't had squid ink pasta, don't let the "squid ink" deter you from trying. You cannot (and shouldn't) taste the squid ink). Seafood was nicely cooked and the tomato brodo was very tasty. Braised short ribs - $58 - I couldn't find the description on their online menu. Evan said the short ribs are braised for 58 hrs. It was very tender, melt in your mouth goodness! Between the pork and this dish, I liked this one just a tad better. Gnocchi with mushrooms - $36 - another dish not on their online menu. Another delicious dish! Because we had asked for the wine menu, Evan brought the sommelier to our table in case we had any questions. Very thoughtful of him. We wanted a bottle of red that would hold up to the dishes we ordered. Sommelier recommended Domaine Karydas ($78) from Greece. It went very well with the 4 dishes we ordered! And yes we had room for dessert! Desserts are made in-house and they all looked good. All $14 VALRHONA CHOCOLATE MOUSSE WHITE CHOCOLATE-OLIVE OIL GANACHE, GIANDUJA, HUCKLEBERRY COMPOTE, COCOA-HAZLENUT BRITTLE - uhmazing! The hazelnut brittle was a nice crunch to the smoothness of the mousse. PAVLOVA TANGERINE CURD, WHIP, CITRUS FRUIT, CRANBERRY-LIME PURÉE - nice, fresh dessert. A bit too sweet for me but was liked by everyone on our table. PISTACHIO OLIVE OIL CAKE WHIPPED CREME FRAICHE, CITRUS "COMPOTE - light dessert! The Creme fraiche and citrus compote truly complemented the cake (although the cake was good by itself too). SALTED CARAMEL & CHOCOLATE CAKE VALRHONA CHOCOLATE CAKE, SALTED CARAMEL BUTTERCREAM - Evan said that they'll be pulling this dish off the menu soon. Try to catch this while you can. IT. IS. SO. GOOD. It's light and yummy! Not too sweet. After dinner drinks - Evan had us taste this German dessert wine -- Hans Wirsching Silvaner. It's great and highly recommend with any of the dessert! Evan is great! I recommend sitting at his section. Overall a great experience! I wasn't able to take pics of all the dishes (being in the moment).

Totally had a last minute baby shower here and the host and service workers were so accommodating . They set up the table so nicely . It was absolutely beautiful and nice . The layout ambiance reminds me of something of Martha's Vineyard upscale , , clean , lakehouse vibes . Pops of color , semi well lit . The food is good but ultimately the pricing is a little $$$ for the quantities they provide but it can satisfy a smaller palate . 3/5 stars . I wish they had more options on the menu but maybe that will change one day . Until next

I loved this dish, the service was very good, the decor was very pretty! I would definitely recommend!

Brunch with friends, table of 4, Overall, meh. Pros Menu had a bit of everything. Beautiful atmosphere and ambiance Host was super friendly, Server was friendly and personable but lacked knowledge. -house made spicy sauce was tasty and the hit! Cons - breakfast burrito was hearty but lacked flavor and was luke warm. Adding the house made hot sauce was key! - server was friendly but long gaps and wait time in a not packed restaurant. Waited a long time for food to arrive. I'm used to establishments refilling our glasses when we order a bottle, but they never did. Good thing the ice bucket was right next to me! Felt like reactive service, not proactive. 3 stars bc it felt like the service and food didn't match the ambiance and prices so that was disappointing. I may or may not go back. Meh.

Meh. I had high hopes for this place, but it did not deliver. My meatballs and pappardelle tasted like the sauce was out of a jar and the meatballs were cold. The order of truffle fries were good though so it made up for the entree. Service was a little slow even though the place wasn't busy at all, but our waiter was very friendly. The place has nice aesthetics and very easy on the eyes, but I don't think I'll be recommending this place anytime soon.

I brought my girlfriend here for a surprise birthday dinner because she always talks about how it is her favorite place. This is a fancy upscale, modern, natural aesthetic restaurant. The greenery and brightness inside is really appealing to the eye. The food is also freshly made and somewhat more of a farm to table style of freshness. The presentation of their food is nice too. The food was pretty good. I wasnt like in love with the food for the price but my girlfriend really enjoyed her steak :) service was great. You do feel like you're dining at a nicer restaurant, especially for being in Bellevue.

We've came to the Lakehouse for brunch a few times so this review for brunch is long overdue. Im not sure what the issue is with some of those negative reviews. I guess it is a bit or miss depending on your waiter/waitress. Our experience with waiter Blake was great. He was very energetic, engaging and generally seemed very happy which was very nice to see. We had the cheeseburger and the farm breakfast. They food was great, not fantastic but certainly meet our expectations for a brunch entry, and if decent portion. Though the price tag is also on the high end side but that's what you would expect coming to a place like the Lakehouse. They also add a mandatory 20% service charge on the bill so be mindful of that. Overall we've came here for brunch/dinner a few times over the last 5 years and find this to be a nice place. It is usually not too busy which is a bonus.

The Lakehouse was ok, but overall, mildly disappointing. If you are visiting Bellevue, skip it. It is located in the giant mall complex of the Bellevue shopping center. You can enter through one of the mall entrances or through the W. If you enter through the W, you'll get to see the colorful staircase with lots of painted details. When I was researching for excellent food spots, the Lakehouse came up so I was very excited to try it out and visit the location, but when I got there, I was disappointed by the location, the pictures on the internet gave a different impression than the actual place. I ordered the Anderson Ranch Lamb Gnocchi, excited to try local lamb, but when it came out, it was almost like a glob on a plate. I wouldn't recommend that, but I was going to try again here, I would go with the Fried Chicken, Truffles & Caviar. The restaurant was mostly empty, so even without a reservation, it would have been ok to pop in. The staff were very nice though, they were very attentive. The feeling when you leave a restaurant is so important, and when I left here, I felt ordinary. I was looking around looking at what other interesting things or snacks were around.

I'm absolutely surprised I haven't written a review for this place because I have been to lakehouse multiple times and loved it each time! This place is classy, chic, modern in decor, elegant and great food and service! Love the open concept and layout. Love how white and bright it is! And love how great all the hosts and servers are! Today was my first time there for brunch and the steak Benedict killed it! Definitely recommend this place!

Went here and had brunch with two friends. Agree with everyone who mentioned the ambiance 4/5. Food 3/5. One person ordered the brunch board. Another person ordered the vanilla French toast and I ordered the 2 poached eggs and bacon breakfast. I had just poached eggs the day before and wanted to see how their eggs looked. As a person who likes to cook, I wasn't impressed with their eggs. I think the French toast was the best of our dishes. Our waiter, although cordial, wasn't overly impressive. They do add a 20% gratuity to your tab. The person paying in our group didn't add any extra and our waiter came back to relay how they split it. He would be getting only 15% out of the 20% and he asked for extra for himself. We all thought the same. Wow...Gave a little extra, but for that reason alone the decision was, 'nope, not going back'.

Food: we got the fried maitake mushrooms and I really liked this dish. When you cut into it, it has the texture of fried chicken. The ginger aioli sauce is also really good. The combo goes well together, savory with a hint of sour. For my main I got the grilled Spanish iberico pork presa. It was my first time having this cut of pork, and trying pork cooked medium. I was surprised by how delicious it was. Very soft and tender. The Brussels sprouts and creamy grits all compliments each other so well. Definitely recommend this dish! Ambiance was decent - industrial but also vibe-y at the same time. Dim lights with bar as the focal point with some plant walls. Service was okay, nothing spectacular. I knock off 1 star because I wished the waiter would have reminded me that the pork is prepared medium or ask if that was okay.

Overpriced and so underwhelming, I got the wagu which the waiter recommended and it was cold and there was no seasoning on it. There was sauce and the sauce was good but it was not enough for the meal. The potatoes were so bland it hurt. In addition even though it was my birthday, they didn't offer any small dessert or anything which I find weird because most nicer restaurants I've been to do have. The interior is beautiful though.

Service good Food just basically so so I would go bad But not rushing Nice atmosphere You could bring your laptop and no one would bother you

I came here for brunch recently and was surprised by how good it was. My guest had the dungeness crab frittata, and I had the eggs benedict, which was served on crumpets with pancetta, a perfectly poached egg, and a very lemon forward hollandaise sauce, which is my favorite kind. We also tried the French toast which was good as well. Nice atmosphere too, so enjoy!

The food here was great! I was celebrating a friends birthday party and we stopped by here for dinner. The food was unique, had a good flavor profile. I ordered some italian dish which I really liked. The service was good, and I feel they were really on top of things. Positive experience all around

I really enjoyed having brunch here on a Saturday morning! Our server was genuine, attentive, and super quick. He even took photos for us afterwards. The churro french toast was delicious! I demolished the whole thing. It was had caramelized banana, a berry compote, a side of mexican hot chocolate to pour over. SO GOOD. Loved the interior - I definitely would come back for a special occasion.

3.5/5 stars We came here for breakfast on a weekday. Service was lacking, considering the prices on the menu. Ordered: 1) Fruits and Berries: 3.5/5 Beautiful presentation but pricey for what it was. 2) Everything Spiced Avocado Toast: 4/5 Delicious, would order again.

This is for thanksgiving takeout. The turkey is dry and not flavorful even with the gravy. The Brussels are ok but on the oily side. Pumpkin cake is huge and a little bit too sweet. Lasagna is not bad. The heating instructions are off and definitely need extra time to heat up

I've been a few times and the food has always been pretty solid and the service impeccable. The bright white farmhouse style with bougie accents creates a very pleasant environment to dine in. We got seated in a booth and the hubs immediately commented on how comfortable the seats were. The lakehouse features a seasonal menu so unfortunately if you had a great meal and wanted it again it may not be there next time. But it also means fresh eats so give or take there. They change their menu regularly so I was looking forward to their pasta dish but unfortunately they didn't have one of the ingredients for it! The server suggested clam linguine with coconut which he said was a better dish in his opinion. When I got the dish, I was surprised at how petite the portion was and how yellow it was! In the next booth they ordered sandwiches and their dishes looked big but maybe cuz my item was not on the menu they made it smaller? Upon first bites it was a bit different (curry coconut) but when the husband tried it he immediately said not for him. The server was very nice and kept checking in to make sure I liked it and since it was one of his favorites, I felt hesitant in sharing that it was just ok. Afterwards my stomach really took a turn. Not sure if it's the richness of the sauce or the curry not settling well, but I couldn't eat the rest of the day cuz my stomach felt bad. Overall it's one of my favorite fancy places to do lunch but don't get the clam linguine in curry coconut sauce.

We've been coming to the Lakehouse for years to commemorate special occasions from anniversaries to birthdays to graduations; with a great rewards program and Seattle Restaurant Week deals, you can generally snag a slightly better value than the high prices you'll see on the online menus, but we made a reservation on a Saturday night at 7:30pm without any sort of promotion. Tucked away in the Lincoln Square expansion, the restaurant lays behind a black-slatted windowpaned wall, with patio chairs positioned outside. The interior of the restaurant is stunning, with a modern, industrial-chic theme. Without any sort of windows to capture sunlight, bright lights accent the black-and-white colors of the space, with succulents and a living wall to highlight the sleek, minimalist vibe. Service is always stellar here, with friendly and outgoing waiters who are more than willing to make recommendations, as the menu is constantly being updated with seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. We started our meal with their Heirloom Carrots ($19) - the carrots themselves are tender and sweet, accented by a richly acidic curry coconut yogurt paired with herbs and spicy chilies, and the almonds on top add a nice textural contrast. These were delicious, although something in me cringes at paying almost $20 for a relatively small portion of carrots. Other standout appetizers include their Spanish Octopus ($28), which is tender with a nice bite, and has an outstanding flavor profile with bittersweet fermented apricots, earthy green garbanzo beans, and slightly sweet roasted red peppers, or their Shishito Peppers ($19), which are blistered and served with rich cornbread and a rich strawberry chèvre. For entrees, my mom and I ordered their pastas, which are meant to be a light meal or pairing with an entree. We weren't all that hungry, so I ordered their Paccheri ($23), which is similar to a ring of pappardelle, with a wide, thin cut, cooked to a perfect al dente. It is served in a creamy sauce with crispy, slightly sweet cherry-glazed duck bacon (a unique concept, though it didn't taste like duck, so I was a bit disappointed), gorgonzola (both rich and acidic), and a really nice pistachio crumble that adds a nice crunch to the dish. My mom got the Mafalda ($23), a ribbon-shaped pasta made out of seaweed flour, octopus ragu, chorizo, and castelvetrano olives. The seaweed flour, like the duck bacon, sounds unique on paper, but didn't really lend anything novel to the dish, and the octopus ragu didn't really taste like octopus. The chorizo added a nice rich savoriness to the pasta, and the olives fit in well with the Spanish-themed flavor profile. Neither of our pasta dishes were amazing, but they were a solid, cheaper option for entrees for lighter appetites. My brother ordered the Coffee Braised Short Rib ($58) with mesquite blackberry, cauliflower, and black garlic. The short rib was cooked perfectly with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture, and three decently-sized pieces, but the coffee flavor was lost on us. The cauliflower was also expertly cooked (reminding us of an old cauliflower dish they used to make that was one of our favorites - they need to bring their Roasted Cauliflower back!), with a good bite, and the blackberries added a tart sweetness to the dish, but we didn't really notice the black garlic either. With a steep price tag, this dish was good, but not incredibly generously portioned nor mind-blowing. Lastly, my dad ordered the Heritage Chicken ($48), which comes with roasted chicken breast, dark-meat sausage, truffle boudin blanc, whipped yukon potato, and shelling peas. The chicken breast was nothing special - moist but not incredibly well-seasoned or unique, and the truffle boudin blanc didn't convey the luxuriously umami flavor of truffle. The whipped potato was light but not very memorable. However, the sausage made with chicken thigh and leg was so perfectly juicy, and the peas weren't mushy at all, and rather, earthy and complex, especially when paired with the sharpness of the cilantro garnish. We usually don't pay so much for chicken dishes, but the sausage is truly unique, and not something we could easily replicate. The Lakehouse has a stunning array of desserts crafted by their in-house pastry chef, though we didn't opt for dessert that night. Pro tip: their huge, delicious slices of cake will give you the most bang for your buck! We can always rely on the Lakehouse for solidly reliable food (with some standout dishes), though a lot of their "unique" concepts aren't as novel as they sound off of the menu. They do automatically tack on a 20% service charge, so just be aware of that. Given the quality and friendliness of service, I think that's perfectly reasonable, but it may surprise some people. With a stunning venue, stellar service, and locally-sourced, tasty food, this is a great, pricier spot to celebrate a special occasion with friends and/or family!

Very nice restaurant in Bellevue mall. My favorite part is that they change their menu regularly for what's in season etc. All the food was delicious we had the fried cauliflower and the ginger tumeric sauce was to die for. I had the salmon tacos and tried the kimchi rice as well. Service was great and even met the owner who also owns civility unrest a speakeasy downstairs. Open fancy style restaurant, little pricey but for service and food it's worth it

Just returned from traveling abroad, and was hoping for a nice meal. I ordered the Bucatini, and my partner ordered the Risotto. I had to send the Bucatini back because it was cold when it arrived. What they finally brought me (20 minutes later - after my partner and my guests had just about finished their meals) was terrible. The pasta was glutinous, with no sauce, and the meatballs were dry and flavorless. The waiter was cheap with the wine pours. My partner's risotto was gelatinous and unpleasant. Overall, a place to avoid.

Went there for brunch. Everything was so bland. Hardly any seasoning or salt. Not worth the amount of money spent. Expensive menu but mediocre food.

We went to the Lakehouse for a team dinner. It was fabulous! The restaurant itself is gorgeous. Clean, simple yet elegant and the chairs are so comfortable! All the elements of a great night were inthe making: Great company - check Beautiful environment - check Excellent Atmosphere - check Outstanding Waitstaff - check Food - YUMMY! We all enjoyed out dinner. New favorite dessert =Pavlova

Such an amazing experience. We treated a group of 14 to the private Chef's table and could not have been more impressed. Our server was so incredibly knowledgeable regarding the menu and his suggestions were impeccable!! 10/10!!!