Came here for dinner before catching a show at the Oakland Arena. We did not have reservations. We were seated within 5 mins. It was 90s in heat so we requested to sit outside near the water. We order some drinks which was delicious. Our appetizers came in on time and they were delicious. We order the hummus and the pita bread was delicious. The pita was toasted and the pumpkin seeds. We also order some of the their bread. The bread was fresh and toasted. It was delicious and we ate it with the clam chowder. Our dishes came in and they were all enjoyed by all of us. The salmon dish was mines and it was super buttery and tasty! The service was standard. Overall food was great.

After strolling around Lake Chalet, we saw this restaurant and decided to have lunch here. Despite being Labor Day, it wasn't too packed and we got to pick the table we wanted as a walk-in. We shared these dishes: Mussels & Frites ($16.00) +Good portion of plump mussels +Fries were crispy, perfectly salted, and not greasy +The green aioli was so good! Local Petrale Sole Piccata ($28.00) +Sole had a light crispy batter +Asparagus was fresh and lightly charred +Mashed potatoes were smooth -There were capers present, but there wasn't a lot of Lemon Butter Sauce present. Grand Seafood Linguini Provençal ($36.00) +Plenty of seafood: There were calamari, clams, mussels, salmon, scallops, and shrimp. +Linguini was cooked al dente -This was very tart, and we wondered whether the lemon juice from the sole was accidentally added here... Guava Creme Brûlée ($9.00): We all agreed that this was one of the best creme brûlées we've ever had. +Crispy, caramelized sugar top +Creme brûlée tends to be on the heavier side, but the tropical flavors from the guava, mango, and passion fruit made it light and refreshing. Side notes: 1.) The green aioli from the mussel dish was a great pairing with the sole. 2.) Adding the leftover bacon and onions from the mussel dish onto the mashed potatoes from the sole dish transformed them to the next level! 3.) 4% Lake Chalet Surcharge is added to your bill. *Verdict: Now that I'm writing this review, I'm shocked that the rating is so low. Our server was so sweet and provided us with recommendations. In addition, that view was amazing! I want to come back for brunch as well as the creme brûlée and fries with green aioli!

Went here to attend our company's and our partners' Appreciation Dinner Gathering Before going to this place, I wondered if it's owned by the same owner of Beach Chalet in Ocean Beach in the city. So, the moment I arrived at this restaurant, I immediately asked one of the staff to confirm the relation of Lake Chalet and Beach Chalet, and the staff confirmed that these two are owned by the same company and that made ne happy. Great location with a view, amazing, hospitable and joyful staff. Food was amazing toi. Will definitely come back here

The draw of this place is the scenery. The Lake Chalet sits on an absolutely stunning piece of real estate. It was built over stilts on the water of Lake Merritt. It has panoramic views of the lake. Parking in this area is dicey. It can be hard to find a space, and - even if you do - your car is at risk being broken into. During service hours the restaurant has valet parking, and you should consider using it. The Lake Chalet is able to accommodate large groups if you call ahead. We went here on a work dinner with 15 people and they handled us with no problem whatsoever. Behind the restaurant is a pier that extends about 100 feet onto the lake. On sunny days they seat out there. Love coming here for brunch and sitting in the sun on the pier.

The outdoor seating absolutely makes the entire experience. I love the outdoor seating - you're seated basically on the dock with a view of the water and it's always a great place to sit. The service was decent, nothing too crazy. We ordered the half chicken and the boathouse burger - found them both to be well cooked, fresh, and filled with lots of flavor!

In the days of old, when I was young, handsome, and slim, I used to glide like a gazelle 2 miles around Lake Merritt, swiftly passing by the historic Boat House which now houses the Lake Chalet Seafood Bar and Grill. After parking the car near Lake Chalet, I was complaining about the short walk to the entrance. The restoration of the Boat House was beyond measure, making a perfect setting for me and my cousin as we sat on the deck, enjoying the Lake and views. Lake Chalet has a great Happy Hour menu that satisfied our lite afternoon snack needs. Whilst taking in the views and listening to the music, we thoroughly enjoyed our snacks of Prime Rib Sliders, Truffle Fries, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Blackened Fish Tacos, and Prickly Pear Margaritas, for digestive purposes. I most definitely will return to Lake Chalet as it was a perfect spot to hang and chill.

Great place for a date night :) Items ordered: - Crab + Brie Stuffed Salmon - Grand Seafood Linguini Provencal - Four Cheese Truffle Mac - Sauvignon Blanc (NZ) - Lavender Lemon Drop The salmon was so buttery, & the brie melted in my mouth. The linguini was stacked with sooo much seafood, and the chardonnay based sauce was delicious. I'm not a big truffle fan, but the four cheese was so die for! It balanced out the flavor of the truffle perfectly. Location is great! Beautiful views of Lake Merritt, and available parking around the water. Our server was amazing! She gave great recommendations for entrees and drinks.