Lighthouse Restaurant

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4 years ago

This place has a great setting on Cedar Lake, directly in the water. Outside, is a well landscaped area with a few tables and a glass gazebo with wonderful lake views. There is a fir pit and some lounge type seating as well. The service is great and the decor is warm and "beachy". Unfortunately our dinner was about average. The lobster bisque had too much cream that seemed to flatten the taste and make it almost too rich to eat. The crab cakes were a bit over processed for me and left them lacking much texture. The scallops were pretty good and cooked well. However, most of the dishes were too laden with butter and/or garlic that overwhelmed the taste. I'll give them another try as they have a pretty good menu. read more

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Marc D.

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3 years ago

Our server, was attentive to our needs. She made our stay enjoyable. The cook made our meal presentation desirable. I will return based on our dining experience and well preparedness of our food entrées! read more

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Peggy S.

2 years ago

Olivia was the best server. Polite and attentive. Will be back and will ask for Olivia to serve us.

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Karen K.

2 years ago

We had an absolutely lovely birthday dinner at the lighthouse restaurant! We were able to sit out on the patio right there on the lake and it was just a beautiful sunset and a wonderful evening. The food was delicious in the atmosphere was incredible. I'd go back in a heartbeat! read more

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Bridget D.

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3 years ago

Great service and experience. We haven't been here for a few years and it truly was a perfect dining experience. Kelly, our server, made us feel like family. Definitely recommend. The lobster bisque was exquisite. read more

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Ali B.

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5 years ago

Unfortunately, the Lighthouse is not as great as I remember it being in past visits. I was here the other night with my family and the menu seemed a lot different. I ordered the burger that is on the menu and the quality was poorer than when I ordered a burger here back in December (not a seafood person so my options were limited). I also asked to not have the secret sauce put on and ended up having to send the burger back because it had the sauce on it. The burger was nothing spectacular which was disappointing because the one I had here back in December was wonderful considering this isn't a burger joint by any means. However, the desert was great. At my table, we shared the chocolate cake and the butter pie and both were fantastic. Our server was very accommodating, especially with a super picky elderly woman in our group. Wish I could remember his name. While most everyone at my table enjoyed their meal, I can't say that I personally will be back any time soon. read more

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Nick W.

Hello Ali, thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to see that…

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Marietta F.

3 years ago

The lettuce on the steak salad was old. The meat WS as perfect. Ambiance was good while sitting outside.

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Carrie B.

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5 years ago

All around wonderful. Couldn't have asked for a better experience! The staff was a little slow so they gave us a complimentary appetizer. So good. Our waiter was phenomenal and the food was outstanding - except for the fish tacos (pretty ew) but we also tried the burgers and pasta - highly recommend. Go outside for the sunset, you won't regret it! read more

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Gloria M.

3 years ago

The food is only so-so and way over-priced. We asked for seating overlooking the water but we were told there was none available (even though the area was completely empty). But because no one had been scheduled to work that area! read more

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Chandi M.

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What a great find, our party was craving surf and turf and this place had it all. If you make a reservation online you get seated inside but outside is first come first serve and on a beautiful day it's perfect. We sat outside about 30 feet from the water and it was one of the most relaxing enjoyable meals we had in awhile. The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu items and drinks. Everything we ordered tuna tartare, filet, lobster tails, lobster bisque, asparagus, crab dip and crab cake was cooked to perfection, but we did also order the tomahawk steak (one of the most expensive menu items) and it actually lacked flavor and kind of disappointed us, but it was cooked to perfection med/rare. Overall it was a great night with great food and a little live music and the beautiful afternoon air. Definitely will be back if ever in the area again. read more

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Keith R.

Elite 22

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5 years ago

The Lighthouse has recently changed ownership and it appears to be for the better. The food has always been good and it still is. The service used to be the issue and had been for years. They've raised their game with service for sure. Our server's name was Ryan and he was top notch! Attentive and accurate, quick to get us what we needed. The lobster bisque and fantastic! It had a ton of buttery flavor and was smooth as liquid silk! It could have used some more actual lobster, but no matter how much you give me, I'll want more! I enjoyed the very large Belly-On Pork Chop. It was way more than I can eat. Super tender and very flavorful. It came with brussels sprouts, sweet potato, sous vide bacon, brown butter vinaigrette. I can't wait to eat my leftovers! It was so nice to dine in a restaurant that was at 100% capacity. It was bustling and full of energy and it felt like old times! read more

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Kim C.

3 years ago

Great ambiance, love the food!!! It's a lo brainer for good food on Cedar Lakes Indiana read more

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Carol H.

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5 years ago

Wow! This place was great. We made a reservation and grabbed a drink at the bar when we arrived. The bar staff was amazingly helpful in choosing a wine. We were seated within 5 mins of our reservation. Our waitress was super friendly and helpful in choosing food items and drinks. Our dinner was delicious. The atmosphere was cozy and had a great view of the lake. We didn't feel rushed at all considering how busy it was. We will definitely be back! read more

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Connie W.

3 years ago

I had my daughters bridal shower at The Lighthouse Restaurant recently. Dana Hernandez, Director of private dining sales planned our event. The day of we came 2 hours before to set up. The staff headed by Renee were spot on with any help needed constantly during the shower. Our brunch was outstanding, tasty and served hot. Mimosas were great! Clean up was a breeze. Waitress crew packed up extra food to bring home. Our view of the lake was the perfect backdrop for pictures. Thanks to all who worked that day, it all was worth it! My daughter and guests were very pleased with service and food. I highly recommend this venue Dana Hernandez was easy to work with. Connie read more

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Karen C.

6 years ago

Stopped in for a quick bite last night and I was really turned off by the cleanliness of the place. Our meal was served on top of the bar, basically over a foot hold from the boat top bar. I would suspect it wasn't cleaned in quite sometime. Asked to speak to the manager and they never bothered to come by.... it's bad enough that the problem was there in the first place, disappointing that they didn't seem to care. Oddly enough, the second we got up they sat another couple at the same place. The food isn't that good people! read more

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Pauline B.

3 years ago

Excellent food beautiful place Our server Lauren K was over the top outstanding.From start to finish explained drink specials. Recommended dinner entrees. Couldn't of been any nicer didn't rush us Very sweet,efficient just great service Made our dinner very special Sat by window overlooking the water-magical. Can't wait to return Pauline read more

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Heidi G.

3 years ago

Wow - beautiful setting, great service and delicious food and drinks. My boyfriend and I's new favorite restaurant. I've never had a dessert that literally made me smile and laugh because it was so unbelievably good (the warm butter pie). read more

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Sue A.

2 years ago

Fabulous food and atmosphere! Comes with a big price though. But worth it in special occasions

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Stevie M.

3 years ago

This restaurant has a beautiful view with great service. The only thing I dislike is they have two menus (one for indoor and one for the patio). I love sitting out on the patio, but prefer the indoor menu. read more

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Lorien J.

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5 years ago

We had Ladies night and Jillian was amazing. She said she was new, but she did a great job. The drinks and food were amazing. Especially the bacon slab on the wedge salad. 10/10 would recommend. Everyone was so kind and very accommodating. We definitely will be back. read more

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M A.

2 years ago

Visiting the area and my family brought me here. Idyllic location, fabulous food and cocktails. The staff were friendly and gracious.

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Bobbie K.

4 years ago

Food is great! Service is great! Bar staff needs some work in kindness, but they at least look the part ‍ View is wonderful. This is our go to. Wait is never too outrageous. If it is, sit at the bar read more

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Cameron J.

2 years ago

Great food, better service. Highly recommended and we'll go again! Wife and I really enjoyed it

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Dimitri O.

169

4 years ago

Great place for date night. Food was amazing!! Service was great as well. Silly to have a word limit on reviews.... Don't you think?

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Sean T.

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12 years ago

Always impressed.. My wife and i had two anniversaries here not to mention several random nice dates Wet love it... Everything we order is great. Unless you head to Chicago this takes the cake I. Any restaurant or there. Prices expect to spend money.... But you get what you pay for read more

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Sandy W.

4 years ago

Very hit or miss. Great pecan crusted fish if they don't saturated that particular night. It's usually a 50-50 shot on that one.

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Meghan O.

2 years ago

Food is delicious, the dining room is clean with nice views of the lake! They have a great menu and we had excellent recommendations from our waiter! We love it here! read more

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Tim W.

3 years ago

I don't know what you guys did, but you all went down hill. Better figure out something soon or get a good investor cuz the cheap party atmosphere ain't going to last long. You got a great location, but the atmosphere needs too change. Get some professional cooks and bartenders read more

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Sarah D.

3 years ago

Delish food and atmosphere. We had the crab dip and I had the wedge salad and it is the best I've ever had. We sat at the bar and that was really nice. read more

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Jessica G.

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8 years ago

We were on our way home (Grand Rapids, MI) from West Lafayette, Indiana and wanted somewhere nice to go for dinner but that was outside of Lafayette...there isn't much in between but we took to Yelp to help us out! A little bit out of the way but definitely worth the trip! We got an appetizer of shrimp cocktail and they were very large and tasty; the cocktail sauce had extra horseradish in it - just how I like it! I had the perch with a baked potato - the portion was decent and it came with homemade coleslaw (I don't care for coleslaw so I didn't eat it). My fiancé had the filet with Parmesan on top and really enjoyed it. He was supposed to get mashed potatoes but they had run out and forgot to place them on his plate first so they offered to give us free dessert but we were just too full. The view is stunning! Right on the lake - who could ask for more? read more

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Clay G.

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8 years ago

This is my parents favorite place to go for a nice dinner. Located right on the lake, it lends itself to some beautiful sunset dinners. The food here is pretty good but not out of the ordinary. They have your standard steaks, seafood, and chicken. They also host parties and events. read more

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Toni G.

4 years ago

The best experience eating in a restaurant in a very long time. Food and servers were so amazing. We will definitely be going back. A bit pricey but well worth it. read more

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Christy R.

3 years ago

One of my favorite places to go out and relax. Food is amazing and the ambiance is great. A must try!

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Carmella C.

4 years ago

We celebrated my dad's 70th birthday this past August at this place. I was pleasantly surprised; the staff was great. I had some thoughts when my family announced where this place was. I expected eye rolls and on purpose bad service. I have never been so glad to be wrong! The waitress was great. I loved the view! It was not as expensive as i thought it would be $80 was not bad. read more

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7501 Constitution Ave
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
Directions
(219) 374-9283
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http://cedarlakelighthouse.com/

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Hours

What time does Lighthouse Restaurant open?

Lighthouse Restaurant opens at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Lighthouse Restaurant opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Lighthouse Restaurant close?

Lighthouse Restaurant closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Lighthouse Restaurant closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Lighthouse Restaurant closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 4:00 PM - 9:00 PMFri 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat 12:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Lighthouse Restaurant take credit cards?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Lighthouse Restaurant have catering options?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant does have catering options.

Does Lighthouse Restaurant have a drive thru?

No, Lighthouse Restaurant does not have a drive thru.

Does Lighthouse Restaurant have a happy hour?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant has a happy hour.

Does Lighthouse Restaurant serve alcohol?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Lighthouse Restaurant allow dogs?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant allows dogs.

Does Lighthouse Restaurant have TVs?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Lighthouse Restaurant have bike parking?

No, Lighthouse Restaurant does not have bike parking.

Does Lighthouse Restaurant have outdoor seating?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant has outdoor seating options.

Does Lighthouse Restaurant have parking?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Lighthouse Restaurant wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Does Lighthouse Restaurant allow outdoor smoking?

No, Lighthouse Restaurant does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does Lighthouse Restaurant have free WiFi?

Yes, Lighthouse Restaurant has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Lighthouse Restaurant in Cedar Lake, IN offers an exceptional fine dining experience specializing in premium steaks and fresh seafood with stunning waterfront views. With 15 years of culinary excellence, we serve prime rib, filet mignon, fresh catch of the day, and lobster tail in an elegant atmosphere. Our luxury hospitality services include personalized event planning, custom catering solutions, and exclusive venue services for weddings and corporate events. Enjoy private dining experiences, signature cocktails, and our renowned Wine Wednesdays. We accept all major credit cards and offer dine-in, takeout, and reservations.

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Special Hours

Ask the Community - Lighthouse Restaurant

Is The Lighthouse still serving Brunch on Sundays?

No. Lighthouse now opens at 11am on Sundays and features a couple of lunch menu items that are not on the regular dinner menu.

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Does anyone know who the GM of the business is?

Shane Keeton.

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Has anyone ever heard of gratuity being charged on an upgraded chair for an event? I'm actually speaking of a venue that does weddings?

Yes. Second City charges a premium price for "RAIL SEATS" which have an un-obstructed view of the show. Not unusual at all.

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3.8(73 reviews)

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Some of the best sushi in Northwest Indiana that I've ever had the service is absolutely…read moreimpeccable! Over the past few years, I have tried every specialty roll, as well as the nigiri and everything is exceptional down to the drinks, and view of the square If you enjoy sushi, you're missing out by not coming here

We are a family of three. Two of us love sushi and my husband doesn't. Our daughter and I really…read moreenjoy the sushi here. It's our go to place. However, on a night when we want to go out as a family we are out of luck. Tried to come out tonight as a family and was hoping my husband could order something from Prime Steakhouse downstairs. They do not allow that. No do they serve sushi on the patio. So instead of having dinner as a family my husband went down by himself to the bar to have dinner while we had dinner upstairs. I know there are other places we could go for sushi and cooked food but we like the food at these restaurants. So disappointed that they won't accommodate in any way.

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Dragon Roll

Koi Asian Bistro

4.8(13 reviews)

I can't speak to the inside of the place as I ordered the sushi to go but when I got there my order…read morewas ready right away and the cashier/chef was nice with my brief interaction. In regards to the sushi I got the Super Crunchy Roll which is assorted fish, cream cheese, cucumber avocado, tobiko & scallion topped w. eel sauce & spicy mayo (Deep Fried). It was hot when I got there so I know it was fresh. I enjoyed the spicy mayo on there but the roll was on the creamier side due to there being a decent amount of cream cheese. But overall a good option.

Nice enough restaurant serving pan-Asian cuisine, with dishes ranging from sushi to Singapore…read morenoodles, ramen to General Tso's chicken, and anything in between. I started with a gyoza appetizer, and they were pretty good; nice skin with a little crisp from the frying pan, but still chewy and had a good pork-based filling. My meal came with a salad, and this thing was DRENCHED in a sort of ginger sauce that was very mayo-forward. Maybe it was catering to local tastes, but the sheer volume and the fact that it was so heavy compared to other Asian dressings I've had both made the salad inedible. Finally, I got a Singapore Noodles entree. Massive portion and a medley of meat in the dish, but some of the meat chunks looked and tasted very bland, almost like mystery meat. And the noodles were okay, but quite a bit oily from the pan fry. Overall a decent experience, not like you have a wealth of options in this area. I'd say stick to Americanized staples if you aren't feeling adventurous.

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Roger L.

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17 years ago

we gave the Light house a third chance and we were glad we did the service was very good and the hostess and front end staff were wonderful, no wait for our table at 5:30 on Fathers day great job! Food was great, only one item could better, when you make a crock of baked French onion soup you cover the entire to of the soup with cheese, that is why most people order it for the crouton and the cheese. other than that it was great, we ended the night on the lake watching the sunset and walking on the pier. a airplane was taking off and landing on the lake giving us all a show but the sunset was the real attraction. Fix the soups and pay a little more attention to cleaning the table as the guest eat and I will give you 5 stars plus. I order the stuffed shrimp with crab special and it was terrific. we ordered three appetizers, onion scoops, calamari and the flat bread pizza and they were also great. the new full service outdoor dining with the fireplace built in the tables looks great, we are going to try that next time. Thanks Lighthouse great job My daughter and her husband went to the lighthouse Friday 8/14/09 made reservations for 8:30. Got to the restaurant at 8:10 and checked in. noticed that the host was engaged in a slight argument about not seating a group, they were complaining because their name was crossed off the list and were never called to be seated. My daughter and her husband ordered drinks and went outside to wait, and wait, and wait. After 40 minutes my son-in-law inquired and was told that it would be "a few minutes." after another 35 minutes he inquired again and was told that he and his name was crossed off the list and he was already seated...WHAT....no...........no....! Finally were seated after over an hour wait and given a free appetizer. I called the restaurant for my kids because I recommended the place. I talked to a very professional young lady who informed me that they were aware of the problems and it had happened a couple of times that night. they said a manger would call on Saturday 8/15/09.....no call! I called back today and spoke to the same very professional girl who was shocked that the general manager did not call my daughter. She said that he will call today and she will call me back to tell me what he said and why he did not call. The girl that I spoke to on the phone twice is a true restaurant professional and has a great personality. I will update this review after the phone call... Oh by the way, my kids told me the food was good, not great just good........ If the manager calls we will try again with a larger group for my birthday....watch for an update. HERE IS THE UPDATE! 8/23/09-------went for my birthday, big mistake, once again the staff is very rude........they got their noses in the air because they have the business for now.......not for long. Manager called my daughter and told her they would comp. the appetizers if we came back for my birthday, so she made reservations for 9 people for today, 8/23. She was told in no uncertain terns that 3:00 was the only time that they take groups, (ours was 9) they will not take any large group after that. wait till business dies off on the winter they will beg to have groups any time. we arrived and were seated promptly, we were seated at two tables next to each other ( less than 12 inches away) one side was a long booth the other side was chairs. I immediately slid the tables together to have one long table and so we can converse, (it is very loud in there). then the waiter came to the table and said "you are not allowed to put the tables together, it is a danger to our staff and it makes it hard to service the table, as he was telling us that he started pulling the table apart. I said you got to be kidding me, whose rule is that? he sent a manager over to see me and see explained sarcastically that we violated a Lighthouse rule and the tables must stay apart, wow I was so embarrassed after she informed me of the violation. That alone will stop me from ever eating again at the Lighthouse. but the food is also a problem....French onion soup that is terrible, a floating piece of old bread with cheese on top...it did not even resemble Baked French onion soup, salads with old yellow lettuce and warm dressing mixed into the salad before it comes to the table....we thought it was someones garbage that they did not eat. appetizers were a joke, the onion scoops were oil soaked and contained the outer peels and the calamari was rubber and loaded with oil. Steaks were good, but not done to the correct ordered temps, pork chop was good but not worth the attitude of the staff............I would not recommend the Lighthouse to anyone, I hope a better place opens that knows how to treat customers read more

AR P.

10 years ago

Quick review: Great food, excellent service. Detailed review: I had never been to Lighthouse, but it was recommended to me by some locals to host a surprise anniversary party. I took their word and started setting up the party for 60 guests with Candice at Lighthouse. She was extremely helpful (and patient) especially with someone like me who doesn't set up these functions too often. I made numerous changes over the 2-3 weeks before the party date and she handled all my requests quickly and considerately. She responds faster to email than anyone I can recall. I got to one of the 2nd floor reception rooms just before the party began, and the layout and decor were just perfect - no customizing required. The view of the lake area was very nice, and that was in January. I hear it is gorgeous in Summer. Candice was not working the day of our party, but Kevin was there to manage the private parties. Honestly, I couldn't imagine a more accommodating host than Kevin and the rest of the crew that day. I botched some technical details regarding the slide show for the room (HDTV and projector) and Kevin put in the extra time to help me get our slide show on screen anyway. There was a wireless microphone provided for speeches as well, and we had none of the usual issues with unfamiliar sound systems. The mic worked well and the rest of the audio was set up just right - everyone could hear perfectly. We had some other unforeseen issues as well, but Kevin and the other staff handled everything calmly, quickly and with class (unfortunately I didn't get anyone else's name). I received a number of compliments from guests just about the service. Very impressive! And most importantly, the honorees really enjoyed themselves. We opted to give our guests 3 choices for a plated luncheon, and again, I got quite a few compliments from the guests. I personally had the chicken piccata which was delicious. As per Candice's suggestion, we went with an open bar option instead of the per-person package. Since this was an afternoon affair, she correctly advised that most folks either wouldn't be drinking or would have a small number of drinks. While money was not our top priority, it sure was nice to save as much as we did on drinks, and come in under budget. The draught beer selection seemed to be limited to a couple standards, but I don't know what bottles were available in the bar downstairs. I didn't hear any negative comments from guests about the selection though. The building itself has lots of wood and an overall nautical theme which is just clever enough without being kitschy. I can't comment about the restaurant food and service as we were in the upstairs private rooms, but if our experience was at all indicative of the regular restaurant service then I imagine dining at the Lighthouse restaurant must be quite enjoyable. As I mentioned, our final bill was quite reasonable even with the requisite 20% service charge, which they certainly earned plus an extra tip. Since I live on the north side of Chicago, I don't know when the next time I will be Cedar Lake, but if I have the opportunity I will certainly return to the Lighthouse Restaurant for dinner. read more

Dimitri K.

13 years ago

A mostly seafood with steaks restaurant on the southeast shore of Cedar Lake in Lake County Indiana. White tablecloths with a Ralph Lauren-like nautical decor. There is a spacious bar area for you to wait for your table, which we did, for 10 minutes on a Saturday night with 7:00 reservations. You need reservations here. We had crab cakes for an appetizer, which were the best I've had outside the state of Maryland. I had the Lake Perch. My wife had fresh Chilean Sea Bass. Our offspring had the small Filet Mignon 8 oz. & Jumbo Fried Shrimp, respectively. All seafood was fresh in taste & consistency, and my boy ruined his steak with ketchup, but ate it all fast. The service was quick. They were knowledge able and helpful with the kids, letting them walk out on the pier while me & my love ate our salads. During our stay, they did not rush us along even though it was very busy. The cost was reasonable at $160 for a family of 4. We don't really drink much of the alcoholic beverages, where restaurants make their killing. So, anyway, dress nicely but no jacket required. If you want a table on the glass you may have to wait awhile. There's no outdoor dining because of the problems that adverse weather would cause. We dine here a few times a year, it is an outstanding seafood restaurant. Highly recommend. read more

Romeo S.

9 months ago

I stopped by The Lighthouse Restaurant in Cedar Lake, Indiana, and honestly, this place delivered exactly what I was hoping for and more. The atmosphere is beautiful -- right on the water, relaxed but still classy enough that you feel like you're somewhere special. The service was solid from the moment we walked in. Everyone was friendly, fast, and actually paid attention, which is rare these days. Now the food... that steak was on point. Cooked perfectly, seasoned just right, juicy, tender -- everything you want when you're paying for a good dinner. You can tell they know what they're doing in the kitchen. The sides, the presentation, the whole plate just came together clean. It's the type of place you bring your family, your girl, or even business clients and feel confident they're going to enjoy it. The view over the lake makes the entire experience even better -- especially if you go around sunset. It adds a whole vibe that makes the night feel a little more special. Overall, I highly recommend The Lighthouse Restaurant. Great food, great location, great atmosphere. Definitely one of Cedar Lake's gems, and I'll be back for sure. read more

Rachel P.

8 years ago

This rating is not directed towards the food or quality of this restaurant. It is more so directed towards the employees and management of the kitchen. The employees here are not respected and are very much unappreciated. I wouldnt reccomend anyone to work in the back of the house of this facility. No matter how much work and dedication you put into this company you will not be granted the pay you truly deserve. The head chef Ken Mcrae is seldomly present, he doesn't take the time to build up and encourage his staff; when he is there it is only to criticize and point out flaws in your work. Recently one of the sous chefs had resigned and her position became open and instead of giving this title to someone who is deserving and qualified for it Ken deemed it wise to hire in Trey Matson for this position whom which mind you is a former employee who was fired years prior for sexual harassment. The lighthouse kitchen staff deserves better treatment and more recognition and last but not least a head chef that values the cooks who help make this steakhouse the 5 star restaurant it is. read more

Jackie H.

9 years ago

I highly recommend this restaurant if you appreciate a delicious meal and friendly service in a unique setting. The views of the lake at sunset were just beautiful. The hostesses upon arrival were friendly, Shane the GM was accommodating and made himself visible and available throughout our dinner. Nina was our server and she was not only friendly, but seemed to genuinely care about our experience. We have dined here before but tried some different dishes this time. The appetizer crab dip was delicious as were our main meals of perch and steak medallions. The vegetables and sides had great flavors and everything was cooked to perfection which is appreciated on a busy Friday night. Although it was hard to narrow down a dessert, the warm cookie with Fair Oaks Farm ice cream was wonderful. We can't wait to go back! read more

Joshua P.

9 years ago

I had the pleasure of eating dinner at Lighthouse Restaurant last night. It was a great experience for several reasons. To begin, the service was great. Our server was friendly and always checking on us. The general manager also had a presence on the dining floor, he introduced himself and made sure our experience was exceptional. In addition to the service, the quality of the food was outstanding. The appetizers were outstanding, especially the crab cakes. My steak was delicious and prepared properly. The atmosphere was great. It's a busy restaurant but it didn't have that chaotic feeling. The view of the lake was gorgeous. The real bonus about Lighthouse is that it is a high quality restaurant located in Cedar Lake. I will definitely eat at Lighthouse again and I would recommend it to anyone. read more

Morgan N.

2 years ago

i visited the lighthouse yesterday to celebrate my partner and i's anniversary and it was just fantastic. great customer service from the start, everyone was extremely friendly and you were spoken to with respect. we shared the calamari which was pleasant, following with the half rack of ribs and a sirloin. everything was cooked to perfection. i do recommend getting the Cesar salad as it was so divine. the french fries were amazing and my husband loved the french onion soup. our drinks never went empty and we were checked on numerous times. the ambiance of the restaurant was very cozy with perfect lighting and a great view. we even had a kind hostess take pictures for us. i don't normally write reviews but i had such a good experience i had to share ! read more

Bud F.

13 years ago

Wow! Great views...great atmosphere. Reservations were easy...but definitely need to call ahead on Saturdays. Wish you could reserve a table "with a view"...but that apparently is not an option when you put in reservations. Would suggest you honor that request if its asked for...and be able to honor "first available" for all others. Really not a bad seat in the place...but the views are beautiful. The outside tables are awesome...as we were just there this past weekend. And the Bar that is made out of the vintage boat is impressive! Food is great, Service is good. Great addition to NW Indiana for sure....food, service and views make it seem like the North side of Chicago. We'll definitely be back. read more

Alyssa G.

1 year ago

I've been to this restaurant multiple times, and one of the main reasons I keep coming back is Kelli. She is an absolutely fantastic server who goes above and beyond every single time. From the moment you are seated, she makes you feel genuinely welcome. She always greets us with a warm smile and attentive energy that sets the tone for a great meal. Kelli is incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, quick with helpful recommendations, and always ensures everything is perfect--from the timing of the courses to checking in at just the right moments. You can tell she truly cares about the guest experience and takes pride in what she does. read more

Sally J.

13 years ago

I've been to this place three or four times. I recommend the Sea Bass...delicious! the service was Ok but not great, I saw a few of the bus boys goofing off and sitting at a table while they cleaned the plates off...just looked like they were being lazy when people were waiting on that table. The food is really good but a little expensive and the wait time to get seated was kinda long. definitely recommend getting reservations ...there is a few things not great about this place but the location and food make up for the bad things....I will return and do recommend eating here to friends read more

Peggy R.

8 years ago

My son and his family took me here for my birthday. I had never been here before but always heard great things. I ordered the Chicken St. Jacques, and my family ordered the Chilean Sea Bass, Salmon, Chicken Alfredo, and two of the kid's dishes. We also ordered appetizers (Spinach and Artichoke Dip and Brochette). We sampled each other's dishes and everything was delicious. I found the wait staff to be friendly and attentive. The service was excellent and the food was wonderful. I will return! Oh, and on Wednesdays, there are many wines at 1/2 price! read more

Christine F.

157

9 years ago

I came to the lighthouse with my great aunt who is 87 and she ordered the filet and I ordered the lobster. Each meal was fantastic but what the best part of the meal was our server Donnell. He was so knowledgeable about the menu and was very polite. Due to the fact that my aunt is older she's a little slow and Donnell was very patient with her to make her feel comfortable and at ease. Our meal was paced perfectly. I have not one complaint about this meal or the service, everything was wonderful. I would highly recommend asking for Donnell as your server! :) read more

Jeannine C.

1 year ago

We had such a wonderful 33rd wedding anniversary dinner. We were seated by a window over looking the lake. A beautiful view.The food and the drinks were incredible. The waitress was very pleasant and attentive to all our needs. The view of the lake, from our table, was breathtaking. We ordered Boneless Ribeye w/ onions and garlic mashed potatoes.The steak was so delicious it melted in your mouth. Everything was perfect. Thank you for the service. Our server was Kelli she was fantastic. Please ask for her when you make your reservations. read more

Cheryl R.

12 years ago

Lighthouse used to be my favorite restaurant. ..I would go at least once a month with friends and always had family parties there. The last few times I have been there. ..the food had been mediocre at best. The lobster bisque was awful. ..we sent it back! The service was terrible. ...the appetizers. ..salad...and entrée arrived together ..and the server was rude when we asked her to hold them. You still cannot beat the atmosphere outside in the summer. ...but I'm looking for a new place to go :( read more

Adam J.

1 year ago

Absolutely my new favorite restaurant in the Chicagoland area. It was our first visit - have always heard great things, but this surpassed expectations. Beautiful setting. Delicious food! Exceptional service from start to finish. Jonathan, our server, went above and beyond to make it the perfect celebration of our 20th anniversary. From the lady who greeted us at the door, to management, to even the people busing tables - we were impressed - and spoiled. Thanks for a great experience. read more

Wendy G.

9 years ago

We went there Friday the 18th of August it was very busy with a wedding and they seemed to have everything under control. The food was excellent , the manager came to our table and asked if everything was ok and he was so professional, the server we had was named Karen she was amazing she was on top of everything, she refilled our drinks when they were low, I cant say enough good things about the place, I cannot wait to go again I love the view too. read more

J G.

3 months ago

Karen IS The Lighthouse. Her LIGHT and presence can not be matched. It is no wonder she has been there 16 years. One feels completely at home the minute she takes the lead. Her heart is as big as Cedar Lake. Our first visit all the way from Naperville, Illinois was made complete. The food was top notch and seafood cooked PERFECTLY. Not an easy task. The lakeside views from each table or outside seating is perfection. Thank you! read more

robert h.

17 years ago

so sad, so bad.....rude and arogant staff and servers, management very rude. Food ranges from very bad to just good. Soups are bland and tasteless, salads and dressings are warm and taste old. strange rules I sat near a table that was embarassed by the waiter and manager when he was chastized for moving a table. Very poor taste. Many people will eat once and never return........then they will be searching for customers. read more

Nicole L.

1 year ago

Recently moved to Cedar Lake Indiana, so I search restaurants near me and I found this one when here for a few cocktails and a steak dinner me and my husband for our anniversary. The food was decent, but the service was terrible. We was treated so badly that I wanted to run for my life. I was so afraid that the waiter was gonna spit in my food. I don't know if it was just the color of my skin or he was just having a bad day. read more

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Had a wonderful experience. Went out for a few drinks with my daughter!! bartender was helpful and…read morekind

Food Outstanding! Ambiance was beautiful. Really attractive…read morelooking place. Service was not so good. The female bartender was great. After serving me a drink already, my father in law walked in and while the bartender was busy in the back I asked the manager if he could get me another drink. The manager made me go get my father in law before serving it. Didn't look at his ID because he was obviously older than me, who already was drinking my beer. Then the male waitor was quite rude and wouldn't allow me to order my second drink until I finished my first. So I immediately pouded it right in front of him. He took so long to get me my second drink, that I could have just casually drank it instead. I've never been told that I can't order a second drink while enjoying my first one. The waitor really negatively impacted my experience and their rules for alcoholic beverages are horrid. I will try my hardest to never go there again. Food was super tasty though.

Teibel's Family Restaurant

3.2

(221 reviews)