This was the best meal I had during my visit to Calgary and Banff during this trip. We came here on a rainy Sunday evening for our final meal before everyone flew out the next day. Our waiter Danica was great. She was patient and answered any and all requests that we had. The restaurant was busy but it honestly didn't seem loud. I think everyone was in their silo and it was nice. The view of the lake was great as well and even lasted the full dinner because it doesn't get dark in this area until almost midnight. My entree was the pan seared chicken breast. It consisted of Ricotta Dumplings, Vignarola Fricassee, Wild Mushrooms, Chorizo Chips, Basil Pistou, and Chianti Reduction. Every piece of food on this plate needed to be there to make this dish as delicious as it was. Every single bite was delicious and pleasurable. The ricotta dumplings were so tasty and soft to the slice of the knife. It was excellent. I loved it! read more

The Lake House - Pan seared chicken breast - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Great place for a patio lunch on the weekend overlooking the lake. Upscale rustic evenings with a lovely variety for all tastes.

My husband and I stopped there for oysters and drinks. Our server was incredible he was so funny and so on top on things. We sat on their gorgeous patio WOW being on the water was amazing. It started to rain but it was covered over us and so warm out and relaxing The oysters were great and the in house sauce was killer. Their menu looked so good definitely have to go back for dinner next time we are in Calgary!! Stunning view :) read more

One of the few restaurants overlooking a water body in Calgary - and the food is fabulous! When I was small, my dad used to be gifted from his company to go to a fancy restaurant ad this was our family's go-to place. Now that I'm an adult, I've had a few good reasons to celebrate and this is always the place I pick for beautiful food, excellent service and just fantastic ambiance. Best place to eat in Calgary! read more

Food was amazing! Our server was Darcy and he made the experience even more incredible. The beautiful view of the lake was a big bonus on the whole experience read more

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Food and service were as great as the restaurant and the view itself! Would definitely go again and recommend to others!

Change of menus since my last visit. Much more approachable, but still imaginative. I had the kitchen-made soba with a red Thai curry and a chicken breast. It was a delicious mash-up, and the hand-made noodles were impressive. Nice dish. My guest had the Vegi Pie, kind of a de-constructed dish that was fun and tasty. View was excellent, and our server was wonderful. Yes, it is a little more expensive than the chains, but it is a unique experience in Calgary. read more

The Lake House - View is always good. - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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Great food and service elegant ambiance with views of the lake! Good choice of wine read more

Terrific view if you're here in the daylight. Good menu and wine choices. The service was great, and the dishes ordered were above average. read more

Wonderful ambiance with super staff and delicious selections on the menu. Everything we had we thoroughly enjoyed. If in Calgary for a visit as we were, or living there, this is one place you can't miss if you're looking for fine dinning. We really enjoyed it so much. read more

Attended a wedding here recently. Staff were friendly and everything went very well. There was only 1 room where the ceremony was held, which was also turned into the reception area as well. The turnover was very fast and set up was even faster. The halibut I ordered was amazing with the curry sauce and pineapple mango chutney. My husband ordered the bison steak which he loved. The meat was tender and juicy. Bar service was friendly. My only complaint is that there were so many spiders and cobwebs in the lighting above us. I noticed it especially as I was eating dinner, there was a spider moving on its cobweb directly above my head and I was so worried it would drop down onto my food. Being that this is a dining area, they should really clean that part for hygienic reasons. Other than that, great place to dine with a spectacular view. read more

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Love this place. Great food, service and not a bad wine list. Would like to see more full bodies res at a realistic price.

It is a lovely building the service was good. But the food was not good. I was out with Big group of people for a party and everyone said the meal was cold. Chicken was cold and is was almost too much leeks so it was over powering everything tasted like leeks. Only think that I would say was really good was the cream brûlée the cookies was Mhh. Lastly the Spanish coffee was made horribly wrong. And other people's said that the drinks they received were not the best. read more

The Lake House - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

I'm giving the lake house 4 stars only because of how good their risotto was! The leak and cauliflower risotto was such a pleasant surprise, a perfect combination of flavours and texture, was absolutely delicious! My boyfriend ordered the beef ribeye which had quite a lot of fat that had to be separated but otherwise cooked perfectly. We ordered the charcuterie board for an appetizers which was kind of a disappointment. The selection of meats was nice but the bread that accompanied them was quite stale and thick. The complimentary bread actually worked a lot better. Luckily we had a table by the window which gave us a beautiful view but was a little bit on the cold side due to some winds, would be good to have some more heaters around that area. Altogether a pretty good experience just won't order the charcuterie board next time! read more

The Lake House - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

The drinks here are fabulous. The ambiance is great for an intimate date, a good conversation and a place to let some stress go. Love it!

The bad: 1. Too pricey for the food you receive. Especially since the food was not that good. I have no problem paying for food that excites my taste buds, but when my taste buds revolt and want to run out of my mouth or I wonder if I am eating cardboard, I do not like to pay an exorbitant amount for food. 2. The food was either not very flavourful and bland or the spices did not go with the food. I was disappointed by every single item we ordered. Look at the ravioli dish in the photos: it looks like the bubbles you blow out of your mouth when you play with your spit as a kid. Quite frankly, it looked like someone spit in my food then made bubbles with it. I am sure it is meant to be fancy but it made the dish look unappetizing and it tasted terrible too. Every single dish was an epic disappointment to my mouth. 3. The staff and service was average. Our waiter was not very friendly and barely smiled. The good: 1. The view of the lake was beautiful. We watched the sunset as we ate our unsatisfying dinner. 2. The interior of the restaurant is very beautiful and nicely decorated. Conclusion: This is on my 'Places to Avoid' list: Go watch the sunset somewhere else and your tastebuds will thank you. read more

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We have enjoyed The Lake House many times over the years. The food and service are always top notch. Tables overlooking the lake are very nice. read more

Items Selected: Rocky Mountain Charcuterie Board - Air dried Alberta Beef, Cured Duck Breast, Wild Boar Mortadella, Elk Sausage, Bison Soparasatta, Aged Ham, Mustard Melon, Ram Ram, Mustard, Pumpernickel Bread Sous Vide Macintosh Apples Compote - Chewy Breakfast Cookies, Chinook Honey Yoghurt Banana Bread French Toast Peanut Butter Mousse, Strawberry Jam, Peanut Brittle Warm Apple Ginger Cake Sweet Potato Ice Cream, Salted Caramel Sauce Located on beautiful Lake Bonavista, in mid-January a pond hockey dream with more leisurely skaters making a path around the perimeter, The Lake House has long been considered one of the most picturesque dining rooms in all of Alberta, their Sunday Brunch a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Managed by Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts, a space previously titled "The Ranche" rebranded to focus more on the scenery visible through large windows around the back, those visiting The Lake House will immediately be stuck by the grand dining room featuring a large stone mantle and chandeliers made of elk antlers, the all-glass Wine cellar near the bar a curiosity to oenophiles while the menu features no shortage of local, seasonal ingredients. Built on the idea of "Rocky Mountain cuisine," Chef Thomas Neukom changing the menu frequently to feature the best of Western Canada's ranches and farms, it is after pleasant greeting from the hostess and a youthful server that guests are led to wood tables, the Brunch menu following a formula of Benedicts, Omelets and Hash with more lunch-like options including fried Chicken, Oysters and even a smoked Fish tray. Taking an extensive dining agenda into account, a total of four plates selected and coursed out one at a time, brunch got started with a Bamboo tray of housemade and locally sourced Charcuterie, the cold-cured Duck, Wild Boar Mortadella and warm Elk Sausage all outperforming the Meats at highly-regarded Rouge or RGE RD in Edmonton with a portion far more appropriate to the portions as well as the quality. Intrigued by the Sous-Vide Apple dish, essentially a DIY Granola Parfait with local Yogurt and a great balance of flavor, Chef Neukom's French Toast set a high standard for creativity by quickly searing both sides of Banana Quick-Bread before pairing it with light Mousse and a slick of housemade Strawberry Preserves plus Peanut Brittle for textural variability. Not realizing that the full Dessert menu is offered at Brunch, a fact that *may* have swayed the rest of the order more savory - though probably not - it was on the recommendation of the server that a Saskatoon Berry Tart was set aside in favor of the warm Spice-Cake topped in stewed Apples beside crumbled Streusel forming a bed for a ball of Sweet Potato Ice Cream. read more

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Fabulous menu, service and setting. My only complaint is for such an occasion (special) restaurant be prepared to share your evening with children that are allowed to run around the restaurant. My husband and I recently celebrated an anniversary and hired our own babysitter for the evening, only to deal with other peoples unruly kids. Not impressed. read more

Very nice atmosphere. Food and service were very good. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Nestled on a picturesque setting and smartly decorated with modern contemporary decor, this place is an excellent venu for any special occasion, perhaps even fit for a wedding. The food was excellent though the service was a little slow. The quality of the food was exceptional. Bring your camera and be prepared to take some great shots as you enjoy your dinner as you admire the beautiful sunset over the lake. read more

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Rustic and elegant!The beautiful lake surrounding the place be it either a skating rink in winter or a lovely water in summer made this place a night out away from the city. I had a superb complete dining with friends. The food was excellent! Service was okay. Just a little attention to details regardless of the traffic. We were three but the bread and butter was only two. It was "okay". A 4 star is what I can. I Bison Soparasatta for my mains, Toffe for my dessert, Sorbet peach bellinni cocktail is good. read more

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Phenomenal service from Jessica. Superb atmosphere, such as a view of the entertaining ducks on the water and rustic lake house decor including the antler chandeliers and big roaring fire in the fire place. We began with the Wild Boar appetizer, more details to come. read more

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If you want a nice night out, where you feel like you are out of the city and away from it all...(without actually leaving the city) this is the place to go. The menu is spectacular. The service is great and genuine. The staff are knowledgeable and make great suggestions. Worth. Every. Penny read more

Delicious food, ambiance, and views at this restaurant. Love how cozy it is. They have amazing options for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. The view of the lake is so pretty too. read more

Great place. My husband & I come here for special occasions and the view is just breathtaking. We usually reserve a table by the window for the view, but all of a sudden they don't reserve by the windows anymore. Last time we went, we waited by the bar (even with reservations from the website to be by the window) until they found us a table that isn't as great, but I guess it worked out okay. Food is always amazing, the steak is super good as well. Overall I'd say definitely a place to check out for special occasions. read more

The Lake House - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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We made reservations and upon arrival I noticed that the servers/waitresses were not smiling. I specifically requested to seat near the lake view and I was satisfied with that. The lunch menu wasn't too intimidating in sheer quantities to choose from. We tried an appetizer called Steamed PEI Mussels, and it was delicious, strong seafood taste with a dill after taste that makes you crave for more. I wish there was a bowl of rice to go with it as I would be happy just eating that. For the main, we ordered Lake House Made Egg Pappardelle, Bison & Caribou Game Burger, Grilled Beef Top Sirloin Escalope, and a lunch of the day, baked ham sandwich with melted cheese and soup of the day (I can't remember, but it had caramelized onions, fennel, and potatoes). I highly recommend them all, but due to our stomach sizes, you can share one with another person. The one that stood out the most would be the bison & caribou game burger as it was juicy all throughout upon biting and the blueberry added into it didn't make me get sick of eating the burger, but made me crave for more. The pappardelle had more meat to pasta ratio which was a plus for me. The baked ham sandwich was done perfectly with the melted cheese, saltiness and the selection and softness of the bread complimented the dish as a whole. As for the Grilled Beef Top Sirloin, you can't go wrong with that if you are craving for steak. Overall, the price was well priced for lunch and I would go back again in different season. read more

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We were guests at a wedding, and we went without any expectations. We were very pleased with the waterfront setting, and the staff behind the bar did an excellent job keeping up with a thirsty crowd. The really happy surprise was the quality of the food. It would have met expectations in a small fine-dining restaurant. To reach that standard for a single-seating of over one hundred guests is really an achievement. Staff were attentive all evening, and watching the sun go down over the lake is an added bonus. Well done to the wedding planners and the venue! read more

My husband and I have been going here for over 10 years since we moved to the area. The views are stunning, food is delicious and reasonably priced for fine dining and you never leave hungry. We usually do our anniversaries here and never disappointed. If you want a good window seat, we recommend making reservations a few days before read more

What a lovely restaurant. Made reservations for an early valentines date and this restaurant does not disappoint in ambiance or taste. We had the samosa to start (which I wouldn't recommend as they are really tiny for the price) but our mains were delicious (I had the fish and my husband the tenderloin) with the sticky toffee for dessert (delicious.) Will definitely be back! read more

Haven't been here in years but decided to try it. Everything was excellent. Great atmosphere, very good service and excellent food. We were very impressed and will be back soon. Great job folks! read more

After winning Sochi Olympic Men's Hockey Gold it was time to celebrate with brunch in the neighbourhood of Lake Bonavista. It was the opening weekend for this venue and many tables were vacant. Perhaps our Olympic compadres were resting in their nice warm beds post win? My prediction is that you will find it difficult to reserve a table for brunch once word gets out. The Lake House is awesome both in food and view. The brunch menu includes benedict, brisket, brioche, boar, bison, and blood oranges. How does one choose between Steak & Eggs (grilled beef medallions and mascarpone scrambled eggs) and Pulled Wild Boar Mac & Cheese, and Chocolate Cream Cheese Filled Brioche French Toast? Tip: One does not choose but stays and eats for many hours. With the exception of the roast potatoes, which we found unexceptional, every main was composed of high quality protein and harmonious flavours. Between courses we sank into our comfy chairs and gazed into the flame as we cozied up to the fireplace. It was a chilly weekend so the view of the lake was winter white with two brave ice skaters and a couple of ice fishing shelters for entertainment. If you are a resident of Lake Bonavista - lucky you. read more

The Lake House - The Lake House in winter. - Canadian (New) Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Came here during a road trip in Canada. I was celebrating my birthday and also was looking for a restaurant that had elk on their menu. Phenomenal experience. I was by myself so I sat at the bar. The bartender (think his name was Jay) was very nice and engaging. Never had to ask for more water, was great about remarking for each course, and kept me entertained the whole evening. Started with the tartare. Beautifully plated and the flavors were amazing. Definitely make sure you get a little bit of everything in one bite! Beet salad was delicious as well. Three words... goat cheese marshmallows! My only comment was that it could have used a bit more acid/citrus. The elk Wellington was outstanding. Perfectly cooked, and just the right balance of savory/sweet/earthy/meaty and the puff pastry was so crisp and flaky. And don't forget dessert. The mocha chocolate cake was rich and decadent and perfect end to a meal. They were even sweet enough to write happy birthday on it for me. I know I'm gushing a bit but this was one of my standout meals of this trip. Highly recommend if you're in Calgary! read more

The ambience at the Lake House wonderful regardless of whether it's summer or winter. There are lots of great menu items but in my opinion the flavour is lacking in some of the dishes. Overpriced but worth visiting at least once a year. Would enjoy much more if they had a menu that offered some basics for lunch and dinner. read more

Truly a five-star experience. Firstly, the view! Hard to believe you're close to Chinook shopping centre when all you can see from the wall of beautiful windows is the expansive Lake Bonavista. It was a joy to dine there (the staff do everything the can to make sure you get a nice view). The service was amazing, the food amazing and the ambiance was OFF THE HOOK. I had the steak...perfection. My partner had the vegetarian pasta dish and, while he was full after just a few bites (it's a heavy dish), he couldn't stop eating it and felt bloated for the rest of the evening! Even he would attest that it was completely worth it. Speaking of worth it, the prices are just a notch above Earls and you get creative, farm fresh dishes, service from professionals that are wearing more than a sports bra and the view!!! Love it and will go back so often they will know me by name. read more

Awesome spot with some alternative Canadiana. Quite possibly the best bison roast I have ever experienced. My personal opinion is that bison and elk are key western Canadian meats that should be enjoyed in a more widespread fashion; and that it's unfortunate that the selection is so limited here. The Lake House has a great selection however. Service is great. I asked for wine pairings with our appetizers and mains and was not disappointed. It's a little spendy; expect around $140 for two if you plan on wine and no dessert. read more

A perfect place for an intimate date night with amazing food and ambiance! Wait staff is always super friendly and professional. Insider tip: they make the BEST lemon drop martinis in Calgary!! Make sure to ask for the manager to make one for you! :) read more

This is the second time I've visited this restaurant. I went last night and what I enjoyed most was the view over the ice skating pond. I watched some kids playing hockey well after the sun went down. It was pretty magical. That aside, I didn't absolutely love the appetizers but they were good, I did love the scallops very much, and the dessert was pretty decent too. The ambiance is worth the price and the food is yummy overall. read more

Never would I come here for dinner because of how far away it is from my house but also because its rather expensive. However, I had a gift card so that changed things. My husband and I went all out and ordered whatever we wanted including drinks and dessert. The food here is very tasty, and for a fancy place the portions aren't too "tiny", we were full after dinner and dessert. For an appetizer I had the panko crusted spot prawns that came with crab, it was phenomenal! For dinner I had the pappardelle, which was delicate and beautiful with its flavours. The mushrooms were a great touch. Dessert was creme brule, which was tasty and pretty standard. The service wasn't fantastic, my husband asked for a wine pairing with his meat and the server totally forgot about it, so he had no drink with his dinner. She seemingly "pretended" she forgot and brought it out midway through the meal after we tried to get her attention for a good ten minutes. Overall it was a nice experience, and the food was definitely tasty. Our server did comp the wine fortunately as having it with dinner was kind of the point... read more

Love this restaurant. One of my favourites in Calgary. It is perfect for romantic dinners, get togethers with friends and even event functions. You can rent out the side room or the whole restaurant. The food is always amazing and the service is very friendly and helpful. The only note I would have for improvement is the wood seats are not very comfortable so if you can request comfortable seats! read more