The Lake House at Sylvan Beach

The Lake House at Sylvan Beach reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Ellen

   Upstate NY1 review

   2.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   The website said there was a bunch, so I made a reservation for 4 at noon. We arrived at 11 and I didn’t notice a buffet, but I thought it was in a different room, so we played games until noon. Went to the dining area and ask the bartender about the buffet and she indicated they haven’t had that for over a year! I was disappointed as this was a birthday celebration for my friend. She indicated we could order from the menu and we could sit anywhere because the place was completely empty. So reservation wasn’t necessary either it turned out. The menu was limited, but the food was good, however the service was very very slow. Basically, the website needs to be updated!
   

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   Jon

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall was a very good experience! We will be going back in the future!
   

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   Lanette

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a wonderful experience! It was an unforgettable Valentine’s Day celebration!
   

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   Patrick F .

   New York State1 review

   2.0

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Service gets the highest grade here. The wait staff was attentive and energetic, but slow. The wine list is, to be kind, lackluster and short. We ordered a bottle of Sauvignon blanc, but were served arose (which we kept because it was okay for the price, albeit served too warm, and were given champagne flutes to drink from. The waitress said she didn't know where their wine glasses had gone. The table next to us ordered a bottle of red wine and they also were given champagne flutes. The food was pretty bad. I had a fish fry with soggy breading. The fish inside was fine, though, after I removed the breading. My wife said her bang bang shrimp was okay. The price was average, but not worth the quality of the food.
   

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   Elizabeth

   New York City5 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was good and service was great Way over priced 50 for prime rib no salad included 38 for a small portion of mushrooms risotto which was delicious
   

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   Rob and Trish

   New York City4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 29 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We enjoy stopping in for a bite after walking at the local parks. Playing slots before being seated is a plus. It is a fun atmosphere in the summer - dining on the covered patio. The sunsets are pretty.
   

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   Eric

   New York City12 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 23 November 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Perfect meal for whaat we were looking for. Large portions too…
   

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   Kelli

   Phoenix4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 15 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We visited while celebrating my birthday. My mom mentioned my birthday so Stephanie, our sweet server, went out of her way to surprise me with a fun dessert and a card signed by all of the staff on duty! The food was outstanding, as usual!
   

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   Kelly

   Washington DC18 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 20 October 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   We visited the Lake House for lunch on a Sunday in mid-October. This was after their "beach" season was over, so it was overly busy. We easily found parking and the restaurant was busy, but not packed. At our table we had the chicken sandwiches, one with homemade chips and one with fries. A loaded Caesar salad, and the Chicken Tinga Bowl. The food was all exceptional! We did have issues with horribly slow service. It seemed that there was only one server taking care of the entire restaurant, as well as all of the guests in their small casino.
   

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    Bob VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3

    Very disappointed to find brunch menu had been discontinued. Waitress seemed quite distracted. Otherwise enjoyed our meal.
    

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