Cuisine: New Zealand
Price Point: Mains from $15 - $35
Ranked: #4 of 13 restaurants
in Taupo
The Lakehouse proudly serves the finest craft beer from breweries across NZ and beyond.
They meticulously product test, with great enthusiasm, all offerings to ensure that you, their guests, are not disappointed.
Their food is sourced from local producers and prepared so the natural flavours shine through and match in harmony with their craft beer and wine.
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Lakehouse
10 Roberts Street
Taupo 3330
Open Hours:
7 days a week
Mon-Fri 10am - late
Sat-Sun 8.30 - late
Phone: 07 377 1545
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Reviews
Lyn Hunt - dined at Lakehouse on 17 November 2019
We arrived at Lakehouse to a warm welcoming atmosphere starting the evening with craft beer tasting and we were pleasently surprised very happy we proceeded with a tasting platter which was delightful the pork ribs are so delicious my partner decided she would have them for her main, everything was well presented and the staff were very attentive and lovely, I had the 200g scotch fillet on the stone grill for my main which was perfect the curly fries you can't go past, no room for desert. We thoroughly enjoyed Lake House and would highly recommend dinning here this would be our top pick for Taupo.
Vape Park - dined at Lakehouse on 10 November 2019
Our first experience with First Table, faultless :)
Lake house was amazing food, our eyes were too big! Great relaxed atmosphere and the service was super friendly and efficient, thank you
Marie Riri - dined at Lakehouse on 28 September 2019
The lakehouse has a very warm and friendly atmosphere. Upon arrival, the staff were very welcoming and friendly. Our table was nicely set for us and the service was friendly and efficient. The manu had a good selection of dishes and it was interesting because ive never used a stone to cook my own steak at a restaurant before. We really enjoyed it. The meal sizes were generous, not to mention delicious, and also very reasonably priced! Thank you for having us.
Fiona Temaro - dined at Lakehouse on 21 May 2019
Highly recommended.The service here was amazing. So obliging as a couple of us have Coeliac disease and nothing was a hassle for them with our diet. The food was fantastic from the fish which was salmon, the Lakehouse stone plate was delicious, the pizza tasty. Will definitely be back.
Claire Chapman - dined at Lakehouse on 11 May 2019
Great food in a casual setting! The lovely Scottish waitress was awesome. We had the sharing platter, a seafood chowder and a pizza between 3 of us. The seafood chowder was AMAZING! Definitely one of the best I've had. The platter was perfect in terms of the variety of food, and the portion sizes. Hubby and son shared the chocolate fondue for dessert - it was huge, and they totally loved it! Really looking forward to going back to The Lakehouse to try one of their hot-stone meals.
Stephanie Keates - dined at Lakehouse on 8 May 2019
The moment we stepped into the restaurant, we felt so welcomed and was showed to our table. On the reserved table we can see that a handwritten board with my name one it and to me that was the special touch by them. They were busy the whole time, but always take special notice on our table and I must say, the customer service is just top notch. No balls were dropped even when there are only 2 staffs running the whole floor. The food was of good potion size and the kids were happy with their kid's meal. Lakehouse is a place I will be back and will recommend to my friends who are based out of town when they are here in Taupo. Well done to all in Lakehouse for making this dining experience such a wonderful and memorable one!
Adric Ng - dined at Lakehouse on 22 March 2019
Arrived at 5:30 to find table set up. Waitress very attentive - menus given to us immediately. bottled water and glasses on table. Our drinks arrived promptly. Both of us ordered the Fish & Chips .... after about 20 minutes the food arrived - very hot so obviously freshly cooked! The meals were HUGE and could not fault anything. We will definitely be returning to this restaurant!.
Pamela Carlisle - dined at Lakehouse on 15 November 2018
Great little venue. The staff were right on point from entry to departure.
Great selection of craft beers, with taste glasses given before committing to a big glass.
The star of the show was the food. Does not matter how you cook it if you have not got quality product to start with.
Had a wonderful steak.
Well done all concerned
Brett Hutton - dined at Lakehouse on 6 July 2018
Fantastic dining experience. The restaurant has an upmarket pub feel, yet inviting for family dinners. The vibe is relaxed but the food and service was amazing.
Lucinde Roux - dined at Lakehouse on 26 May 2018
Lovely staff, food good apart from when i inhaled a jalepeno from the platter when stuffing my face haha
Will return.
Cherie Gray - dined at Lakehouse on 16 March 2020
Awesome place... great food
Salvin Kumar - dined at Lakehouse on 9 March 2020
The food was absolutely amazing!! Service was great and we will definitely be back
Nina Puspita Sari - dined at Lakehouse on 3 March 2020
Awesome friendly service. Meals came out quickly and everything tasted amazing! Thank you xx
Carol Murch - dined at Lakehouse on 26 February 2020
This Restaurant is in a beautiful lakeside location, we were seated in a comfortable booth, and we appreciated that the music was turned down a tad when requested. Drinks were served promptly by the friendly staff. After giving us time to look over the menu our orders were taken: the dozen ribs (I didn’t want to wish I’d ordered more after eating 6 of them!), the sirloin hot plate, the prawn pizza, and a half serving of fish and chips. It wasn’t long until our meals were delivered, all arriving near the same time. We were all delighted with our meals. There were certainly more than a dozen ribs on my plate, and they allowed me to take the leftovers home. 2 double ribs didn’t make it home, I shared them with 2 street people. Even the fries were tops, lovely and hot, not greasy. My friend that ordered the hot plate was allowed a side of tomatoes even though they weren’t one if the options on the menu. Needless to say, that while the other 3 with me ate all on their plate, we were all too full to think of dessert. I would Definitely dine here again, and would recommend you try this restaurant for yourself.
Carol Gray - dined at Lakehouse on 10 February 2020
Great idea for those on lower budgets to go out and enjoy a night off cooking ...and enjoy the views and company.....it was great ....and affordable....keep it going !!!!
Cheryl Bason - dined at Lakehouse on 3 February 2020
This place is amazing! The staff are all so friendly and they play good music
Nuku Te Momo-Smith - dined at Lakehouse on 31 January 2020
So yummy! Great food and great atmosphere!
Nikki Keys - dined at Lakehouse on 24 January 2020
Chowder disappointing. Rest of meals excellent. Friendly service.
Eric Toplis - dined at Lakehouse on 19 January 2020
The beer is exceptional and we enjoyed our mixed platter of bits and pieces to go with it. Friendly staff and good service.
Rachael Errington - dined at Lakehouse on 20 January 2020
Great value
Grant Jorey - dined at Lakehouse on 16 January 2020
We loved the Lakehouse the food was amazing!!! Atmosphere is pleasant and great for a family.
Rhea Kshatri - dined at Lakehouse on 10 January 2020
It was ok
Lena Salayeva - dined at Lakehouse on 4 January 2020
Lastnight was our first time going to Lakehouse, atmosphere was great, offered colouring in books for children, meals were yumm and we will definitely be back, thank you for a great experience.
Nellie Hooper - dined at Lakehouse on 5 January 2020
From the time we arrived we saw our table clearly signed. We were waited in straight away. We had the most amazing food!! Couldn't fault it ,right from the children's meal to the adults.bloody wonderful. Thankyou Lake house.
Lynne Hornsey - dined at Lakehouse on 16 December 2019
Loved it. Service was quick and food was great. We will be back!
Tyler Hawes - dined at Lakehouse on 15 December 2019
Perfect
Maryann Bugg - dined at Lakehouse on 3 December 2019
This was our first time with First Table. When we arrived at Lakehouse our reserrved table was all laid up for us with our name posted which was a nice touch. We ordered the hot stone meals - one steak meal and one mixed meat taster. We had a selectionof sides, mushrooms, roast veg, etc and you get to choose a sauce too. The quality of everything was superb. Highly recommended!
Juliana Hearn - dined at Lakehouse on 4 December 2019
Relaxed place to dine, and enjoyed the cook your own steak to your liking at the table. Choice was good, so will need to return to try the pork belly.
Karen Lash - dined at Lakehouse on 1 December 2019
Awesome menu and staff, food was yummmmm and everyone went home happy
vicki singer - dined at Lakehouse on 29 November 2019
Excellent food and great service. Thank you :-)
Fiona Sanders - dined at Lakehouse on 28 November 2019
The four of us had terrific service from the young waiting staff, who coped with our somewhat whacky sense of humour. for one young lass it was her first day on the job. These girls were polite, engaging and provided excellent service. It is the second time I have dined there with friends and we'll certainly go again.
The food was delicious and we didn't have to wait long before it arrived.
Lyn Hunt - dined at Lakehouse on 17 November 2019
We arrived at Lakehouse to a warm welcoming atmosphere starting the evening with craft beer tasting and we were pleasently surprised very happy we proceeded with a tasting platter which was delightful the pork ribs are so delicious my partner decided she would have them for her main, everything was well presented and the staff were very attentive and lovely, I had the 200g scotch fillet on the stone grill for my main which was perfect the curly fries you can't go past, no room for desert. We thoroughly enjoyed Lake House and would highly recommend dinning here this would be our top pick for Taupo.
Vape Park - dined at Lakehouse on 10 November 2019
100% everything we love this place x
Anita BT - dined at Lakehouse on 25 September 2019
Warm inviting quiet evening out with my partner. Super quick service and the setting was clean and quiet for an intimate diving experience. Highly recommended
Patrice McLean - dined at Lakehouse on 14 October 2019
Great team, great food! Will be back again.... And again
Maree Ginger - dined at Lakehouse on 16 October 2019
The moment we walked in we were welcomed by the very friendly staff. The staff continued to be very helpful even though it was a busy evening, nothing was too much trouble. The food was great, we ordered the stone grill for our main and it was a very generous portions. It was nice to have a proper salad served with the steak. Overall a very pleasant dining experience. Highly recommended
Terri Cawthra - dined at Lakehouse on 6 October 2019
Good
Julie Habib - dined at Lakehouse on 3 October 2019
Great service. Nice ambience. Food plentiful.
Grant Jorey - dined at Lakehouse on 2 October 2019
Our first experience with First Table, faultless :)
Lake house was amazing food, our eyes were too big! Great relaxed atmosphere and the service was super friendly and efficient, thank you
Marie Riri - dined at Lakehouse on 28 September 2019
Excellent service, friendly and fast. We shared the Camembert starter this was really good; hubby had the hot stone sirloin and was really impressed; I had the lamb shank which was good but nothing to rave about. Dessert was spectacular, we had the chocolate fondue and should really have 4 people sharing rather than 2! Great place, well be back, I want to sample their pizza
Diana Hartley - dined at Lakehouse on 26 September 2019
Fabulously friendly from our arrival to our departure! Excellent cafe food and hubby kept us amused as he dealt with cooking his own steak on a sizzling platter [he doesn't cook!]...chowder was, I am told, just perfect! My shrimp/prawn dish was a chilli'd as I would want :-) and with our overseas visitors we shared bruschetta and a million laughs as we caught up: Our young waitress made sure, without 'being in our faces'...that all was as it should be and frankly we cannot fault the service - the food and the lovely friendly cafe atmosphere.....DO go visit!
Lorraine Chave - dined at Lakehouse on 23 September 2019
A great place to go always enjoy our time at Lake House
Can not fault the place good food ,priced right,and very friendly and attentive staff
Cheryl Armstrong - dined at Lakehouse on 22 September 2019
Great service, amazing food! Was a really great night.
Susan Williams - dined at Lakehouse on 20 September 2019
The food was great as well as the service will definitely be back
Shannon Davison - dined at Lakehouse on 18 September 2019
Fabulous staff, delicious food and fast service. Such a good way to finish an awesome day.
Louise Petit - dined at Lakehouse on 30 August 2019
Food was tasty and a good selection of craft beer and ciders to choose from.
Henriette Sanderson - dined at Lakehouse on 25 August 2019
Was an awesome evening. Took my friends who were first time diners. They loved the amazing quick service and the beautiful food. The atmosphere was just right.
Dian Smith - dined at Lakehouse on 24 August 2019
Food first class with a good menu to choose from. Would go again.
Geoff Burton - dined at Lakehouse on 21 August 2019
Another lovely dining experience at Lakehouse. Food was awesome, service was tops :-)
Tui Crighton - dined at Lakehouse on 18 August 2019
Once again terrific service and great food!
Jodee Flynn - dined at Lakehouse on 13 August 2019
An amazing meal with incredible customer service. Would recommend this restaurant to everyone who wants a yummy meal and drinks at a fraction of the price
Dianne Mexted - dined at Lakehouse on 16 August 2019
Food was delicious.. We recommend the pork belly it was prefect. Great service and we love the range of craft beers on tap... What a wonderful evening.. Thanks so much
Denise Hunter - dined at Lakehouse on 15 August 2019
Was amazing food. Had the restaurant to ourselves. Excellent for our first 1st Table experience.
Silvia Clarke - dined at Lakehouse on 12 August 2019
Excellent place for a relaxed meal. Our 3 boys all enjoyed their burgers, and we loved our steaks. Will definitely come again.
Sarah Te Kura - dined at Lakehouse on 10 August 2019
We have dined here previously & were not disappointed. Had the taster on the hot stone. Delicious. Highly recommended.
Barbara Smith - dined at Lakehouse on 8 August 2019
Great experience table had our name.was shown to the table by staff who are very friendly. We would recommend to anyone to go there and we were happy with the discount too.
Jami H Wawatai - dined at Lakehouse on 4 August 2019
Great service and food. Was my birthday and they were so lovely. Great with my 2 boys and baby girl. Fast and yummy
Holly Watson - dined at Lakehouse on 5 August 2019
Great food. Wonderful staff. Good experience.
Judi Williams - dined at Lakehouse on 3 August 2019
We had starters and a main each. Both were generous portion size and we left very satisfied:)
Kylie Overington - dined at Lakehouse on 31 July 2019
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The four of us had terrific service from the young waiting staff, who coped with our somewhat whacky sense of humour. for one young lass it was her first day on the job. These girls were polite, engaging and provided excellent service. It is the second time I have dined there with friends and we'll certainly go again.
The food was delicious and we didn't have to wait long before it arrived.