Lake Chalet

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Lake Chalet

oakland waterfront restaurant on Lake Merritt

TICKETS

A Thursday Evening with Rombauer Vineyards… a Wine Lover’s Escape at Lake Chalet

Rombauer Wine Dinner

📅 August 21, 2025 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Didn’t have plans? Now you do.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of acclaimed wines, chef-curated cuisine, and intimate lakeside storytelling at Lake Chalet.

Set against the shimmering backdrop of Lake Merritt, this one-night-only dinner pairs the iconic wines of Rombauer Vineyards with a stunning multi-course menu crafted by Executive Chef Lev Delany and his culinary team.

On the menu:

2024 Sauvignon Blanc
2023 Carneros Chardonnay
2021 Napa Valley Cabernet
2022 "Joy" Late Harvest Chardonnay

Each pour is thoughtfully paired with fresh, seasonal dishes that elevate every sip.

✨ Whether you’re a devoted Rombauer fan or just love a good last-minute adventure, don’t miss this evening of wine, warmth, and lakeside charm.

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TICKETS

Prime Rib Mondays
3 Cuts, Classic Sides, $5 Desserts

Starts at 5:00PM
Kids menu, too

RESERVATIONS

Reservations are for indoor seating.
Outdoor seating will be first come, first served with priority to reservations. All parties 6+ please make a reservation.

Redwood Empire Has Docked — Time to Sip Bold

Try our signature "I Am Giant" or turn up the heat with the "Kentucky Heatwave." Step out of the ordinary and into something new — Redwood Empire Bourbon is calling.

Taco Tuesday
3-8 Every Tuesday

🌮 Tacos, Tequila & Lake Views

Enjoy $5 gourmet tacos, $2 oysters, and $10 margaritas with a twist — each named after the iconic birds of Lake Merritt. Pair your plate with craft brews or wines and make Tuesday your favorite flavor of the week.

Martini Mondays
every Monday

Shaken, Stirred, and Seriously Good.
With premium gins, vodkas, and timeless classics on the menu, Martini Mondays are anything but ordinary. Join us by the water and discover your perfect pour — stirred, shaken, or dirty.

Served after 5pm.

Exciting Events

GROUPs & Private Events

HOURS

Mon-Thurs 11am - 8pm • Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm • Sunday 10am - 9pm Brunch Weekends 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Taco Tuesday • Happy Hour Weekdays • Prime Rib & Martini Mondays
Lake View Dining & Cocktails

Upcoming Events at Lake Chalet

Every Week
at the Lake

Happy Hour

3:30-6:30pm
Monday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
Drink and Food Specials!

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Brunch

10:00-3:00pm
Saturday & Sunday

Reserve a table

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Enjoy are
Raw Bar

Oysters, Prawns, Ceviche, Crab

Tequila

Tequila!

Tequila

Tequila!

Sitting along the picturesque shores of Lake Merritt, minutes from downtown Oakland, the Lake Chalet boasts numerous indoor dining rooms and scenic outdoor seating right over the water. Indulge in a diverse menu showcasing contemporary Californian cuisine, with a seafood emphasis and inventive twists on classic favorites, including a stellar raw bar. Our expansive 80-foot bar offers stunning lake views, providing the perfect setting to gather with friends, relish in excellent people-watching, and savor handcrafted cocktails, including our signature Beach Chalet Ales.
View our weekly specials and exciting dinner events below. Treat your senses and dine with wines… at our upcoming events.