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Located on the historic Los Encino State Park - The Oaks at Lakeside, Los Angeles, CA

The Oaks at Lakeside

4.5
4.5
707 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Welcome to The Oaks at Lakeside. We look forward to serving you under the Oaks at the Historic Encino State Park.

For Reservations of 8 or more guests:

We accept reservation requests via email. Please provide the information below.
theoaksatlakeside@gmail.com
Name
Contact #
Desired Reservation Date
Party Size
Occasion

21 - 39 GUESTS
Reservations for this size are limited. Please send an email to theoaksatlakeside@gmail.com to check for availability.

40+ GUESTS
Please submit an inquiry on our PARTIES tab, located on our website. Our Director of Events will be in contact with you.

For your reservations:
-We cannot guarantee any specific table or area, we seat first come first serve
-Your reservation is not confirmed until we respond with confirmation
-We book based on availability
-We do not seat incomplete parties

Thank you for your interest in hosting and dining with us at The Oaks at Lakeside.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (747) 217-4002

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Neighborhood

    Encino

  • Cross street

    Balboa Blvd and Ventura Blvd. Private lot and metered parking on La Maida

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Additional

    Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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What 707 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Great for brunch

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Great for outdoor dining

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Great for scenic views

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  1. Klc726

    Las Vegas

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Fantastic ambience!! Food is good, but not exceptional That's OK because the setting is so lovely that it is a wonderful dining experience. The staff is lovely and very accommodating.
  2. JenniferV

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Although the service was slow, the drinks and food were amazing
  3. JanetR

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere is lovely at the Oaks. It's actually nice to hear the ducks quacking, and geese honking. The food was very good and the service was very accommodating. It's a great place to come when you want to eat outdoors.
  4. Helena

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorites going to come more often. The surroundings and food are wonderful!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They were wonderful about celebrating my birthday and everything was delicious. Great way to start a beautiful special day!!! Thank you!
  6. Olive

    Hawaii

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Excellent outdoor setting, great service. Would have to see lunch items along with brunch items on weekends. Thankful for valet
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to celebrate Mother’s Day yesterday and the good was delicious and the view is amazing.We’ll definitely be back.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of our favorite restaurants and it honestly never disappoints! Thank you see you soon!
  9. AL12345

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Such a great ambience when sitting outside. Great service too.
  10. CAROLYNS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is so pretty relaxing! It’s not noisy with loud music that makes you exhausted like so many restaurants around. The service is wonderful. The food is so good and the ambience is perfect. Go there and enjoy you won’t be disappointed.
  11. GAYLEB

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They accommodated our needs very well for our large party, which made the entire experience that much better. The pumpkin ricotta pancakes are delicious and not to be missed!!!
  12. Carolina

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience2
    The service was not good. The host was not welcoming. I had a reservation, the host looked over at an empty table and said she had that table open. I looked over at my mom and asked her if she was ok with the table. She said yes and the host told us to go sit down. She didn’t walk us over. We sat down and a few minutes later the host dropped off some menus. The sever was not attentive. It took along time to put in our order. Once we did, he offered to bring over some bread and butter. Another long wait for him to come back and he forgot the bread and butter. He finally did bring the bread and butter and then was never seen again. The same lovely lady, who seemed to be a runner or bus lady, came to fill up our waters, offered us a heater, and take our plates out of our way, and offered us a desert menu. We waited and waited to put in a dessert and waited so long that we decided we just wanted to leave. So we waited for our check and the server was not to be found. We decided to ask another server for our check because it was taking too long.
  13. MariaB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Place is nice and quiet. Very small parking lot. Food was good but service was poor. It wasn’t busy at the time there were about 5 tables occupied and my server took forever for everything, take order, drinks, bill, etc. my server was not the only one, there were 2 more so total 3 servers 5 tables in use, so customer service wasn’t great, the rest was fine.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience1
    we got to our pm reservation and there was a horrible rock band in the park. it was so loud it was hard to hear each other. service was slow and the excuse the waiter gave us for the loud music it was a cancer fund raiser. so it was for a good cause. it made our dining experience just horrible. why were t we notified this was happening. we would never have chosen to eat there. i do not recommend this restaurant at all
  15. DavidS

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience2
    Unfortunately it was very crowded and noisy. Food came out cold, our requested outside table was changed to inside the bar and after we ordered we barely saw the waiter again. Very disappointing experience for a usually good restaurant. We were celebrating two birthdays but nothing was offered to the 2 birthday guests
  16. Krobs

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Took 15 mins after we sat to get served, and once we were served it was hard to track anyone Dow . Seems like they were having the servers doing other things during a busy rush hour rather than coming up and being attentive.
  17. Dani

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    The food here was average at best. Nice spot and a lovely day but really need to work on your menu.
  18. Live2trade

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    I have been coming here for brunch and dinner for years and, apart from the difficult parking situation, have always been very satisfied with the service and quality of the food and drinks. However, on this last visit it was very chaotic in the parking lot and we were waiting for our table for 45 minutes even though we had a reservation. Our waiter was wonderful though. And very professional.
  19. Natashyah

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    beautiful setting, good food, cordial service-and they accommodated our party of 10 plus puppy easily! can’t wait to go back!!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Beautiful atmosphere! Great place to take your toddlers. They really enjoyed seeing the ducks in the lake!
  21. KarenI

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Generous portions of delicious food. The menu has something for everyone. We're definitely coming back.
  22. DorianR

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time having lunch here. The food was great and the ambience was amazing.
  23. Gabrielle

    Los Angeles

    38 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Always wonderful to visit this beautiful venue! We brought our neighbors to enjoy the meal and locale. They loved it!
  24. elleng

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience1
    The place has so much potential and could be a real gem, but it felt rundown and understaffed.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service was fine!! Hanna was great! Wonderful sangria. Only complaint is cleanliness from the valet station to the table. Could be much better!!!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely experience there. Our online reservation was honored and we were seated promptly. Our server was attentive and made great suggestions. Food was yummy. One member of our party needed to bring her injured dog with her in a pet stroller and we were graciously accommodated. Would definitely recommend.
  27. MSM007

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The only problem we had is at the lake really appeared dirty and was distracting from the beautiful outdoor ambience.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious! The atmosphere definitely being a nice touch to your meal. Highly recommended!
  29. GoharK

    Los Angeles

    26 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    Beautiful atmosphere by a small lake. Lots of ducks walking around. The food was average, kind of tasteless and unappealing.
  30. GaryC

    Central Coast

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience5
    The food was good and it was nice to be able to sit outside next to the lake. The service was very friendly but quite slow. We waited about 10 minutes before we were even greeted by a host (and we did have reservations), and there was a long line in front of us (turns out everyone had a reservation). Once we sat down, our server did not show up for awhile. Our appetizer came out fast enough, but we waited an hour for our entrees. Not sure if our order was forgotten or if the kitchen was just too busy. Fortunately, we were not in a rush. All in all, I would recommend this place, but the service definitely needs to be upgraded considering the price.
  31. LANative

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This is my go to place when I need to feel like I don't live in LA
  32. amsluvsfun

    Los Angeles

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We requested an outdoor table which is easy to do at this restaurant. We got such a beautiful location with a table in the corner. It was quiet and felt so nice. The service was perfect, food was good not great, but the venue is beautiful. I loved having the little duck pond in front of us.
  33. VirginiaO

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time visiting this restaurant loved the ambiance and nature that is surrounded by. Food was great too. I’m interested in checking out their brunch. I will definitely come back and bring friends.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We had a table for lunch outdoors next to the ‘lake’ The food and service were very good for lunch. We enjoyed watching the ducks and geese on the lake.
  35. KatinaW

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ordered bloody Mary’s and Eggs Benedict. Both delicious. Our waiter was great, funny too.
  36. IzziK

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    It's one of my favorite places. I enjoy dining inside or out depending upon the weather and love looking out at the lake and ducks.
  37. ChristaW

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was delicious and outdoor and indoor patios surrounding the lake were charming.
  38. JenniferR

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience2
    It was dinner on Easter Sunday, so yes the place was over packed and extremely short staffed. Our party of 7 saw only 3 waiters the entire 3 hours we were there. The food was good, but overpriced. The outdoor seating is on dirt and hard to walk, as it is lumpy and unbalanced throughout. The ducks were fun to see but only for a short time-they became noisy and smelly quickly. This is the second time we dined here and it will be the last unless the management can get more staff so everyone can have a much better time.
  39. PattyS

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service
  40. Pantz

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    $60 fixed Easter menu with the main course and dessert served on/in plastic with plastic utensils. I expected better for $60 Eggs Benedict. On the plus side, the food was good. The service was lovely. The restaurant is very clean.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Oaks at Lakeside is rated 4.5 stars by 707 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today
Google Map for The Oaks at Lakeside

16817 Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91436-1703

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Balboa Blvd and Ventura Blvd. Private lot and metered parking on La Maida

  • Neighborhood

    Encino

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Additional

    Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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