The Oaks Lakeside

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   OpenTable Diner

   Cleveland

   94 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   94 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We picked the perfect Saturday evening for celebration of our anniversary on the Oak's patio. Our server Taylor was efficient and very helpful. Splitting a caesar salad was a great move because it was huge, even as a half portion. The surf and turf entree was excellent as well. Desert was on the house. Overall a great value for a very special night out. The view at sunset is unbeatable.
   

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   DebraF

   Tampa

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 19, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   My husband and I were pleasantly surprised at how much we enjoyed ourselves at The Oaks. We will be going back and recommend it for fine dining.
   

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   SuzanneW

   Cleveland

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Just a lovely Mothers Day in every way. Would highly recommend for any occasion.
   

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   AshleyL

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Very glad with my time there and reservation. Would recommend and come back
   

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Cleveland

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great food, great service and a warm welcoming atmosphere! Would highly recommend it.
   

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall4food4service5ambience5

   Beautiful view of the lake from our table. Quiet atmosphere. Food was good but not worth the $60 buffet fee.
   

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   LoriH

   Cincinnati

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 13, 2023

   overall2food1service1ambience4

   Service was extremely slow even though we had a reservation. Food was cold and tasteless when we finally were served.
   

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   Darla

   Treasure Coast

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 12, 2023

   overall3food2service1ambience3

   We had reservations outside and upon arrival we were sat inside. It had been raining, but there were others sitting outside, so I was disappointed about that. It was not very busy and everything seems to take a very long time, from drinks, to appetizers, salads and dinner. I had fish which was ok and my husband had a pork chop which he said was very dry. I have always enjoyed The Oaks, but after this experience, I am not sure I will ever go back.
   

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   Matteo

   Cleveland

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 3, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Good place for a romantic dinner or group of friends. Waterview is like you are on vacation. Although we went on a cold day, looks like the outside patio is the place to be in the summer. Excellent food and service. Old charm ambience.
   

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    LucilleC

    Orlando

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beautiful restaurant. Beautiful and delicious food.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We went to The Oaks for our 6 month anniversary. We got married there. We love The Oaks!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great venue, service, and cuisine. The view over the lake is special. Always enjoy the Oaks.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I would highly recommend Oaks Lakeside. Great facility, truly outstanding food and great service. Could not have had a better dining experience!
    

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    MaureenL

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4

    Easter Sunday brunch fell short. There was no breakfast food of which I was aware so it should have been labeled an Easter buffet not brunch. The Oaks is a beautiful old restaurant in a magnificent setting on the lake. I requested a table with a lake view and they did deliver. Some of the food was good like the chicken peanut butter appetizer. The shrimp was small and soggy. I couldn’t wait to have the lamb but unfortunately, it was disappointing, tough, overdone, and no mint sauce to accompany although their salsa verde was a decent accompaniment. The eggplant parmigiana was sliced so thickly, you tasted only vegetable vs the delicious parmigiana. None of the food was hot and most things were at best lukewarm. Several things were not replenished so I never did get to taste the curry chicken. The desserts were fine although cake is my go-to and there was no cake. Not sure we will revisit this buffet again. My husband seemed to enjoy so I stayed quiet so not to ruin his experience. Too bad it wasn’t anywhere near as satisfying as I had hoped.
    

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    DavidB

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4

    Table seating for Easter Brunch was 30-40 minutes behind. Brunch layout was confusing and some items were not labeled. Food was good but not great. Ambiance was good and brunch was okay/pleasant overall.
    

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    AngelT

    Cleveland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2

    This was our first Easter Brunch experience at this restaurant and it will definitely be our last. We were so disappointed in the taste and quality of food. Everything was cold, dry and burnt. Awful. Our waitress was non-attentive and seemed overwhelmed by the amount of people dining.
    

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    BrPa

    Cleveland

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience5

    The restaurant was very clean and updated! It was actually exceptionally clean. The view of the lake and sunset out the windows was fantastic. There were very few patrons on this beautiful evening and we figured out why. The food was expensive but not good at all. Flavorless and the meat was very tough. It seemed like the steak was heated in a plastic bag and brought to the table. The potatoes were obviously squeezed out of a plastic bag onto the plate. The only thing that was really good was the olive mix for the bread... it was delicious but probably out of a jar. Sad!
    

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    Lisa

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very nice atmosphere, and the steak was excellent. My husband opted for the pork chop special and it was delicious.
    

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    MelissaP

    Columbus

    11 reviews

    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience2

    We made reservations 3 months in advance asking for seating by fireplace. We arrived and was not seated in that room due to Easter so we were disappointed. No explanation and then EVERYONE coming in after us was smashed together in a room so noise was loud. Waitress was rude no introduction and uninterested, felt more like we were bothering her when we needed to ask for items not brought to the table. Always got a dessert for our anniversary and they acknowledged/thank you for choosing them but not this visit. We know and expect the 5 star restaurant we have experienced in the past but fell totally short this visit. Food was good. We always come here for our anniversary but will look for a new place. Would have left but had a gift card.
    

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    MikeD

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent as always. One of our go to fine dining restaurants. Reasonable prices for level of service and quality.
    

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    dianel

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Everything was great except my fish was overcooked
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    The lobster tail was very salty, other than that everything was good. I sure miss the big chunky wooden entry door though :)
    

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    EricW

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Highly recommended. We have been to the Oaks for lots of dinners and it is one of our favorite restaurants!
    

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    BrianT

    Central Coast

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing service from Anna. Food presentation was A++. Service was A+++ perfect TIME to dine & perfect LOCATION
    

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    LisaS

    Cleveland

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5

    The olive tapenade is gone!!! A tried and true favorite and it’s no longer available. The food quality has gone down as well. Last time we went we noticed, but thought we’d give it one more try since we love the restaurant so much. So sad that it fell WAY short. My husband had shrimp scampi. Instead of a nice scampi in garlic butter it was some overcooked, under-seasoned shrimp on top of some mashed potatoes with a side of drawn butter. Absolutely flavorless. I’m so sorry to have to leave this review but the meal (with gratuity) was $130 for 2 of us so I think everyone should be aware when spending that kind of money. Unfortunately there are better options for dining. I hope the restaurant comes back to its former glory, it really is a beautiful place!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    We had excellent time. Appetizer and entrees were delicious. Priced well. We are looking forward to going back during warm weather and eating outside. Our drinks with ok. Something was just off about them. Wine was good. We will be back again
    

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    BrianB

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We went for brunch and the menu had something for everyone. Service was excellant. We enjoyed looking at the Lake while we ate.
    

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Hostess are so wonderful, we visit this restaurant fairly regularly and it’s nice to see familiar faces. Very courteous and attentive, food was delightful as well as the service and ambiance.
    

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3

    Service was ok. We were put in a room by the bar. Not a great location to sit.
    

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30. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our experience was outstanding, as usual! All of the staff members and very kind and helpful. It is the perfect place for a quiet & romantic night out. The food was perfect as well!
    

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    NikiDenes

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a Valentine’s Day Dinner with our two teenage daughters. It was wonderful!
    

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    JoeS

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This place is a hidden gem! Love the atmosphere and the food is phenomenal! One of our favorite places for date night!!
    

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    POGr

    Cleveland

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience5

    food was okay , beautiful restaurant , service was fair
    

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    CarlK

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    The Christmas decorations were up and the ambiance was terrific. The mahi mahi I had was excellent.
    

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3

    Made reservation for NYE, and there was no mention on Open Table nor their website about it being a buffet dinner. The service was below par, had to ask for our drinks twice, the food was horrible, everything looked as if it had been rummaged thru. Only redeeming factor was the fondue bar. And on top of all of this, they added a 20% gratuity to all bills, which doesn’t quite make sense when you’re serving yourself. Will never go back.
    

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    laurac

    Cleveland

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    Love the oaks ! Excellent food. Excellent ambiance Love Tina and Anna ! Always accommodating
    

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    Paul

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great restaurant, food was delicious and the people were wonderful very nice and nothing was too much for them I loved the place .
    

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    JimR

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    One of our favorite restaurants especially during the Holidays.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Annual Christmas dinner
    

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    Casey

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    We have come to the Oaks to eat since the Rolls Royce was parked in front many years ago. We had our daughter's wedding reception and shower there. The meal was delicious. Unfortunately, I must have missed the fact that Sunday was only a light brunch menu. We were expecting a delicious dinner menu. I guess we'll have to come back on a Saturday. We appreciated the server's attention, especially since we were the only people there.
    

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