LAKE CHALET
SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL
Oakland’s Premier Waterfront Restaurant & Venue
New Riff Bourbon Dinner
Thursday, August 20
Enjoy an exclusive four-course whiskey pairing dinner featuring New Riff Distilling, winner of the 2026 World's Best Bourbon at the World Whiskies Awards.
Enjoy expertly paired whiskeys, a chef-curated menu, and guided tastings led by a New Riff representative, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Lake Merritt.
Every Monday starting at 5pm, indulge in our 21-day-aged Nebraskan Prime Rib slow roasted with a crispy seasoned crust and served with Caesar salad, Yorkshire pudding, garlic mashed potatoes, and creamed spinach.
$4 tacos by the lake every Tuesday from 3–9pm! Enjoy chicken, carne asada, blackened rock cod, and seasonal veggie - plus specialty margaritas and $2 oysters.
The best happy hour in Oakland just happens to have a lake view. Join us Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3:30–6:30pm for $5–6 sliders, $2 oysters, shareable bites, and $10 cocktails.
With seven unique indoor and outdoor spaces overlooking Lake Merritt, Lake Chalet is Oakland's premier destination for private events.
Whether you're planning an intimate gathering of 25 or a waterfront celebration of 800, our event team handles every detail.
We love hosting:
Host Your Event at Lake Chalet!
Wedding Receptions
Rehearsal Dinners
Corporate Events
Birthday Celebrations
Anniversaries
Mitzvahs
Bridal & Baby Showers
Holiday Parties
Celebrations of Life
Quinceañeras
Featuring live Jazz, R&B, and Funk by local artists, check our schedule for upcoming performances.
Brunch is better by the lake! Join us Saturday from 11:30am and Sunday from 10:30am for waterfront brunch featuring exclusive brunch entrées and cocktails.
Monday just got an upgrade. Pair your Prime Rib dinner with one of our weekly Martini Specials, featuring a curated selection of gin and vodka martinis from some of the finest distilleries.