Lake Chalet
Photo: courtesy of the restaurant
Lake Chalet, a waterside bar and grill in Oakland’s newly restored, century-old Lake Merritt Boathouse, follows the lead of SF siblings Beach Chalet Brewery and Park Chalet, reviving a vintage setting and rolling out Cal cuisine and brewpub beers; the midpriced menu showcases seasonal seafood along with burgers and other simple eats, though the true lure should be the BBQ and weekend brunch, served outside on the 100-seat lakeside patio and bar area.
1520 Lakeside Dr., Oakland; 510-208-5253