If you're looking for a place to watch the sunset, this spot absolutely delivers. The two-story…read morepatio right on the lake is gorgeous, and the view is worth arriving early for--around 5 p.m. if you want a good seat and the full sunset experience. The view alone gets five stars.
The service, however, appears to operate on "lake or mountain time." We were seated with menus and waited about 20 minutes before we finally flagged down an employee to ask for service.
Our group of four ordered four glasses of wine, two desserts, and an appetizer, and we mentioned that we planned to share everything. When the food and drinks arrived, we asked the person who dropped them off if the outdoor heater could be turned on. He responded, "Ummm... ask your server," with an attitude, then walked away. That was essentially the last service we received.
We couldn't flag anyone down for side plates, napkins, or utensils, so we improvised. Fortunately, the appetizer and desserts came with large serving spoons, which we used as our personal cutlery. No napkins, though--we were apparently expected to embrace the rustic experience fully.
We watched nearby tables struggle to get service as well. Employees seemed frustrated whenever guests asked for blankets, since the outdoor heaters weren't being turned on. One manager told a nearby table that propane was being brought out for the heater next to us. It never arrived. Another two-top eventually left after sunset without ever getting the chance to order food or drinks.
To be fair, we came during Labor Day weekend, and it was clear the restaurant had started the day in the weeds. Earlier that afternoon, we stopped by and the bartender at the front was visibly stressed. She told us we could seat ourselves, but that we were about 40 minutes away from receiving any service because she was the only employee working.
So, if you come here, manage your expectations--and pack accordingly. Bring napkins, utensils, side plates, drinks, snacks, and possibly a small emergency flare in case your server has gone on a wilderness expedition around the lake.
I'd definitely come back for the view. The scenery is beautiful, the patio is fantastic, and sunset is worth the trip. Just don't expect the service to be remotely reliable.