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    The LakeSide

    4.6 (35 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Yana J.

    Loved the ambiance and food at The Lakeside. The decor is cute, beachy vibes. Perfect for a date night or evening with friends. We had several shareable small plates (the tomato tart was our fav) and the wasabi crusted salmon and filet were amazing as well for mains! They also had a few mocktail and N/A beer options which is nice! I'd recommend getting a reservation as they fill up - especially around 6pm.

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    Kathryn E.

    I'm so happy to have this place in syracuse! It's a much needed addition to our home town. Fantastic food, good service, great vibe! For an appetizer - try the fish bites - they melt in your mouth!!! The dates are pretty good but I didn't love them. For dinner, the salmon was phenomenal! I also LOVE the Bibimbap - it is amazing. Kelly's house made kimchi is one of a kind. Prices for dinner are spendy for Syracuse. We spent around $100 per person and that included a drink or two, sharing a couple appetizers dinner, and sharing a dessert. Free street parking outside. I highly recommend this place when you come to northern Indiana, you've got to have lunch for dinner here.

    Strawberry Shortcake Cookie

    This place is spectacular. Vibes are good, decor is visually appealing, staff is swift and friendly, and the food is top notch. Highly recommend!!

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    AJ M.

    Dinner at Kelly Jae's is always a great decision. Their food is stellar, and the bar knows how to make a very good cocktail too. Menu is always rotating, which is fun and impressive that their consistent quality of dish and tastiness never wavers. Also, the service is always solid. Everyone is very friendly. It can sometimes be tough to get a dinner reservation for the weekend in the summer, but they do their best to accommodate. Lively atmosphere, but never over the top.

    Doug H.

    Beautiful renovated building with very enjoyable inside and outside seating. Friendly staff and great menu including breakfast and lunch. The only shop open in the evening. Definitely will visit again soon.

    Michael M.

    My S/O made reservations for my birthday as we had just driven in from DC and I couldn't have had a more stellar experience. Table by the window? Check. Perfect martini? Check. The food was phenomenal, everything had wonderful, balanced flavor and the large plate portions were generous. Highly recommend the asparagus salad and the wasabi pea-encrusted salmon if it's available on the menu, and the fries were perfect although the portion was small. Kelly Jae's punches well above their weight and finally means we don't have to settle for "lake food" when visiting the lake!

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    Amazing peach bruschetta and loved my Leche Martini. Loved the presentation and consider it the best date night restaurant in Syracuse, IN

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    Great service. The beef filet was cooked perfectly and was delicious. The scallops were slightly overcooked but still tasted fantastic.

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    The food is great here. Top notch quality. This is fine dining. This is a great spot for a special occasions. I highly recommend.

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    The cocktails are on point, the food is extraordinary and the atmosphere is lovely. This is a gem of a restaurant.

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    On July 7 Emma was delightfu from start to finish! The pesto chicken sandwich is yummy!

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    Excellent food, friendly staff and an overall exceptional dining experience. Absolutely fantastic food and atmosphere!

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