Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant, nestled along the shores of Lake Erie in Hamburg, NY, is a cherished gem for both locals and visitors. Diners rave about the restaurant's stunning lake views, particularly from the lovely outdoor deck during summer months. The atmosphere is both serene and welcoming, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely meal. The menu offers an array of delicious American cuisine, from their famed Hoak’s Famous Steak End Burger to fresh salad options like the Grilled Chicken Salad. Customers frequently highlight the generous portions, particularly the shareable onion rings — a must-try for enthusiasts. The seafood specials, such as the cod and walleye, have won praise for their light batter and fresh flavors, often accompanied by delightful coleslaw. Service is another strong point, with patrons noting the friendly and attentive staff who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience. Personal anecdotes shared by diners, like amusing encounters with local seagulls, add a layer of charm to visits. Overall, Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant combines delectable food, exceptional service, and breathtaking views, creating an experience that resonates with warmth and satisfaction. Whether it's a casual dinner or a special occasion, this restaurant promises to leave a lasting impression.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant
Linda Balazs
Jun 3,2025
I love Hoak's. It's my favorite local restaurant even though I don't get out much. The best time is in the summer if you are lucky enough to get a table on the deck. The is always fantastic. And the service? Most excellent. Love it there.
Jennifer Danner
May 19,2025
Awesome experience! Order the onion rings if you like them. They bring you a whole plate of them ! Not just 5 or 6 onion pieces. I got the fish special (cod) and my husband got the walleye (I think). Both of our fish tasted wonderful. Light batter, fresh and I even loved their coleslaw. View of the lake was wonderful. It was the first time for me to see it frozen. Definitely will go back the next time we're up there.
Ula Jebara
Apr 29,2025
Service was fantastic today can’t wait for Hoak’s Summer Views! But there was a lady bartender and she told me her name (I forgot )but she was amazing. I mentioned to her I like outside and she had no waitresses but still helped me get the service I didn’t even ask for. She was sweet and very conversational. She made me feel comfortable and even made sure my food was cooked how I like it and assisted to make sure it was. She will keep the customers around! Oh.. the food and the view was also fabulous as always,but this review goes to show you, people make the place. Just my experience today before the food made me happy to return. Thank you!
David Rickey
Apr 23,2025
We love this place. The food is plentiful and delicious. The waitstaff is friendly and helpful, and the views are calming and joyful. But a seagull got our check and the 5 tip we left. We still laugh about that.
Cindy Resch
Apr 15,2025
Love this place! Excellent food with great service and seating on the deck at the edge of Lake Erie. Went there for a light dinner. Forgot to take a picture of the delightful dessert I got which was so yummy! Highly recommend Hoak's!
Cathleen Maass
Mar 9,2025
My husband and I stopped for lunch and we were pleasantly surprised by just how much we enjoyed ourselves. My husband absolutely LOVED the French onion soup and burger that he had. And I enjoyed the fish fry I ordered. The staff was very friendly and the service was quick and the food was nice and hot and had good sized portions for the price. We will definitely be coming back!
Brianne
Mar 6,2025
The food was absolutely fabulous, everyone got something different and all 20 of us loved our meals. Service was excellent, Atmosphere was warm and cozy on a cold rainy day after a funeral. They made our experience absolutely lovely from start to finish.
Teresa Pullano
Feb 21,2025
We drove from Rochester just to have lunch here. It is so worth the drive. Chris and Natalie are amazing!! We had so much fun with them. The food was wonderful!! So fresh and the portions are huge. My husband had the original Buffalo chicken sandwich and could not even finish half of it. The potato salad is delicious. Can't wait to take another road trip to there again!!
Reviews For Hoak's Lakeshore Restaurant