Creating community
At the Lakehouse we celebrate the local history and family memories of the property, while expanding our new venue that welcomes everyone with delicious food and excellent service. OUR MISSION is to provide our customers with not only a restaurant, but also a hub where people can come together, make memories, and enjoy the beauty that is Shawnigan Lake. We will continue to explore and expand our venue offerings and create a place to celebrate, share, and enjoy.
WE VALUE the diverse groups of individuals within our community and beyond, and it is our wish that everyone feel welcome at the Lakehouse. Our casual atmosphere with excellent service makes it easy for all groups to enjoy; Families, friend gatherings, business retreats—all are welcome to come and enjoy everything the Lakehouse at Shawnigan has to offer.
Right in the heart of Shawnigan, the Lakehouse offers stunning lakeside views from the restaurant and three beautiful patios, as well as spacious grounds and a large dock. It is the ideal venue for any occasion.
Upcoming events:
BOOK YOUR TEAM OR LARGE PARTY EVENT
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TUESDAY NIGHT MUSIC NIGHT
We are featuring the amazing sounds of
Danielle Lebeau Petersen, Johnny Wright and Scott McGill
every Tuesday from 6 – 8 pm
Schedule for July:
July 1st (Canada Day): Scott McGill
July 2nd: Johnny Wright
July 9th: Danielle Lebeau Petersen
July 16th: Johnny Wright
July 23rd: Daniele Lebeau Petersen
July 30th: Scott McGill
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PATIO SERVICE OPEN
Outdoor dining when the weather permits.
(We do not allow any pets on the patio.)
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NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
We’re operating under our summer hours:
Sunday-Thursday 10 am-9 pm
Friday & Saturday 10 am-10 pm
For more information:
Call 250-929-2555| Email bookings.lakehouse@gmail.com
OWNER OPERATOR
Jill Tulloch
Jill Tulloch, owner and operator of The Lakehouse at Shawnigan, has spent her entire career in hospitality, working for 5-star resorts and hotels along the way. She has specialized in quality products, great guest experiences and hands on community relationships. Jill opened Clarke & Co., a unique craft cocktail venue in downtown Victoria in 2016, where the focus is on exceptional cocktail service culture in the community.
Her ambition with The Lakehouse is to create a place for the community to gather while supporting local farmers, businesses and families. She resides right in Shawnigan Lake and continues to look forward to welcoming everyone to the Lakehouse, where a world of new, and wonderful, memories is unfolding.
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Richard Dykeman
Chef Richard was promoted from within the Lakehouse for fostering an environment that is learning and comfort driven. His notable previous experience includes a three year tenure at Saveur working for award winning Chef Robert Cassels. Chef Richard is passionate about creating bright flavors and bringing the beauty of our local terroir to a more approachable and laid back lake environment.
BAR MANAGER
Raven A. Dales
Raven has been in the Food & Beverage industry since 2011, beginning in the culinary arts program at VCC. She worked in restaurants in Vancouver & Victoria, ranging from casual fair to fine dining. While doing so, she studied through the WSET program to better understand the relationship between food pairings and beverages.
Her shift into front-of-house roles was a slow smoulder in the last couple years of her culinary-focused career. She wanted a better understanding of all parts of a restaurant—striving towards a better hospitality experience for all. She began bartending in late 2018, learning the ropes from the godfather’s of the Victoria Cocktail scene Solomon Siegel & Shawn Soole, as well as Nimble Bar Co.
Following her tenure as Head Bartender at Pagliacci’s, she had the opportunity to work with some incredible people, and shape some of the bar programs in Victoria. Every venue continued to give her the tools to be a better hospitality professional and teach her how to better connect all facets of the guest’s experience.
The team is a firm believer in, and supporter of, its local community.
The lake experience is a prime feature here, and the community is now able to come in for some dining fun, creating great memories, sharing a bottle or two and tasting the best of what Cowichan Valley’s producers provide, all put together under the skilled and passionate hands of our talented culinary team.