Lakeside on Hauser is a vibrant restaurant located by the water in Helena, MT, that offers a delightful escape for food lovers and social enthusiasts alike. With its inviting patio overlooking the lake, the atmosphere is perfect for enjoying a meal during the summer months. Patrons rave about the friendly staff and welcoming environment, making every visit feel special.
Reviewers frequently highlight the freshness of the ingredients. The salads come highly recommended, while the ribeye steak impresses with its flavor and quality. For those seeking a unique appetizer, the Thai wings stand out with their perfect blend of sweet, sour, crispy, and juicy textures, while the chowdah fries offer a comforting twist on a classic dish.
The music adds another layer of enjoyment, as patrons often visit to listen to live bands while sipping on craft beers. The commitment to outstanding service, as noted by guests like Julie Satterfield, reinforces the restaurant's reputation as a beloved local hangout. Overall, Lakeside on Hauser provides a fantastic dining experience that combines great food, live entertainment, and a breathtaking lakeside view, making it a must-visit destination.
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
Highlights
Has fast service
Has fireplace
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has live music
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 happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trending
Trendy
Crowd
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 Lakeside on Hauser
Larissa Jackiw
Jun 19,2025
Great bar with very friendly staff and patrons. Nice place to hang out and drink outside by the water in summer!
Kara Marie
Jun 3,2025
Great place to grab food especially when there is a band and good weather! Seated right on the lake with an awesome patio and lots of tables. Salad was super fresh and the ribeye was great!
Oak Metcalfe
May 29,2025
Came out to listen to the band, stayed for beers and apps. The Thai wings were sweet and sour and crispy and juicy, just a perfect intersection of flavors. The "chowdah" fries were good, don't get me wrong, but I'll be back to try the chili fries. Cold Smoke and PBR, what else does a growing boy need?
Julie Satterfield
May 28,2025
A super huge shout out to Austin, Aaron, #1, Sam, Halston and Heidi! For making us feel so welcomed when we come out. For the most excellent brussel sprouts in Montana and truly having the best attitudes at such a hard job in the service industry. Don't change.
Cindy L
May 13,2025
It really cute place right on the water loved our waitress. I can’t remember her name. Dark wavy hair. Super fun. It was an awesome waitress. Remember if you can try to pay cash for tips that would be wonderful. I WOULD RECOMMEND
Kent Rice
May 6,2025
Great food and cold beer! The remodel is fantastic! Gives the place twice as much space. Love it! UPDATE: Ate here again and again it was great! Had burgers. One regular and one plant based. It's nice that they have that option. Beer was good as well.
Katie
Apr 29,2025
People, food, drinks and great views. What else could you want? Right on the lake. We love going for a drink and sitting in the patio chairs while the kids play in the grass or in the lake. Service is friendly and the food is fantastic.
Traveling Foodie
Apr 14,2025
Great service and great food here. I was super impressed with the Buffalo chicken sandwhich and there were other things that were yummy too! The drinks are basic bar drinks, but you can ask for special drinks.
Reviews For Lakeside on Hauser