Review Boatshed Restaurant - Ballarat

We had the table right next to the lake, the view is honestly breathtaking and I couldn’t ask for anything more. Yet they still surprised us with exceptional food. The pasta was one of the best out of everything we ordered, definitely give it a try

Staff was lovely and location is great. Food was good but lacked a bit of seasoning and crispy pork belly didn't contain a lot of meat despite the generous serve. Aioli with fries was really good.

I’m hooked. Awesome staff. Great ambience and food never disappoints. Love the place. Did I mention, the amazing location.

Great food and friendly staff with excellent level of service. Amazing views of Lake Wendouree. Highly recommend this place and we will definitely be back for the Boat shed Big Breakie !

Great place for hang out with friends, you can even see the swans from the window. Great atmosphere, good food.

Ordered fried calamari and they were beautifully uncooked. Not the first time that something similar happens. Definitely the last time.

The food is delicious. Everyone at the table really enjoyed their meal - flavours were spot on; meal sizes should have been a little more generous for the prices. Would be a great place for an event such as our "mothers day" lunch on the water.

If you’re going to charge top dollar for the food ($178 for 2 people), it should at least be better than what I can make at home. As a previous review said, the $48 ribeye steak is pathetic. It was thin, looked like something from the Coles budget meat section, tasted like it had been fried in a pan with a bit of butter, and came with no sauce offers but with 3 bits of broccolini and 4 terrible potatoes. It was honestly one of the worst steaks I’ve ever had at a restaurant. If it was $20-$25, then fine. I’ve paid $90 for a steak that was more than worth it. But $48 for that is a rip-off. The barramundi was 2 small pieces in a heavy oily batter. I don’t mind paying good money for food when it’s worth it, but this definitely wasn’t.

Thanks Jay and all the staff for a tasty delicious seafood chowder tonight, fantastic meal, awesome service to match, I will highly recommend to my friends and we will see you again.

Great place for a relaxing view over the lake! Service is wonderful and food is great! Pork belly & the fish & chips are the best!

Nice view of the lake. The food and service are excellent. Lovely ambience and the staff are friendly and attentive!! We’ll definitely come back for another visit.

A lovely setting, ruined by overheating to the point it was preferable to sit outside in the cold. It's a shame that the deck area seems to be permanently booked. There was no reason why we couldn't have had a cuppa when the booking was later in the day. The owners need to keep in mind that the views over the lake is the reason why customers go there.

After a family mix up with bookings on Father's Day, staff fitted us in and we enjoyed our meals. Only one thing wrong our daughters meal was too salty. Told the staff and they were happy to pass on to chef.

Fabulous lunch - seafood platter to share, then a brisk 6 k walk around the lake and back for iced lattes. Wonderful service and fantastic food.

What a beautiful setting for a delicious lunch. I loved all there was to enjoy at this gorgeous restaurant. The view is just amazing especially on a sunny day like we were fortunate to have. A special stand out thank you to Jay who displayed 5� service. A true gentleman that gave us excellent service from the moment we walked in to when we left. A friendly smile, informative information, many visits to the table to be assured we were all satisfied, and at last someone that actually remembered the ice for my wine. � A true asset to this business. Thanks for a lovely afternoon. Will defiantly be returning ����� �

Had to interrupt the waitress eating behind the bar to get served, food was good but lukewarm. For a restaurant charging premium prices I was disappointed in the quality of staff and their service.

The staff are always so friendly but the best thing is the food! Never leave unsatisfied, absolutely delicious �

Great service and meals.The big breakfast was huge amd the view early in the morning was sensational with the cormorants drying their feathers on the dock.

Great service , fantastic view overlooking the lake with swans drifting in and out of sight. The food was good as well, my family and I all had a splendid time there.