The Oaks at Lakeside Menu (Update 2025)
The Oaks at Lakeside is a charming American restaurant located in Encino, CA, offering a picturesque setting overlooking a lake. Known for their vegan and vegetarian options, delicious cocktails, and stunning views, this restaurant is a hidden gem in the San Fernando Valley. With a variety of savory appetizers and crowd favorites like vegan enchiladas, the menu caters to diverse tastes. The attentive service, quality food, and inviting atmosphere make dining at The Oaks a memorable experience. From the outdoor seating area to the full bar with signature cocktails, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a casual brunch spot or a romantic dinner by the lake, The Oaks at Lakeside provides a serene ambiance and delectable dishes worth savoring.
Lunch
Ironman Omelette
Egg-whites, spinach, tomatoes, Piquillo peppers, mushrooms, onions, avocado
Build Your Own Omelette
Choose three: chicken apple sausage, smoked salmon, applewood bacon, cheddar, goat cheese, Mozzarella, tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, spinach
Huevos Rancheros
Two eggs sunny side up, corn tortilla, queso fresco, fried black beans, spicy chili sauce, pico de gallo
Classic Breakfast
Two eggs any style, pancakes, chicken apple sausage or Applewood bacon
Croissant Sandwich
Scrambled eggs, Applewood bacon, tomato, Gruyere, warm croissant
Mediterranean Shakshuka
Mediterranean-style eggs, tomato sauce, chili pepper, onion, cumin, algerian spice
Club Benedict
Two poached eggs, english muffin, Canadian ham or smoked salmon, hollandaise sauce
Lakeside French Toast
Brioche, seasonal fruit, maple syrup
Mediterranean Cioppino Soup
Tomato, clams, calamari, shrimp, saffron, oregano
French Onion Soup
Toasted point, melted Mozzarella
Soup Of The Day
Please ask your server for details
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Iceberg lettuce, chicken, shredded carrots, lemon grass, hoisin sauce
Truffle French Fries
Parmesan, parsley, white truffle oil
Spicy Chicken Pesto Pizza
Roasted tomatoes, pesto, basil`
Chef Selection Charcuterie
Brie, Camembert, Saint Agur Blue, Parma Prosciutto, Pamplona Chorizo, Coppa Salami
Calamari Fritti
Fried calamari, marinara, cilantro lime aioli
Maryland Crab Cakes
Blue crab, organic greens, chipotle aioli
Ahi-Tuna Tartare
Avocado, crispy wontons, seaweed salad, sushi sauce drizzle, sesame seeds
Italian Flatbread
Parmesan, Mozzarella, prosciutto, arugula
Vegetarian Flatbread
Mozzarella, eggplant, asparagus, mushrooms, zucchini, basil
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Corkscrew pasta, red onion, cheddar, Gruere, lobster, oyster crackers
Poached Wild Salmon
Butter lettuce, red bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, dill sauce, balsamic vinaigrette
Santa Fe Chicken
Romaine, avocado, jicama, corn, tortilla strips, paprika, cherry tomatoes, chipotle dressing
Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna
Asian greens, Napa cabbage, bean sprouts, pickled ginger, seaweed, sesame vinaigrette
Lime Chicken
Mixed greens, asparagus, mixed veggies, tomato, avocado, corn, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, lime vinaigrette
Lobster Mango
Boston lettuce, jicama, cherry tomato, mango, asparagus, onions, cold water lobster, avocado and mango vinaigrette
Grilled Flat-Iron
Spinach, arugula, avocado, cherry tomatoes toasted pine nuts, red wine vinaigrette
Classic Caesar
Parmesan, romaine, fresh croutons
Beet
Arugula, goat cheese, red & golden beets, pears, pistachios, mango vinaigrette
Greek
Romaine, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, onions, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette
Cobb
Oven roasted turkey, blue cheese, avocado, applewood bacon, hard boiled egg, tomato, red onions, romaine lettuce, red wine vinaigrette
Lakeside Burger
Angus beef, tomato, watercress, cheddar, onion ring, horseradish aioli, brioche bun
Lamb Burger
Pickled apple kimchi, sun-dried tomato tapenade, watercress, harissa mayo, brioche bun
Kobe Burger
Lettuce, tomato, grilled onions, harissa mayo, brioche bun
Short Rib Panini
Tomatoes, Gruyere, horseradish aioli, French baguette
Turkey Club
Lettuce, avocado, tomato, Applewood bacon, mayo, toasted sourdough
Blackened Chicken
Lettuce, avocado, tomato, cilantro lime aioli, French baguette
Chicken Pesto Panini
Provolone, sun-dried tomatoes, horseradish aioli, French baguette
Veggie Burger
Homemade seasonal vegetable patty, brown rice, boston lettuce, tomato, avocado, chipotle aioli
Seafood Linguine
Tiger shrimp, clams and calamari, garlic, white wine
Fettuccine Alfredo
Grilled chicken, alfredo sauce, garlic, white wine, Parmesan
Angel Hair Pasta
Fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil
Black Linguine
Tiger shrimp, saffron, lobster meat, pink sauce
Mushroom Ravioli
Portobello mushrooms, sauteed asparagus, creamy Marsala sauce
Almond Crusted Tilapia
Basmati rice, vegetables, lemon mango sauce
Fish Tacos
Coleslaw, cilantro lime aioli, avocado, mango salsa, corn tortillas, brown rice
Grilled Salmon
Sauteed spinach, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, capers, garlic wine sauce
Chicken Piccata
Chicken, capers, lemon butter
Chicken Marsala
Chicken, roasted potatoes, broccoli, mushrooms, Marsala wine
Chicken Milanese
Breaded chicken, arugula salad, rosemary potatoes, lemon herb sauce
Chilled Gazpacho
Chipotle Chicken Club
Applewood bacon, avocado, jack cheese, pickled red onions, chipotle aioli, ciabatta
Lobster Pizza
Mozzarella, lobster, shrimp, pink sauce, basil
Lakeside Paella
Lobster tail, clams, mussels, tiger shrimp, chicken, chorizo, sausage, peas, saffron rice
Veal Osso Buco
Braised veal shank, asparagus, risotto
Filet Mignon Medallions
Pomme frites, mixed green salad, mushroom hollandaise sauce
Ironman Omelette
Egg-whites, spinach, tomatoes, Piquillo peppers, mushrooms, onions, avocado
Biscuits And Gravy
Chicken & pork sausage, American Cheese
Steak And Eggs
oz New York, two eggs, bearnaise sauce
Encinorrito
Eggs, Cheddar, chorizo, Pico de Gallo, potatoes
Huevos Rancheros
Two eggs sunny side up, corn tortilla, queso fresco, fried black beans, spicy chili sauce, pico de gallo
Classic Breakfast
Two eggs any style, pancakes, chicken apple sausage or Applewood bacon
Croissant Sandwich
Scrambled eggs, Applewood bacon, tomato, Gruyere, warm croissant
Mediterranean Shakshuka
Mediterranean-style eggs, tomato sauce, chili pepper, onion, cumin, Algerian spice
Club Benedict
Two poached eggs, english muffin, Canadian ham or smoked salmon, hollandaise sauce
Lakeside French Toast
Brioche, seasonal fruit, maple syrup
Salmon Omelet
Salmon, goat cheese, chives, sauteed potatoes
Nutella Dream Pancakes
Nutella, strawberries, bananas, whipped cream, maple syrup
Chilaquiles
Chorizo, scrambled eggs, queso fresco, salsa verde
Blueberry Pancakes
Fresh blueberries, pecans, cinnamon, whipped cream
Ahi-Tuna Tartare
Avocado, crispy wontons, seaweed salad, sushi sauce, sesame seeds
French Onion Soup
Toasted point, melted Mozzarella
Italian Flatbread
Parmesan, Mozzarella, prosciutto, arugula
Chicken Lettuce Wrap
Iceberg lettuce, chicken, shredded carrots, lemon grass, hoisin sauce
Calamari Fritti
Fried calamari, marinara, cilantro lime aioli
Chef Selection Charcuterie
Brie, Camembert, Saint Agur Blue, Prosciutto, Chorizo, Coppa Salami
Gambas Al Ajillo
Shrimp, olive oil, garlic, parsley, white wine, red chili
Cioppino Soup
Tomato, clams, calamari, shrimp, saffron, oregano
Chicken Pesto Panini
Provolone, sun-dried tomatoes, horseradish aioli, French baguette
Short Rib Panini
Tomatoes, Gruyere, horseradish aioli, French baugette
Blackened Chicken
Lettuce, avocado, tomato & basil aioli, French baugette
Turkey Club
Lettuce, avocado, tomato, Applewood bacon, mayo, toasted sourdough
Kobe Burger
Lettuce, tomato, grilled onions, harissa mayo, brioche bun
Lamb Burger
Pickled applie kimchi, sun dried tomato, tapenade, watercress, harissa mayo, brioche bun
Veggie Burger
Homemade seasonal vegetable patty, brown rice, boston lettuce, tomato, avocado, chipotle aioli
Almond Crusted Tilapia
Basmati rice, vegetables, lemon mango sauce
Eight Hour Short Ribs
Mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine demi-glaze
Filet Mignon
Mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, peppercorn sauce
Blackened Wild Salmon
Grilled seasonal vegetables, mango salsa, lemon buerre-blanc, basil pesto
Chicken Picatta
Chicken, capers, lemon butter
Chilean Sea Bass
Macadamia crusted, spinach, mango lemongrass sauce
Black Linguini
Tiger shrimp, clams, calamari, garlic, white wine
Mushroom Raviolis
Portobello mushrooms, sauteed asparagus, creamy Marsala sauce
French Cut Pork Chop
Sauteed spinach, sweet potato fries, chipotle honey mustard
Lobster Mango
Boston lettuce, jicama, tomato, mango, asparagus, onions, avocado, cold water lobster, mango vinaigrette
Lime Chicken
Mixed greens, asparagus, mixed veggies, tomato, avocado, corn, grilled chicken, lime vinaigrette
Classic Caesar
Parmesan, romaine, fresh croutons
Santa Fe Chicken
Romaine, avocado, jicama, corn, tortilla strips, chipotle dressing
Cobb
Oven roasted turkey, blue cheese, avocado, Applewood bacon, hard boiled egg, tomato, red onions, romaine lettuce, red wine vinaigrette
Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna
Asian greens, Napa cabbage, bean sprouts, pickled ginger, seaweed, sesame vinaigrette
Greek
Romaine, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, onions, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette
Chilled Gazpacho
Chipotle Chicken Club
Applewood bacon, avocado, jack cheese, pickled red onions, chipotle aioli, ciabatta
Lobster Pizza
Mozzarella, lobster, shrimp, pink sauce, basil
Lakeside Paella
Lobster tail, clams, mussels, tiger shrimp, chicken, chorizo, sausage, peas, saffron rice
Veal Osso Buco
Braised veal shank, asparagus, risotto
Filet Mignon Medallions
Pomme frites, mixed green salad, mushroom hollandaise sauce
Bottomless Mimosa
Minute Service
Bottomless Sangria
Minute Service
Lakeside Bloody Mary
Bottled Water
Sole Still ~ Sparkling
Prosecco, Ruffino, Italy, NV
Rose, Balletto
Savignon Blanc, Villa Maria
Chardonnay, Landmark Overlook
Pinot Noir, A To Z
Syrah, Bell
Malbec, Portillo
Brunch
Dinner
Charcuterie Plate
Brie, Camembert, Saint Agur Blue, Parma Prosciutto, Pamplona Chorizo, Coppa Salami
Spicy Chicken Pesto Pizza
Sun-dried tomatoes, grilled onions, dried red chili
Italian Flatbread
Mozzarella, prosciutto, shaved Parmesean, arugula
Vegetarian Flatbread
Mozzarella, eggplant, asparagus, mushrooms, zucchini, basil
Lobster Mac & Cheese`
Corkscrew pasta, red onion, cheddar, Gruyere, lobster, oyster crackers
Ahi Tuna Tartare
Avocado, crispy wontons, seaweed salad, sushi sauce drizzle, sesame seeds
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Iceberg lettuce, chicken, shredded carrots, lemon grass, hoisin sauce
Calamari Fritti
Fried calamari, marinara, cilantro lime aioli
Maryland Crab Cakes
Blue crab, organic greens, chipotle aioli
Gambas Al Ajillo
Sauteed shrimp, garlic oil, dried red chilli, parsley, white wine
Mediterranean Cioppino
Tomatoes, clams, calamari, shrimp, saffron, oregano
French Onion
Toast point, melted Mozzarella
Soup Du Jour
Please ask your server for details
Chilled Gazpacho
Mediterranean Side Salad
Sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley
Santa Fe Chicken
Romaine, avocado, jicama, corn, tortilla strips, cherry tomatoes, paprika, chipotle dressing
Sesame Crusted Ahi
Asian greens, Napa Cabbage, bean sprouts, pickled ginger, seaweed, cherry tomatoes, sesame vinaigrette
Lime Chicken
Mixed greens, asparagus, mixed veggies, tomato, avocodo, corn, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, lime vinaigrette
Lobster Mango
Mixed greens, Boston lettuce, jicama, tomato, mango, asparagus, onions, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cold water lobster, mango vinaigrette
Classic Caesar
Parmesan, romaine, fresh croutons
Beet
Arugula, goat cheese, red & golden beets, pears, pistachios, mango vinaigrette
Greek
Romaine, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, onions, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette
Burrata Capresse
Heirloom tomatoes, balsamic reduction, pesto, micro greens
Lakeside Burger
Angus beef, tomato, watercress, cheddar, onion ring, horseradish aioli, brioche bun
Lamb Burger
Pickled apple kimchi, sun-dried tomato tapenade, watercress, harissa mayo, brioche bun
Kobe Burger
Lettuce, tomato, grilled onions, harissa mayo, brioche bun
Short Rib Panini
Tomatoes, Gruyere, horseradish aioli, French baguette
Black Linguine
Tiger shrimp, saffron lobster meat, pink sauce
Spaghetti Bolognese
Parmesan, ground beef, marinara, parsley
Seafood Linguine
Tiger shrimp, clams, calamari, garlic, white wine
Mushroom Ravioli
Portobello mushrooms, sauteed asparagus, creamy marsala sauce
Lakeside Veggie Lasagna
Eggplant, zucchini, Mozzarella, Parmesan, marinara sauce
Angel Hair Pasta
Fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil
Fettuccine Alfredo
Grilled chicken, alfredo sauce, garlic, white wine, Parmesan
Blackened Wild Salmon
Grilled seasonal vegetables, mango salsa, lemon buerre-blanc, basil pesto
Chilean Sea Bass
Macadamia crusted, sauteed spinach, mango lemongrass sauce
Mediterranean Branzino
Grilled, seasonal vegetables, lemon buerre-blanc, basil pesto
Chicken Marsala
Chicken, roasted potatoes, broccolli, mushrooms, Marsala wine
Filet Mignon
Mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, peppercorn sauce
Eight Hour Short Ribs
Mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, pickled red onions, red wine demi-glaze
Chicken Piccata
Chicken, capers, lemon butter, mashed potatoes, vegetables
Grilled Lamb Chops
Rosemary roasted potatoes, Haricot Vert, Dijon mustard sauce
Lakeside Paella
Lobster tail, clams, mussels, tiger shrimp, chicken, chorizo, sausage, peas, saffron rice. Suggested Wine Pairing: Pairs perfectly with a glass of Landmark Chardonnay $
Veal Osso Buco
Braised veal shank, asparagus, risotto.Suggested Wine Pairing: Pairs perfectly with a glass of Bell Syrah $
French Cut Pork Chop
Sauteed spinach, sweet potato fries, chipotle honey mustard.Suggested Wine Pairing: Pairs perfectly with a glass of A to Z Pinot Noir $
Lakeside Ribeye
Yukon gold mashed potatos, seasonal vegetables, bordelaise. Suggested Wine Pairing: Pairs perfectly with a glass of Daou Cabernet $
Lamb Stew Royale
Cous-cous, chicken, merguez sausage, harissa. Suggested Wine Pairing: Pairs perfectly with a glass of Portillo Malbec $
Mussels Meuniere
PEI mussels, pomme frites. Suggested Wine Pairing: Pairs perfectly with a glass of Cass Viognier $
Lobster Pizza
Mozzarella, lobster, shrimp, pink sauce, basil. Suggested Wine Pairing: Pairs perfectly with a glass of Balleto Rose
Steak Frites
Skirt steak, red wine demi-glaze, chimichurri, shoe string fries.Suggested Wine Pairing: Pairs perfectly with a glass of Seven Deadly Zins $
French Onion
Toast point, melted Mozzarella
Petite Caesar Salad
Romaine, croutons, Parmesan cheese
Burrata Capresse
Heirloom tomatoes, balsamic reduction, pesto, micro green
Ahi Tuna Tartare
Avocado, crispy wontons, seaweed salad, sushi sauce drizzle, sesame seeds
Calamari Fritti
Fried calamari, marinara, cilantro lime aioli
Fettuccine Alfredo
Grilled chicken, alfredo sauce, garlic, white wine, Parmesan
Black Linguine
Tiger shrimp, saffron lobster meat, pink sauce
Chicken Piccata
Chicken, capers, lemon butter, mashed potatoes, vegetables
Almond Crusted Tilapia
Basmati rice, vegetables, lemon mango sauce
Blackened Wild Salmon
Grilled seasonal vegetables, mango salsa, lemon buerre-blanc, basil pesto
Eight Hour Short Ribs
Mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, pickled red onions, red wine demi-glaze
Creme Brulee
French vanilla custard, berries
Bread Pudding
Caramelized walnuts, raisins, French vanilla ice cream, caramel drizzle
Baletto Rose, Russian River, California
Hess Select Chardonnay, Monterey, California
Bell Syrah, Sierra Foothills, California
Sunset Menu
Happy Hour
Sparkling Wine
Raimat Rose
Domino Chardonnay
Domino Cabernet
Red Sangria
Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc
Portillo Malbec
Latitude Blood Orange IPA
Blue Moon
Luponic Distortion
Blonde Ale
Dos Equis Lager Especial
Mixed Bar Bites-Chef's Selection
Platter
Salmon Tower
Salmon tartare, avocado, scallions, sesame seeds
Calamari Fritti
Red sauce, cilantro lime aioli
Gambas Al Ajillo
Shrimp, olive oil, garlic, white wine, dried red chili
Lakeside Beef Sliders
Cheddar, sweet relish, tomato, onion, house spread
BBQ Short Rib Tostones
charred corn salsa, bbq sauce, plantain
Poutine Du Filet Mignon
Filet Mignon, French Fries, Cheese Curd, Black Peppercorn, Cognac Sauce, Au Provie Sauce
Smoked Salmon Carpaccio
Smoked salmon, egg, red onion, capers
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Corkscrew pasta, red onion, cheddar, Gruyere, lobster, oyster crackers