Lighthouse Restaurant in Cedar Lake, Indiana, offers more than just a meal — it creates a memorable lakeside dining experience shaped by warm hospitality, scenic views, and a menu designed to satisfy a wide range of tastes.
Nautically themed and thoughtfully designed, the restaurant brings together the charm of a waterfront setting with the comfort of classic American dining, serving steaks, seafood, and other familiar favorites in an atmosphere that feels inviting, polished, and distinctive.
Whether guests are stopping in for lunch, settling in for a romantic dinner, or enjoying a relaxed solo meal, Lighthouse Restaurant provides a setting that feels both special and comfortable.
What makes Lighthouse Restaurant especially appealing is the combination of quality, variety, and convenience. Guests can choose from outdoor seating, dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service, making it easy to enjoy the restaurant’s food and atmosphere in the way that works best for them.
The experience is enhanced by standout touches like fast service, a cozy fireplace, live music, and an excellent selection of beer, cocktails, coffee, dessert, and wine.
The menu goes beyond the basics with comfort food, healthy options, happy-hour drinks, and happy-hour food, while the full-service bar, table service, Wi-Fi, and free Wi-Fi add to the ease and enjoyment of every visit.
It is also known for catering, making it a strong choice for gatherings and special occasions as well as everyday dining.
Accessibility and guest comfort are clearly a priority at Lighthouse Restaurant. The property includes a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, toilet, and an assistive hearing loop, helping ensure that more guests can dine with confidence and ease.
The restaurant accepts reservations, and lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, especially since it is often busy and typically has a wait. With a strong 4.70-star rating from 4,857 reviews, Lighthouse Restaurant has built a reputation for delivering a consistently satisfying experience that keeps people coming back.
Located at 7501 Constitution Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303, and accepting credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, it offers the kind of dependable, high-quality dining experience that makes every visit feel worth planning for. Call +1 219-374-9283 to reserve a table or learn more.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
cherry peppers, banana peppers, roasted garlic aioli
jumbo lump crab cakes, cajun rémoulade, creamy corn salsa
jumbo lump crab meat, fococcia bread
buffalo sauce, bleu cheese dressing, celery
whipped goat cheese, peppercorn aioli, bacon onion jam, baby arugula
capers, shallots, dijon, peppercorn aioli, parmesan, crispy potatoes, cured yolk, crostinis
jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce, lemon
stracciatella mozzarella, evoo, balsamic
tortilla chips
asian slaw, soy sesame vinaigrette, sambal aioli
buffalo sauce, bleu cheese dressing, celery
thinly sliced beef tenderloin, demi-glace, caramelized onions, creamy horseradish
mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, garlic croutons, house vinaigrette
romaine, garlic croutons, aged parmesan, caesar dressing
iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, onions, thick cut bacon, egg, bleu cheese dressing
romaine, pico de gallo, creamy corn salsa, queso fresco, avocado, honey chipotle dressing, blackened chicken
mixed greens, tomatoes, bleu cheese crumbles, apples, crispy onions, balsamic vinaigrette
parmesan crusted chicken, marinara, garlic parmesan sauce, fettuccine pasta
blackened chicken breast, bell peppers, onions, cajun cream sauce, linguine pasta
beef tenderloin, fennel sausage, san marzano tomato sauce, parmesan, basil, linguine pasta
shrimp, scallop, mussels, lobster saffron tomato sauce, herb butter, linguine pasta
cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, malt vinegar aioli
two grilled chicken breasts, pepperjack cheese, pickled peppers, cajun rémoulade, shredded lettuce
blackened salmon, shredded lettuce, tomatillo avocado salsa, honey chipotle crema, queso fresco, pickled onions, flour tortillas
mixed greens, tomato, bleu cheese, roasted garlic aioli
mushroom marsala sauce, choice of two sides
rock shrimp risotto, blistered cherry tomatoes, saffron aioli, choice of one side
coleslaw, cocktail sauce, lemon, choice of two sides
lemon beurre blanc, tartar sauce, choice of two sides
coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon, choice of two sides
cold water lobster tails, lemon, clarified butter, choice of two sides
mixed vegetables, brandy garlic crust, szechuan vinaigrette, choice of one side
whipped goat cheese, green beans, bell peppers, onions, citrus vinaigrette, choice of one side
jumbo lump crab cakes, cajun rémoulade, creamy corn salsa, choice of two sides
roasted carrots, horseradish cream
8 oz. filet and cold water lobster tails
two 4 oz. filets with wild mushroom brandy sauce
homemade barbecue sauce, coleslaw
Two 4 oz. Filets, jumbo lump crab bearnaise, bordelaise
bourbon brown butter glaze
Hear from our valued guests
Went out for date night and couldn’t be more pleased. Our service from the moment we stepped in to when we left was impeccable. The bartender was extremely attentive even though she was swamped and our server Kelly was absolutely incredible. She let us know about their new spring menu and everything sounded delicious! Food was phenomenal. 10/10!
The experience here for Mother’s Day was phenomenal! Not just the amazing food, but the service and kindness of our server, Addison! She was attentive, positive, kind, and so helpful. What a gem!! We will be back for sure!
We had our wedding this past weekend 6/6/26 at Lighthouse and not only did they meet my expectations, they exceeded them. Hors d’oeuvres, soup, salad, and entrees (filet mignon, chicken st. Jacques, grilled Atlantic salmon, and pasta primavera) were phenomenal and we got so many compliments on our choices. We had cocktail hour in the lawn and atrium and that turned out amazing. We were extremely happy and everyone complimented us on that as well. We had the ceremony in the gazebo and it was beautiful. Sarah O’Reilly was the best event coordinator we ever could’ve asked for. I had so many little questions and she answered every single one of them quickly and in detail. She made our wedding day run so smoothly. We got so many compliments on how beautiful our wedding was and Sarah helped make that happen. She made our day run so smoothly. We are extremely grateful for her. I highly recommend Lighthouse as a venue.
Juliana was kind, poised and well-versed and dealing with big parties. We had a large group of different ages and she handled it with so much class. She’s so knowledgeable and the food came out piping hot. Excited to come back and dine outside next time.
We came to celebrate our birthdays (my son was born on my birthday). The service was excellent (shout out to Kelly) especially considering how busy it was for a Thursday night. We were a group of 8 and our drinks and dinners were all very good. The sun was setting and they had a live musician playing outside which really created an atmosphere of a tropical resort. 😊
It started with a miscommunication about who was going to take care of our table. As soon as our server was there everything changed. She explained the menu. Especial on drinks and food. Making suggestions. I got the watermelon sangria and the calamari as an appetizer and later ordered the fish tacos. Everything was delicious. Live music, nice atmosphere, amazing view. Came from Texas to visit friends and they brought me here. Loved it
Our waiter Tyler was the best! He was very personable, energetic, attentive, knowledgeable, and efficient. The bread came out warm and all the food was absolutely delicious. The ambience was very nice too. I loved that we were able to sit by the window and see the view of the lake from the restaurant.
Amazing! Great aquatic decor and supper club vibe. Tyler was awesome. All of our drinks and food were a home run. The fried shrimp are big and meaty, best ever. The walleye was sooo good. Everyone was so friendly and professional especially considering their age. Well done management!!
I have been here twice now, both times well worth it! This last time was for a special event. The staff were wonderful, kind and attentive. The filet mignon was done to perfection, exactly how I ordered it! The salmon was good as well, full of flavor. Beautiful views from the top deck, I cannot imagine at night! Landscaping around the restaurant was very well done and taken good care of. There is plenty of parking this time of day, and ample handicap parking. The inside of the restaurant and it's decorations, just well done! I would definitely recommend this restaurant for a more fine dining option.
Shoutout to Kelli my waitress! She was so fun and sweet. She sold me on everything. Drinks and food. I actually didnt have to look at the menu because her promoting skills on the appetizers, drinks, and entree was a 10 out of 10. She made my birthday special. Thanks Kelli! This was my first time and I'm definitely coming back with more ppl. Everyone was nice til the time we walked in til we left. Very hospitality. Beautiful establish with a amazing view. Reasonable price. Live but soft music. I love the man voice that was singing. I had a wonderful experience
Common questions about Lighthouse Restaurant
Lighthouse Restaurant is located at 7501 Constitution Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303, United States, Cedar Lake, IN, United States.
You can reach Lighthouse Restaurant by calling +1 219-374-9283.
Lighthouse Restaurant has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 4857 customer reviews.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Assistive hearing loop.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list, Live music, Serves local specialty.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Late-night food, Private dining room, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following planning: Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following children: Good for kids, Has changing table(s), High chairs, Kids' menu.
Lighthouse Restaurant features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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