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Exceptional Lake Views - 1878 On The Lake, Delavan, WI

1878 On The Lake

4.3
4.3
451 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
With panoramic waterfront views, an innovative menu inspired by our Midwestern roots, and an all-new interior design, we invite you to dine with us lakeside at 1878 on the Lake. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and enjoy our all new menus, with a unique twist, as we pay homage to Lake Lawn Resort's long-standing history and celebrate what's to come.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat 7:00 am–12:00 pm Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (262) 725-9155
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Nico Rossi
  • Neighbourhood
    Lake Geneva
  • Cross Street
    US Hwy 50, east of I-43 in Delavan, WI
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • Lakeview Igloo Dining

    US$75.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Nov 14, 2024 - Mar 30, 2025
    Cozy up with family and friends in one of our winter igloos overlooking Delavan Lake on the 1878 on the Lake patio. Create memories while enjoying seasonal cocktails, chef-made meals, and more! Whether it’s a casual meal or a romantic date night, Lake Lawn Resort’s Winter Lakeside Igloo Experience is where memories are made, and stories are relived. 90 Minute Igloo rental is $75+tax plus the cost of any food & beverage purchased. Each Igloo seats up to 6 guests. Regular 1878 on the Lake menus will be available.
    Lakeview Igloo Dining photo
  • Breakfast/Lunch Igloo Dining

    US$45.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Nov 14, 2024 - Mar 30, 2025
    Cozy up with family and friends in one of our winter igloos overlooking Delavan Lake on the 1878 on the Lake patio. Whether a casual breakfast or quick lunch, Lake Lawn Resort’s Winter Lakeside Igloo Experience is where memories are made, and stories are relived. 90 Minute Igloo rental is $45+tax plus the cost of any food & beverage purchased. Each Igloo seats up to 6 guests. Regular 1878 on the Lake menus will be available.
    Breakfast/Lunch Igloo Dining photo
  • Thanksgiving Feast Buffet 2024

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    1878 on the Lake will be offering its annual Thanksgiving Feast Buffet on Thursday, November 28, 2024 from 11:00am - 7:00pm. Adults $68, Children 8-12 years $25, and Children 4-7 $14, and Children 3 and younger are complimentary. NA Beverage will be included for Children 12 and under. Prices are exclusive of 20% service charge and 5.5% WI sales tax. Regular menu will not be available. Parties of 11 or more may be seated at multiple tables close to each other. Seating variations are limited based on size of group and number of tables available on the different rooms assigned for this event.
    Thanksgiving Feast Buffet 2024 photo

What 451 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Great for scenic views

  • Lake Geneva

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
1878 On The Lake boasts "stunning lake views" and "beautiful surroundings," making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Guests enjoy a wide selection of dishes, including standout offerings like the "Wagyu Burger" and "prime rib." While service can be inconsistent, the atmosphere and picturesque setting often win guests over.

451 Reviews
  1. Charles

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef has every right to be proud of his presentation . They were delicious and ample for even the largest of appetites. The wines that were paired with the entrees were very well chosen. Great experience was aavailable to all.

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  2. Selma

    Milwaukee

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Family style wine tasting was fabulous. Unlimited food and wine. Private room with fireplace. Great conversations with new people. New wines showcased were excellent. New chefs are stepping food up from the past. Go. You will love it

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  3. Paul

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a wonderful experience at 1878 on the Lake. And how convenient it was to walk to our restaurant without having to go outside. The menu variety was very good, and the food was delicious. We started out with calamari as an app, and it was huge and perfectly done. I had the pan-fried walleye with asparagus risotto. Again, a large portion and expertly cooked. My sisters had the queen cut prime rib. For one it was perfect; the other sister wanted hers cooked more well-done which the server did in a short amount of time with not any bother. We had a beautiful view of the lake, too. And did I mention the well-priced expertly crafted cocktails? Excellent! I highly recommend this restaurant and the Lake Lawn Lodge Resort!

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  4. Joseph

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was the perfect date for that special someone. I booked a dinner in the igloo, and I highly recommend it if you want something private and away from a noisy crowd. The service was great, and the vibes were great. Overall, I highly recommend 1878 on the Lake if you want to impress your date.

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  5. Rebecca

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    One of the five orders was mixed up, the rest of the food was good.

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  6. Terri

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent - the Walleye is always great. The pork chop and steak cooked perfectly and the salmon delicious - love the flavors and Emily our server was so kind and attentive. Love her sense of humor. A must dessert - Mud Pie! Don't miss it!

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  7. Erika

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Was honestly one of the worst experiences we ever had. From service to food everything was a miss. Pear Martinis tasted like chilled fireball, prime rib came out actually rubbery raw blood red (looked like it came straight out of the cooler wish I was joking). Truffle fries had no truffle just fries with parm cheese sprinkled on top, server never asked if we wanted refills on drinks or checks how our food was. I could go on and on and on. Very disappointing for a girls weekend away we really wanted to enjoy a nice meal with each other and catch up. Will never go back.

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  8. Dan

    Milwaukee

    62 reviews

    4.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was not as good as the previous visits. Hope it was an off night. We will be back because it’s been excellent in the past.

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  9. Ronda

    Houston

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We were very disappointed based on the ratings and reviews. The views were stunning but the food was not great, we constantly had to ask for our waitress and the place honestly felt like a retirement home. This is the one meal we were looking to based on the reviews and drive 40 minutes each way to go.

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  10. IGOR

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall food was pretty good. Staff was very friendly and decor was very nice. Food was a little cold when it arrived and there was cold breeze by our seats.

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FAQs

1878 On The Lake is rated 4.3 stars by 451 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 1878 On The Lake

2400 E Geneva St, Delavan, WI 53115-2024

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    US Hwy 50, east of I-43 in Delavan, WI
  • Neighbourhood
    Lake Geneva
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat 7:00 am–12:00 pm Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Nico Rossi
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access
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