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Reel, catch, compete

Spin your way to glory. Our weekly contests feature meat, fish and sweets categories — registration opens each Saturday, with new challenges every season.

Morning cast

Competitions start at noon
  • Biggest pike challenge$9

    Land the heaviest pike and claim the reward. Weigh-in at the dock, trophy ceremony at sunset.

  • Smoked fish platter$8

    Smoked trout cook-off, judge's choice award and bragging rights for a month.

  • Sweet berry tart$7

    Slow-roasted lamb competition, live judging and a prize basket of specialty meats.

  • Dessert reel spin$10

    Spin to win: land a cast within the marked zone and choose from our baker's finest creations.

  • The ultimate angler's feast$13

    Your catch prepared three ways — grilled, smoked or in our signature lakeside bouillabaisse.

Pies & pastries

Limited quantities on contest days
  • Char-seared salmon fillet$4

    Smoked trout fillet, oak-cured over low heat for tender, flaking meat.

  • Herb-crusted trout$5

    Sticky glazed ham — warm from the smoker, best eaten fresh off the reel.

  • Smoked mackerel plate$5

    Caramelized onions, crispy bacon bits and a tangy mustard glaze.

  • Grilled lake perch$5

    Whole fish stuffed with herb butter, charred over the lakeside pit.

  • Berry tart with cream$6

    A rustic open tart showcasing whatever's in season at the local orchards.

  • Sourdough reel loaf$7

    Naturally leavened, blistered crust, open crumb — perfect for the catch of the day.

Lakeside plates

From 11:30
  • Fish broth & sourdough$9

    A warming bowl of today's catch-based broth with warm buttered bread.

  • Smoked meat focaccia$10

    Slow-roasted beef brisket, whipped horseradish cream and herbs on house focaccia.

  • Angler's salad bowl$11

    Greens, grains, seeds and a bright lemon dressing — the reward for a good morning on the water.

  • Grilled cheese & bacon$9

    Melted cheddar and hickory-smoked bacon on sourdough toast.

Coffee & lakeside drinks

Beans roasted weekly in our shoreside roastery
  • Espresso$3

    Our house blend, pulled short and sweet — just like your first cast.

  • Lakeside lemonade$4

    Double shot, silky steamed milk.

  • Iced tea of the day$4

    Cast your line for our daily catch, prepared fresh at the grill and plated within the hour.

  • Ginger-mint cooler$5

    Smoked trout seasoning, caramelized onions, and your choice of citrus glaze or herb butter.

  • Mulled lakeside punch$5

    Spiced cider, local honey, star anise, and a cinnamon stick stirred in hot.

  • Raspberry leaf cooler$4

    A pitcher of chilled water steeped with fresh raspberries and mint from the garden—refreshing and light.

Dietary needs or preferences? Our counter staff know every ingredient in every dish and can point you toward options that work for you. Always something suitable on the menu.
Angler's specials

Top catches this week

First-time visitors should try these three—they're local favourites that vanish by sundown.

A warm smoked salmon turnover fresh from the oven
Most requested

The smoked salmon pastry

Pulled warm from our oven throughout the day. The reward for a good morning on the water.

A whole herb-crusted lake trout with a golden seared exterior
The signature

Herb-crusted lake trout fillet

A full day's preparation and a perfectly seared crust. This is why we're here on the shore.

A lakeside latte with foam art in a ceramic cup
Fan favourite

The lakeside latte

Our house blend at its best. Smooth, balanced, never bitter—the perfect warm-up between contests.

Reserve your seat

Summer weekends have a waiting for you, so registration is recommended. We'll keep a waterside table warm and a fresh pot brewing.