Lake Club Dining
Enjoy an elevated dining experience paired with breathtaking views of Bear Creek Lake and the Blue Ridge Mountains at the Lake Club. Our menu features a variety of tantalizing appetizers, savory entrees, and decadent desserts for all tastes and dietary restrictions. Our beverage menu also features a hand-picked selection of fine wines, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, and a wide selection of beers including our exclusive Bear Lake Blonde and Brown. Make reservations at the Lake Club during your stay at Bear Lake Reserve and treat yourself a taste of the mountains.
Executive Chef Josh Oakley
Meet Executive Chef Josh Oakley, a culinary virtuoso hailing from Elmira, NY. Throughout two decades of experience, Chef Oakley has honed his craft at some of Florida’s most prestigious kitchens including the renowned Enzian Theater in Maitland and James Beard-nominated gastropub, The Ravenous Pig. The creation of his own gastropub concept, The Smiling Bison, earned him an invite to the James Beard Award Ceremony in 2018. He even received the honor of cooking for the official afterparty! Today, Chef Oakley’s culinary mastery is on full display at Bear Lake Reserve where he provides elevated dining experiences for owners and guests alike.
“ Dinner at Lakeside 54 was the perfect way to end a great day at Bear Lake Reserve. The view and the service was amazing and we are still dreaming about the delicious food we ate there. Definitely a dining experience you don’t want to miss during your stay! ”
– Will W.
Vacation Guest