The Bungalow Lakehouse

46116 Lake Center Plaza, Sterling, VA 20165, United States
+1 703-430-7625
$$$ American restaurant
(2391 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Welcome to The Bungalow Lakehouse, a delightful American restaurant nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Sterling, Virginia. This charming eatery offers not just a meal, but a complete sensory experience overlooking the stunning lake. With a menu that boasts a wide variety of signature dishes, you are sure to find something that tantalizes your taste buds and a cozy atmosphere that encourages you to linger longer.

One of the highlights of the menu is the Signature Wings, available in an impressive array of flavors—from the sweet and spicy Buffalo Bay sauce to the tangy Habanero BBQ and the unique Chef's Signature Sauce. Each order comes with crisp celery and carrots along with your choice of dipping dressing—perfect for sharing or indulging on your own.

For those preferring something lighter or vegetarian, their Flatbreads are a must-try. Picture the Pesto Chicken Flatbread, topped with savory pesto sauce, fresh mozzarella, and garnished with aromatic basil—each bite bursting with flavor. Or opt for the classic Margherita Flatbread, featuring sliced plump tomatoes and creamy mozzarella, melded perfectly over a rustic tomato sauce.

The dining atmosphere at The Bungalow Lakehouse deserves its own mention. Guests rave about the experience of dining on the covered porch, where the gentle sounds of the lake create an inviting ambiance for all occasions, from casual lunches to special celebrations. Reviews from patrons like Lynette Terpak emphasize how the service, paired with views of the lake, enhances the entire dining experience, making it a perfect spot for any gathering.

However, it’s important to note that customer feedback has pointed out areas for improvement, particularly in service consistency and the balance of certain desserts. For instance, some diners, like Hanin DXB, felt that while the food was enjoyable, a focus on better customer care could elevate the overall experience to new heights.

If you’re planning a gathering, The Bungalow Lakehouse also excels in hosting events, as mentioned by Lindsay Nichols, who praised the staff for their attentiveness in making her sister’s birthday celebration unforgettable.

Whether you are looking to savor a hearty meal with family, enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with friends, or celebrate a milestone, The Bungalow Lakehouse offers a versatile dining experience that will surely satisfy. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy some of the region’s best wings and share wonderful memories by the lake.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Has live music
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Has private dining room
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

11:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Tuesday

11:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Wednesday

11:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Thursday

11:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Friday

11:30 AM - 2:00 AM

Saturday

11:30 AM - 2:00 AM

Sunday

10:30 AM - 12:00 AM

2391 Reviews
Hanin DXB

11 Sep 2025

“The food was okay overall — some dishes were definitely better than others. The dessert, however, was overly sweet and not very balanced. Service could use a lot of improvement; it felt like the staff wasn’t very attentive. With a little more consistency in the kitchen and better customer care, this place could be much more enjoyable.” Seating outside is amazing over looking the lake. The restaurant inside huge with tv screens .

Daniel Grove

22 Aug 2025

We came here for a friend's retirement party. I like that it has 2 huge separate areas. To the right is the main dining room and to the left is the sports bar. They had cordoned off part of the sports bar for us. They had hors d'oeuvres laid out against the wall. There was some serious great food for the party. Take a look at the pictures to see how many items were available. The staff was attentive with drinks and clearing plates. You can go outside to the raised patio to get a break and a smoke if you need to. Wonderful place, staff and food, so stop by for dinner or a sports game.

Lynette Terpak

06 Aug 2025

Just had the most enjoyable lunch. Since it was a gorgeous day, we sat on the the covered porch looking out on the lake. The service was fantastic - Tiffany made excellent recommendations and took great care of us. We all had the Lake house Cobb salad and it was super fresh and delicious. I look forward to going back and trying more of their extensive menu.

Laura Carnahan

31 Jul 2025

I googled dog friendly restaurants and for some reason this came up ! I guess cause they had a patio ! It is only friendly for service dogs !!! Atmosphere would have been better but didn’t actually feel like my dog was welcome! Ended up getting food to go !! If you don’t get off the daily special be prepared to spend way too much !!!

fariha tajnin

29 Jul 2025

I like this place. My friends, cousins and I come here sometimes to grab brunch and to relax. Their food is good, no complain there. Servers are good too. All the customers are very chill and enjoy themselves. Perfect area and they have many different rooms for different purposes which a great way to attract many customers!

David Coleman

07 Jul 2025

This is a popular place - very loud and busy. That said, I was on the big bar side. Can't speak to the restaurant side. Service was good. We had a couple of apps - reasonably priced but very average - it's a bar. The beer I got was bitter - not typical of that beer - so likely bad lines. I moved to a mixed drink - it was fine. I will come back and try again.

brett cammisa

05 Jul 2025

Visiting the area & stumbled upon this place near our hotel. Let me start off by saying our server John was amazing. We’ve never been there & all of his recommendations were spot on. Between the wings & splitting two different flavors. My shrimp tacos & trying the Brussels sprouts instead of the rice, & giving us a free dessert to try! 10/10 would absolutely come back. Not pictures was my girlfriends fajitas with chicken & steak, also super good & a lot of food. 1. Photo - POW pow shrimp tacos w/ Brussels, bacon, & Parmesan 2. Photo- wings. 5 spicy garlic 5 black pepper garlic 3. Photo- brownie sundae

Lindsay Nichols

12 Jun 2025

We hosted my sister’s 50th birthday party here and Haley and team were fantastic to work with! They made everything easy from start to finish. I highly recommend hosting an event there.

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