Cunningham's Journal On The Lake

Amazing food and amazing atmosphere. We had local beers and local whiskey. We stopped here on vacation but we will find a way to come back sooner than later.

Stopped at Cunninghams for lunch today, February 5th on our way home to Omaha. Was greeted promptly by the host and we asked to sit at the bar. There were 4 customers besides us and the bartenders friend. Although the bartender was friendly, the service was terrible. From ordering a beer to an appetizer, to having to stare at the back of her head so her friend at the bar could tell her she may be needed so we could place our lunch orders, it was a lot of work to get service promptly. Steak bites were not good, my fiance enjoyed his pizza, I asked for my burger medium and it came out black and well done. The onion straws were not good. I took one bite of my burnt burger and pushed my meal aside. The bartender now has an empty bar besides us and avoids us like the plague. About 10-15 mins after my plate has been pushed away she stops by to see if I want more water and I ask for her to remove my meal. I am quite surprised I was never asked if it was OK and if they could make something else or correct the burger. Very disappointing food and service. Pretty place, nice people who need to focus on patrons and not their friends, but the food is awful.

The inside of the restaurant, especially by the lake, was so beautiful that I thought I would like to come and try it later in the evening. But the skewer I ordered was too burnt. As soon as I lifted the wooden part of the skewer, it was all crushed, so I couldn't tell whether I was eating wood or meat. I was sad that I couldn't even talk to the store because I was on a road trip.

My first time going to Cunningham's the food and the senery was wonderful. My burger was season just right and very favorable. The French fries were delicious a nice golden brown with a snap to them. I didn't need Ketchup for the fries it would have taken away the flavor.

Always love eating here! Good never disappoints, and neither do the drinks! Highly recommend! Try their pork belly bites or journal bites, quesadillas and burgers to die for. Really anything on the menu can’t go wrong!

Let me begin with our service, it was fantastic Emily was an absolute Rockstar. She was knowledgeable and checked on us quite regularly. The food was cooked very good and the portions size were quite favorable. Would recommend to anyone staying at the number of hotels surrounding the area.

Service was great, we loved our waitress. The beer is also great. But I was a little disappointed in the food department. I really wanted to try the pork belly bites, but they were out. And I ordered a burger and so did my husband, and I saw that the sides were mixed up (which was fine, we just ate off of each other's plates). But what was most sad was the burgers didn't taste like there was any seasoning. I couldn't taste any one of the holy trinity spices neither salt, Pepper, or garlic powder. I will also add the bathrooms are individual rooms, which is very nice! I was just very psyched to try some delicious looking food, but the flavor fell short.

Everything was great until they put red and green peppers on the filet skewers without it being in the menu or having the server warn us. They were out of the Filet Medallion entree and the skewers would have been a good substitute but for the peppers I hate with a passion. Ruined the dish for me. Talked to the manager and they made it right. As a plus, the rib eye and the Jim Beam sirloin were very well received.

We got there for a late dinner after traveling all day. We were a bit tired but also hungry. Got seated quickly on the outdoor patio, which was very nice as the sun was setting, but no server came after 15 minutes so we moved our self to the bar where Brittany took great care of us. She helped us with our Beer Flights from the great selection of Craft beers on tap. Lots of varieties. They were out of the Filet Skewer so we each ordered the Three Skewers plate. Unfortunately the food came out barely luke warm. Brittany was very eager to take care of us though. She apologized and took the plates back for reheating. The great tasting varieties of beers more than compensated for our slight disappointment in the meals. Would still recommend.

Place was quite full even on an early Monday evening. Great food and drink selection. Roulette peppers were really fun. Some were nice and sweet; others nearly killed me. Service was friendly and attentive.