Lachlan's Restaurant - Macquarie Park

I've had a few attempts to dine at Lachlan's because other people have wanted to go there. I have contacted staff in advance to let them know I am vegan because I know they have nothing on their regular menu. With a lot of negotiation, you might get something other than a side dish of steamed vegetables or salad. Even if you succeed, the amount of fuss you have to make to let staff know that a chef has promised a vegan meal is unbelievable and stressful, so it is hard to avoid the food you eventually receive. I have also had the experience when we booked in a group and were asked to pre-order, then had to pay for someone who didn't show up, but they wouldn't let us take that person's food as takeaway. Non-vegans I have dined with have said the food is average and overpriced.

I had driven from Melbourne to Sydney and had been caught in torrential rain walking my dog looking for somewhere to have a nice glass or wine (or 2)

The food is pretty good, but thee overall atmosphere is really dull. It's like eating in one of those English Men's Clubs you see in movies. Service is adequate but ordinary. Go there for a quiet (very quiet dinner). parking is also a problem, especially for the disabled.

We were disappointed with our meal which lacked flavour and flair in its preparation. Our entree of scallops was particularly disappointing and the main course of barramundi fish was bland and lacking interest. The dessert of chocolate volcano was good. Service was adequate. Reasonable quality wines were available by the glass as well as by the bottle.

We ate here as a group of about 14 in September 2016. Dietary needs were all met, the service was fantastic and the food was delicious. For a small group, book the private Lakeside Room.