I recently went to Pipers for lunch with my elderly mother who is diabetic. It was very busy so we expected a lengthy wait but were pleasantly surprised when we were seated immediately and waited under 15minutes for our meals. The meals were a generous size and the staff were friendly,efficient and helpful we now make lunch here a regular outing.

Approximate cost: $15

We keep coming back to Pipers (especially for breakfast) - great food, great service and a great location. The staff are always helpful and friendly and always happy to assist. We have tried many cafes in Ballarat, but we have struggled to find one as consistently good as Pipers.

Nice staff, good quality food, hearty meals and nice view of the lake. Pipers by the Lake is a lovely place to go for a family lunch

Went for a walk around the lake this morning and it was looking lovely. Then stopped at Pipers for breakfast. Had a veg breakfast and it was perfect... the hollandaise sauce was the best I've ever had, everything was so delicious. We has a great view out the window. And it was so warm inside. I also had a lovely pot of Chai tea, yum!! Definitely going back there again!

Approximate cost: $14.90

Absolutely fantastic lunches, especially on the $15 menu that includes a pot or glass of wine. Service is lovely, and so are the staff. Great menu, too.

Approximate cost: $15

Have been here a few times. Have found it to be very hit and miss with both food quality and service.

Also never quite sure when they are going to be open, and if they are open whether the kitchen is still open.

Lovely setting by the lake, but lacks atmosphere.

Like I said - hit and miss for me.

Oh and they serve their hollandaise cold...like ice cold...not sure whats with that.

I hadn't been here for ages and then saw these ratings on WOMOW and decided to go back again. We went with friends for brunch. Was excellent. Great food and excellent coffee. Will be back.

Approximate cost: $15

I am a regular at Pipers by the Lake and think it is a fantastic place and can recommend it highly. The food is honest and excellent value with the servings being quite generous. The service is friendly without being obtrusive and the location is just incredible with the restaurant sandwiched between the magnificent Ballarat gardens and Lake Wendouree. The coffee is also very good, something that cannot be said for many of the cafe's in Ballarat!!

Approximate cost: $15 - 25

A bit pricey for what you get,never the less the atmosphere is relaxing and on a fine day its great to sit outside. The waiters are usually pleasant and I like that they easily accommodate for young ones.Their rest rooms are very clean too.

Booked a table for 20 people, was greeted and served by a lovely waitress (Sarah i think her name was) who came to the table to take our order , although they generally don't offer table service . Everyone enjoyed their meals and all the staff were very pleasant, will definitely return . with Thanks