At The Lake Break at North Shore, coastal charm pairs with the relaxed rhythm of lakeside living. The bubbles flow, the beer is cold, and every detail is chosen to feel thoughtful, welcoming, and just a little elevated.
It’s a place where ladies linger on the patio with a glass of champagne, where guys catch the game upstairs with an Old Fashioned, and where families dig into lobster rolls with laughter and lake views.
The Beginning: From The Break to The Lake
The story started on a golf course. Kevin Jones, a retired Head Manager for Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation, was golfing with James “Bam” Peck, owner of The Break in South Jordan, when a simple question sparked something bigger. Kevin asked Bam his thoughts on franchising.
Meanwhile, Kevin’s wife, Jill, a real estate and design professional with SLCCRIBS, was at Oquirrh Lake with her kids. She noticed a two-story building with a sunny patio overlooking the water. Jill texted Kevin right away: ”If we get this location, I’m all in.”
Kevin immediately called Bam. Jill looped in her close friend, real estate entrepreneur and Presidio owner, Jen Yeo. Jen’s husband, Darin Birschbach, joined as well. Within a day, the group knew they had found something special. A sister concept to The Break was born, one that retained the neighborhood spirit of The Break while introducing refined energy and a coastal twist.
The Founders
Each member of the Lake Break team brings their own unique talent and expertise.
Jill Jones, co-owner and design lead, grew up by Lake Michigan. Her coastal point of view defines the space, making it feel like summer year-round.
Kevin Jones brings calm leadership, operational know-how, and a deep understanding of community.
Jen Yeo of Presidio Real Estate brings business acumen and a sharp eye for raising the bar with hospitality.
Darin Birschbach, trained in hospitality, focuses on creating smooth guest experiences and warm service flow.
Finally, James “Bam” Peck provided the foundation to grow on. His thriving neighborhood restaurant—the original “Break”—sparked this next chapter.
Food With Personality
Chef Edward “Eddie” Wright completes the vision, with experience at Las Vegas’s world-famous Bellagio Hotel and St. George’s finest Wood Ash Rye restaurant. “I like to make food with a personality,” Eddie says.
Everything is fresh daily. Beef tallow in the fryers gives signature items a rich, addictive flavor. The menu feels elevated, but never fussy. Favorites include the Miso Chilean Sea Bass, Alaskan Halibut and Chips, Baseball Steak Frites, Bam Boat Burger, and Eddie’s Key Lime Pie with scorched meringue.
The Space and the Spirit
The Lake Break’s stunning interior completes the experience. Here, coastal sophistication meets Utah ease. Terrazzo floors, porthole mirrors, brass sconces, and rope lighting reflect the shimmer of the lake outside.
Upstairs, The Captain’s Quarters offers bourbon flights and game day screens. Downstairs, The Dock Bar keeps the energy breezy with cocktails and lakeside pours.
With events like the Catalina Wine Mixer to Coastal Brunch Sundays, Lake Break is quickly becoming a place people gather to experience moments that matter.
The Lake Break at North Shore is located at 4690 West Boardwalk Road in South Jordan.
Within a day, the group knew they had found something special.
Lake Break is quickly becoming a place people gather to experience moments that matter.