The Adirondacks and Thousand Islands Restaurants

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  • 1. Hungry Trout Motor Inn Restaurant

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    This restaurant near Whiteface Mountain Ski Center earns high marks for its American fare, served in an attractive dining space with cloth-covered tables, candles, and a wall of windows. A section of the menu is devoted to the restaurant's namesake, trout. The delectable fish may be panfried or served in more- complex ways but it's not all about the fish here. Options include Long Island duck and New York strip steak. The cozy pub serves hamburgers and sandwiches.

    5239 Rte. 86, Wilmington, New York, 12997, USA
    800-766--9137

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 2. Barnsider Smokehouse

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    Smoked ribs are the specialty at this perennial local favorite, and if you like them you might consider buying the bottled barbecue sauce. The wedge-cut fries are thick and satisfying, and the hearty breakfasts include all-you-can-eat buttermilk pancakes. In warm weather you may eat on the small deck. There's also a full bar.

    2112 U.S. 9, Lake George, New York, 12845, USA
    518-668--5268

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 3. Belvedere Restaurant

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    Locals come into this casual, family-style restaurant for hearty portions of pasta, veal Parmesan, strip steaks, and a surf-and-turf combo of steak and lobster tails. There's a lounge and pool table.

    102 Bloomingdale Ave., Saranac Lake, New York, 12983, USA
    518-891--9873

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    Rate Includes: Closed Mon., No credit cards
  • 4. Café Sarah

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    This café-bakery has light fare like soups, hot and cold sandwiches, and baked goods. Bag lunches are available, too, for skiers, hikers, or anyone who just likes to brown bag it. Outdoor seating is available.

    260 Main St., North Creek, New York, 12853, USA
    518-251--5959

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 5. Captain's Landing

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    This family-oriented restaurant actually floats on the water (the foundation was once used as a dredge on the New York State Canal System). The oak-trimmed dining room has antique buffet tables. Try the prime rib (also served Cajun style), seafood pasta, porterhouse steak, or shrimp scampi. The menu also includes plenty of chicken and pasta dishes. The restaurant is part of Captain Thompson's Resort. A deck has open-air dining.

    49 James St., Alexandria Bay, New York, 13607, USA
    315-482--7777

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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  • 6. Cate's Italian Garden

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    Excellent gourmet pizza, seafood specialties, pasta dishes, a full wine list, and homemade desserts make it hard to decide what to order at this pleasant spot. Dine alfresco in the warmth, and by lantern light in the chill.

    4952 Main St., Bolton Landing, New York, 12814, USA
    518-644--2041

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 7. Cavallario's Steak and Seafood

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    Cavallario's is one of those places that quickly becomes a family tradition. Part steak house, part seafood eatery, the place also has a rich and lusty Italian streak. Try the bruschetta, escargot, or the hot peppers (a regional favorite) to warm you up for more-robust fare like the veal, manicotti, duckling, or the combination seafood in wine sauce.

    24 Church St., Alexandria Bay, New York, 13607, USA
    315-482--2160

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 8. Clipper Inn

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    Enjoy upscale fare in a casual, comfortable space with cloth-covered tables in this chef-owned restaurant. The menu at this local favorite emphasizes seafood: shrimp scampi, sautéed or broiled scallops, king crab legs. Filet Oscar is butterflied filet mignon dressed with crabmeat, asparagus, and béarnaise sauce; veal Oscar is similar. The menu also includes chicken Parmesan and other chicken dishes.

    126 State St., Clayton, New York, 13624, USA
    315-686--3842

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    Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Credit cards accepted
  • 9. Dancing Bears

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    This lively first-floor restaurant and bar at High Peaks Resort has been a hit with locals and out-of-town visitors ever since it opened in fall 2008. The menu has classics like big hamburgers and homemade pizza as well as steak. It's also great for breakfast.

    2404 Main St., Lake Placid, New York, 12946, USA
    518-523--3619

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 10. Davidson Brothers Restaurant and Brewery

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    In the heart of downtown, this English-style brewpub serves standard pub fare and manages to project that neighborhood-meeting-place feel that Brits love. Dishes include fish-and-chips, stout-and-cheddar soup, assorted wraps and salads, blue-cheese-topped steaks, and buffalo burgers. Try the sampler for the gamut of microbrews Davidson Brothers produces.

    184 Glen St., Glens Falls, New York, 12801, USA
    518-743--9026

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 11. Dockside Pub

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    Despite billing itself as the village's "best-kept secret," this sports bar and restaurant near the shore always seems to be hopping. The daily menu includes pizzas, burgers, appetizers, and dinner specials where the chef gets creative with what's in the kitchen. Cheese sauces are common. There's fish on Friday and prime rib on Saturday.

    17 Market St., Alexandria Bay, New York, 13607, USA
    315-482--9849

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 12. Foxy's

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    Gaze out at the St. Lawrence River as you tuck into the Italian-American fare at this waterfront restaurant between Clayton and Alexandria Bay. Families like the casual atmosphere, and the kids like the game room. Dishes include veal preparations, lasagna, eggplant Parmesan, sautéed chicken livers, chicken Parmesan, scampi, fried scallops with citrus sauce, and New York strip steak. Weekend reservations are strongly suggested.

    18187 Reed Point Rd., Fisher's Landing, New York, 13641, USA
    315-686--3781

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    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.--Tues., Credit cards accepted
  • 13. Great Adirondack Steak & Seafood Company

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    The extensive menu at this casual downtown eatery and microbrewery combines American and Continental fare. For a starter you might sample the escargots and mushrooms in puff pastry and cream sauce or bite into the nicely laden bruschetta. If you want a spicy-sweet start to your meal, try the Mardis Gras shrimp (spicy shrimp baked in jalapeño corn bread and drizzled with honey). Steak selections include a filet mignon (6- or 10-ounce options), sirloin sandwich, and New York strip steak au poivre. There are also seafood items, like the Seashore Pasta, packed with mussels, artichoke hearts, clams, portobella mushrooms, and sun-dried and grape tomatoes. The staff will know just which microbrew should go with your meal, and if you or your kids want to try a homemade brew but without the alcohol, order a root beer, made on the premises with pure mountain water and cane sugar. (If you're really curious how the brewing process works, request a tour of the small brewing facilities.) For a sweet finish, share a slice of the New York cheesecake drizzled with strawberries.

    2442 Main St., Lake Placid, New York, 12946, USA
    518-523--1629

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Reservations not accepted
  • 14. Jacques Cartier Dining Room

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    A pianist or harpist adds to the romantic tone of this elegant restaurant where you have views of Boldt Castle and the St. Lawrence River through floor-to-ceiling windows. The kitchen turns out fine American and French fare, all presented with flair. Broiled sea bass, New York–cut prime rib, and veal and lobster dishes are worth trying, as are the flaming desserts. The wine list is long, varied, and features several choices from New York State.

    17 Holland St., Alexandria Bay, New York, 13607, USA
    315-482--9917

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    Rate Includes: Closed Tues.--Wed., Credit cards accepted
  • 15. Log Jam

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    Like the East Cove restaurant, Log Jam looks like a refined log cabin, with three stone fireplaces and attractive wood furniture. Despite its down-home feel, the place serves upscale dishes like prime rib, roast duck, and steak au poivre, which comes with sautéed mushrooms and shallots in mustard sauce. Fish dishes include surf-and-turf combos as well as more-complicated preparations. There's also a salad bar.

    1484 State Rte. 9, Lake George, New York, 12845, USA
    518-798--1155

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 16. Pine Grove Restaurant

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    The restaurant's country-rustic decor is accented by plenty of ponderosa pine, and wildlife art adorns the walls. The menu includes sandwiches, burgers, steaks, and chops, which you may order at a table or at the bar.

    166 Main St., Tupper Lake, New York, 12986, USA
    518-359--3669

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    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.--Mon., Credit cards accepted
  • 17. Pizza Jerks

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    If you like New York City–style pizza, this is the place for you. This eatery has pizza on par with anything there, served up in a fun, casual atmosphere. Veggie lovers will enjoy the Tree Hugger (pesto, spinach, garlic, and more), while carnivores will go for the Carcass, loaded with every type of meat available in the restaurant.

    59 Iroquois St., Lake George, New York, 12845, USA
    518-668--4411

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 18. The Boathouse Restaurant and Bar

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    This casual restaurant right on the banks of Lake Ontario serves a robust menu with fun-loving entrée names like That Fire Thang, (a spicy hamburger concoction featuring salsa, jalapeños, and chipotle mayo). Other dishes include Alaskan crab legs, steamed Canadian mussels, wraps, pasta, and the fish of the day. There's a wine list and a martini list. Wi-Fi is available throughout the restaurant.

    214 W. Main St., Sackets Harbor, New York, USA
    315-646--2092

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    Rate Includes: Closed winter, Credit cards accepted
  • 19. The View Restaurant

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    Nestled inside the Mirror Lake Inn, the View warms you instantly with its mahogany paneling and views of Mirror Lake and the mountains and a seasonal menu that leans contemporary and sounds elegant. For example, you might dine on venison loin encrusted with pepper and coffee and served with foie gras and a black-currant reduction.

    77 Mirror Lake Dr., Lake Placid, New York, 12946, USA
    518-523--2544

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    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 20. Tin Pan Galley

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    The upstairs dining room, called 110 West Main, begins service at 5:30 pm daily; breakfast and lunch are served downstairs; and all three meals are served outside, weather permitting. Salads and sandwiches are popular—try the grilled portobello mushroom sandwich. Alfresco dining is in a New Orleans–style flower garden with wrought-iron gates and a stone archway. Wine tastings are offered on some days of the week.

    110 W. Main St., Sackets Harbor, New York, USA
    315-646--3812

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    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.--Tues., Credit cards accepted

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