Lake Placid's dining scene is diverse and innovative, with many restaurants featuring locally sourced food. Choose from Adirondack style barbecue, farm-to-table, and gourmet innovation to name a few. Lake Placid's restaurants provide an array of options amidst a spectacular backdrop that can only be found in the Adirondack Mountains.
Craft cocktail, anyone?
Lake Placid, well known for its daytime outdoor activities, also boasts a nightlife that keeps the streets bustling and the fun happening well after dark. Rub shoulders with the locals and grab a bite to eat at one of our famous brew pubs or a cozy corner tavern. Spend a quiet night enjoying cocktails over the water, or hit one of the sports bars to cheer on your favorite team. Feel like dancing or listening to live music? Lake Placid can help you out with that, too!
From farm to table
Lake Placid is rightfully becoming one of the best locations to dine in the Adirondacks for a reason. The restaurants in town are combining the best in tradition with flavorful experiments. They are locally sourcing from small farms and upholding the Lake Placid tradition of elegance with a mountain twist to it. Here’s a list of restaurants that are trying new things while staying committed to classic Adirondack deliciousness.
Dining with a view
Enjoy your meal surrounded by mountain vistas and pristine lakes. Watch the sunset and dine under the stars. There are many restaurants in Lake Placid that offer outdoor and lakeside seating. You can also get your food to go to create your own outdoor dining experience along the waterfront in Mid’s Park.
Dining with a view
Enjoy your meal surrounded by mountain vistas and pristine lakes. Watch the sunset and dine under the stars. There are many restaurants in Lake Placid that offer outdoor and lakeside seating. You can also get your food to go to create your own outdoor dining experience along the waterfront in Mid’s Park.
Generations
2559 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 837-5052
Golden Arrow's family friendly restaurant, "Generations," is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. In keeping with the sustainable philosophy of the Golden Arrow, the menu features many foods that are grown and raised locally. Our goal is to keep it...
Wyatt's
2525 Main Street, Suite 2Alpine Mall, Lake Placid
(518) 523-2388
A local favorite, Wyatt's has you covered when you get that apres ski, apres shop, apres whatever Tex Mex hankerin'! Located in the Alpine Mall on Main Street, you'll find Burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and few specialties of our own creation! We make...
'Dack Shack
2099 Saranac Ave, Lake Placid
(518) 523-3555
Food with an attitude! If you like seriously good food made with quality ingredients you won't want to miss the 'Dack Shack. The Shack, as locals lovingly refer to it, is a one-of-a-kind experience! Brunch (weekends), Lunch and Dinner all have a...
The Cabin Grill
2520 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 302-4863
The Cabin Grill is a cozy breakfast destination with a warm and inviting atmosphere of authentic Adirondack hospitality, and featuring traditional twig design. The Cabin Grill is also available for private events, and offers outdoor seating on Main...
Eleanor's Pasta Kitchen
2525 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 523-2388
Opened in the winter of 2017, Eleanor's Pasta Kitchen specializes in quick service made-to-order pasta. Think 'Chipotle' but with pasta. Choose your pasta, sauce, and meat/veggie. We've got the rest! Wine, beer, sides, and desserts are also available....
Upstairs Grill Steak & Seafood
2490 Main St, Lake Placid
(518) 302-5451
The only steakhouse in town! Centrally located overlooking Main St in Downtown Lake Placid. The Upstairs Grill features the tender wet aged steaks, beautiful seafood, and hand made wood fired pizza. Our well appointed second floor dining room gives...
Caffe Rustica Catering
1936 Saranac Avenue, Suite 105, Lake Placid
(518) 523-7511
Welcome to Caffe Rustica! Our chefs, trained at the Culinary Institute of America, prepare fresh Mediterranean style food daily. We are known for our delectable entrees and wood-fired pizzas. Visit our website for updated menus and information!
Mr Mike's Pizza
2742 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 523-9770
Specializing in pizza & homemade Italian dinners. Conveniently located one block away from the Olympic Center. Eat-in, take-out, free delivery. Mon - Thurs 4pm - 10pm Fri - Sun 12pm - 10pm Mr. Mike's also offers a private Banquet Room for larger...
The View Restaurant at the Mirror Lake Inn
77 Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid
(518) 302-3000
A truly exceptional dining experience, The View is Lake Placid's only AAA Four-Diamond "Exceptional" rated restaurant. We have also received the Wine Spectator's Dining Guide Award for Excellence for the past fifteen years. It's elegant, romantic and...
Simply Gourmet
2099 Saranac Ave, Lake Placid
(518) 523-3111
"First place we head when in town" - Kaillie Humphries, 2010 Olympic Gold Medalist, Canada, Bobsleigh "Outstanding" - NY Times "Seriously good Sandwiches" - San Jose Mercury News "Not to be missed!" - Gourmet Magazine We believe in using the freshest...
Delta Blue
2520 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 524-3013
Delta Blue is a southern-themed restaurant rooted deeply in the traditional cuisine of the Mississippi Delta, and featuring authentic Memphis-style bbq and Cajun cuisine. Delta Blue pays homage to Juke Joints & Roadhouses along Highway 61 by hosting...
Big Mountain Deli & Creperie
2475 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 523-3222
"First place we head when in town" Kaillie Humphries, 2010 Olympic Gold Medalist, Canada, Bobsleigh "Outstanding" NY Times "Seriously good Sandwiches" San Jose Mercury News "Not to be missed!" Gourmet Magazine We believe in using the freshest...
Taste Bistro & Bar at The Mirror Lake Inn
Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa77 Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid
(518) 302-3000
Taste Bistro & Bar is recognized for its warm, friendly, and casual atmosphere where food and drink are the primary focus. With a panoramic view of Mirror Lake, a porch with comfortable rockers amidst the grandeur of a four-diamond hotel, this...