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...
'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...
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...
Green Goddess Natural Market - Catering
2051 Saranac Ave, Lake Placid
(518) 523-4676
The Scape Cafe and Catering at Green Goddess Natural Market is located in the Placid Pond Plaza at 2051 Saranac Ave. Across from Super Shoes. Our Organic Cafe is open for breakfast and lunch from 8am to 3pm weekdays and 10am to 3pm weekends with free...
Base Camp Cafe and Camp Cocktail
2488 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 523-3888
Base Camp Cafe is a cozy spot on Main St. in Lake Placid, NY. Specializing in gourmet bagels and bagel sandwiches made with the highest quality, freshest ingredients during the day! We also have a plethora of fresh baked goods and a full espresso and...
Green Goddess Natural Market
2051 Saranac Ave, Lake Placid
(518) 523-4676
Organic Grocery & Deli Shop for everything you need in a relaxed and knowledgable environment. A Full Line of Prepacked Foods ~ Organic Produce ~ Local Products ~ Supplements ~ Bulk Food ~ Body Care ~ Pet Food ~ Eat In/Take Out Deli ~ Catering Eat Well.
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...
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...
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...
The Cottage
77 Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid
(518) 302-3045
The Cottage Cafe is situated directly on Mirror Lake's waters edge with a spectacular view of the Adirondack High Peaks. With unique twists on pub-style favorites, special health conscious dishes and a children's menu, The Cottage Cafe's bill of fare...
Artisans
144 Lodge Way, Lake Placid
(877) 523-2700
Artisans is an intimate, fire-lit, Lake Placid restaurant that extends out to the Lodge's wide covered balconies in fine weather. The high windows and grand porches seem to seat the diner almost upon the lake. Their menus highlight the bounty of the...
Great Adirondack Brewing Company
2442 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 523-1629
Voted one of the 10 best ski resort breweries in America by USA today, Great Adirondack Brewing Company is an award-winning brewery located in the heart of Lake Placid. With craft beers ranging from IPAs and blondes to stouts and Belgian style ales...
Nicola's On Main
2617 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 523-5853
Owner/Chef Michael Nicola has been in the restaurant business in Lake Placid, for 36 years, specializing in Authentic Italian Cuisine. His daughter, Maggie, has now joined the family business, as a chef. We are committed to using the highest quality...