We loved top of the park! The views are insane and highly recommend sitting outside. Probably the…read morebest views you can get while dining in Lake Placid. I was not expecting much from the food, but it was amazing! Everything we got was better than the next including hummus, wings (so flavorful), pork (so tender), and fish (with crispy skin!). I highly, highly recommend this place if you're in the area!

Great customer service, delicious and beautiful food, outstanding views of Mirror Lake. Your…read morepartner will love it!

Good bar food Fully poured drinks…read moregood local muisic Friendly staff Easy p[arking close to downtown Ti

We stopped on the way back down from Montreal, and the experience was very nice. Highlights were…read morethe view and the creole fries. The staff are all young, but very nice. Solid option to spend a weekend evening and have a drink.

I had the fish and chips and they were delicious. The bartender was very friendly and the service…read morewas great!

Fabulous location in the village of Bolton Landing on Lake George. Within walking distance from the…read moreSagamore. Many spirits options - something that will suit everyone. The menu includes many cocktails, wine, and beer. Friendly team that is knowledgeable and experts at what they do. I recommend the smoked old fashion, and bourbon peach smash for cocktails. On the rocks or near, the double barrel bourbon. The espresso martini looked divine as well, but I was there to try their locally distilled products.

What a great spot for some beer and food! We stopped in on…read morea weekend afternoon and there were so many indoor and outdoor seating options. We grabbed seats at the bar and I loved how many different types of beer they had. The bartender let me sample a couple and I settled on the Porch Pounder Lemon Cream Ale. It was so refreshing on a hot summer day. I was also surprised by how many food options they had. Everything from appetizers to entrees, there truly is something for everyone. My fiance and I got the 50/50 wings, which were garlic parm and buffalo sauce. They were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. Highly recommend a stop to Bandstand Brew Works! I'm looking forward to going back and having a full meal, and trying more of their beers.

3.5 stars. The wait…read morestaff were great and so was the music. Not too loud and the guy had a great voice and sing selection was perfect. The drinks were excellent and the food was decent. The burger was just okay. Not bad but not great. Pretzel was pretty good but again I've had better. I wouldn't go here very often because the drinks are in a short rocks glass and at $15-$17 each I'd spend a fortune. I had one drink and didn't feel a thing (not much alcohol). I did not try their beer. If money is no object it has a nice atmosphere and enjoyed the company I was with.

The Gem was a pleasant find during our stay. We made reservations, which I highly recommend, and…read morechose it for my husband's 50th birthday celebration after another restaurant at the resort had completely missed the occasion the night before. No acknowledgment, candle, or mention of his birthday despite it being noted, so our expectations were modest. From the moment we arrived and were served cucumber water that was VERY refreshing, the Gem delivered a much better experience. The atmosphere was lively and inviting, and our server was friendly, attentive, and genuinely engaged throughout the meal. The cocktail menu was creative and fun. While I felt the pours were a bit shallow for $18-$20 drinks, and the oversized ice cubes seemed to take up a lot of glass real estate, the drinks themselves were well-made and enjoyable. The food was the star of the evening. Everything we ordered was delicious, and it was easily one of our better meals during the trip. When it came time for dessert, we asked if they could add a candle so we could celebrate my husband's birthday. Unfortunately, the dessert station had already closed, leaving bread pudding as the only option available. While that was a bit disappointing, our server went out of their way to make the moment special by bringing over a mini mint cordial. There was still no candle, but the thoughtful gesture was genuinely appreciated and meant far more than a scripted birthday acknowledgement. The Gem struck a great balance between good food, a fun atmosphere, and attentive service. Our only regret is that we didn't have another day to try the outdoor seating area in the back, which looked fantastic. Maybe next time!

Most Americans generally associate slow-cooked, wood-smoked meat with the southern regions of these…read moreUnited States. Finding respectable barbecue in upstate New York requires a slight adjustment of geographic expectations. The Gem, located in Bolton Landing, attempts this feat with a wood-fired smoker and an ambitious cocktail program. My wife ordered the smoked chicken wings and a side salad. The wings possessed a deep smoky flavor and properly rendered skin. The salad performed its minimal duties without incident. My youngest son consumed the kids cheese fries. They were sufficient to satisfy an 11 year old's palate, though underwhelming when subjected to adult inspection. I selected the brisket, which spent hours absorbing hardwood smoke. The flavor was rich and beefy, though the cut was somewhat leaner than I prefer. In my experience, truly magnificent brisket requires a generous layer of rendered fat to achieve complete structural tenderness. This was good, but it was not that. The genuine masterpiece at our table belonged to my oldest son, who ordered the pulled pork. It was moist, tender, and properly seasoned. I found myself eyeing his plate with the quiet envy of a father who made the wrong selection at the counter. To assist with the meat, the establishment places four distinct sauces at every table: Texas Red, Carolina Copper, Georgia Mustard, and Alabama White. Experimenting with all four is an enjoyable exercise in flavor chemistry. The bar produces some of the finest craft cocktails in Bolton Landing, maybe in the entire Lake George region. The drinks are mixed with intelligence and high-quality spirits, which helps soothe the human nervous system after a long day in the sun. The primary defect of The Gem is monetary. Prices in Bolton Landing include an unwritten tax levied on tourists. Other local establishments justify these steep prices by offering a view of Lake George. The Gem sits on Lake Shore Drive, offering a view of asphalt and passing automobiles instead of water. Paying high-end prices for barbecue without a lake view attached makes the final bill a bit harder to digest. Still, the pulled pork and the cocktails were good enough to warrant a return visit. One must simply prepare to surrender a few extra dollars for the privilege.

We both had the roasted beet salad and the swordfish. Unusual that we ordered the same things…read more For dessert, we parted ways. He had the apple tarts with vanilla, and I the cherry pie a La mode. Lovely experience all around. We will be back next year!

We were able to fit in one more trip to the Owl before summers end and we were very pleased! The…read morefood and service were spectacular and the live jazz singer added to the ambiance. The fried green tomato salad is a favorite, and the pasta special (puttanesca with shrimp and mussels) was fantastic! Highly recommended!

We met friends for dinner at Cleome with very high expectations due to lots of positive chatter…read moreabout it. The bar area and wall garden are extremely cool. It's a fairly small space so definitely make reservations if you're planning on going during busier dinner hours. Service was decent - it was a little confusing and disjointed at times but I chalked that up to some inexperience (the server seemed a bit green) and that it's a fairly new restaurant. We had read somewhere that it was small plates - more like tapas...but then was explained that it's "family style". This is what caused said confusion at the table since "family style" to the four of us meant large, sharable portions. So, we just ordered a bunch of stuff in waves since we didn't really know how much food we were going to need. Some items arrived quickly, others took a very long time. Standout dishes to me were the Brussels sprouts and the apple cobbler dessert (which I just had a little taste of). I found some of the accompanying crackers odd - I think they were Ritz brand or something like that? We did request a few gluten free crackers and were brought a few. The swordfish was on the dry side - that's a tricky protein to get right. The fried chicken was served as cutlets - so some of the items were more difficult to share vs. others. The shrimp salad cups were somewhat unremarkable and a bit too loaded with mayo (in my opinion). The shishito peppers were nice - I think I was the one at the table that enjoyed those the most. We did linger at our table for a long time - a combination of wait times and good conversation with friends. We never felt rushed or pressured to leave (there wasn't a wait or line for tables). All in all, we had a nice time at Cleome and will likely give it another try at some point - now that we know what to expect

Back to Cleome with the family and for dollar oysters which were fantastic. I mean you can't screw…read moreup oysters but they didn't have cocktail sauce. Why? I have no idea. Three entrees: Tried the Lobster Mac and Cheese again and it was MUCH better than previously reported! That was great as was the fried chicken- soooo good. My burger unfortunately didn't arrive until after everyone else at the table was done with their meals. Oh bother.... it tasted meh and it's clear they are using a very low fat ground beef which made the burger more like a tasteless hockey puck. Still, everything else was wonderful and the background music was audible and made the experience even better. The Egg nog cocktail we had at another visit a few days before was delish. Despite my burger, we were please with our experience. I can only hope that they reconsider their low fat ground beef for something a little more tasty and juicy. Recommended.

This is our third time coming here. Once we arrived the hostess immediately seated us which was…read morevery pleasant. John our waiter was awesome and friendly with a good handle on the menu options. The place has a very active and loud bar where many people eat. I ate the burger which was juicy. My spouse had the halibut prepared with white sauce.

We stopped in on our mini-moon for dinner and had the best steak and cheese curds ever! Our waiter…read morewas great! And offered the amazing suggestion to get the cheese curds and we are so happy we did they were excellent. Both my husband and I then got the Sirloin steak and that was incredible the steak was cooked to perfection and the leeks and potatoes were amazing as well! Highly recommend this restaurant :)

We absolutely loved the look and style of this place. Their cocktail list is great but if you see…read moresomething you like, you can sub out the alcohol for your preferred spirit if you'd rather switch it up. The bartender was friendly and attentive. It was only open for one night of my stay due to a wedding going on but I would love to visit this bar again the next time I'm in town!

We really enjoyed our visits to Hotel Saranac's Great Hall. The drinks were very tasty (white…read morerussian and their signature cocktail, the "Hot Sara"), and the service was friendly and efficient. Drink prices could be a little lower, but I suppose you're paying for the experience. The room is beautiful, and while dark, it's fun to observe all the local flair incorporated into the room. The hotel recently hung up plaques describing the hotel, bar, and local history, which makes for a fun read.

Old school diner style restaurant Laid back and comfy. A…read morestep back in time. We stopped by for breakfast. Rye bread very good. Eggs cooked as ordered. Sausage juicy. Home fries fresh and cooked well. Could use some onions and peppers and more seasoning. Coffee was pretty bad. Service was friendly and fast. 3.5. Service rounds it to 4.

For years We have been stopping here for breakfast when in the Adirondacks. You can not beat the…read moreBreakfast price ... lots to choose from eggs, pancakes , French toast to name a few .....all delicious. A charming little place ( with clean bathrooms) . Since Covid the Black Bear is a reliable spot , as anyone traveling in the area knows lots of places are closed Monday & Tuesdays. As for gas ... there is a station right around the corner.