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    Front Door Diner

    4.3 (25 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Bagel sandwich with breakfast potatoes
    Carlie A.

    Friendly service and yummy food- who could ask for more? This cozy spot was perfect for breakfast recently and while cross contamination could be an issue, they do offer gluten free toast which was greatly appreciated!

    Great service in a rustic looking establishment.  Service was spot on and the omelette tasted good.  Canned mushrooms though.
    Maestro L.

    Great friendly service with a good tasting mushroom omelette. Reasonably priced with a rustic style eatery.

    Bear rito breakfast burrito w/ 15 homefry pieces
    Nicole L.

    Was in Old Forge for a mural job and needed some breakfast before starting. Front Door Diner looked like a nice spot to stop! We were in "painting clothes" and don't look like the typical, wealthy, privileged doctor type summering in ADK, so maybe we looked like the help - I dunno. Because we didn't receive a very warm welcome or good customer service. I asked if takeout was available, was told yes, so we looked at a menu. Once we decided what we wanted, I had to search for someone to tell because no one was checking in with us, no one said "let us know when you're ready"; we were essentially being ignored. "Hi, excuse me, where can we place an order for takeout?"I asked. "Umm...(looks at girl next to her) do you want to take this?" Never responded to me, never said "Sure! Let me find out for ya," or anything like that. I find that to be kind of rude. The vibe felt like they were either confused or annoyed that we wanted to order takeout. None of the younger women working there were overly friendly. Giving three stars because the food wasn't BAD, just nothing to write home about and the portions were small for the price. I opened my container and the tiny portion of home fries felt like someone was pranking me. The hollandaise on my Benny was separated, the breakfast burrito was small and kind of pitiful looking, but again, didn't taste bad. It's 2022; if businesses don't care about basic customer service, making people feel welcome, etc, especially with the cost of dining out, I'll happily spend my money elsewhere. I'm 1,000% more likely to return to a place when I felt the staff was personable, welcoming, and helpful. And this diner simply wasn't that.

    bar seating
    Mina B.

    menu had a nice selection, reasonable prices and a decent variety for a diner. servers were very attentive. will probably stop back next time i'm around this area and try something more adventurous, but the chicken tenders were cooked well and the fries were nicely seasoned.

    French Toast with strawberries. We expected whipped topping on them. That would have offset the lack of fresh strawberries.

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    Very good for diner level food. A regular breakfast staple! A good value for the area!

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    went for lunch and breakfast. very friendly, great service and excellent food! I would absolutely go again

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    Best place for breakfast would recommend the breakfast burrito would recommend very good!!!

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    ADK Cavu Cafe

    ADK Cavu Cafe

    4.8(46 reviews)
    60.0 mi
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    10 STARS!! I was a regular at Cavu cafe for many years as I worked at the airport. Hands down the…read morebest French toast and bacon I have ever had! My order was the French toast with bacon, butter and syrup every time!! I cannot even begin to explain the delicious food but more than that a place where I can eat a comfort meal while watching planes depart and arrive from a beautiful airport. The owner and employees are so attentive, caring and all around just loving people! This is the BEST cafe I have ever reviewed especially if you love airplanes like me!!! Since moving, I look forward to visiting here anytime I come for vacation!! A very nostalgic comfort breakfast for me! Simply the best! KAP316

    This was such an unexpected treat!…read more Walking around Lake Placid, we bumped into a couple who wound up suggesting a couple of restaurants for us to check out. Cavu was at the top of their list! And with their description of planes taking off and landing nearby, we thought it would be the perfect spot to bring our toddler. To access the restaurant, you have to walk into the airport. I've never been in such a tiny airport before! The cafe space overlooks the tarmac, but we were a little bummed that we only saw one plane takeoff while we were eating. We aren't locals and assumed there would be more! But that wasn't an issue. Plus, once my toddler started to get fussy, the staff whipped out a coloring book and some crayons. It was so so kind of them and nice that they were prepared. The food was excellent as well. My husband got the hash and eggs and was very pleased with the big hunks of corned beef throughout the hash. I tried his homefries and they were also delicious! I got the apple stuffed french toast to share with my toddler. It was perfect. We also got a side of maple cream, which I still dream of. Will definitely come back on our next trip to the area.

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    ADK Cavu Cafe - Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

    Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

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    4.5(41 reviews)
    44.0 mi

    Perhaps a better name would be "No-Allergy Samich Shop." It for sure is not a cafe: they have…read moreonly regular and decaf and it's not ready to go. There is a counter to the left as you come in, followed by an unattractive cooler case with signs on it. In between is a bakery case that is small but had a nice selection when I was there. I ordered a cup of decaf and a small chocolate almond cupcake, for a price of $8. I declined the plastic box and sat down with the cupcake in an upholstered chair opposite the counter. I thought my coffee would be right up but it took many minutes. I almost left. The cupcake was small but good (fluffy cake, sugary frosting). Then I noticed the sign that said everything was gluten and dairy-free. Surprise! When the coffee was ready, the cream was put in for me. I guess it was nondairy. The coffee was warm like a keurig makes. I had noticed Lunch menus in a wall pocket and Brunch menus behind the counter. So this place is actually full restaurant for people with gluten and dairy allergies. The lunches all seemed to cost ~$18 and seemed inventive. Fries were available as a specialty. There were a lot of tables in the long, cool, dark room. It seemed like a decent place to have an undisturbed meal while talking with friends.

    The food was absolutely phenomenal! While not from the area I always love finding gems in new…read moreplaces, this is one of them! We enjoyed the ambiance of the cafe especially all the beautiful greenery. The service was outstanding and everything was made to order. If you are searching and curious if this will be a great choice look no further because City Cafe is the best!

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    City Cafe  - Gluten Free Panini (dairy free)

    Gluten Free Panini (dairy free)

    City Cafe  - The Big Kahuna with pancakes ( could choose French Toast)

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    The Big Kahuna with pancakes ( could choose French Toast)

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