Cloudy, rainy, foggy, not the best day to be traveling to the Adirondacks when the Fall colors are…read moreat their peak. Surprisingly enough, there was a spot along the Northway just outside of Warrensburg that still managed to show off its rainbow sherbet of colors. Our objective, however, was to meet my sister in Chestertown for dinner at O. P. Fredricks. Arriving at 4 PM when they opened there were already a few people in the bar and in the dining room. They don't take reservations, so it was wise to arrive early. By 4:30 there were people waiting for a table. The atmosphere inside is truly Adirondack with hewn wood beams and paneling. Before I forget, the chairs are really comfortable. The menu was surprisingly, large. In addition to the evening's specials, which included three entrées, there were a dozen shareable appetizers (emphasis on "shareable"), four salads, 19 regular entrées (all accompanied by a fresh salad and bread [we never received any bread, but I didn't see it served to other tables either]), four steaks, at least a dozen different handheld sandwiches, quesadillas, and a kids' menu. There is a full bar including a half dozen drafts. Our beverages to start were a Wolf Hollow draft Camp Out Stout ($8), a Saranac Ginger Beer ($4), and a glass of Mondavi Chardonnay ($7). The portion size of the Baked Brie ($11) was truly shareable. The brie was warmed without being runny, served on top of a tasty garlic bread made from pressed hamburger bun slices, and topped with a melba sauce. It was so delicious! Just like the appetizers, entrée portions are large. We each took half of ours home. My sister was very pleased with her Seafood Stuffed Portobello ($26) - the stuffed portobello was broiled and topped with shrimp scampi and, as all of our entrées, served over the house rice pilaf. My wife's Scallops Rockefeller ($31.95) included sautéed scallops (oddly on one side only), mushrooms, chopped bacon, and baby spinach, finished with an anisette flambé, and served over the previously mentioned rice pilaf. Another tasty dish. My choice was their Jambalaya ($28). It was a delicious combination of sautéed chicken, shrimp, andouille sausage, mixed peppers, onions, and diced tomatoes mixed with the ubiquitous rice pilaf. It had just the right amount of spiciness for my taste to make it a thoroughly enjoyable meal. To wrap things up, we shared the Maple Bread Pudding ($7) with cups of coffee ($3 each). The bread pudding was moist with just enough maple flavor to satisfy a sweet craving. Service throughout was very attentive and friendly. Did I mention how comfortable the chairs are? And yes, their rice pilaf does go very well with everything. We're looking forward to a future visit. UPDATE: The Jambalaya is soooo good the 2nd day, I suggest you order it as takeout to eat the following day. And they are even nice enough to have removed the tails from the shrimp before the dish is served.

Trying too hard to be fancy food?…read more Salmon was bland and overcooked carrots were bland and mushy Rice was the best thing on the plate. Service was great and they sat us without having reservations!

Great spot for drinks. Friendly staff. Very nice environment. Highly recommended. Food is also…read moreavailable.

Food was good. Short staffed, service was very slow. The lady who aired on us was very niceread more

If you're on a road trip and looking for a spot to stop by, this does the trick. Friendly hostess…read moreand the breakfast was good. Would definitely receive if you're hungry.

Stopped on our way to our vacay in Adirondacks. There was no food for quite some time so if you're…read moreheading to the area, scope out your lunch/dinner spot before you go as there's no internet for a lot of the way. No gas either, so gas up when you can. Went into the bar area (separate doors for bar and restaurant) and they had no taps but three different IPA's in cans. They had the usual Bud/Bud light as well. We were told the turkey is cooked and sliced here, so we got the turkey club. Also ordered the Papa Bear burger (mama is 4 oz and $1 less). Lemme tell ya, that was one of the best burgers I've had. Just naturally delicious, nothing special on it, just a really good burger. We got the twice over when we walked in, but it's a local bar so maybe we were a friend. The bar maid was very friendly and speaking of that, I walked out without my food and a patron ran out with my takeout box. The bathrooms were clean and smelled good. It's on the way to the bottom of Schroon lake and Whiteface in Jay NY.

My goodness how much has changed in eleven years! That's how long it has been since we last…read morevisited Paradox Brewery on the south side of Schroon Lake. Their new location in North Hudson is huge and wonderful. Coincidentally, I just realized after reading my previous review that we were here this time on their twelfth anniversary, July 26th. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, PB! Being in Schroon Lake for a memorial visit, it seemed reasonable to travel another twelve miles north to pay PB a visit before returning home. Their parking lot was almost full at 7:30 on a Saturday night. It was amusing to notice the car license plates from so many different states (Canada is still understandingly boycotting the US). There being a 20 to 30 minute wait for a table, we managed to snag two unreserved stools at the bar. I chose to request a Paradox Helles (German style pale lager) while my wife went with a Ginger Hibiscus Cider. Both were excellent. While my wife munched on a House Made Pretzel, I thoroughly enjoyed a Pulled Pork sandwich with a side of spicy coleslaw and potato chips. I dumped the coleslaw (which I didn't find spicy at all) on top of the pulled pork and really enjoyed the combined flavors, textures, and tenderness of the pork on the toasted brioche roll. It was messy but delicious. Their pizzas looked good as I saw them pass by. Next visit may need to be on a weekday when they are less likely to be so busy. Service was excellent considering how busy they were.

Great ambiance with nice views! Drove up from Albany and found this brewery on my roadtrip. Pizza…read moreis delicious- the crust is crispy and on the flat side (Ordered the Buffalo Outlook with Ranch). Just would have liked a stronger buffalo sauce taste but other than that really good! Greats drinks as well! The ciders are on the sweeter side if that's your preference. Friendly service as well. The place is dog friendly!

Great time! Enjoyed the outside fire & playing lotto games! The staff are very pleasant & fun!…read more Very clean. Friendly atmosphere.

Good time is always had.....New password/or question is: Can I get a spanking? This will entitle…read moreyou to special homemade chili and some good laughs.

Lake George, NY - with 16 craft beer selections on tap plus an extensive list of bottles and cans…read more(many niche labels I've never heard of), this is the spot to hit up if you like beers. We stumbled in for a late bite on a quiet winter carnival weekend and there were only a handful of patrons, mostly locals sitting at the bar. The bartender (and our server) Edward was friendly and kept an eye on us and made sure we had what we needed. The food is solidly average pub fare, not bad and perfectly serviceable, but it shouldn't be your primary objective if you're a foodie hunter like me. But on a main drag littered mostly with mediocre bar-restaurants charging tourist prices for tourist indifference, I'll take "just fine" as a win. I'm not much of a drinker but my husband liked his can of Copper Legend lager so much that he ordered another one to go. The location is conveniently central especially if you're staying on Canada St. or doing activities at the lake.

Stopped here on our way home from Quebec, and they welcomed us with a warm smile, great food and…read moreamazing service. Vladimir is great, if you're in Lake George give them a try! We had Burgers, Wings, Chicken Sandwich, Fries & Tacos.

We've visited Lake George 4 times since 2022 and this has been our go to spot for our "big dinner"…read more The wait time is worth it. Food is fabulous with so many things to choose from. The beers on tap are always delicious and so many you can't just have one. I have food allergies and always feel comfortable asking for ingredients and requests for a meal. Tables booths and bar area are comfortable and the theme is quite cute. We will be back.

I really enjoyed their homemade root beer (unfortunately I didn't get to try any of their other…read morebeers but they did have a wide selection). The root beer had such a great taste and didn't feel as bubbly as you'd get with other commercially available root beers! It paired well with my hot honey chicken sandwich, which had a nice flavor but the coleslaw was slightly too acidic/sour. The sandwich was big and filling and the fries were seasoned and crispy. Our waitress was super friendly and helpful. She was great at multitasking as she was also seating guests and managing a few different tables.

Another trip up to Bolton means another few visits to Bolton Brewery - one of our favorite places…read more They are a full fledged restaurant, so don't sleep on this spot for a great meal. We came for lunch and had chicken tenders, a hot dog and a chicken ceasar wrap. Everything was delish, and there are plenty of kid-friendly options. Beer is always fab (as expected) and they have a huge variety. They don't sell as much in cans unfortunately, but there are a few flavors available if you want to purchase some to take home. Service is always friendly, and they keep the calendar packed with fun events and live music. Overall this is a Bolton Landing favorite and we always look forward to visiting.

We were walking the town and decided to stop in for a beer…read more Service was a little slow, but the beers were good. Our group had some favorites, Dusty Bottoms Mexican Lager, Help Wanted New England IPA and Bolton Cream Ale.

We had such a great experience at George Henry's. My husband and I started with the soft pretzel…read morewhich was delicious. For our entree we had the signature burgers served on farmhouse bread that was soft on the outside and perfectly toasted. Easily the best burgers we've had in Lake George. The atmosphere is exactly what you want in the Adirondacks. It's warm, welcoming, and full of character. Our server was attentive and friendly, and the owner, Todd, took the time to chat with us and made us feel genuinely appreciated as guests. His personable attitude and great conversation really added to the experience. Amazing food, great service, and the perfect Adirondack vibe. We'll definitely be back!

Decent restaurant with decent food. Service is good. Ambiance is nothing fancy. It's a casual place…read morewith a nice selection.