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    Prospect

    3.6 (133 reviews)
    PriceyBars, New American
    Open 8:00 am - 2:30 pm, 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    PROSPECT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Pancakes......terrible
    Darlene T.

    I really thought I was going to like this place.....unfortunately, I did not. We ordered the pancakes, the poblano skillet and a side of chicken sausage. Nothing crazy. The pancakes came out cold. Our waitress never came back so we had to ask another waiter to help us return them. When the new pancakes came, they were just barely warm. Clearly they were all premade and just sitting under a heat lamp until ready to serve. Just don't put pancakes on the menu then. I liked my dish but it was really the service that was terrible. We wanted to order another drink and she never came back. We had to flag her down to order another one. It was just crazy because it was almost like we were bothering her. Mind you we sat when no one was there and they didn't get "busy" until 45 mins after we had arrived. It was not busy...The view was the best part.

    Tuna Tartar
    Phillip L.

    The attention to detail was amazing. Came here for New Year's Eve, and had breakfast here everyday during my stay at the lodge. First off amazing job with the Space theme for New Year's Eve dinner. The foot prints on the Moon Landing dessert did not go unnoticed. Anyway, food and service were amazing every time I was here. Pro-Tip: Add Avocado to your breakfast items.

    Duck entree with bread & 3 flavored butters
    Christie B.

    I feel like this place is underrated based on these Yelp reviews. If you're looking for an upscale dinner experience in this area, this was by far the best place we ate at during our stay at Hunter. We got the winter salad, duck entree, and sea bass market fish special which were all really delicious, and plated SO beautifully. The cocktails were very tasty with just the right amount of sweetness. And our dessert was one of the most unique things we've ever seen, matcha mouse coated in a chocolate shell over a horchata slush with puffed rice on top. My husband was raving about it, and he barely likes any dessert. Even my kids were happy, as they had a solid kids menu and our waitress tipped us off to s'mores making happening upstairs on the back deck afterwards. I was impressed overall and will be back if ever in the area again, and maybe even stay at the lodge next time.

    Fantastic food, fantastic service, fantastic view. Beautiful ambience with fireplaces and cozy nooks. Everything is farm to table and you even drive by their garden and chicken coop in the way in. The staff was very attentive. A wonderful place to eat.

    Sha S.

    10/10 spot. The views of the mountains were fantastic. The outside area does get a little a buggy towards sundown but who cares when you're surrounded by all this nature. The inside of the restaurant is also very gorgeous. We started off with drinks. My boyfriend got an old fashioned and I got a mocktail called "Paradise is Burning." It was quite possibly THE BEST non-alcoholic beverage I've ever had in my life. The fish tacos were absolutely DELICIOUS. They were so juicy. The burgers were also pretty fire. The service was great. Our hostess and waitress were all very attentive and friendly. I'm so happy I found this place. You definitely need to come here if you're coming to the Catskills. I'll be visiting again in the future.

    9/10/21
    Jennie C.

    Best meal in hunter. Fresh homemade pasta. Good service, great ambiance, seasonal menu. In scribners lodge if you're just here to dine I recommend staying here some time too. It's a dog friendly hotel BUT weirdly dogs were not allowed inside the restaurant, we had to sit outside with the pup

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    Food, drinks, service, and ambiance was 10/10. The flavor of our dinner meals (green herb app, linguine, and burger) were ones to remember. Highly recommend!

    Braised brassicas
    Phuong V.

    Wow wow wow . Usually when I go skiing I get excited about the snow and prepare my body to feast on bad chicken tender and stale resort fries. Scribner's lodge's restaurant prospect kept me full and fulfilled. Dinner was quite the alpine experience. We tried milk punch for the first time- a must, it was a dangerously delicious drink. Venison tartare is a must-- if you have never tried venison this will probably be the best venison you'll ever eat in your life. As someone who doesn't mess with gamey meats, this venison did not play any games! Brassicas with fried garlic chips- so tart, so rich and we'll balanced! A great leftover. NY strip- well cooked, huge portion and tender! Chicken- deliciously moist with crispy skin and the wild mushrooms were a great palate addition. I didn't get dessert because we were too stuffed but I'm sure I would've been blown away. Breakfast was on another level. Cornbread pancakes will have you feelin some type of way. Usually I enjoy a breakfast platter with 1/2 a pancake, but with these I had to stop myself after 2 to save some for my boyfriend. This pancake would break TikTok if the chef put it on. They are so soft/ light/ with the gritty texture of corn and a little bit sweet. I didn't even need the syrup! The whipped cream was balls to the walls insanely go with fresh vanilla beans!!!! Breakfast platter, all good quality ingredients. Eat this and you will be ready to hit the slopes until apres ski time.

    Alexa M.

    Good drinks, views, and great food! This was a great first night at hunter mountain. I'm pretty sure the entire group wished we were staying at the hotel after this meal. We majorly over ordered: salads, cheese plates, hamburgers, pasta & so much more! I enjoyed the one rose they had & wish we could have stayed for s'mores in the front (too bad we were too full).

    Swordfish special
    Melissa M.

    My fiancée and I had a wonderful dinner here during our trip to the Catskills. I made the reservation early in advance on Resy, and I was glad I did because the time slots fill up fast! The waitress asked us if we were celebrating anything, and we shared that we had recently gotten engaged. She gave us champagne and a cheese platter on the house to celebrate! We also got the sourdough bread. As for entrees , my fiancé got the steak and I got the swordfish special (pictured). Both were delicious, came out quickly and hot. We also opted for dessert and shared the spice cake. Overall it was a wonderful experience and I would love to come back here one day!

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    Alexandra C.

    If you're in Hunter, NY then you need to stop at Prospect for a bite to eat. It doesn't matter if it's breakfast, lunch, dinner or even just drinks, but you'd be missing out if you didn't come. This place is attached to Scribner's Lodge, a short drive from Hunter Mountain. So close, that you can see the mountain if you're on the outdoor patio! There is a large parking lot in the back which is available for lodge and restaurant guests. You do not need reservations, but I highly recommend that you do, especially during the busy ski season. You can make them easily online. The service is quick and the staff is super attentive. Prospect is pricy, but once you taste the food, you'll know why. It's 100% worth it. I have had their breakfast and dinner, everything is outstanding. The portions seem small, but I have never left the restaurant hungry. The drinks are very unique and well-thought out. The bartender, Roberto, was so knowledgeable and precise. I really enjoyed the detail he put into each drink. You don't see that often. Something to note- they charge a 20% gratuity fee on every bill. I will likely come back here each time I visit Hunter because the food and views are that good.

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