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RiverTrail Beerworks

4.3 (59 reviews)
Open • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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Outdoor seating

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Onion fritters
Steve S.

Newer brewery in downtown Saranac Lake. The brewery has a large bar and is very spacious. It wasn't crowded when I was there so the service was very prompt. The beer was good (but nothing special). I had an order of onion fritters that were quite tasty.

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Ethan D.

5/5 stars!! Top notch food, service and ambiance! An amazing brewery. Their food is hands down mouthwatering! The appetizers were so delicious and flavorful. The Hot Honey Pizza was so tasty! The hot honey on the pepperoni is a perfect combo and the Detroit style pizza has a perfect crispy crust! The desserts were average. The restaurant was spacious and clean, and our server was very helpful and attentive. Definitely going to be coming here regularly!

Coney dogs and RTB Smash Burger
Gary E.

On weekends plan on waiting a hour for a table, this place gets packed. The best move is just go right to the bar. In terms of food, the quality is surprisingly good for Saranac Lake. Plus the amount of people this place holds the kitchen must be insane. But they do a great job with the food and I have to say at this point it's the best place in Saranac Lake. I can't directly comment on the beer as I don't drink, however my friends all seem to like it and they have a nice selection of other brewers beers on tap.

Rachel
Bruce M.

The Rachel sandwich : Complex flavors well-made and delicious. Turkey is high-quality with a great smoked flavor perfectly complimented by gourmet and coleslaw. This is not your average one of the milk coleslaw very good flavor not overpowering. The bread is toast toasted but soft. Nothing worse than hard bread that cuts the roof in your mouth while you're trying to eat the sandwich. This is soft yet toasted. Don't know how they do that, but it is very good altogether produces an outstanding sandwich that complements each ingredient used.

Lisa S.

We loved it so much we came back the next night on our getaway to Saranac Lake. Both times we decided to sit at the bar. The bartenders were very knowledgeable and attentive and provided some great meal suggestions. Enjoy chatting it up with some locals as well as other visitors.

Flight of five
Erica O.

Beautiful (and only) riverfront brewpub in Saranac Lake. Modern, but enough wood details to give Adirondack vibes. It was a little after lunch time,but there were a nice amount of people at the bar and at tables. Lots of TV's and a good amount of employees. Twelve house beers on tap and 4 New York guest beers on tap. We tried Stouts, cream ales, sours and lagers. What a great diversity of beers on tap. We enjoyed our selection and can't wait to try some more. They have a wonderfully diverse menu and they make their own buns, pretzels and desserts. All the food is made from scratch. We started with the roasted carrot hummus served with pita chips, carrot spears and olives. Excellent flavor and texture. We had the Broccoli Cheddar soup, Tofu Reuben, Jerked Chicken Wrap and Mushroom Pad Thai. The food was amazing and my pad Thai was some of the best I've had.....the mushrooms were meaty and so flavorful. Our service was very good and we're looking forward to our next visit.

Jamaican Jerk Crunch Wrap with Broccoli & Cheddar Soup
Steve A.

RiverTrail Beerworks is an absolute gem in Saranac Lake -- a perfect landing spot for our hiking crew fresh into town. We were staying at Ampersand Bay Resort and this place came highly recommended -- and wow, are we glad we listened. We were looking for something casual but good, with enough variety to please a group of five, and RTB hit the mark on every level. The space has a super cool vibe -- modern yet totally in sync with the natural beauty of the Adirondacks. Expansive windows, local textures, and thoughtful design give it a clean, welcoming energy. The place was buzzing, but not chaotic, and we lucked out with seats at the bar. Service was fantastic -- welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely hospitable. The staff made us feel at home right away, happily offering beer samples and guiding us through the menu. If we weren't getting up at 4:45 AM to hike Mt. Marcy the next morning, we probably would've closed the place down. Now, the beer -- impressive and creative. So much so that I veered off my usual IPA path (shout out to the DIPA/NEIPA lovers) and went for the Omakase Lager, a Japanese rice lager. Light, crisp, and incredibly well-crafted. Kanpai, indeed. The food was equally strong -- elevated pub fare done right. I had the Fish & Chips ( 1/2 order), and appreciated that they use cod loins, not just fillets. The beer batter was light and crisp, the fries came out hot and perfectly golden (soggy fries are a pet peeve of mine, and these were anything but), and the slaw had a nice creamy balance with a hint of sweetness. Three of our group went for the RTB Smash Burger -- made with Donahue Farm beef, trail sauce, and served on a Lake Placid potato roll -- and gave it rave reviews. Another hiker had the Jamaican Jerk Crunch Wrap with marinated chicken thighs and Meiers Artisan Cheddar, plus a side of Broccoli & Cheddar Soup made with house lager. Both earned enthusiastic thumbs up. RiverTrail Beerworks is a total win -- great beer, great food, great people. Whether you're passing through or staying in Saranac Lake for a while, it's a spot worth carving out time for. We'll absolutely be back.

Roxanne P.

Jerk chicken crunch wrap is delicious! Service was great. Beautiful new place in Saranac Lake! Great allergy awareness, you can easily check online to see the top allergens in their menu and substitutions they can make.

Chocolate Obsession flourless cake
Ashley S.

Positioned along the Saranac River in the charming, inviting town of Saranac Lake, this brewery lives up to its hype every single time we visit. The food is incredible, featuring tons of local ingredients, and the menu is updated regularly enough that makes you want to try everything. (I HIGHLY recommend the Detroit-style pizza and a flight of the awesome beers on tap!) Even better, the staff is always friendly, helpful, and fun. We prioritize a visit here whenever we're in the area and especially when family/friends visit from out of state.

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Rivertrail Beerworks is Always good and quick. Very consistent. Yummy drinks!!!!!! Fair prices too

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Love the ambiance, overall vibe and food! Service is great too! Parking can be tight so if you can walk there then recommend walking.

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The location is awesome, the beer was great, I enjoyed my cocktail too. As far as the food it was OK

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Great food and service. Always have a very positive experience and love the ambience of the brewery.

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The food is great & I love the atmosphere. Service was right on top of things! Definitely will be back!

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We had a confirmed reservation at 8:30 PM on 12/29 at Cafe Rustica for a party of four. When we…read morearrived, no hostess acknowledged us and the staff appeared completely disorganized. After approaching a waiter, he mistakenly assumed we were part of a 14 person group. After about 15 minutes, he called us to that large table. We immediately questioned it and asked where our reserved table was. Only then did he realize his mistake and told us our table had already been given to someone else. We never sat down. There was no apology, no explanation, and no attempt to fix the situation. We were left standing in the middle of the restaurant with no guidance. The worst part was the bartender or server's behavior. She said that at some point we would be seated, but if we were not happy, we could come back another time. She said this smiling, with irony and disregard, as if delivering good news. She then went back to the bar smiling, ignoring us while repeatedly glancing at us, which felt dismissive and mocking. There was no manager present and no one took responsibility. No one explained what would happen next or showed any intention of correcting the mistake. We left and went to Peak 47, where we had the same prices, much better food, and truly professional service. The contrast could not have been clearer. Reservations clearly mean nothing here. Unprofessional staff, no accountability, and a complete lack of respect for customers. Avoid this restaurant.

It's a solid Italian spot near lake placid. A small location so without reservations you're either…read moregoing to wait or be asked to not stay longer than an hour. It wasn't an ideal situation but it was our fault for not having an advance reservation since we just got into town when we stopped by. Pricing seemed higher than what we're accustomed to coming from nyc and Long Island but the food was good and portions were large. It's a very rustic feel inside with dim lighting.

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