Adirondack Alps

4.7 (8)

$50 and over

Contemporary European

6319 State Route 30, Lake Clear, NY 12945

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines

Adirondack Alps in Lake Clear, New York, offers a unique dining experience in a serene setting. There are several dining experiences available, but the Classic Adirondack Alps Menu provides multiple choices for the main entrees of the three-course dinner. Every choice comes with a signature soup, the Adirondack Farm and Lodge garden salad and the chef's nightly accompaniments, which may include hand-rolled dumplings, ancient grain quinoa or hand-grated potato pancakes.

Your table, our 25-acres. With glass in hand, journey to private beach with mountain-lake sunset view. Or, explore our nature trails, then warm in the Fireside Rathskeller and meander to our 1886 hand-hewn dining room.

We focus on a 100-mile product philosophy based on Chef Cathy's pioneer family who originally built the lodge in 1886. We fuse this with the Old World traditions of Ernest's European family, who bought the lodge 50 years ago.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary European, Contemporary German, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
Website
http://www.lakeclearlodge.com/dining
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Cathy Hohmeyer, 30+ years
Catering
Catering options are available within our 40 person restaurant and 100 person Sunset Lakeview Event Center. Please contact us directly. Larger events may utilize our 2 acre beachfront. Off site catering with liquor license available.
Private party facilities
Private parties can reserve a unique evening - whether a birthday for 10 or a wedding for 100. Our 1886 Lodge dining room seats up to 40 and our new sunset Lake View Retreat Center holds 100. Please inquire or call and come visit. Always happy to show you around!

Location
6319 State Route 30, Lake Clear, NY 12945
Neighborhood
Lake Clear
Cross street
Junction of Routes 186 & 30, 300 Yards South on Route 30
Parking details
We have plenty of free parking - but if you are coming with a large RV, trailer or other please let us know.
Public transit
If you fly into Adirondack Regional Airport via private plane or Cape Air, we can pick you up.
Entertainment
Occasional "Philosopher Pub" dinners (dinner and discussion with theme), music and even scuba diving. Cooking classes and more. See our website www.lakeclearlodge.com.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine

Our Famous Chicken Schnitzel
Chicken is hand-cut, hand-pounded and then sautéed with herbs, spices, and fresh bread-crumbs. Includes your choice of topping
Vegetable or Wurst Rosti
potatoes are hand-shredded with herbs and natural spices, then sautéed until crisp. It is then topped with your choice of fresh vegetables or Wurst and finished with a local artisan cheese
Local Spring Lamb Stew
Local lamb complete with Chef Cathy Hohmeyer's nourishing broth, spices, vegetables, and Lodge Spaetzle

Desserts

Desserts
Your choice of a freshly homemade dessert such as Peaches & Cream Strudel, Mountain Berry Pie, or Chocolate Mousse

Reviews

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4.7

(8)

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
0.2Value

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8 Reviews

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wellsie7 Gold
New York City17 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 10, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful evening at Adirondack Alps, and the Lodge at Clear Lake. Very unique experience, and wonderful family running it. Service was excellent, had a fantastic German dinner, the beer and wine selection are amazing, and the grounds and lodge are quintessential Mountain Lodge. Definitely a bit pricey for this region, but we felt that the overall experience was well worth it. If you're looking for a quick dinner this may not be the place for you, but if you're looking for a unique Adirondack experience and a wonderful and hearty meal, we highly recommend this place. Ernest, Kathy, Yurgen, and Chad provided us with a memorable night.
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newnickname
New Mexico1 review
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2014
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A must for special night if you're spending time in/around Saranac Lake. Well worth the 20 min drive to get to Lake Clear. Amazing beer cellar, strong and thoughtful wine list. Kathy (owner/chef) makes very special meals old world style. A+ sauerbraten & schnitzel, but menu changes with the weather and locally available supply. Don't expect an extensive menu, but do expect to savor. This is an experience, not just a dinner, so don't expect a quick meal, a lot of advanced prep goes into the entrees, and they are meant to be enjoyed. Plan to make an enjoyable night of it, spending time in the beer cellar, lingering over some appetizers, wander outside by the lake with a beverage, all before sitting down to eat. And do NOT pass up dessert.
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PghMeatandPotatoes Gold
Pittsburgh11 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 27, 2014
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
As usual, a beautiful location and great spot for a long dinner with friends/family. The beer selection, sides & sauces were outstanding. The meats (and our table tried many of them) were somewhat tough, thin and lacking in any of their own flavor.
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TandAMD Gold
Greater Boston92 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 17, 2013
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Found this place on OpenTable; it was off season, not many there, but the owners were wonderful. They have a great beer cellar including many rare import beers, and a good wine selection. The homemade meal was fantastic. Try the salmon schnitzel! It is a little out of the way from Lake Placid, but if you are in the area, make it a point to go!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 21, 2013
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We've been before and will certainly come again. The setting is beautiful, the wine cellar and beer selection is fantastic. the service is friendly and spot-on, and the food never disappoints. Can't say enough about this wonderful place!
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allisonh
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2013
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really didn't know what to expect when we drove in for dinner, but haven't stopped raving about it since! We were warmly greeted at the door by the co-owner and given a tour of the beer and wine cellar while contemplating our dinner choices that change daily. From sampling a few wine choices to strolling the beautiful grounds of the lakeside lodge while waiting for the appetizers to be served, it was really one of the most interesting dining experiences we've ever had. The food was delicious and plentiful and Chef Cathy was able to accommodate a gluten-free diner as well (best to call ahead though for restrictions so they are prepared). Well worth the drive from Lake Placid!!!
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UWSDiner
New York City25 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2013
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely family owned restaurant in old world lodge. Attentive and knowledgeable service. Food was a mix of German style cuisine and nouvelle cuisine., so there was something for everyone. There are very limited options for dining around Saranac lake, and this was truly a gem. .
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OpenTable Diner
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on September 1, 2012
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great freshly-prepared food in a very special setting. Love that tables don't turn over, so people can relax and sit for the evening.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary European, Contemporary German, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
Website
http://www.lakeclearlodge.com/dining
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Cathy Hohmeyer, 30+ years
Catering
Catering options are available within our 40 person restaurant and 100 person Sunset Lakeview Event Center. Please contact us directly. Larger events may utilize our 2 acre beachfront. Off site catering with liquor license available.
Private party facilities
Private parties can reserve a unique evening - whether a birthday for 10 or a wedding for 100. Our 1886 Lodge dining room seats up to 40 and our new sunset Lake View Retreat Center holds 100. Please inquire or call and come visit. Always happy to show you around!

Location
6319 State Route 30, Lake Clear, NY 12945
Neighborhood
Lake Clear
Cross street
Junction of Routes 186 & 30, 300 Yards South on Route 30
Parking details
We have plenty of free parking - but if you are coming with a large RV, trailer or other please let us know.
Public transit
If you fly into Adirondack Regional Airport via private plane or Cape Air, we can pick you up.
Entertainment
Occasional "Philosopher Pub" dinners (dinner and discussion with theme), music and even scuba diving. Cooking classes and more. See our website www.lakeclearlodge.com.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine

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Adirondack Alps

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

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Additional information

Menu

At the Lake Clear Lodge & Retreat

Entrées

Our Famous Chicken Schnitzel

Vegetable or Wurst Rosti

Local Spring Lamb Stew

Desserts

Desserts

Reviews

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable