My family and I had dinner at Jake's on the Water during our recent trip to Potsdam. Unfortunately,…read morewe couldn't sit outside because of the rain, but our table inside still offered a great view of the water. The restaurant wasn't crowded, but there were enough guests to give it a nice atmosphere. It felt comfortable, relaxed, and not noisy at all. We started with the Kung Pao Cauliflower, which was excellent. Even my kids, who don't usually enjoy vegetables, ate every bite. For their meals, both kids ordered brick oven pizzas. My older child had the Labrador and finished the entire pizza by himself, while my younger child ordered the Authentic with pepperoni and really enjoyed it. My wife ordered the fish of the day, and I chose the scallop special. Overall, the food was very good, the service was pleasant, and the waterfront setting made for an enjoyable dining experience. I would definitely return the next time I'm in the area.

My wife and I came up to this neck of the woods while visiting family and had a great meal here…read more The location is beautifully located on the water (unfortunately our visit was more gray and gloomy outside). All of the staff we interacted with were great and friendly. Our family from this area raved about their poutine, but a recent menu change got rid of it. Despite that they had a variety of starters/apps, sandwiches, pizzas, steaks, plus other entrees including some specials on a separate little menu. Included on that was two cocktails that we tried, I had two of their Strawberry Rhubarb Collins that was light and easy to drink with just enough strawberry and rhubarb flavor. My wife had their special sangria which had tons of flavor. Both fantastic drinks! As a group we split some pretzel sticks as well as some bang bang shrimp. With both being great bites before our meals with the beer cheese and mustard for the pretzels along with the shrimp sweet chili aioli being perfect dips. Lastly for the main event my wife and I were on the same wavelength and got their Vodka Chicken Parm, that originally was to come on top rice pilaf but both substituted for house made pasta. Everything from the vodka sauce, to the house made pasta, to the chicken were fantastic! Would gladly get it again. If we lived around here I would picture this being a regular stop for us! Friendly and welcoming staff with well made drinks and delicious food! Give it a try!

Great customer service, delicious and beautiful food, outstanding views of Mirror Lake. Your…read morepartner will love it!

Ambiance: 1000/10. Top of the Park is an absolute must on any Lake Placid trip. This rooftop tapas…read morebar, perched above Players Sports Bar and Grille, has jaw-dropping views of Mirror Lake. You can choose from bar seating, indoor tables, or outdoor spots with a perfect breeze. There's even a big street-side table that's ideal for bachelorette groups or larger parties. The whole space feels elevated, cozy, and a little magical. Drinks: The cocktail menu is insanely creative and the pours are generous. Their espresso martini is one of my all-time favorites... I stop in for one every single time I'm in Lake Placid. It's that good. Food: I think about this food at least once a week. The menu is built around shareable small plates, making it the perfect pre-dinner cocktail hour spot for your travel crew. Order a couple of drinks and a few bites while you take in the lake views before your dinner reservation. My personal must-orders: the charcuterie board and the mac and cheese. Unreal. Price: It's on the pricier side, but genuinely worth every penny. For the quality, the atmosphere, and those views? Not overpriced at all.

This place opened up recently on College St. My husband first spotted it driving by one day and…read moremade a note for us to go check it out. I'm very glad we did. We were warmly greeted, and they inquired if we were there for a table/bar seating, or the retail shop. We sat at the bar, and there were other customers at tables enjoying a glass and engrossed in conversation. They offer a small snack menu, along with a selection of wines, and they have a good knowledge and will provide counsel on the options. We ordered the ricotta toast and the lonzo, a ham similar to prosciutto. Both were delicious! The lonzo comes with a drizzle of quality olive oil on top, and a sprinkle of salt, and a dab of mustard. The ricotta toast (no pic sorry) was also tasty. The space leans to industrial loft, but is warm and invites conversations and relaxation. The shop also has a retail space, and a monthly wine club subscription is an option. It is separated from the restaurant, but not a quirk of their shop, but archaic Vermont liquor laws. We decide to subscribe and picked up our first selections to take home.

Perfect in so many ways! Beautiful space, kind and knowledgable folks, amazing natural wines and…read morewell-designed small plates menu. We sat at the bar for glasses of wine with lots of treats: a bowl of yummy olives, fancy tinned fish, bresaola, mind-blowing new award-winning blue cheese from Jasper Hill (withersbrook) and a cherry, tomato, almond, burratini salad...all served with slices of excellent bread. Perfect accompaniments to each plate: lemon and garlic with the fish, cherry conserves with the cheese, etc... We'll be back again and again, with friends in tow.

Lily is a great waitress! Hostess Hailey is very polite & professional. The "Peppermint Patty"…read more(Peppermint schnapps and hot cocoa, topped with whipped cream) was delicious! For "Sushi Sunday's " special for VDAY was the 2 heart special, which was so cute! French Onion Soup is AMAZING! Glad there's a variety of choices (if you not looking for cafeteria food), it's right in front of the waffle cabin, with nice views of the mountain from the window. Everything is delicious, will come back for lunch here again! COVID Safety: limited capacity, all tables are 6ft, santizer is provided, tables are clean, there is a wait (sometimes 15-20 mins) when it's busy. There is a limit on your time at tables to 30 minutes.

You know we looked at this place from across the street & were like, nah, tasting room, whats a…read moresnob like me gonna get there. Well, im so glad some stranger on the street said "u no u want to go in"...he was right. The men running the place, so fricking nice, talked like old friends. The guys had beer & i think a gin flight,but who cares, there was WINE!!!! My flight of 3, all tasty, but I came home with a delicious Vidal Blanc, right up my alley, but there was a red that I also loved, not sure which, maybe the buoy rocker..in any case, I will say that we will definitely come here our next time visiting. The "boat" bar is beautiful. We even got shirts! Trifecta!!! Loved it, and must on your list in Lake Palcid.

We stopped by this bar/ tasting room on winter Tuesday evening. There we several customers already…read moreinside. The bar area is set up like a boat. They have a variety of tap beers, wine and cocktails. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. My friend just ordered a glass of beer that he loved. I opted out to drink since I wanted to eat first and my food was back in the hotel room. I saw customers with different flight drinks with cocktails and wine. I definitely wanted to check out the hot chocolate booze drink and will do so when I return to the area. This is a spot I would like to return and take my time and enjoy some drinks.

Our last stop after sightseeing in Lake Placid. I would've liked to have said that they have…read moreimproved over the last year, they have not but stayed the same. They have a limited drinks menu, but at least it's something. We are very happy for the overcast day, as we were not sweltering in the sun. I had one of their cocktails from their menu as they did not have the ingredients to make a Manhattan. It was not memorable. My wife had a glass of their house cab.

Went to CloudSplitter for a drink with our 10 lb. dog. The view was stunning but the bar was…read moreself-service with full-service prices. The website advertises "artisanal handcrafted cocktails", we thought the drinks were terrible. I didn't like the Lemon Bourbon Smash or the Spicy Margarita, they both tasted watered down. My opinion is, you pay for the view when you come here.

Buyers and Cellars is a welcome, fresh face in the Centretown neighbourhood. Their sommeliers are…read moreincredibly knowledgeable, care deeply and work really hard (without breaking a sweat) to bring classy service. Since the Buzz disappeared mid-pandemic, there has been a wine bar sized hole in the heart of Centretown. My first introduction to Buyers and Cellars was a birthday celebration where my friend treated me to a tasting. It was every bit as girly and glamorous as you imagine. We were all dressed up and sampled 5 wines - 1 oz each and "travelled" from the Alps of Switzerland and Italy to Chile. My friend and I chatted happily in between tastings while the sommelier regaled us with stories of each winery, how long they had been in business, and how many of the wines they sell can only be found here. Imagine! These rich tasting wines not available anywhere else in the country. The wine from the Alps , for example, is only made in very small batches. I bought a bottle and I was hooked. I have since gone back twice - once when I was in a pinch and couldn't get to the LCBO or it was close to closing - and this evening. The second time I came away with two bottles and a free glass of wine. Tonight, I stopped in to pick up a nice bottle of wine for dinner on Friday, and asked if it wasn't too busy if I could sit and have a drink. The sommelier happily obliged and poured me three 1oz glasses, each of a rossa, carmeniere and a Croatian red wine. The Croatian, called Dika, was my favourite, so I bought two bottles ($60). The bartender comped my tasting, and I was happily on my way... but I'll be back!

Great place to explore rare varietals. Comfortable atmosphere to study wines. They carry phenomenal…read morewines from less popular regionsI picked up Jordanian Barbera and Mencia from Spain. Def coming back on my next visit to Ottawa. :)

Had a wonderful experience starting with drinks and appetizers with friends followed by staying for…read moredinner ordering from sister restaurant Trattoria Delia next door. Noise level and ambiance mimic a cozy living room, perfect for conversation. There are only a handful of tables and no reservations so get there early or keep trying. It's worth it! We started with the grilled artichokes, crispy calamari and Castelvetrano olives and capped this off with the Spaghetti Al Vongole and the spicy, succulent shrimp pasta. The wines were delicious, even the herb butter that came with the bread was a treat. No room for dessert but we'll be back. Highly recommend!

I may have just had the best bowl of pasta ever! Spaghetti con Polpette! The perfect amount, not…read moretoo much, just enough to savor every bite! The Nonna's meatballs were delicious! Atmosphere at Sotto is intimate yet comfortable. The best part of the evening was the service. Our server was friendly, attentive and had a great handle on keeping everyone happy! Highly recommend it!

Seriously a great hidden gem right off the square!…read more From a large selection of wines (including wine slushies) beers, and ciders to a cozy environment as well as the nicest owners, this is a perfect place for a date night or to grab a drink with friends. Most recently my husband and I did their Wine/Halloween candy pairing. Due to Covid they were doing them to-go as well as in-person. We did ours to-go and it was such a fun date night at home. Plus the candy and wine pairings were delicious together.

Great little lounge! Grab a couple of friends & stop by for a great glass of NYS or beer. Very…read morefriendly owners & great atmosphere!

Terrific smash burgers! Friendly service. We're definitely going back. Terrific smash burgers!…read moreFriendly service. We're definitely going back.

Their smash burger was phenomenal! Very friendly staff. We were there on vacation, but would…read morereturn.