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    2.8 (77 reviews)
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    $350 worth maybe $200. That's even stretching it.
    Chandler B.

    Skip the "Christmas Meal" Underwhelming, Overpriced, and Empty Food Trays Rating: I recently visited Kanu at Whiteface Lodge for a holiday meal with my family, and unfortunately, it was a complete letdown. The experience was underwhelming, the food was cold, and the prices were exorbitant. It is with great disappointment that I write this review. Firstly, the quality of the meal was far from what we expected. The dishes lacked flavor and creativity, leaving us unsatisfied. To make matters worse, the food was served cold, which was a big letdown. It's disheartening when a special holiday meal fails to meet even the basic standards of taste and temperature. Another issue we encountered was the emptiness of the food trays. Despite the restaurant being only half full, the trays were frequently empty, and it seemed like the staff wasn't able to keep up with the demand. This lack of attention to replenishing the food displays left us feeling frustrated and disappointed. Kids were $25 and don't come with a soda. Very petty on a holiday menu to not offer a drink to a child. NO GLUTE FREE! I was told they would have gluten free options for our child who has celiac. He had steam and sorbet. That was it. $28 :/ Moreover, the prices at Kanu were significantly higher than what we would consider reasonable. We paid a staggering $350 for two adults and two children under 10, expecting a memorable and enjoyable dining experience. Unfortunately, it was far from that. The value we received for the price paid was simply not worth it. If you're looking for a holiday meal that lives up to your expectations, I would strongly advise skipping Kanu at Whiteface Lodge. Save your money and find a restaurant that offers better quality, service, and value. Overall, this was a complete waste of a holiday meal, and I sincerely hope that the management takes note of the shortcomings and makes improvements for the sake of future diners.

    Butterflied pork chop with Gorgonzola gnocchi (hidden underneath).
    Chris C.

    I am all about value in a meal. But the Whiteface Lodge is a little bit different. It's more of an experience that you need to consider. I have stayed at the lodge three times over the past few years. And this most recent trip was just as wonderful. The Kanu has a great selection of wine yet a limited menu. It's quite good food with very nice plating. Yes, the prices are high but the staff is always amazing. They are conversational, interested, and value that you have a good experience. It's not about how many people we can get in and out. It's more about creating memories. When it comes to that, I'm all in. Our meal was perfect. We sat near the windows while it snowed and the fireplaces were going on either side of the dining room. I had the pork chop with Gorgonzola gnocchi and my wife had the red snapper. We really enjoyed our meals as well as the atmosphere and service. This is one place where my value for the meal adjusts. Especially when I get to share it with my lovely wife. This is a special place to take in the area as well as rejuvenate.

    COVID breakfast menu - to go only as of 10/3/20
    Cat M.

    A convenient place when you don't want to venture outside the lodge. Nice rustic interior with a view of the lodge's outdoor area between the lodge & clubhouse. Quick efficient service & located on the second floor of the lodge which was great for those of us who were located just down the hall :) Enjoyed some casual food & the drinks were a good pour. Drinks are pretty pricey which is why I took 1 star off.

    Bison Burger - VERY good

    Amazing time here. Lumber Jack libation drink & bison burger were very very good. Shrimp Pot Pie was very good too and I liked that it was deconstructed so it was a lighter version of a pot pie. Ambiance was amazing!! Highly recommend!

    Kanu
    Jim Z.

    If you are staying at the Whiteface Lodge, you should definitely dine here. The ambiance is amazing and the views are awesome. The service is very friendly and efficient. The food is very good but the dinner menu is somewhat limited. After a couple of nights you would find yourself having the same thing again. Other than that, try their daily soup specials. They are very good. Also, have the Filet Mignon if it's on the menu.

    Pan Seared Scallops , full of flavor and decadent. Perfect sized entree.

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    Reviews are generally correct. Service absolutely horrible. Food even worse. Who can't make a decent spaghetti and meatballs.

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    Food was terrible and totally overpriced. Staff was nice ambiance great. It seems like they have a kitchen problem. Such a shame.

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    4.2(458 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Have been coming here for over a decade and absolutely adore it every time. Fun specialty drinks,…read moregreat variety for meals, kind staff, and good vibes all around! My absolute favorites are the cheese treat, Greek wings, calamari, Moroccan burrito and the garlic fries with the fish + chips are incredible And if you're lucky to get Lindsey, she is always a blast!

    Some places win you over slowly. This one does it all at once. Delicious food, a rushing river, a…read morewaterfall view, and the kindest people you could hope to meet. We spent the week in Lake Placid for Spring Break, and we could not have been more happy to find this place, especially since we had our dog with us. Lisa G's feels like the kind of place you wish you had back home. We sat out on the porch with a perfect view of the water and our golden retriever happily at our feet. That alone would have been enough, but the food made sure we stayed awhile. We started with the wings. These are true buffalo wings. Not breaded, just well sauced and done right. We also ordered the cheese treat and it completely stole the show. Feta, spices, and jalapenos over fresh arugula, scooped onto toasted bread. It is one of those dishes where you keep saying just one more bite until suddenly it is gone. For dinner we tried the shrimp tacos, which have quite a reputation. As Texas people we were a little unsure about the pineapple salsa, but it works. Bright and just sweet enough. The slaw is mellow and tangy and ties everything together in a way that feels thoughtful rather than trendy. The fish and fries surprised us the most. Easily the best fish and chips we have had in years. Real haddock with a light crisp fry and a rich house made tartar sauce that does not play second fiddle. Chance said he usually only likes fish and chips for the fried part, but here he actually liked the fish itself. That tells you everything. The fries are the kind you keep reaching for long after you are full. Our teen ordered the burger and it disappeared before we could negotiate a bite. Former picky eaters do not lie. We tried the Julian cocktail, which drinks like a confident mai tai. The riesling missed the mark a bit. Next time we would go for the sauvignon blanc or the house white. The service felt like the best version of small town hospitality. Warm, easy, and full of good local recommendations. Our pup loved it. We loved it. We will be back. --Chance and Becky All Ahead Slow

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    Lisa G's - Bar

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    Smoke Signals - Smoked duck fat wings - yummers!

    Smoke Signals

    4.1(1k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$

    We picked this placed while staying over night in Lake Placid because our family of 4 loves BBQ…read more We were hoping to be able to sit outside, but the patio was not open for some reason? Patio looked completely empty and they weren't super busy. I didn't see signs suggesting there was an event so my guess is staffing issues? Service was great. Server was attentive and food came pretty quick. Brisket was amazing. TRY THE PORK BELLY CINNAMON ROLL. You won't be disappointed. I tried it based on another yelpers review and I'm glad I did. Taco trio was ok. Tenders were good. Fries were great.

    While in town for a conference I came in for BBQ for dinner one evening and sat at the bar. The…read morelady working the bar was great, very helpful, friendly, and personable. Their menu is loaded with all sorts of BBQ style food, as well as steaks and some seafood too. The décor is nice, cozy, and dimly lit. I started with their wings with the Ghost Pepper BBQ sauce on them - They were REALLY GOOD! Meaty wings, great crunch and smokey flavor and that BBQ sauce was so tasty! Next up was to try an order of their brisket nachos. They came out pretty quick and looked nice. They're definitely huge and I wasn't that hungry, so I really wanted to pick the good stuff, like the brisket and many of the toppings and that was all pretty good. The brisket I had was excellent! It had a nice bark and good smoke, yet was moist. Very nice experience, a place I'd definitely return to for another meal or even a drink at the bar!

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    Smoke Signals - Outdoor deck and lakefront views

    Outdoor deck and lakefront views

    Smoke Signals - Pulled pork slider

    Pulled pork slider

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    The View - Curry shrimp

    The View

    4.0(100 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$$

    Came here for a special birthday dinner for my mother-in-law while we were staying at the Mirror…read moreLake Inn. Overall, they made us feel very welcome (although the inquisition about whether we were guests of the hotel when we checked in at the hostess stand seemed a little over the top). In any event, the dining room is lovely with spectacular lake and mountain views out of the large windows. Service was very good and moved at a very good pace. My cocktail (old fashioned was good). We started with blackened shrimp and potstickers. The shrimp were very good and the potstickers were just okay. The dumpling dough was a little doughy and chewy in places but the flavors were nice. My husband had a filet for his entree which he liked and my mother-in-law liked her Chilean sea bass. I had curry shrimp which was pretty good. We definitely liked the chocolate mousse we had for dessert. It's a generous portion and very rich. They took a nice digital photo of us and printed it out and my mother-in-law loved that nice touch. Overall, a nice experience since it's a lovely venue and the service is great. Food is pricey (the beef filet was $89) and although it was fine, I wouldn't rate it exceptional I think some people might take issue with that but overall we really enjoyed our meal here.

    View is amazing, customer service is incredible. I ordered the Burrata as an appetizer and the New…read moreYork Strip as the main. Barista was terrible it came with sorbet ice cream. Hadn't seen that before and personally I think it clashed. I am used to the Burrata coming with olive oil , salad and tomatoes which compliments the cheese much better. The New York strip was good. Tasty, flavorful. The only thing I would say is I asked for medium and it came out medium well. We saw a rainbow and end of the day it was a nice dinner. Kinda pricey, but you're paying for the view.

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    The View - Double rainbow from my table.

    Double rainbow from my table.

    The View - Blackened shrimp

    Blackened shrimp

    The View

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