Blue Paddle Bistro had some hits and misses, but overall, we had a decent experience…read more Visiting from out of town, we needed a dinner spot and made a same-day reservation, which they kindly accommodated. The restaurant has a cozy, rustic vibe -- think cabin-in-the-mountains charm. The menu was a bit limited, especially with appetizers, but we went with the mussels from Prince Edward Island, and they were incredible. Seriously, some of the best I've had. That said, the portion of bread they served alongside was laughably small, especially for a dish made to share. For our mains, we ordered two different burgers, both medium rare, and unfortunately, they were both overcooked. It was disappointing because the burgers themselves were huge and packed with flavor. The fries, though, were excellent and saved the meal a bit. On the drinks side, the martini I had was fantastic. Overall, I'd rate this a 3.5 but am rounding up to 4 since it was our first visit, and I can see the potential.

This is one of those places where the cliche "I really wanted to like it" fits. But it didn't live…read moreup, confirmed after a second visit. I tried the Veggie Spring Rolls appetizer, with spicy aioli. The veggies were crisp as were the wrappers. There was a flavor that I couldn't place, not disagreeable but strange - or should I say intriguing? Unfortunately it was overpowered by an excess of ginger and way too much salt. The aioli was very disappointing: bland, thin, and blended smooth. It reminded me of thousand island dressing right out of a bottle. Their drinks menu had some interesting cocktails, a very small selection of wines, not just one hard cider but two, and a rotating selection of beers on tap. If you want a bottle you have choices - Bud or Bud Lite! I tried the pineapple daiquiri. It was way too sweet with not great pineapple flavor. I would hope they were using fresh juice but it sure didn't taste like it. For my entree I got the Gorgonzola Encrusted Filet Mignon, with mashed potatoes, caramelized onions, sauteed garlic, grape tomatoes, and balsamic drizzle. I remember really liking this last visit. But it was nowhere as good this time and looked nothing like the beautiful photo on their website. The gorgonzola, which was ample and crispy last time, was scarce and not "encrusted": soft and not even completely melted. Just a slab placed on top of the steak. And first time there was enough that it melted onto the potatoes underneath for more flavor. Not this time. So much for their motto "delicious, unpretentious (and consistent) food." Beware specifying doneness here. Both times, I (and the wife last visit) ordered it medium-rare. All three were somewhat under that level, slightly more than rare but not by much. She sent hers back last time and they corrected it. I probably should have too but didn't as I'm a little more tolerant of underdone steak. But the biggest problem so far in the meal? The entree arrived not more than 5 minutes after my appetizer, which I had only just begun to eat. That's a serious no-no in any restaurant, let alone one that tries to identify as "fine dining". I was having a relaxing meal, nibbling my appetizer, sipping my drink, contemplating life, and out of the blue this plate of steak is plopped onto my table! I expressed my surprise and displeasure to my waitress, whose specific response I don't recall but didn't make any sense, but she did immediately box up the spring rolls for me as I asked. Dessert was a Raspberry Lemon Drop: layered lemon cake with raspberry puree and lemon custard. It was served very cold which I liked. But surprisingly lacking in much lemon flavor, and especially the brighter notes like grated lemon zest of which there was none. The division of the dining area into many small rooms is likely a reflection of its conversion from a house in a prior life. This could make it a problem to find your waiter if you need them, but it didn't impact me personally this visit or last. The biggest problem is noise, especially if a large party is nearby as happened on the first visit. The "Wal-Mart special" air conditioner in the window, complete with dangling power strip to a distant outlet contributed to the noise on the second visit and certainly made the place feel less classy. My waitress in general was polite and adequate but we never did "click" as far as the waiter/diner relationship is concerned. And never once was I asked how things were going, how I liked the food, etc. I did write my comments in the suggestion box on leaving, with my name and contact info, but 2 months later and I haven't heard back. They have a great website with lots of photos by category. Including photos and names of all the staff, bios of the chefs, local info, and lots of dogs. I think they quality as "dog-obsessed" here, even closing their voicemail message with a "Woof!" Good place to bring your dog though, on the outside patio. Worth another visit? Maybe, given the limited choices in the area? But I had hoped for better.

Wow, this place absolutely lives up to the hype. The atmosphere is upscale yet cozy, the service is…read morewarm and attentive, and the quality of the food is outstanding. They offer an oyster hour from 4-5 p.m. with half-priced oysters and cheeseboards, making it a great time to visit. As a farm-to-table restaurant, everything tasted incredibly fresh. I tried several dishes, but the standouts were the oysters and the halibut. The oysters were served with freshly shaved horseradish and a delicious mango habanero oil that added the perfect kick. The halibut was beautifully seared, flaky, and fresh. I'd highly recommend making a reservation. I visited on a Monday night, and the restaurant was completely full. I'll definitely be back.

The location is lovely but the food was uninspired and flavorless…read more You could sense the attempts at creativity but it just did not translate into anything of remarkable. The shaved pork belly in the salad was nondescript and the dressing was watery. The New York steak platter was difficult to eat and again, no flavor. Even the zucchini chocolate cake was bitter and boring. It would not take much to elevate the food but this night it did not happen. And for the price, not worth it at all especially since the area is saturated with amazing culinary experiences.

First of all food here is truly excellent. The sauces are really special; the marsala is fabulous…read moreas is the picatta. The good news is the manager who in the past has been fairly unfriendly as people have noted previously seems to be making an effort to smile and be more pleasant. However unfortunately, they do not serve tea, not even a cup of hot water, even if I brought my own teabag, I don't know why this is so difficult. So you can either drink alcohol, a soda, or water. And then as one other reviewer mentioned, if you arrive close to 8 PM, forget it you won't get served in house or be able to order takeout even though they are open till 830. These are the reasons I'm taking away one star for a restaurant that could otherwise be fabulous. It's too bad because again the food is really wonderful. We've never had a bad meal here and the portions are quite generous.

This the second time I've ordered recently. Food was…read moredisappointing. So much garlic and I love garlic! Ordered lasagna and it had no ricotta and maybe one piece of sausage.

Stopped in with my son for a quick bite to eat, and it did not disappoint. They serve very good…read moreburgers and fries, along with a solid selection of beers on tap and in bottles. Great spot for a casual meal--I would definitely go back when in Lake Placid! Service is okay. Additional Information: 1. Metered parking on the street. Just a suggestion, download the app, it makes payment easy and a simpler way to extend time. 2. There is also a metered lot across the street. Highly recommended. 3. There is a large indoor eating area and bar. 4. There is a patio dining area as well. 5. No lake view from the patio. If you find the information useful or like the pictures, drop a comment.

Not worth the wait. Gave our name and they said 25 minutes…read morewe were fine with that. A table stood empty the entire time we waited. Serval more opened within those 25 minutes and sat empty. . My daughter had the chicken sandwhich she said it was good. Mojito mocktail & my ST Germain spritz were very good. I ordered the lobster tacos, I was asked fries or chips I said fries no salt he said they come into the restaurant seasoned. I said chips then he said they also seasoned I can substitute salad. Was surprised when the salad came out and it was in its own dish not on the side of the plate. There was a charge of $3 dollars for the salad on the bill I questioned the server and he said there is a fee for substitutions it is stated in the menu. My menu was closed when I placed the order. I didn't ask he told me he can substitute. When he told me he can substitute he should have mentioned that there was a fee.

We were a party of 7 today for lunch without a reservation. The hostess rearranged tables to be…read moreable to seat us on low tables for my elderly mother. The service was quick and friendly. 3 relatives decided to join us and they were able to seat them next to us. The food came out quickly and everyone was happy with there meals. We thought the prices were very reasonable. We were visiting from Connecticut where prices continue to climb. I would highly recommend a stop here for a scenic lunch.

Great staff, mediocre food. Sent back the chowder as it was gray, inedible. Thai noodle salad had…read moreno..., noodles. The cheapest thing to add is a boiled noodle and spiraled carrots are not noodles. Sorry, but just a not good meal. Really nice staff and a great location. Built for volume, next time I'll just have a cold beer. Sad, as there just ain't no need for inferior food...

View & service was all excellent! I love coming here when I visit my bestie in Vermont!read more

Easily the best part about this place is the ambiance. You feel like you're on vacation as you sit…read moreon the deck overlooking the lake. The approach from Route 2 is misleading because it just looks like a food truck. Then you walk back to see the bar and deck. The food and portions are good but the lobster roll was pretty bland so stick to o the rest of the menu. The table service for the food sucks but is ok for bar service... We waited almost and hour for 2 sandwiches. I'll cut them slack because it was a busy Labor Day weekend, but the wait was still pretty excessive. Pro tip: send 1 person to get a table and another to order food. At the food truck, they'll tell you, you can order from your table but if you want to reduce the wait, order at the truck.

It's just average but there are reasons I keep coming back, the main one being that it's pretty…read moremuch the only sit-down casual dining place nearby. But I like the atmosphere too, always filled with locals: workers on lunch break, people gathered to play trivia in the evening (sadly not in summer though). Service is always good, people are friendly, and the outdoors-themed decor is quirky and dominated by an oversized model rifle over the bar. The open room with the bar in the center means you can enjoy the ambience wherever you sit. The place feels clean, including the bathrooms which are single-use, gender-neutral with changing tables. The pub-style menu is heavy on burgers, wings, and pizzas. Also nachos, salads, fish&chips, shepherd's pie, pastas, and more. A large selection of burgers, and always a monthly burger special. This month it was the Apple Fest: with cheddar, bacon, maple cinnamon aioli, and apple slices. Interesting enough but the apples didn't really add anything. Points for creativity though. The bacon was nicely crisp. The burgers are large (8 oz) and served on a brioche bun, butter-brushed - a bit too heavily in my opinion. Cooked to your requested doneness - unusual at this level of restaurant - and correctly. Served with a side of fries: decent enough but not outstanding, with a very light cornmeal batter. What the burger entrees lack is a third item: a pickle, small side of coleslaw, etc. At least throw in a pickle wedge please. I also like the Rodeo Burger: jalapenos, french-fried onions, lettuce, cheddar, and barbecue sauce. The French Connection is interesting too. On other occasions I've tried the pizza. Good but not memorable. Definitely better than the other pizza place in town though. It's a thick crust with generous amount of cheese, ample toppings, and a sauce that tastes like more than just tomatoes. The crust isn't made in-house (I asked) but it's better than many. The french onion soup, which has been on the specials board for as long as I've been coming, is a big disappointment. Thin, metallic-tasting broth, onions cut too small, and cheese topping that isn't properly browned under the broiler. I can't understand why it's popular but I see it ordered frequently. As for drinks, it's about the beers here. There's a large selection including many drafts. Including locals from the island, nearby Stowe, and elsewhere in Vermont. As for ciders of which I'm a fan, sadly only one: Citizens United, a fairly boring choice but at least it's local. A few wines by the glass are available for the wine drinkers. Mixed drinks like margaritas are a waste: Weak on alcohol and made from overly sweet mixes. Avoid. The desserts: brownie sundaes, cheesecake, peanut butter pie, bread pudding. I've never tried them, except once: churros. Unexpected: typically found in Mexican restaurants. Definitely not recommended. Little cinnamon flavor, and a strange filling that reminded me more of a thin cannoli. One more thing before I go: They ALWAYS have help-wanted signs up and their Facebook page also mentions it frequently. And more than once I saw on their Facebook that they had to open late or close early due to to lack of staffing. I have to wonder: why do they have trouble finding and keeping staff? Is it a problem with morale or bad management? I don't know. But the staff is always pleasant and seem unstressed so if so they're doing a good job hiding it. Whatever the reason, I hope they can fix it. Short staffing and frequent turnaround is not a good thing.

We were in town for this weekend and decided to stop by the local restaurant to not go too far from…read morethe island. The service was very good in terms of getting our food quickly for our takeout. Taste wise the poutine and wings were delicious! Unfortunately the pizza was a little too much bread for our liking but still was a good meal all in all. UPDATE: We ended up looking at the bill and the prices were not at all the same as the menu provided, so we ended up spending much more than anticipated which was a pretty rough way to end the night.

Two Heroes is an excellent family friendly brewery with great music and food. The kids absolutely…read moreloved the outdoor space and played with other kids on the large rocks. We even got to sit down and enjoy our beers for a few minutes! For food, we enjoyed the chicken tenders and fries for the kids and all of us devoured the pretzel bites with cheese. The seasonal asparagus salad was delicious, as was the grilled chicken sandwich with onion rings. Overall, a great spot to come enjoy a beer and was very appreciative that it is so dog and kid friendly!

Food was absolutely delicious! Beer was crisp and thirst quenching and the service was great!…read more Highly recommend if you're around the Islands and want a tasty bite. We'll definitely be back!

VERY doggie and kid friendly. They gave our doggies treat cups. They were in heaven!…read more We both got burgers, one with fries, one with a side salad. They were very good and generous. The fries were very good and I'm really picky about my fries. Usually don't get them (hence the side salad), but I ate almost half of the hubbies. We are camping at north beach. What a treat this was to just walk from the campsite with the dogs. Great view of the water too. The wait staff was very friendly and attentive. Thanks for the great experience Beach house.

Our favorite beach side bar! Yes, The Beach House VT ranks…read moreat the top beating out those establishments along the ocean. This high rating is due mainly to the atmosphere, service, and quality of items being served. The location is right at North Beach on Lake Champlain near the North Beach Campground, has about 8 tables and a small tiki bar. It is located right beside the beach's snack bar, but has a very different vibe than a typical snack bar atmosphere. The BH gets busy during the weekends, but at no point are you felt rushed while hanging out. This was amazing, being able to sit back, enjoy the lake view with a beverage, and have not a care in the world. The servers are great and work hard, especially when someone calls off at the last minute. Personable and friendly every single time we visit. Now to the food and drink. They have a nice mixed drink selection along with a well-stocked top shelf bar. The beer menu goes well beyond the mass-produced national brands. A good variety of quality VT craft brews and ciders make up the most of the list (Citizen Cider-the best & 14th Star Tribute-amazing and veteran owned, to name a couple). The food was kicked up versions of typical snack/bar food. The salads were amazing along with the hummus plate. We loved the fresh cut fries and the Margarita Pizza really hit the spot. Portion sizes matched the price and location. My only regret is that the Beach House VT is so far from PA and we only get to Burlington once a year. But when we are in town camping at the North Beach Campground we love to frequent this place and let the stress flow away.

New ownership, and thankfully is surviving Covid crisis!!…read more The Depot next door is launching its debut and will be offering lots of fun events starting in October 2021. Play IS essential afterall!

Outstanding staff and great food that's reasonably priced. Plenty of seating in a comfortable pub…read moreatmosphere.