Begin Where Trails Meet
Our Adirondack Alps Restaurant is the geographic center of the Adirondack Rail Trail on the picturesque shores of Lake Clear. Dine as the sun nestles on the gateway to the Saint Regis Canoe Region.
Lake View Lodge Bistro
Savor a special menu on the Adirondack Rail Trail!
Old World Cuisine, Local Adirondack Flair
We fuse an 100-mile farm-to-fork culinary focus with Old World imagination. Chef Cathy Hohmeyer's family originally built the Lake Clear Lodge in 1886, sold it, and eventually Ernest Hohmeyer's European family purchased it nearly 80 years later.
Add On to the Fun!
Add to your experience with our nightly workshops and demonstrations.
Fall
Old World Favorites Cooking Demonstration
Several generations of Hohmeyer chefs are part of a centuries-long Old World culinary lineage dating back to medieval times. Explore seasonal themes from spaetzle to strudels via an interactive 30-minute cooking demo with recipes and how-tos.
Summer
Roll-in-the-Dough Cooking Demonstration
A family-fun 30-minute cooking demo, where everyone rolls in the dough to make Old World Dumplings with Executive Chef Cathy Hohmeyer!
Fall
History of Octoberfest Beer Workshop & Tasting
Join Ernest Hohmeyer for a 30-minute experience about the myths and history of Octoberfest beer, replete with a tasting of 6 beers from around the world!
Summer
History of Ancient Brews & Tonics Workshop
Learn and taste the ancient roots of today’s elixirs. From the brews of antiquity and spirits of the medieval alchemists to critical historical moments that changed alcohol and whole civilizations, sip and discover up to six tasting tonics. Each month, there is a different theme in a fun, interactive 30-minute workshop.
Reserve Your Table at the Lodge Bistro
Use the form below to get started with your reservation! Please keep in mind that our experiences are limited.
Lake View Lodge Bistro Reservations
Our Lake View Lodge Bistro is typically open on Saturdays in May and June and Saturdays and Sundays July through October with menus that change with the seasons. We cook fresh; reservations are highly appreciated.
What's included
- Dine in our Sunset Lake View Lodge that overlooks the new Adirondack Rail Trail, Lake Clear, and the Saint Regis Mountain Range.
- Add-on Adirondack Alps Appetizers, from Game Wursts to Pretzels.
- An exclusive selection of beer, wine, and best "Cellars" from our 1920s Speakeasy available to order at your table.
- Choice of Main Entrée from the seasonal menu (above) with the chef's nightly accompaniments.
- Choose to indulge in a scratch-made seasonal dessert after dinner.
Bistro Hours
- May & June: Saturdays
- 3:00 – 5:00 PM
- July – October: Saturdays & Sundays
- 3:00 – 5:00 PM
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Please Note...
- Our limited experiences require a full deposit at the time of booking and are non-refundable.
- We strongly urge you to consider travel insurance, which may cover your trip and/or booking cost should you need to cancel.
- Incidentals and extras such as, but not limited to drinks, appetizers, desserts, and workshops are not included.