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Shepard's at Erlowest, Lake George, NY

Shepard's at Erlowest

4.8
4.8
494 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
21:30
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Experience a truly exceptional dining opportunity at Shepard's at Erlowest, situated overlooking the picturesque Lake George.

Nestled within a historic stone mansion crafted in 1898, Shepards offers a serene ambiance for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Immerse yourself in the captivating history of our Queen Anne mansion, where you can savor your meal in the cozy fireplace dining room or on the veranda which offers outstanding lake views.

Chef Scott Dewar, our talented culinary maestro, consistently delights diners with an array of daily specials, showcasing his culinary expertise and diverse menu offerings.

Please note the bar is open for lighter fare at 3pm daily. The restaurant serves dinner from Wednesday to Monday.

Reservations subject to $25/person cancellation fee within 48 hours.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:30 am Bar Daily 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Light Fare Dinner Tue 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (518) 668-5928
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Scott Dewar
  • Catering
    Catering options are available upon request. Please call 518-668-5928 and ask for our Restaurant Manager for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Private party accommodations are available through our dining room - up to 24 guests can be accommodated in our dining rooms. For larger parties, our ballroom can support groups up to 225 guests. Please call 518-668-5928 for special group dining menus or visit: https://www.theinnaterlowest.com/weddings-and-celebrations/celebrations/
  • Area
    Lake George
  • Cross Street
    Stone Schoolhouse Road
  • Parking details
    Parking is available and offered at no charge.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

  • Meet the Chef Series

    US$55.00 per person

    5 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for a 3 course dinner and meet our Executive Chef Scott Dewar as he does a live demonstration on how to make pasta from scratch. This is a $55/person set menu event which includes a salad, pasta entree, and dessert.
  • Meet the Chef Dinner Series

    US$55.00 per person

    12 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for a 3 course dinner and meet our Executive Chef Scott Dewar as he does a live demonstration in the dining room. This is a $55/person set menu event which includes a salad, entree, and dessert.
  • Meet the Chef Dinner

    US$55.00 per person

    19 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for a 3 course dinner and meet our Executive Chef Scott Dewar as he does a live demonstration in the dining room. This is a $55/person set menu event which includes a salad, pasta entree, and dessert.

What 494 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Upstate New York

    Romantic

  • Upstate New York

    Good for special occasions

  • Upstate New York

    Contemporary American

  • Capital District

    Best Ambience

  • Capital District

    Romantic

  • Capital District

    Great for scenic views

  • Capital District

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shepard's at Erlowest offers a "beautiful ambience" in a castle-like setting with stunning views of Lake George. Known for "excellent service" and "outstanding food," it's the "best restaurant in Lake George." A quaint, intimate dining experience with an exquisite menu and picturesque location makes it a must-visit destination.

494 Reviews
  1. Michael

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for Thanksgiving food was amazing! This was the second time coming for this occasion.

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  2. J

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our second visit to Shepard’s at Erlowest. Unfortunately, it was not as positive as our first. Our main complaint is the fact that in spite of only 5 tables with couples, the service was slow. To be fair, there was only one waitress, but it just wasn’t busy. My husband ordered the beef short rib and I ordered the beef tenderloin bolognese. The taste of the food was fine, it was a matter of after waiting a bit of a long time, our plates came out and the food was barely warm…no excuse for that except that perhaps it was left sitting somewhere before it got to us? My dish basically had three modest sized tenderloins and a ton of bolognese. For $50.00 I expected a bit more than that. My husband’s short rib was of modest size as well for the same price. No, we didn’t complain but afterwards after thinking about it, I wish I had said something. Oh well, I wouldn’t say we would never go back, but it won’t be again anytime soon!

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  3. Laura

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shepard’s is our favorite restaurant in the region. We always have a delicious meal and wonderful service. Best fine dining in the area.

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  4. Jeffrey

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible, the harvest bisque was sooo good. I had the pork chop, and my wife had the filet. The place was fantastic, and we can't wait to go back. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves good food and wine.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday dinner on a quiet fall Monday night. Sous chef in the kitchen. We were alone in a quiet room with a well selected jazz playlist providing ambience. An excellent meal in a quiet elegant setting Highlights included the hen of the woods risotto, venison and duck special with sweet potato gnocchi and the spaghetti squash entrée as well as the gluten free brownie dessert. All were truly excellent. Also had an very good Manhattan. Jess provided outstanding service and recommendations. Not inexpensive but worth it. Highly recommended.

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  6. Larry

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly first class dining. Food was awesome. Service was great. Ambiance was a 10.

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  7. Doug

    Greater Boston

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Erlowest has a unique ambiance that is often missing in a restaurant - the fireplaces were especially nice. The food was outstanding; however, our server never ran the evening specials by us nor did she split the salad for us as requested.

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  8. Jim

    New Jersey

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very attentive service. Food and drinks were served in a nice timely manner, not rushed. Nice atmosphere and music was appropriate for dining.

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  9. Maria

    Raleigh

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Most excellent food. Small - maybe 15 tables, so, quiet. Quaint little place, and the food was superb.

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  10. Bethanie

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I always come to Shepard's for our anniversary dinner, and we always enjoy it. The menu is incredible and the food is unmatched in the Lake George area. I highly recommend Shepard's!

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FAQs

Shepard's at Erlowest is rated 4.8 stars by 494 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
21:30
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Shepard's at Erlowest

3178 Lake Shore Dr, Lake George, NY 12845

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Stone Schoolhouse Road
  • Area
    Lake George
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:30 am Bar Daily 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Light Fare Dinner Tue 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available and offered at no charge.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Scott Dewar
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (518) 668-5928
  • Catering
    Catering options are available upon request. Please call 518-668-5928 and ask for our Restaurant Manager for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Private party accommodations are available through our dining room - up to 24 guests can be accommodated in our dining rooms. For larger parties, our ballroom can support groups up to 225 guests. Please call 518-668-5928 for special group dining menus or visit: https://www.theinnaterlowest.com/weddings-and-celebrations/celebrations/
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