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Lakeside Drift
Cuisine: american
Location: Located within the hotel
Restaurant phone: 1518-619-4050
Discover the only lakefront restaurant on Lake Flower, where fresh flavors meet waterfront views. Whether you are paddling in or cruising over, guests are welcome to dock and dine with complimentary boat slips just steps from your table. Our menu celebrates Adirondack ingredients, your favorite brews, and local favorites, all served in a setting that is as memorable as the meal. From relaxed lakeside lunches to sunset dinners, Lakeside Drift offers a true Saranac Lake dining experience.
Breakfast:
6:00 AM-11:00 AM
Lunch:
11:00 AM-4:00 PM
Dinner:
4:00 PM-9:00 PM
Menus
Lunch & Dinner Menu
- $18 The Adirondack Steak Chiller – Garlic-rubbed grilled baguette slices thinly sliced, medium-rare, chilled filet. A dollop of creamy horseradish crema adds a zesty kick, beautifully balanced by the sweet and tangy tomato relish.
- $19 The Smoked Trout Board – Smoked Steelhead Trout Dip: Delicate smoked steelhead trout, flaked and blended into a rich, creamy, and savory dip. Perfect for spreading onto crisp cucumbers, baguette slices and crackers. Switch it up to a Roasted red pepper Hummus board for a Vegan Option.
- $16 Lazy River Shrimp Cocktail – Gulf shrimp that swim in a broth of chilled clamato and fresh lime juice, diced avocado, Roma tomatoes, cucumbers, cilantro, and roasted poblano peppers. Served with our crispy house-made tortilla chips for scooping up every delicious bite.
- $14 Adirondack Berry Bruschetta – Creamy mascarpone cheese and slices of ripe, fresh strawberries layered over toasted baguettes, fresh basil, and finished with balsamic glaze.
- $16 Chesapeake Cruiser with a Fennel Breeze - A single plump Chesapeake Bay lump crab cake, Pan-seared to golden perfection, then topped with a crisp and refreshing fennel slaw and laid on a touch of remoulade sauce.
- $22 Drifting Scallops & Earthly Delights - Succulent sautéed scallops drift atop a smooth, earthy parsnip puree, anchored by our signature bacon balsamic jam.
- Lakeside Drift Bone in Wings - Crispy bone-in chicken wings tossed in your choice of Mild, Medium, Hot, Dry Rubbed, Tangy BBQ, or our signature Titus Mountain Maple Chipotle BBQ for a taste of local sweetness and smoky heat. 5 for $10 or 10 for $18
- $16 Three Peaks Monkey Nachos - A mountain of crispy potato chips, layered with savory taco meat. Then comes our signature house-made jalapeno cheese sauce, topped with fresh jalapenos and diced tomatoes.
- $15 Golden Bobbers with Sunset Dip - Battered cheese curds fried golden-brown and perfectly crisp. Served alongside our signature Sunset Dip – a raspberry chipotle sauce.
- $16 Knotty Pine Pretzel- Inspired by the twisting pines of the Adirondacks, our giant, shareable pretzel is soft on the inside with a perfectly crisp, salted crust, it’s served alongside our house-made beer cheese sauce, featuring a hint of Saranac brew and a whole grain mustard sauce.
French Onion Soup $7 or Today's Lake Kettle $7
- Adirondack Garden Salad (GFO,V,VG): A simple taste of Adirondack freshness. Mixed field greens tossed with ripe tomato, crisp cucumber, red onion, and house-made croutons. Please select your preferred dressing. Side $5 Full $ 10
- Lake Flower Bloom Salad (V,VG,GF): Celebrating Spring by the lake! Fresh greens featuring bright strawberries, salty feta, crunchy candied almonds, and our lively house-made strawberry vinaigrette. Side $8 Full Plate $14
Add Grilled Chicken $5 | Add 2 Grilled Shrimp $4 | Add 4 Grilled Shrimp $8
Dressing Choices - Ranch, Blue Cheese, Signature Titus Mountain Maple Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Strawberry Vinaigrette, Italian
- Cheese or Pepperoni – A classic. Our house-made crust is topped generously with rich tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and, if you choose so, savory pepperoni, all baked to perfection. Cheese Small $14 | Large $18 Pepperoni Small $ 18 | Large $22
- Margherita - Reaching the peak of fresh flavor. This pizza showcases the classic Margherita ingredients at their best: bright, sun-kissed tomato sauce, milky fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil. Clean, vibrant tastes as refreshing as the view from a High Peaks summit. Small $22 | Large $28
- Guide's Choice- The hearty favorite for fueling Adirondack journeys. We pack this pizza with robust flavor: pepperoni, savory sausage, crisp bacon, and smoked ham piled on melted mozzarella and our signature tomato sauce. Guaranteed to satisfy after a long day on the trail or water. Small $22 | Large $28
- Garlic Shrimp - A flavorful journey to the peaks. Our house-made crust is topped with plump shrimp, a robust garlic-butter sauce brightened with lemon and white wine, fresh herbs, and melted mozzarella. A comforting and savory delight inspired by the fresh Adirondack air. Small $22 | Large $28
- Beef Birria & Onion -We start with a generous base of our signature, rich and tender, slow-cooked beef birria, bursting with spices. Then, it's lavishly covered with melted cheese. It’s finished with fresh cilantro, a kick of fresh jalapeños, and diced onions. $22 | Large $28
- Shoreline Ricotta – This delicious creamy white pizza has a base of butter, garlic, and ricotta cheese that is topped with perfectly melted mozzarella and fresh, ripe Roma tomato slices, with a delicate blend of seasonings. Small $18 | Large $22
Okay, imagine you've just come in from a day out on the Saranac Lake chain, maybe hiked up one of the peaks, or just breathed in that crisp mountain air. You're looking for something hearty, something real good!
- $15 Adirondack Traditional Poutine – We start with a generous helping of golden, hand-cut Adirondack potato fries, piled high with fresh, squeaky New York State cheddar cheese curds. It's all smothered in our signature rich and savory brown gravy.
- $18 Adirondack Pulled Pork Poutine - We start with perfectly crisp fries, load 'em up with local squeaky cheese curds, and drench it all in savory, homestyle gravy. Finished with a generous mound of smoky, melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork.
- $18 Adirondack Buffalo Chicken Poutine - We start with crisp fries and local Meier’s cheese curds, then load it up with tender chicken coated in tangy Buffalo sauce. A cool drizzle of ranch [or blue cheese] dressing.
- $20 Adirondack Birria Poutine -Our perfectly crisp, golden fries are generously loaded with meltingly tender, slow-roasted beef birria. Topped with authentic Meier’s local cheese curds and then drenched in a rich, deeply flavorful birria beef gravy, finished with fresh cilantro.
All sandwiches served with crispy fries
- $17 The Mountain Pulled Pork (GFO): Our slow-roasted pulled pork is slathered in our house-made Titus Mountain Maple Chipotle BBQ sauce, bringing bold, sweet, and smoky flavors down from the peaks. Complete with a wave of classic creamy coleslaw.
- $17 Mountain View Grilled Chicken Sandwich (GFO): Juicy grilled chicken strips topped with cheddar cheese, Applewood Smoked Bacon and slathered with Titus Mountain Maple Chipotle BBQ Sauce. Served on a toasted brioche bun with fresh lettuce, tomato, and red onion. A hearty taste of the high peaks.
- $17 The Donohue Farmstead Burger (GFO): A hearty taste of the region! Featuring rich, flavorful beef from local Donohue Farms, grilled just right. A satisfying classic served on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato and Red onion. Add Applewood smoked bacon $2.50 | Add American, Cheddar, Swiss, Cheddar Onion, or Mozzarella $1.50
- The Secret Honey Dijon Wagyu Smash (GFO): Decadent Wagyu beef smashed and layered with sharp Steakhouse Onion Cheddar and crunchy onion straws. The star is our house-made secret honey Dijon sauce, drizzled generously for a unique sweet and tangy kick. Served on a toasted brioche bun. ¼ lb $20 | 1/2 lb 25
- The Velvet Wagyu & Herb Smash Burger: A Wagyu smash patty delivers unparalleled flavor and tenderness, beautifully complemented by the smooth, velvety richness of Boursin cheese. Fragrant Herbes de Provence sautéed mushrooms provide an aromatic, savory layer on a toasted brioche bun. ¼ lb $20 | 1/2 lb $25
- $17 Cascade Brook Crispy Haddock (GFO): A generous fillet of flaky haddock, fried golden brown and perfectly crisp. Served on a toasted bun with crisp lettuce and our house tartar sauce.
Gluten Free Buns Available $2.50
Other Sides
NO CHARGE WHITE RICE, POTATO CHIPS, TORTILLA CHIPS, COLESLAW, TODAY'S VEGETABLE, GARLIC MASHED
UPGRADE YOUR SIDES
- $3 MEXI RICE, SIDE SALAD
- $4 POUTINE, SOUP OF THE DAY
Rustic warmth meets zesty spice
- $21 Sunset Smothered Chimichanga (VO, GFO,VGO)- This golden-fried chimichanga is packed with fluffy Mexi rice, shredded cheddar, and your choice of seasoned taco meat, grilled chicken, smoky pulled pork or black bean and corn. Fried crispy, it's then smothered in our warm, house made jalapeño cheese sauce. Topped with fresh diced tomatoes and zesty sliced jalapeños. Served with tortilla chips.
- $19 Whitecap Mexi Bowl (VGO, VO, GFO)- We start with a foundation of Mexi rice, then layer it with tender fajita grilled chicken, our roasted black bean corn salsa, and fresh diced tomatoes. The "whitecap" comes next, cotija cheese!. It's all finished with sliced jalapeños, fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Served alongside, cilantro lime crema and crispy tortilla chips, perfect for dipping.
- $19 Rustic Ridge Birria Tacos (GFO): Our Birria features tender beef, slow-cooked in a robust, warming blend of ancho, chipotle, and guajillo peppers, plus garlic, signature spices, and a touch of orange. Served on three soft tortillas with plenty of cotija cheese, fresh diced onion, and bright cilantro. Comes with sides of our cilantro lime crema, and crispy tortilla chips.
- $17 Vegan Fiesta Flour Tortilla Wrap (V,GFO): A vibrant, plant-based meal wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. Filled with savory Mexican rice, hearty black beans corn salsa, then topped with diced red onion, fresh cilantro and served with flour tortilla chips.
From Lake & Land
- $39 The Anchor Steak Frites: A substantial 8oz filet, cooked to your liking, is finished with our Black Peppercorn Cognac sauce. Served hot with a pile of perfectly seasoned, crispy frites.
- $49 The Northwoods Prime & Pearl: A flavorful New York Strip steak, grilled to your preference. It's elegantly complemented by three "pearls of the sea" – delicate scallops, gently sautéed with savory butter garlic. This exquisite pairing rests atop a bed of garlic mashed potatoes, served with the season's fresh vegetables.
- $23 Forest Floor Mushroom Pasta (V,GFO): An earthy medley of sautéed wild seasonal mushrooms (like cremini, shiitake or oyster) tossed with linguini pasta in a savory garlic-thyme Parmesan cream sauce. Finished with a hint of truffle essence and fresh parsley. Add Chicken $5 | Add 4 Grilled Shrimp $8
- $24 Pacific Drift Poke Bowl (GF, V): Our poke bowl features sushi-grade Ahi Tuna, diced and marinated in soy and sesame, served over seasoned white rice. It's accompanied by fresh toppings: cool cucumber, edamame, seaweed salad, and pickled ginger, and a drizzle of wasabi aioli. Substitute Tofu for a vegan option.
- $22 Adirondack Fish Fry - Flaky, mild North Atlantic Haddock fillets dipped in our light beer batter and fried to a perfect golden-brown crisp. Served with crispy frites, coleslaw, tartar sauce and a fresh lemon wedge.
- $31 Twin Cruiser Crab Cakes & Frites: Two of our signature Chesapeake Bay lump crab cakes, pan-seared golden brown, arrive ready to anchor your appetite. Each is topped with our refreshing 'Fennel Breeze' slaw and served alongside zesty Cajun remoulade and a generous portion of crispy golden frites.
- The Drifter's Daily Catch: Reflecting the clear waters and wild beauty of the Adirondacks. Ask your server about today's featured fish selection, sourced fresh and prepared simply – perhaps grilled or pan-seared – letting its clean flavor, pure as a mountain stream, come through.
