The Boathouse Restaurant

Why go

If you want classic Lake George vibes—water at your feet, boats gliding by, and sunset color washing over the mountains—this is the dinner spot. The Boathouse sits in a restored 1876 boathouse at the Lodges at Cresthaven, and the setting does a lot of the heavy lifting: big windows, a broad deck, and that Adirondack-on-the-water feel.

The scene and the food

Think relaxed-but-polished lakeside dining: steaks, seafood, burgers, cocktails, and desserts that fit both a casual lunch and a date night. It’s a popular choice for celebrations and wedding weekends, and many nights feature live music. Expect a lively deck when the weather’s good and a cozier dining room when the breeze picks up.

What makes it different

• You can arrive by boat and tie up at the private docks.
• The building itself is the experience—an actual historic boathouse over the water, not just near it.

Good to know

• Open seasonally (generally April–October). Shoulder seasons are calmer; midsummer weekends are busy and can mean slower service.
• It’s a wedding and event venue too, so occasional buyouts or partial closures happen.
• Prices reflect the setting and view.

Best time to visit

• For the view: book 60–90 minutes before sunset and ask for the deck or a window table.
• For fewer crowds: weekday lunches or early dinners in spring and fall are the sweet spot.
• For energy and entertainment: summer evenings, especially weekends, when live music is common.

Logistics

Reservations are recommended (they take them online). If you’re boating in, call ahead about dock space. There’s on-site parking, but it fills on summer evenings; arrive a little early.