The Inn at Speculator

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May 1

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Charming family restaurant overlooking Lake Pleasant.

Dining room at the Inn at Speculator in the Adirondack Mountains of New York State. — Photos courtesy The Inn at Speculator

The Inn at Speculator’s spacious dining room is warm and welcoming, with gleaming oak floors, crisp white linens on the tables, and views of Lake Pleasant from the big windows. But the real attraction is the food.

Their website states that the current owner, Michael Nalipi, is also a Culinary Institute of America graduate. He is certainly bringing his talents to bear in the kitchen.

The menu offers a variety of options for lunch or dinner. Lunchtime options include tempting starters like pretzel bites and mushroom caps; homemade soups and chili; salads and wraps; hearty sandwiches, burgers and wings.

Dinner includes classic American fare, including steaks, chops, seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes.

Don’t miss the incredible homemade desserts. On our most recent visit, they were offering berry cobbler, apple bread pudding, chocolate mousse cake and more.

Super-friendly service, reasonable prices and a family-friendly environment make the Inn at Speculator a true stand out in the area.

For current hours and other details, visit their website.

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