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Lakefront fine dining with the best views - Shepard's at Erlowest, Lake George, NY

Shepard's at Erlowest

4.7
4.7
425 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
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.

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 5 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:30 am Bar Daily 3:00 pm–8:30 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/
  • Private party contact
    josh@theinnaterlowest.com: (518) 668-5925
  • Neighborhood
    Lake George
  • Cross street
    Stone Schoolhouse Road
  • Parking details
    Parking is available and offered at no charge.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 425 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Upstate New York

    Romantic

  • Upstate New York

    Contemporary American

  • Capital District

    Best Food

  • Capital District

    Best Ambiance

  • Capital District

    Great for fine wines

  • Capital District

    Romantic

  • Capital District

    Great for scenic views

425 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very quaint/romantic setting with great food and service

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  2. MagooandMac

    Philadelphia

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was splendid! The food was delicious and the service was excellent! A beautiful setting and a warm welcoming atmosphere!

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  3. Birdman

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, excellent service and beautiful atmosphere

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  4. LeonardM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Our waitress was great! Portions are very small, but good.

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  5. Claudia

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was beyond excellent & she was hustling all nite! Presentation of our food was great, as well all our dishes were deliciously excellent! Every time we come up I reserve, this time we had something delay us & when i called to explain she only gave us 15 minutes, realistically i needed 20-30 little disappointed she didn’t give us the luxury of the time we needed especially since we reserve every year we come up!!

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  6. kjd13

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff was a delight and food yum! They accommodated us putting sauces on side and for French cuisine was not too rich perfect balanced and very fresh. We shared a wild mushroom risotto perfect portion and I had sea scallops and stripped bass special my husband had filet mignon all cooked perfectly.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Food and ambiance were very good. Service could have been better.

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  8. ElaineP

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Inn is a hidden gem and magnificent. Olivia was the perfect waitress and the food is first rate

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  9. BobG

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal and service. Great place for a quiet romantic dinner

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  10. JeffA

    Poconos

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    One of the best restaurants I have visited in sometime. The food was outstanding, and I cannot wait to return. I would give this restaurant a 5 star rating instead of the current 4 1/2 star rating listed.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere is absolutely charming and the meal was exquisite! Courteous, professional service, an absolutely lovely experience. The best lobster bisque ever, the filet melts in your mouth, salmon was perfection, don't skip the risotto, and the dauphinois potatoes are to die for!!

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  12. WendyH

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a beautiful restaurant! The ambiance was gorgeous. The view was amazing. The food was very very good.

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  13. Terri

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was really good! Real nice place for a special occasion

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  14. JEvans

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food was delicious. Swe started with salads and lobster bisque followed by spaghetti squash, the chicken breast and salmon. All were equally good. Our server Jess was pretty on top of things. The only reason I rated service as very good was our drinks took a while to come out.

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  15. suzi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    contrary to reviews I saw online, this restaurant was FABULOUS. service was terrific, the food was great and the food came much faster than anticipated by previous lack luster reviews do not miss this spot. its THE place for your special dinner, PERIOD!!!

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  16. Trialgirl

    Philadelphia

    131 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    131 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience4
    Great dinner ruined by poor service We sat down for dinner at 710 and ordered promptly. Salads did not arrive til 8, entree at 845. We declined dessert and asked for check. Server brought dessert menu anyway. Check finally arrived after 2 more requests. Server could not understand our request to split check with other couple. Had to bring it to cashier ourselves. Couples at adjacent table had same issues with Server. She does a disservice to your resta

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  17. Mike

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and drink was excellent. Short Rib and Filet were outstanding. Wait staff was outstanding Marissa was excellent. Would have enjoyed a lake view, but a terrific experience.

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  18. Rosanne

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The Inn was charming. The architecture and design of the rooms was absolutely gorgeous. The grounds were beautiful, with lake views too. The staff was attentive and extremely helpful. The dining rooms were a pleasure to dine in. They were beautifully appointed and attention to details was amazing. The food was worth the stay. My favorite was breakfast.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    My husband had the pork chop which I thought was dry. I ordered the salad and risotto. Both dishes were very good. Waitress was great. Dining room had an old antique vibe set inside the Inn. Overall it was good but expensive.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful. We go for special occasions. Service. Food, atmosphere was great.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    The main meal was fantastic. Our waitress was very pleasant. Strangely I ordered a vodka martini straight up with blue cheese olives and sent it back as it tasted more like a cosmo...got the second one as a replacement and it still was made incorrectly so sent it back and said forget about it...(as an aside Straight up is the easiest martinis to make. it was left on my bill even though I never had it...also ordered an expensive bottle of wine That was out of stock and waitress gave us a replacement that I had to assume was the same price as the other as she charged me for the out of stock item...I don't typically analyze a bill very closely and didn't notice this until I got home...food was fantastic though (except the bread basket for 4 was the size of a single dinner roll...very odd) ...however the most important part...the entrees were excellent.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    34 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience2
    My wife and I went for the last day of our vacation. We were seated outside and there was a large wedding party nearby that was pretty loud. We waited 15 mins before water was served and we got the drinks menu which was annoying. The harvest bisque was nice but overly sweet like a dessert-it needed more salt. The short ribs however were excellent. The blue martini I ordered was not good unfortunately. Overall while the food was above average, the poor service throughout the dinner really dampened our enthusiasm for this restaurant.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience the food was fantastic, and the service was wonderful.  Megan was wonderful and we thoroughly enjoyed her waiting on us. We will be back and ask for her to wait on us again when we return lovely. Bill and Joan Oneill.

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  24. Suze

    Philadelphia

    28 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Over priced meal although main courses were very good. We split a salad which they charged us $5 replating fee and it was a boring bit of romaine with some tomatoes and slivers of some kind of cheese. It was our anniversary which they knew but didn’t make it festive by bringing us a complimentary dessert etc. Disappointing and for the price we really expected something special. The service was good but that’s to be expected at a high end place like this. Won’t be back.

    1 person found this helpful

  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When in Lake George, do NOT miss this amazing find! Nestled in a former private Queen Anne style stone residence, this inn and venue space also happens to house an absolutely fabulous restaurant called Shepard’s. While the dining is casual formal/conservative, the menu is anything but! Our first course was a warm spinach salad, with Chipotle Olive Oil, Freeze Dried Corn, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Aged Cheddar Cheese, finished and perfectly dressed with the right amount of Balsamic. The second course was cajun seared black tiger shrimp, paired with Sweet and Spicy Polenta Fries, and Candied Shallots. The shrimp were tender, and cooked to perfection, no rubber here! The Polenta fries, were lightly fried and served as a great balancing accompaniment to the shrimp. Our favorite polenta fries are still those from White Mountain Cider Company, but these are deliciously close! Our main was a very unique Braised Venison and Grilled Filet Mignon Bolognese, with a bed of Potato Gnocchi and Roasted Asparagus, finished with a Leek Cream Sauce, Twelve Year Balsamic and Shaved Grana Padano (!) 🤤 The filet was fall apart tender, and the venison was cooked rare and not the least bit “gamey” - a highly recommended choice should you go here! We rarely order dessert, but we made an exception this time for the raspberry and chocolate mousse napolean; the puff pastry was light and crisp, and the chocolate mousse was decadent and rich, each layer topped with a fresh raspberry. The service was attentive and courteous, and the venue was a site to behold; gorgeous views of the lake to be had from the stone patio and outdoor fireplace! A must visit! 👍

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  26. Ginny

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, as always, was outstanding. I thoroughly enjoyed a spinach salad with warm bacon dressing as well as a duck special.

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  27. JImMac

    Atlanta Metro

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful meal. Tiger Prawns were excellent. The pork chop was tasty. The surprise was the spaghetti squash and vegetables that was a definite winner. Very favorable. Service was outstanding. It was a vey pleasant dinner for two.

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  28. DavidJ

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a win, win when staying or dining at Erlo West!!

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  29. dorisa

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and great food and views of lake George. Philip (the general manager) went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. Alexes our server was very nice. Will highly recommend this and will be back.

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  30. Chazzy

    Philadelphia

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent. Server was pleasant & wonderful.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Olivia was an amazing server, very attentive and accommodating. If your looking for an amazing 5 star dining experience come here. Everything from appetizers to desert were on point!

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  32. TomQ

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As usual a great meal and service. We will be back for Mother’s Day!

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  33. TaylorG

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was so delicious! Our waitress and all staff were very nice.

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  34. SpencerK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing gourmet food! We had an outstanding experience. The waitstaff was so friendly and helpful. We felt so lucky to eat here and can’t wait to go back.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service is top notch. Highly recommend this place.

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  36. MichaelC

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spent the evening at the Erlowest (Schuyler Suite) to celebrate a birthday. Dinner at Shepard's was wonderful in every way ... this is a gem of a restaurant and being located in a former Lake George Victorian Home is just a plus. We will return.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Anniversary Never disappoints

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  38. CathyP

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Food was delicious. Portions were substantial. Beautiful property

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentine’s- Megan our waitress was the best!!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Shepard's at Erlowest is rated 4.7 stars by 425 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Shepard's at Erlowest

3178 Lake Shore Dr, Lake George, NY 12845

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Stone Schoolhouse Road
  • Neighborhood
    Lake George
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:30 am Bar Daily 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • 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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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/
  • Private party contact
    josh@theinnaterlowest.com: (518) 668-5925
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