Shepard's at Erlowest

4.8

496 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Charming

Experience a truly exceptional dining opportunity at Shepard's, The Restaurant at Erlowest, situated overlooking picturesque Lake George.

Nestled within a historic stone mansion crafted in 1898, Shepard's 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.

Standard reservations are subject to a $25/person cancellation fee within 48 hours. Holiday and special occasion cancelation policy may differ.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon, Fri–Sun 8:00 am–10:30 am Bar Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(518) 668-5928
Website
https://www.erlowest.com/dining/
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.erlowest.com/wedding-and-events/

Location
3178 Lake Shore Dr, Lake George, NY 12845
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, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year Eve Dinner
$175.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
New Year's Eve five course special menu at Shepard's, The Restaurant at Erlowest
New Year Eve Dinner With Wine Pairings
$265.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
New Year's Eve five course special menu with wine pairings at Shepard's, The Restaurant at Erlowest

What 496 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Upstate New York
Romantic
Upstate New York
Contemporary American
Capital District
Best Food
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" with stunning views of Lake George from its castle-like setting. Guests rave about the "excellent food" and "impeccable service," making it a top choice for special occasions. The intimate and romantic atmosphere, coupled with a thoughtfully prepared menu, ensures a memorable dining experience.

496 Reviews

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Jolene
VIP
Orlando
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Most amazing service and food is always spot on. Creative and tasty!!!
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Arthur
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An hour to get there and an hour to get back to Schenectady, but it was worth it. Dignified fine dining. My filet Mignon was excellent. Companions' meals were very satisfying. Too bad we don't have much of this quality of peaceful dining in the capital district, but we now know where to go.
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Michael
VIP
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
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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J
Orlando
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 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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Laura
Baltimore
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 19, 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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Jeffrey
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 16, 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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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 14, 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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Larry
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 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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Doug
VIP
Greater Boston
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on October 12, 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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Jim
New Jersey
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 7, 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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FAQs

Shepard's at Erlowest is rated 4.8 stars by 496 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

3178 Lake Shore Dr, Lake George, NY 12845

Additional information

Cross street
Stone Schoolhouse Road
Neighborhood
Lake George
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon, Fri–Sun 8:00 am–10:30 am Bar Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 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
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.erlowest.com/dining/
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.erlowest.com/wedding-and-events/

Shepard's at Erlowest

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

New Year Eve Dinner

New Year Eve Dinner With Wine Pairings

Menu

What 496 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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