Restaurants near Caroga Lake

“Great vibe & Delicious food 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”

“On December 13th through 15th, 2024, I led a wonderful "Holiday Getaway Stress Relief Retreat" at Pine Lake Lodge with five amazing guests and myself! When we arrived, the Pine Lake Lodge was decorated with wonderful holiday lights and magnificent decorations that made us feel at home during the holiday season. It was like walking into a Winter Wonderland! Thanks to Kim!! Dan's wife. Just perfect for our get away during the holidays!

My name is Gi Indoccio; the owner of Be Mindful with Gi Wellness Center On-line and in person courses and classes. Please visit my website at BeMindfulWithGi.com
I also lead and host Mindfulness and Wellness retreats in the United States and Costa Rica. I teach In person classes at Flote Wellness Center in Hampton, NH in Mindfulness Based-Stress Reduction, (MBSR) 8-week course, Vision Board workshops, Attachment Relationship Theory Life Coaching, and NVC Compassionate Communication, Breathwork, and all levels of Reiki training, I, II & III, including Reiki Master Teacher Training (a year long apprenticeship program).

Having the very first wellness retreat at Pine Lake Lodge in Caroga, New York was an honor and such a pleasure!

Each and every guest was extremely pleased with their very spacious rooms, comfortable beds and the cleanliness of the entire lodge, including the bathrooms and the lovely captivating living area and the fun pool table room! Yes we even played pool on our mindfulness retreat. :)

I myself, enjoyed some meditative time in the wee 3 am hours of the morning in the comfy, cozy living room with the beautiful illuminated Christmas tree with its lights and lovely ornaments, as I pondered life and had some truly precious moments of quiet time in the silence of the glowing beams of hope on the tree. This honestly was an incredibly peaceful time of reflection for me.

We enjoyed the tremendous dining room table for 20 people, that sat us easily, and also allowed us to do our journaling and creative work making memorable votive candles with decoupage during the mindfulness retreat in such an amazing magical atmosphere. Along with the three season huge porch next to the humongous bar; we enjoyed so many wonderful memories!
We did entertain ourselves in the bar area for some tranquil Reiki Energy sessions and at night a little prosecco toast to commemorate the beginning of our journey to release stress during the holiday season!

I thoroughly enjoyed the time at the PLL, as did all of my guests. I was able to share with them a beautiful swag bag full of fantastic goodies. As a gift to them for joining me, they received a silk lavender eye pillow and beautiful amethyst heart for them to carry in their pocket, along with some essential oil scented hand cream and lip balm, and a beautiful leather bound journal with a positive saying on it and a pen for them to chronicle their journey while at the Pine Lake Lodge during the retreat and long after.

Pine Lake Lodge held the perfect setting for this holiday getaway! My only regret... is that it was too short of time and I wish we would have stayed for a total of four nights; because two nights was not enough.

Check in and check out we're very easily accomplished and anything we needed, the hosts, Jeff and Dan were able to accommodate us with. It was lovely to meet Dan's wife, Kim, as she also joined us in the enchanted winter Wonderland living room for a little fun holiday meet and greet!

As a Mindfulness, Reiki and Well-Being retreat leader, I would highly recommend Pine Lake Lodge in Caroga, NY for any type of yoga, creative, or any spiritual wellness retreat!

Feel free to contact me for any references for the Pine Lake Lodge! And of course, for any questions at [email protected] or you can call me at (6O3)-860-8645. Please go to my website listed above and Jump on my email list and receive a FR”

“Stopped on snowmobiles for lunch Friday and food was good and came fast considering how busy it was. Stopped on Saturday and needed a heated shield cord and staff and customers went above and beyond to help us out. Thank you again.”

“Took my girlfriend for a night out. We rented a room upstairs and made reservations for dinner. The food and atmosphere are amazing. We also had the best breakfast sandwich ever the next morning which was included in our room. Love it there”

“Had a roast beef sub and his Jimmy said it would be the best sub I ever had he was absolutely right it was the best sub I had in good service fast service and Jimmy is a nice guy I gave him a five star for everything thank you Jimmy I will be eating there often”

“Friendly Staff & Delicious Drinks!”

“Quality food that taste amazing at affordable prices”

“Used to go here when they were in Fonda back in the day. They’ve still got it! Great food and even better service. Can always count on them for a delicious breakfast”

“Creamiest,flavorful soft ice cream ever. I come from another state, and nothing comes close. I go as much as I can. Only wish more flavors were offered, and a bit less of the fruit flavors. It's a gamble on what flavors they're serving any given week. Regardless, chocolate is always good, and you get gigantic, fun portions. Great outdoor atmosphere, many choices on menu, and plenty of parking. So worth it!”

“This place is great for first dates or just to chill it doesn’t have cooked food it has ice cream and shakes and flurries stuff like that and yes you can more than what you pay for and the service is amazing and they are cheap, there is no activities for kids or young adults or families to do there unfortunately… I have a feeling if there were they would bring in a lot more customers”

“The nice lady made a mistake with the ice cream but I don’t care. I can barely eat their small. She gave me a gift card as a refund. She admitted to giving the wrong ice cream but I didn’t want her to waste it. Wonderful little place in Johnstown and great customer service. My kids are brats and embarrassing to bring sometimes but they can go outside and play there. The people who work there are always so nice and forgiving of my kids”

“I have dont eating your things but I have written you all the five star because I think your food is very nice”

“Thank you so much to Megan for naking our delicious quiche for Easter breakfast. It’s so perfectly amazing. Thank you to Amanda for buying them for us . I highly recommend. The food is amazing staff is super friendly and helpful .”

“our first time here was very rewarding; really great food and plenty of it and a courteous staff . definitely be coming back.”

“Hands down best food. Pizza- amazing. Wings- amazing. Then tried the chicken Caesar grilled wrap- amazing! Highly recommend!!”

“I prefer my restaurants and food without the bigotry of politics and some assclown giving a recommendation with a stupid red hat.”

“Stopped by with our dog to give him (and us) a break from the rain while camping nearby - what an amazing little place! All the beers (and the Mule) were great and the staff were lovely. And Scooby (our dog) could go inside, so that was an even bigger bonus. We’ll definitely be back when we’re in the area again!”

“One of the best places I have been too yet. Food was amazing! Drinks very well poured.”

“Awesome people. Delicious food”

“The cider is incredible. No matter what flavor, it's all great! My fiance loves the poutine and I love the wings. The views are pretty cool too.”

“Excellent food, friendly staff”

“Mu first time there was today. I wish they had a highchair. My iced latte was great. The atmosphere was very nice in there. I liked that they had tables and chairs and couches. But with no highchair for my little girl it was tough to get to really relax and enjoy myself as I was fighting with her and my drink”

“It was awesome to step back in time at this Dinner , if you ever in this area and want real food
Made in front of you ? This is the spot! Richard and Cortney are the best!!! They still have a land line telephone!”

“Table was a little small for 10 of us and the room itself was crowded but thats my only complaints. Food portions and price were very reasonable. Service was attentive and gracious for all the demands. ~$40 per person including tip. I recommend reservations for large parties and on busier nights”

“😋Vibrant atmosphere, mouthwatering homemade food, wonderful people, and a charming grocery store, – a truly uplifting experience!”

“Best Subs in town. Very friendly people.”

“El Mexcal Taqueria & Bar offers authentic Mexican cuisine in a friendly, laid back setting. They have all the standards you would expect- tacos, chimichangas, quesadillas- but their quesabirria, alambre, chori pollo and molcajete are the real stars!

Margaritas in assorted flavors really hit the spot- but my favorite is the hibiscus mezcalita- seriously- yes- I KNOW! IN FULTON COUNTY! 😂🤣 If you've never had a Jamaica Mexcalita- head over to El Mezcal and order one- thank me later.”

“I asked for recommendations for a good bakery in gloversville ...i wanted mom's baked good and thats what I got!!! I wanted quality ingedients made with love and the want for repeat customers not the "chain" store taste ive come to hate. I actually love to bake & spent lots time in the kitchen learning from my mom but also am lazy these day so this bakery did my work for me. I CANT SAY ENOUGH ABOUT THEIR BAKED GOOD....OUTSTANDING!!!! And the yound lady whom waited on me I'm assuming was an owner / family...very courteous and patient as I have health issues which brought me to the area...she took her time,made me feel like family ....it was old school service at its best that you don't see anymore,she didn't act like it was a chore to do here job anotherwards ....i have an 85 yr old dad that lives with me since mom passed ...he doesn't ask for much but enjoys a canoli once in a while ...well they delivered& then some...he loved it. went in their store for those and came out with 3 boxes of goods and a bag and so far nothing has disappointed...in fact it has far exceeded our expectations. ! thank you for your amazing bakery & service. we will be back!!!! Cathy Pessolano & Family”

“Nice clean pleasant place people and food very nice feel free to book for any occasion.”

“Definitely looking forward to hanging out here!”