14 Best American Restaurants near Caroga Lake

“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.“

“Quality food that taste amazing at affordable prices“

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

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

“This place was excellent. Stopped on a whim coming home from great escape. Was prepared to get a hot dog but no one in my party of 4 did! The burgers were all excellent and so was my fish fry sandwich. Fresh hot out the frier fries and homemade potato chips also. The vibe in here is fantastic as well.“

“I’m staying at the hotel and I have to say that the restaurant has excellent food and the atmosphere is decent. Most dinner meals come with a soup or salad (French onion is wonderful) and fresh made rolls. It is a pretty quiet place with a fireplace and lots of tables. Good for large groups or work dinners.“

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

“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 .“

“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“

“Waitress was great,“

“good food definitely great price 2 eggs home fries toast $5. very friendly people great staff. we learned you can put cream of tartar under your tongue and it will get rid of your headache..“

“Recommend the manic mania appetizer it is my favorite! The blue raspberry sprite Boba is amazing. The mac n cheese burger is yummy and the Huncka chunka lava cake ice cream sundae is to die for! A warning that the ice creams are big so make sure to save room! I always leave with a grin and a very full belly. Wonderful people and atmosphere.“

“I was there recently for work and staying at the hotel. I stopped in to try out the restaurant I will admit I had my doubts. I'm glad two waitress nullified my doubts. The first night I had Gianna it has been more then 15 years since someone has been able to get my order correct without there being a issue. Gianna did it without even breaking a sweet. The last night I was there I was with a friend and we got Samantha ( who trained Gianna ) and again the without breaking a sweat got my order prefect and even convinced me to have dessert that night. I am extremely hard to impress they both did it. I will definitely be coming there just to have awesome food and to see those 2 young ladies. Thank You both for a awesome time it very appreciated.“