“During my summer visits through Old Forge I would pass this funky little restaurant called Toka Bocca. Each pass I would be going on their webpage to checkout their eclectic menu. Their menu is a fun read with unique food options names such as "Everyday I'm Trufflin'", "Bong Bong Shrimp" and "Dazed and Confused Sliders" As you can see these names and the vibe of the restaurant has a THC/cannabis theme. Please don't take this place as a dispensary or stoner hangout. Other than the punny names and chill aesthetic there is NO CBC,THC or cannabis in the actual menu items. My wife and I finally made the stop and we were so happy we did! As soon as we walked in we were welcomed by one of the waitstaff who asked if we would like to sit inside or in their side patio. We chose an inside booth. They also had high top tables and chairs along with normal sized tables throughout the smallish sized restaurant which offered a bit more warmth and intimacy than a bigger restaurant with more table selection. The menu is pretty extensive. Entrées ranger from Tacos, burritos, flatbreads, sliders, pasta, rice bowls along with chicken and tuna dishes. Though much is on the menu, I can assure you that everything is freshly prepared and cooked in house while the taste and presentation was spot on. My wife and I decided to order something completely different than what we do after an exhausting but rewarding Adirondack hike. We decided on tacos! I am a HUGE pork belly fan so I opted for the Notorious P.I.G Taco. The pork belly had some crispness along with its flavorful, tender meat. The cucumber and pineapple added a delicious lightness to each bite. Their Tokabocca sauce did not overpower the taco but was more of a compliment. The highlight was definitely the pork belly! My wife enjoyed her chicken tacos as well. I had a couple bites and the chicken was marinated well and cooked perfect. Their Mexican crème was such a delightful topping along with the fresh pico de gallo. The chicken and toppings were between both between hard taco shell and an outer soft shell. This actually made the taco a bit more easier to eat without it falling apart everywhere! I also recommend ordering one of their appetizers. We ordered the Cat Cow. It was fantastic! Fried cauliflower and Brussel sprouts tossed in their Tokabocca sauce, cotija and green onions. Toka Bocca has now become my number one restaurant in the Old Forge region of the Adirondacks. Their menu is mouthwatering and service was attentive. Toka Bocca is actually a newer restaurant to its sister Toka Bocca in Herkimer, NY. Though I haven't visited the Herkimer location the menus are similar with a slight difference in some extra options in Herkimer. We will definitely be back next spring and throughout the summer when are ADK trips take us to or through Old Forge.“
“By far my favorite restaurant/bar/atmosphere in Old Forge. I love the ease of going down to the Lean To when we stay at Great Pines, but also love going there when we've rented a large cottage with our extended family. The atmosphere and staff at the Lean To is like family. It's always a good time, the food is always amazing, with their ever changing and seasonal menu offerings. I LOVE that they have such great vegetarian offerings on the normal menu. Drinks are the best at the Lean To. AND it's dog friendly! Just doesn't get any better!Vegetarian options: Not your average options that are thrown on just to please a specific crowd. These are well thought out delicious choices and change seasonally. SO YUMMY.“
“Absolutely awesome. Growing up in the 80's and vacationing in Old Forge, I always wanted to stop here. My parents never did.This year on our trip we stopped here and took our kids. We got hot dogs, chili cheese fries, chicken tenders, and regular fries. Everything was absolutely killer! The sauerkraut was great, the hot dogs were quality dogs, and the fries and chili on them was perfect.Tip: As for the Pied Sauce. A bit spicy and creamy. It was great on top of the Kraut Dog.The ice cream was quality as well. If they have the Adirondack Black Bear, get it. They are known for it. Don't pass this gem by. The food is great, the staff is even friendlier.“
“If the food wasn't so amazing and I wasn't so hungry after hiking all day then I could have shared pics of the grouper tacos and black and blue burger we enjoyed last evening. The tacos included crispy fried fish that was broken into smaller pieces so everything fit nicely into the two super-stuffed soft shells.A wide range of choices is available with daily specials. I was tempted by the chicken pot pie special. On the beverage front, my wine was a generous pour of a house white.One note: we arrived at 4:30 on a gorgeous day and the place was packed by 5:15. Release your inner early bird to get your choice of outdoor seating if that is your thing. Indoor dining looked super cute & cozy as well.“
“For a place called Adirondack dog House I'd think the dogs would be epic. They were ok...nothing to write home to mom about but good either way. The lady behind the counter was delightful and treated the kids with a few jokes. Plenty of food for the price. I'd stop again if needed.“