Rafter's Restaurant at Deer Creek Lodge
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Let me start by saying yes they are under construction. Not just one spot in the lodge it's the entire lodge everywhere you look.
They are very short staffed but our housekeeper Cheyenne was fabulous. Our room was clean and well stocked. However they have no night shift cleaners or maintenance I'm assuming. The hallways were dirty and the pool area was littered. Also it's March 9th and all the Christmas decoration is out. Unfortunately we had people running the halls...read full review
They are very short staffed but our housekeeper Cheyenne was fabulous. Our room was clean and well stocked. However they have no night shift cleaners or maintenance I'm assuming. The hallways were dirty and the pool area was littered. Also it's March 9th and all the Christmas decoration is out. Unfortunately we had people running the halls...read full review
Service was amazing! The view was really scenic. The food was good, a little pricey but not too bad.
The food was great, the restaurant has beautiful views. Waitress was nice. But it could use better management. It didn't feel like it was ran very well. There were 6 tables of guests and everything took forever. We stood for 10 minutes at the host stand before we saw the host. And everyone we watched stood there forever also. The restaurant and lodge has so much potential. I hope they can improve, I love this place.
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 8PM 11:30AM - 2PM 8 - 10:30AM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 8PM 11:30AM - 2PM 8 - 10:30AM |
| Wednesday | 8 - 10:30AM 11:30AM - 2PM 5 - 8PM |
| Thursday | 8 - 10:30AM 11:30AM - 2PM 5 - 8PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 2PM 5 - 9PM 8 - 10:30AM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 2PM 5 - 9PM 8 - 10:30AM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 2PM 8 - 10:30AM 5 - 8PM |
Rafter's Restaurant at Deer Creek Lodge offers a cozy and comfortable setting with a stunning view of the lake. The staff is known for their friendliness and attentiveness, helping guests feel welcome. Recent reviews highlight the delicious food options, such as the large salad with blue cheese, cranberries, and grilled chicken, as well as the perfectly cooked New York strip and flavorful pasta. The menu features popular appetizers, and the lodge burger has received praise for being the best in years.
The kitchen is well-staffed, but occasional long waits may happen due to server shortages, especially on busy days or weekends. Though the small menu isn't available online, making planning a bit harder, the welcoming atmosphere, comfortable seating, and beautiful scenery remain key features. For improvements, updating the online menu and ensuring food consistency could make the dining experience even better.