Escape the Cold at These 10 Cozy Adirondack Bars
When winter arrives, sometimes all you want to do is relax by a warm fireplace. Here in the Lake George area and the Adirondacks, there are quite a few cozy bars where you can warm up and enjoy a drink. Here are 10 of the coziest bars you should check out this winter!
The Inn at Erlowest (Lake George, NY)
The Inn at Erlowest is a turn-of-the-century castle in Lake George that offers both luxurious rooms and fantastic dining options. In particular, the Library Bar & Fireplace Patio is the place to go to find a cozy bar. This small bar area features a signature cocktail list, lighter fare, and a beautiful fireplace.
The Log Jam Restaurant (Lake George, NY)
Like its name suggests, the Log Jam Restaurant in Lake George looks similar to a large log cabin inside and outside. There are three massive stone fireplaces in the restaurant, so you'll definitely feel the warmth from the open bar area.
The Long Horn Restaurant & Pub (Lake Luzerne, NY)
Just outside of Lake George in the Town of Lake Luzerne, the Long Horn Restaurant & Pub is the place to be if you want to warm up in a bar. In addition to the fireplace located right by the bar, there's another fireplace in the adjacent dining room.
The Grist Mill (Warrensburg, NY)
The Grist Mill in Warrensburg features a rustic tavern where you can sit back and relax near a warm fireplace. Instead of having a full dinner in the main room, enjoy some lighter fare in the tavern. If you see a pot over the fire, you'll know there is soup cooking!
Griffin's Tavern in the Merrill Magee Inn (Warrensburg, NY)
Featuring wooden ceilings, floors, and walls, Griffin's Tavern in the Merrill Magee Inn is set up like a cozy Adirondack cabin. The bar area offers comfortable seating, tables and chairs, as well as two fireplaces that will warm you up quickly.
Morgan & Co. Restaurant (Glens Falls, NY)
Previously known as the McEchron House, the historic Glens Falls building has been transformed into the Morgan & Co. Restaurant. While the restaurant includes a fine dining menu, the cozy bar offers a large selection of wines, beers, cocktails, and more. Enjoy the warm lighting and heat from the restaurant's fireplace.
The Anvil Inn (Fort Edward, NY)
Although it is located just outside the Adirondacks, the historic Anvil Inn in Fort Edward has the look and feel of a rustic restaurant. A blazing fireplace in the main dining room warms the building in winter, and the bar area is a cozy spot where you can relax with friends.
Big Moose Inn & Restaurant (Eagle Bay, NY)
Located along the shores of Big Moose Lake in Eagle Bay, the Big Moose Inn & Restaurant is perfect for anyone looking to escape the cold inside a cozy Adirondack bar. The beautifully crafted wooden bar gives the space a rustic atmosphere, and a large fireplace keeps the building warm during winter.
Garnet Hill Lodge (North River, NY)
Over at Garnet Hill Lodge's Loghouse Restaurant, there's a small and cozy bar area just steps away from one of the building's fireplaces. Once you've had a specialty cocktail at the bar, you can also check out the dining area and Lodge Room, which are just as cozy.
Taste Bistro & Bar (Lake Placid, NY)
Not only does Taste Bistro & Bar at Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa offer wonderful views of the lake, but it's a great place to enjoy a delicious meal and seasonal cocktails. The cozy bar area features comfortable seating, and it is located close to the fireplace in the dining room.
