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Kanu @ The Whiteface Lodge, Lake Placid, NY

Kanu @ The Whiteface Lodge

4.2
4.2
661 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Sophisticated Adirondack-inspired cuisine is elevated by magnificent mountain views at Kanu. Hand-hewn log beams and granite stone fireplaces add rustic warmth to an unforgettable dining experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (518) 523-0510
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Greg Sherman
  • Catering
    Please contact our Events & Sales manager, Kelly at k.folley@thewhitefacelodge.com
  • Private party facilities
    Parties over 9 will have special requirements (select menu and times) For large party requests at Kanu, please contact our Food and Beverage Director, Barry at Barry.Sears@hhmhotels.com
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Placid
  • Cross street
    Saranac Avenue
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Entertainment
    Seasonal entertainment is offered in our Kanu lounge free of charge. Please call for details or 'like' us on Facebook for future dates and artists.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 661 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Upstate New York

    Romantic

  • North Country

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kanu @ The Whiteface Lodge offers a captivating Adirondack ambiance, perfect for families with "excellent family restaurant" vibes. Guests appreciate the "attentive service," diverse menu, and "wonderful atmosphere." While some dishes and service can be inconsistent, standout experiences include "great food," "creative cocktails," and memorable special occasion touches.

661 Reviews
  1. Joanne

    New York City

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were the first seating for the Thanksgiving buffet and found everything even better than expected; service, food, and atmosphere.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress Jess went absolutely above and beyond for us. She was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful and hospitable. The ambiance was homey and romantic and the food was incredible. Thank you for a wonderful honeymoon dinner!

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  3. matthew

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Totally overpriced and the food wasn't that great at all. $30 for a hamburger and fries so salty you can melt snow. Food definately lacked presentation as well. Ambiance was definately nice and the complimentart breakfast was good but I wont come back again for dinner. Drive 5 minutes into town for better food at a cheaper price.

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  4. Tom

    New York City

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second experience at Kanu. The food is very good, but pricey. The ambiance in Whiteface Lodge is spectacular. We sat in front of the roaring fire. Service was prompt and attentive. We both had the trout which was a nice change from the standard Chilean Sea Bass of most restaurants. An excellent dinner.

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  5. Larry

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We both had wonderful dinners. My wife really enjoyed the shrimp pot pie and I loved the trout. Excellent food and excellent service!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was slow! Fireplaces were off even though it was cold. The squash apple bisque was bland, the venison beef albondigas were tasty but overdone. The wedge salad was really good. We got the wrong vintage of the wine we ordered but it was a fabulous Zinfandel regardless.

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  7. Rachel

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The server was lovely but forgot our serving/eating utensils during multiple courses. The food was underwhelming with the exception of the bison burger which was quite good and perfectly cooked. The ambiance was interesting, likely lovely when the restaurant is full but on the slow Sunday evening on which we went it felt half closed.

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  8. Joshua

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful atmosphere and attention to detail. Service is impeccable. Food was delicious!!

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  9. ralph

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Great service and food. Lovely atmosphere.

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  10. Mark

    New York City

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice dinner in a beautiful room. Server was excellent. Creative cocktail menu. Prices charged on our bill were higher than listed on the menu. Would return.

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FAQs

Kanu @ The Whiteface Lodge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (518) 523-0510.

Kanu @ The Whiteface Lodge is rated 4.2 stars by 661 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Kanu @ The Whiteface Lodge

7 Whiteface Inn Lane, Lake Placid, NY 12946

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Saranac Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Placid
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Greg Sherman
  • Entertainment
    Seasonal entertainment is offered in our Kanu lounge free of charge. Please call for details or 'like' us on Facebook for future dates and artists.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (518) 523-0510
  • Catering
    Please contact our Events & Sales manager, Kelly at k.folley@thewhitefacelodge.com
  • Private party facilities
    Parties over 9 will have special requirements (select menu and times) For large party requests at Kanu, please contact our Food and Beverage Director, Barry at Barry.Sears@hhmhotels.com
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