Artisans Restaurant

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

Where the Adirondacks Meets the Table

Nestled within the storied Lake Placid Lodge on the shores of Lake Placid in upstate New York, Artisans Restaurant earns its name on every level. The lodge itself was conceived as a tribute to the iconic Adirondack Great Camps of the Gilded Age — those posh, deep-woods retreats where the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts once sought refuge — and Artisans carries that spirit into every dining experience. Rebuilt after a devastating fire in 2005, the lodge stands today as one of the most exclusive destinations within the six-million-acre Adirondack Park, a setting masterfully shaped by local masons, furniture makers, and painters whose handiwork surrounds guests at every turn.

An Elegant Setting, An Extraordinary View

The dining room at Artisans is intimate and fire-lit, with candlelight casting a warm glow across a rustic-chic interior that feels both refined and deeply rooted in place. Floor-to-ceiling vistas open onto Lake Placid's undeveloped shoreline and the majestic Whiteface Mountain beyond — a backdrop that transforms every meal into something memorable. When the weather invites, the Lodge's terrace extends the experience outdoors, bringing the Adirondack landscape right to the table. For the most intimate occasion, the private dine-in wine cellar offers a singular setting: a vaulted brick room draped in ceiling vines, its alcoves glowing with rare and carefully curated vintages.

Chef Derek Leinonen and the Farm-to-Table Philosophy

At the heart of Artisans is Executive Chef Derek Leinonen, whose New American menu is rooted in a genuine farm-to-table philosophy. Locally sourced and seasonally driven, the menu changes frequently to honor the freshest ingredients from area farms — a commitment that keeps the cuisine as alive and dynamic as the landscape outside. Guests seeking the fullest expression of the kitchen's craft are encouraged to opt for the tasting menu, a curated journey through the season's finest offerings. Attentive servers and knowledgeable sommeliers complete the experience, lending the kind of unhurried, gracious hospitality that has made Artisans a celebrated destination for romantic evenings and meaningful celebrations alike.

Recognized Excellence

Artisans Restaurant holds a coveted Forbes Travel Guide Recommended distinction for 2026, a testament to its consistently elevated New American dining experience. The lodge itself is a proud Relais & Châteaux member property, further underscoring the standard of cuisine, comfort, and care that guests can expect from every visit.