The Hungry Trout Resort in Wilmington
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Wilmington, Essex County, New York, US
Beautiful, non pretentious, delicious food and really nice service. We feel very welcomed when staying here, will return every chance we get
We loved our stay here. Fantastic location clean rooms with an amazing shower and the staff was extremely helpful and friendly!
Just left from our stay this morning,a great time at a great price.Very nice,very clean & the restaurant next door was wonderful.Will be back next summer if you’ll have us!😊
Rooms were really nice and warm, place was very clean and the check in process was contact free and really simple.I loved this place and definitely will come back if I’m in town
Its a beautiful setting in the Adirondacks with the river and trails nearby. A great terrace near the restaurant brings the river view to you. The room was quaint and very clean. It is in need of carpets as it is older . The price was a bit high. Be sure you know the restaurant is closed on Sun and Monday and we were disappointed. Next time we know. No cigar smoking please. We couldnt sit out of our room because of this. We respect peoples right to smoke but it was horrible to smell cigars or cigarette s for that matter. Overall it is a beautiful setting.
This place was very beautiful clean comfortable relaxing rooms nice staff probably even better in summertime I spent my time there in March but like I said by a stream and a mountain you want peace relaxation quietness this is the place for you check it out try it out for a night youll see what I mean
I live in Alaska and vacationing at Keene Valley this week. We had a party of six at The Hungry Trout for the first time, and we will return again. The wait staff was great. The outside deck was too hot for me, but they kept my water glass filled with cold water. I eat a lot of salmon in Alaska, so trout on the menu was my choice. Two others not from Alaska ordered salmon and they liked it. The trout options were plentiful and matched the menu. You get what you order from the menu and the prices are typical for a very nice restaurant. Four of us ordered different trout options off the menu and we all said we liked the plated trout with the potato and vegetables. The warm bread and appetizers were great. The view from the deck and from the window tables inside looking over the riverside property is magical. I can understand why couples may choose the location for a wedding. We had a two year old with us and the wait staff were awesome in providing options for food and entertainment for that age. After dinner, there was plenty of property space to let him run. Definitely a strong recommendation from me to visit The Hungry Trout.
Great place, super clean and you can bring your 🐶!
The view of Whiteface from my room was amazingly beautiful. The room was meticulously clean and the bed was very comfortable. The check in process was no contact and very simple. I walked into a warm room after a day of snowboarding. The ease of making a reservation at the on site restaurant and friendly staff was refreshing. The view of the river and crackling fireplace were a welcome sight as I entered the cozy restaurant.The food at The Hungry Trout was absolutely delicious. Best dinner I had in years! The salmon and trout were cooked to perfection and the lava cake was a great treat to end my meal. I would highly recommend these accommodations throughout the year.
No input in the accommodations - only on the restaurant. The service was not super, several things on the menu were not available, and the sides (risotto) clearly was not fresh. The trout was delicious, but the accoutrements were just not good. View is great.
This review is specifically for the restaurant. We did not stay at the resort as guests. If you want frozen seafood, horribly small portions that are way overpriced and awful service, heres your place. We had a party of 9, so our waitress was already guaranteed her 18% gratuity so why not give horrible service. Brought our wrong food, drinks, didnt check on us for 20-30 minutes (we were there for 2.5 hours and wish we could take every minute back) and had a horrible attitude. If I could rate this place a zero I would.
I stayed here over 4th of July weekend because places in Lake Placid were outrageously expensive. I thought the Hungry Trout was great value. You can park right outside your room. The rooms are nicely decorated and well maintained. The bed was incredibly comfortable. You have great Mountain Views out the back. Incredibly close to skiing, hiking, and fishing. Easy to get to Lake Placid if you want to be there, easy to avoid Lake Placid if you don’t want to go there! And you one of the best restaurants, as well as one of the best pubs, in the Adirondacks both on the property.Would definitely recommend and will be back.
Awesome view, and great staff. This place is broken into two restaurants. One side is fancier, and the other side is more like a pub style with outdoor seating. Check it out, you wont regret it!
Clear room, friendly staff, and great food! We will definitely come back!
Megan and Brad were fantastic. The food and atmosphere was out of the world. Must stop!!
Food was above average but so was the price. View is great. I didn’t particularly appreciate the extra 4% for credit card usage for a restaurant that is supposedly of higher caliber / higher price point.
Good food and the atmosphere was great! Highly recommend going to the bar downstairs and walking the grounds. Peaceful and beautiful scenery.
The view from the tables outside is absolutely stunning. The staff was super friendly, and the service was fast. We got poutine, and it was absolutely amazing!Only issue was that we both ordered medium rare burgers, and they definitely were not medium rare, more medium really.
The views are extraordinary. The food was whatever. Staff are friendly. If food isnt important this is the place for you. Otherwise, I think Lake Placid is with the trip.for the finer food fer shur.
We had our wedding here this past weekend, and it was more than we could have ever asked for. Evan was the most amazing planner , and he was so accommodating and had an amazing attention to detail. I cannot say enough great things about this place, and the staff. Not to mention the food is TO DIE FOR!!!! I highly recommend coming here for everything. The view is such an incredible bonus
Great Dinner every time. Highly recommend this place. My father used to come up her and deal with Jerry. I know hes still around - and the place is still the same in all the great ways and memories. Love the view of the west branch. Love the service and love the food. Cant wait to visit again.
Beth, our server, was so much fun, attentive and personalbe. Food was delicious and service was fantastic! I brought my husband here because I stayed at the Motor Inn with my family and we also ate at the restaurant all those years ago. What a great time we had then and now. It was a great way to spend a milestone birthday! Thank you Beth, for everything.
A great place to stay for a quiet getaway in the Adirondacks. Sadly the restaurant was closed and there was no notice on the website about the closing as I really wanted eat their Trout.The rooms are clean, spacious and well heated for winter. TV and electric is great too. Hotel owner was friendly and courteous.
Ate at the Hungry Trout restaurant. Amazing atmosphere and great upscale food. We had smoked trout for appetizers, trout with lemon and butter and cheesecake for dessert. We will definitely go there again for dinner next time we are in the area
What a fabulous dinner. Our server was excellent and the rest of the staff was pleasant. This place is a gem. I would recommend reservations.
Lovely setting. Unusual menu. A bit pricey.
Stayed a weekend in November. Below expectation. The room was damp and humid. Towels were probably washed but had stains. Multiple flies in the room. Spider nets in the corners. Some of the surfaces were dusted. Almost no wifi, very weak signal. Do not recommend.
The trout at The Hungry Trout Restaurant is one of the best places in the world for none other than TROUT. It is sourced fresh - directly from the Ausable River along the Adirondack Mountains in Upstate New York. I highly recommend it.
From beginning to end, my stay with 3 children and my husband was fantastic. We were upgraded to the kitchenette where each of my kids got their own bed. The TV in their separate room was HUGE! Perfect setup for a family. The kitchen was just right for meals and a great breakfast table. Updated shower and an amazing spot less than 2 minutes from the entrance of Whiteface Mountain. Love it and cant wait to go again!!!
Beautiful outside areas. Great service staff. But best of all was the food. Every dish from start to finish was great.
Nice location and good food with a lot of trout finishing options. Definitely take minute to check out the soups - I dont usually go for them but they had some unique options. Probably would have given five stars but we had a lot of temperature issues with the food. Well definitely come back.
I do not recommended this establishment. In short - food quality to cost ratio is decrepit. Food flavor profiles lacking.Biggest issue: We ordered chicken wings. The sauce was tasty but the meat was cold, soft and pink. The fat was not rendered. In short the wings were undercooked and heavily brined. They were sent back, the 2nd batch was comped (thank you) but were no better than the first. Both batches were un finished.Poutine was great and the cheese curds phenomenal - highly recommend.A burger was served without a pickle and tasted like paper. Mac and cheese tasted like boiled starch with hints of cheese. There were additional minor complaints about drinks.In conclusion were not picky people, we love a good greasy diner. Most of these are forgivable offenses but they were numerous and add up to a bad review. We just hiked Haystack Mountain and hungry. We inhaled the food and paid a tip. Think about this, we were hungry ate fast and still had issues with the food.
The view from the dining room is spectacular. It overlooks the Ausable river and the lower peaks surround whiteface. My wife and I both had trout dishes which were spectacular and we finished it off with a warm slice of strawberry rhubarb pie. Sorry about the photo I always take a bite before I remember to snap a shot.
Great motel. The food was nice. Strangely you can get the same menu in either restaurant, but upstairs you have to wait to be seated in the more than half empty tables! Dinner upstairs was two hours in hard wooden chairs. We ate once downstairs and once up. Fish was great, salad and soup great, creme brulee wonderful, but stuff mushrooms blah and risotto almost warm not hot.
Although I did not stay here, I ate at the restaurant and it was very good. We were there for the North Pole visit and had all of our meals here. The staff were very accommodating and personable. Meeting Santa was a wonderful experience for our daughter.
Compliments to the chef. Salmon and scallops, red pepper, ans spinach with a cream sauce over angel hair pasta... So, very delicious! The side salad was beautiful (the photo), I was so excited to taste my food that I forgot to take a photo! Excellent view from our window seat. You can make a reservation, but we never have and weve never had to wait. Probably if you want to have a table with a view, you should make a reservation and ask for the seating with a nice view.
The food is excellent! I went twice, the service is a little slow but the food and the views make up for it. The jack Daniels steak is absolutely delicious as is any of the trout dishes. The desserts are a little lacking but we didnt come here for desserts we came for the trout and the views and that did not let us down.Edit* We made another trip here a year later. Everything was excellent! The maple creme brulee was fantastic!
Loved the view. The pool was great, if not a bit cold and a little dirty on the deep end. Looked like recent dirt from kids, and not residual. Not so much not to go swimming in it. The view from the back windows is great. Would love to see some ki d of decks built, so people could enjoy the view with their coffee in the morning. The atmosphere at their adjoining restaurant is magnificent. Word of advice: dont try to go to the restaurant if you are with a group of fellow visitors. It was made clear to our group of 12, that we should go elsewhere as they couldnt accommodate us. Disappointing. We spent our $400 on dinner up the road. All in all, I would go back.
I am from Texas and was working in New Jersey. I decided to take a few days off and go to the Adirondacks. I picked a place I found online with no knowledge of the area. I couldnt have found a better place if I had lived there my entire life. This is a family run resort and it shows in every way. From Kaitlyn at the fly shop to her husband and father in law (owner) to the wonderful ladies who take care of your room, you will be treated as though you are family. The rooms are not large, but very nice. The river and waterfalls behind the resort and restaurant really separate this place from the other lodges in the area. Now to the 2 restaurants. Downstairs is the tavern, relaxed bar and restaurant. Upstairs is a little more formal. You can order from both menus either place you eat and the food is absolutely fantastic. While I could probably give five stars to the entire staff, I will mention three people that embody the atmosphere of this place. Heather, Britney, and Danielle are truly special people working in a special place. I initially had booked four days at the resort. After meeting the staff and being treated so well, I extended my stay for seven more days. After being there eleven days, I still did not want to leave. As you can tell, I have a very high opinion of this place. I travel all around the country and have only found a couple of places that I will never forget and will always go back. Now there is three. Go and enjoy yourself.
Great birthday dinner got the bone in ribeye and my boyfriend for the alfredo.. also got 2 desserts to go blueberry cheese cake and a chocolate lava cake.. great place we sat outside and watched the beautiful river what a place to go
Great place, recently remodeled with a lodge feel. Nice cozy room with a great furnishings and comfortable beds with a great view of the mountains. Had dinner at their restraunt and it was great. 4 different meals from Chicken Alfredo to Camp Fire trout, all prepared perfectly.The entire establishment appears to be owned by a local couple who really care about the place and make you feel at home.
Make reservations! We didnt but the excellent hostess sat us in the bar area and took care of our every need. The platter was amazing... venison chop and quail were terrific along side their trout specialty. But the waffle with pecan ice cream, maple syrup and candied pecans was simply amazing and a wonderful finish to a lovely dinner.
Perhaps the best dining experience outside of NYC but in the state. The facility is beautiful and is adorned with art and photos of the area. The staff was quite welcoming and professional.The meal was simply perfect. Roast lamb, butternut squash pesto ravioli and blueberry streudel Ala mode.Our experience continued well after the meal when we went out back to enjoy the spectacular view, fresh air and waterfall at the patio.Reservations are recommended, but they do accept walk-ins. They also have a more casual pub on the lower level. However, both businesses are only open for dinner.
Stayed at The Hungry Trout over the holidays past, really enjoyed all aspects of it. Rooms were clean, people were friendly and the restaurants were walking steps from the room and frankly the best around. Hoping to return one day during fishing season!!! Thanks again for having us.
Fabulous setting. The views from the restaurant and the hotel are amazing. Outdoor seating at night next to a fire in the proximity of waterfalls. Swimming holes and cliff jumps within walking distance. Ski area just a couple minutes away. Easy access to flume trail network. People are very nice, prices are reasonable compared to Lake Placid.Rooms are very well maintained. WiFi is usually ok. If booking a room, consider a slight upgrade if its available, its worth the price uptick.
Very nice rooms with outside seating. Wonderful outdoor areas of seating for gatherings. Fishing on the property. Best part was the restaurant and lounge. Food was terrific and gathering atmosphere very inviting. A wonderful place for our 3 day family reunion
My family and I spent 3 nights. The location was fantastic with ease of access to several walking trails, Lake Placid and the wonderful wildlife reserve.We had dinner at the Pub one evening and were disappointed that 2 of our 4 meals were barely warm. We were offered a 10% discount on our food bill and an apology. Overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Atmosphere is amazing of course outside back deck!!! Wait staff were friendly. As far as there award winning Trout dinners......not as advertised!!! Both were very dry, tiny portions of veggies and rice for the high prices. 2 stuffed small mushrooms for a ridiculous pricey appetizer and again very dry!!! Would NOT recommend the Trout or the stuffed mushrooms. Maybe the chefs had a bad night.
We sat outside, although we did not sit where we could view the water, the sound was relaxing. Food was decent. The only thing I was disappointed with was the side order of grilled veggies, it was like six half-slices of yellow and green squash for over $4. I was expecting a variety of grilled veggies. Other than that, it is a nice place and we will go back.
Good food. Portions dont leave you full. Had Chicken Alfredo, very good taste, portion left me wanting more for the money.
Between the fly shop on the corner of the property with everything you could need for a successful fly fishing trip, to the 2 restaurant s on the other corner. 5star restaurant and a amazing pub. Everything you need.
Beautiful lodge setting with a true Adirondack feel to it. If you like trout Ive never seen a menu with so many choices for it. Good steak and appetizers as well. Prices arent cheap but worth the experience. Roaring fire is a nice touch as well.
Ate there when I was in Lake Placid. Ordered a cup of sausage soup. Light vegetable broth with plenty of veggies and spicy sausage. Was very good. The stuffed mushrooms with boar and deer meat were good but 3 for $14 app was a little steep. Not worth the price. Was going to go for the hungry trout guided platter and should have. Saw the grilled rib eye and opted for that. I shouldnt have. I asked the waiter if it was a prime or choice cut. His reply was, Its cooked/prepared very well. Ordered it medium. I could tell by the taste it was an average choice cut. Fat was lacking. Charred well and cooked correctly. Flavor was lacking for the price.The restaurant has perfect Adirondack decor, is very comfortable, and has a great view of the river. Next time Im trying the platter.
Motel was clean and comfortable. Reasonable rate, wireless internet, and a great view. The restaurant was great although a tad pricey. What made the restaurant nice was the split level. Upstairs catered to a finer dining while the downstairs was pub fare. Overall, Id go back and would recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
The Hungry Trout or MacDougalls pub downstairs are a regular stop for us and they never disappoint. Most recently we had dinner over labor day weekend and the entire experience was just wonderful. Top notch service, food and ambience. The complete package. Get a seat with a view of the river, order anything that appeals to your tastes and I defy you to not have a memorable evening.
Decent, but needs coat rack we were supposed to have bunk beds to sleep 5 but got tiny full bed instead.
This review is for the restaurant - not the hotel or pub - but since there is nothing available for the Hungry Trout Restaurant itself, lucky for you, Im going to leave it both places to make sure I get my point across.My husband, my sister and myself made a reservation at 8pm 7/13/19. We arrived, were seated and began looking at the menus obviously and some time had passed and although there were 3 waitresses passing by repeatedly, not ONE even looked at our table or stopped. After a considerable amount of time had passed, I started to get irritated and was going to pull one of them aside to at the very least take a drink order, but the HOSTESS came back and said that she would take it because the other waitresses were too busy. She was very sweet and helpful. But I do want to point out that in the dining room we were in, there were 4 or 5 empty tables that I had counted. And there were 2 of the waitresses that were spending quit a bit of time at the computer chatting. So Im not sure what they define as too busy.Again time passes and we can see our drinks in the window. No one brings them over. Again the HOSTESS notices that they are there and apologizes for someone not bringing them. At that point she comes back and says she is going to take our order because the other waitress again are TOO BUSY???? She explained that it was her first time waitressing - and she did an excellent job, although it ISNT HER JOB. The rest of our meal was ok. Her service was great but the food was only ok. My husband and I had both ordered two different trout dishes but they were both very bland.This wasnt exactly a cheap meal - this is a nicer restaurant. When the hostess was clearing our table, one of the other waitresses was walking by and jokingly said that she was thrown to the wolves tonight and made a comment about how she had never waitressed before. Im not sure why any one of the other staff remembers thought it appropriate to have our dining experience be the one they try her skills out on. Thankfully she did a good job, but I still dont appreciate that. Also - Id like to point out that we were the ONLY table not being helped by an actual waitress. They were so busy with 5 empty tables between the 3 of them that not one of them could take an extra table.To top the whole thing off, the bartender (who may have been a manager) is the one who brought us our bills, and it was her name on the top, not the hostess - and we put cash aside to tip the hostess so that we were sure she got it instead of the bartender or anyone else who didnt help.Definitely wouldnt try this place again. And the staff really needs to get it together - if you think youre too busy - dont just pawn off a whole table on someone inexperienced - how is that ok to paying customers? If we wanted that kind of service - we couldve just gone to a chain restaurant.
Absolutely enjoyed our stay!!!! Management was very nice and answered all of our countless questions. The rooms were quiet, cozy, and clean. The kids enjoyed the pool and the playground and we all enjoyed the onsite restaurants. We will definitely be returning!!!
Well actually we ate at McDougals bar below the Hungry Trout which has excellent food, large portions and good drinks. Weve been there several times and really enjoy it... they have some tables outside looking out over the river. The bartender is great and its always a good time weve never had a bad meal there. The Hungry Trout is very good as well but it is more formal.
Great location with a beautiful view. Family friendly with a play escape just outside our door. Would stay here again!
We ate dinner at their RF McDougalls restaurant. After being told they had no open tables outside, we were told to go sit on their patio; on our way out, we passed three open tables, which was interesting given that we were one of two groups waiting. After half an hour on the patio, we were brought to a table, where we had to wait another fifteen minutes for our server to arrive at the table. Then, it took ten minutes for us to receive the sodas we ordered. We were then able to order our meals, which took forty minutes to arrive. The steak I ordered medium rare arrived just over the well-done mark. The replacement was only a bit closer. These were served alongside cold onion rings. These issues were all said to be due to a half-hour hold in the kitchen, which was strange as well, as the restaurant had been open for only around two or three hours.
We stay here everytime that we ski Whiteface. The resort isnt anything over the top, but its clean and comfortable. The food at both the restaurant and the bar are great. The location is so convenient. You dont even have to bother taking the drive into Lake Placid.
Food was okay. Fancy pub fare. There are better places on the same street. Nice for the view of the water which is unique. Staff was a bit over busy but nice when made it to the table.
We sat outside on their deck and had a wonderful view of the setting sun. The appetizers spot on. The Adirondack plate was a great way to sample the menu.
Great experience. Lovely decor. Music was nice and not distracting. Food is good, especially the crème brulée. Sautéed scallops were also very good. Staff were very friendly. We ate here few times over the past 3 years and we always enjoy the great food and the cozy atmosphere that this restaurant has.
The best restaurant in the area. I order the lemon chicken and the dessert was one of the best cheesecakes Ive ever had. The view is even better, Overlooking the picturesque Ausable River. Good service and friendly staff. I highly recommend!
This concerns only the restaurant. Not pleased to make any critical comments, but the ribeye, billed as best in the area or something, was one of those half-inch thick numbers. For thirty eight bucks. Not right. And not tender enough to compensate for thinness. Mywifes trout was pretty gussied-up and kinda salty. Weve all had meals world-wide and need to be annoyed to make comments.
Have stayed at the Hungry Trout 4 times. Absolutely comfortable and happy with every hour spent there. The food in both restaurants is outstanding, the menu in both is extensive. Have caught trout in the Ausable right behind the motel, a 3 minute walk to the water. The fly shop is a fun place to visit and pick up any last minute fly patterns, equipment and fishing advise. Guide service is amount the best Ive found in the US. The entire motel staff makes a person feel at home.
I have been eating at the Trout since the mid 1980s ... Its my favorite restaurant in the Adirondacks ... Spectacular views of Whiteface and the food is consistently excellent ... Visiting the North Country ? This is the place !
Went there on a non busy week day in the restaurant. Amazing place for the view and the scenery on the river with good fenestration. We seem to bothered the hostess a bit when we arrived. But the service from Kirk was pretty good and the food was also great. Would go back again.
Excellent view of rapids, excellent trout prepared in different ways. My wife had it Grand Marnier style while mine was with lemon and capers. Lots of soups too to start off a memorable meal!
This is a great quaint place right on the river with some excellent flyfishing nearby. The staff is very friendly, the rooms are nicely equipped and a great bar and restaurant on premise. There is also a fly shop on site with everything you need. You cannot beat this place for a quiet getaway to do some fishing.
The bartender Neil was excellent w/good advice and help, service as we where out-of-towners. Your waitress was excellent as well with service and selection. The food was terrific !An A+ in our book.
Best burger Ive had in a long time! Great service, friendly local people at the bar.
This restaurant is one of a kind. I thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere, great service, and fantastic food. I had the stuffed trout special and it was cooked to perfection. Definitely worth coming here if youre in the area!
We were staying in Lake Placid and stopped by the Hungy Trout Restaurant. All three of us ordered trout (of course) and each of our meals were absolutely delicious. I recommend for anyone looking for great food and a gorgeous Adirondack view!
Wow! Amazing! The scene from our dinner table was spectacular and the food was out of this world. The menu had some great entrees but when the waitress told us what the two specials were; the menu was out of the question. He had the sole wrapped lobster with fresh vegetables julienne and rice pilaf. I had the bison strip steak cooked to perfection, medium rare with a glaze that included sauteed onions and crispy bacon and a side of vegetables julienne and fingerling potatoes. I have never had bison before and chef nailed it! The glaze was the perfect accompanyment with just a slight bit of heat to it. I have to admit that I didnt finish it just so I could have a little more tomorrow morning for breakfast. The restaurant is amazing and the scenery is uncomparable. Oh, and I forgot; the waitress was great too and I contribute it to my age but I forgot her name. Sorry.
Great fond of memories. I caught my first trout fishing on the beautiful river. Food was delicious, view was amazing...It was so calm and peace. I could stay there 24/7 if I may.
Great food, service and outdoor dining with a beautiful vista of the Flume on the Ausable. Always a good experience.
The staff here is hit or miss - some are extremely friendly while some obviously dont want to be bothered by you, even though they are unfortunately your waitress. The trout and smoked fish here are always good, thats guaranteed. The view deserves 5 stars, especially in the fall when the colors are changing.
The Hungry Trout is an excellent part of our Adirondack vacation each time we visit the Lake Placid area. While weve never stayed at the resort, dinner in the restaurant is one of the highlights of our trip. The view of the river is as spectacular as the food.
The Hungry Trout is minutes away from Whiteface and has a lovely view of the mountain out of the windows. This is a silly thing to comment on but they had the most lovely shower Ive ever been in. Theres plenty of parking available. The owners are very helpful and kind. The restaurant is amazing- definitely the best restaurant thats in the immediate area to Whiteface. Driving all the way to Lake Placid apres-ski when The Hungry Trout is there became out of the question once we discovered it. The happy hour menu is a great deal for a meal after a long day at Whiteface. The trout options from the full menu are out of this world.
Cozy and very clean rooms with the old school feeling of quality service. The hosts and fishing guides are very friendly, professional and knowledgeable about where to fish in the area. We will definitely be back.
Lots of, you guessed it, yummy trout dishes on offer. The menu is large so there are plenty of options beyond fish. Good cocktails too with a nice view of the river.
Anniversary dinner, and a special treat. Reserved a window river view. Good service tasty food.
Great view from hotel.. rooms were alright but we felt it was less secure. Our car was fiddled with early morning on the first night. Couldnt have peaceful sleep next couple of nights.
The first time I went to this restaurant, it was the perfect evening. 4 star. I was so impressed, that I went back again about 5 days later for what turned out to be a MISERABLE experience. We ordered 3 meals and an appetizer. 20 minutes after ordering, we were told that they were out of the salmon we ordered. We then reordered, but were concerned that we had still not received our appetizer. After 45 minutes of receiving not even the appetizer and having no water left in our glasses, I approached the waitress and kindly asked if everything was okay. I was told maam, its a full house tonight, you need to be patient and you will be the first to know when it is ready. I then asked to speak with the owner/manager. Bottom line is that I had to demand a new waitress. It took us a full hour to get any food. The owner never came out to speak with us. We were given no amenities. The trout came out with skin, head and tail. Mine also had bones, The first time I went there the trout was served skinless, boneless and without attached head and tail. I guess they cut corners when they have a full house. It was not an enjoyable dinner at all. Honestly, I was very upset throughout. I do thank the second waitress for her services. She did her best to try and rescue things.
The best restaurant in the area. This is a fine dining experience with incredible food and service. It was so good, we went 2 nights in a row. Try everything!
Room was clean but needs to be freshen up. Expensive for what you get and if the place wasnt close to the Lake Placid village, it wouldnt be advised to pay more than a hundred per night. That said, place was quiet and warm reception from Jerry at check-in.
Stopped in for a late night (for the area) dinner at RF McDougalls, which offer the Hungry Trouts extensive menu in a pub atmosphere... great selection of game meats, we had the quail, venison, and duck. All was wonderful, we will be back!
Nice place but expensive. Others were offered the R.F. McDougalls Pub menu (THTR upstairs & RFMP downstairs). Was only offered wine while others were offered other alcoholic beverages.
This is by far the best place to stay in Wilmington. Rooms are super clean, great access to the Ausable River, you cant get any closer they are ON it! Amazing views of Whiteface Mountain, I wouldnt recommend staying anywhere else in Wilmington. Dont waste your time.Great Fly Shop, Great Packages and specials. Can I say anymore?
This is one of the worst places we have ever stayed. Rooms are horrible. Out of date and filthy. Housekeeping only puts fresh sheets and blankets on the bed if it looks like the previous customers slept in that bed; otherwise the same sheets are left for next people. Our bed smelled like an old man slept in the bed and sweat all night on one pillow and put the other pillow between his legs. Ohh and his dog slept in the bed and left plenty of fur. Office is hard to get a hold of to make reservations.
Awesome food, awesome service. Was a bit chilly out on the patio once the sun came out and they offered to light a fire just for us. Wouldnt hesitate to come back
We had a great time at this place. Jerry was an absolute legend and helped us out enormously. It is just down the road from Whiteface mountain ski centre (57 seconds according to Jerry by car) but the heavy snow still made it impossible to walk there. He arranged a lift for us to get down there without any hassle. Getting there from Lake Placid was a bit touch and go with the ski shuttle, so next time we think we might rent a car. You could still do it by public transport, but the weather makes all the transfers unpredictable and the Amtrak train is always late. It was much nicer staying close to the mountain than staying in Lake Placid, which was beautiful but a bit overdeveloped. Book your ski lift passes online well in advance, take the right gear or you will have to buy it there. Rentals do not include goggles, clothing or gloves, just boots, board and helmet. The Hungry Trout does not serve breakfast so either get it at the mountain or have a car. Dinner at the pub was fine. We will definitely be back. Thanks Jerry!
Comfortable, clean, convenient. Fly shop, restaurant, tavern, pool, and being on the river, makes it an all in one facility. Only downsides were lack of available power outlets in the rooms, and the restaurant selections are very pricey.
The best of the very best , casual outdoor dining , with incredible views of the famous Ausable River & Adirondack mountains
Excellent service 👍. Trout dinner awesome. Dessert 👍. Had no complaints.
Great restaurant and great service. The bar staff is very friendly. I felt like I was at a neighborhood joint where everyone was familiar and friendly. Cant wat to go back the next time I am in the High Peaks.
One of the best meals and locations I’ve ever been too.
The food was amazing. The service was out of this world. The view was perfect. It couldnt have been better and I cannot wait to come back.
Food was good, very busy on the night we went and it was very loud. The view is great if you sit by a window. Definitely get the trout.
The Hungry Trout is one of our favorite restaurants in the Adirondacks; great views, friendly staff. Sometimes I would give the food a B+ but we are usually happy with the salmon and pork dishes.
Horrible experience at the restaurant. After waiting 1hour did not get the promised table in the patio☹️Had to get takeout instead
This place was filthy and old! Food was tasteless and small portions.
My wife and I ate your restaurant on August 7th. The food was excellent and the service was way above excellent. Tricia, our server did a excellent job!
The views could not be more spectacular. With White Face Mountain and the Ausable River right behind you, it was just GORGEOUS. The rooms are simple and the staff very friendly. Amazing experience.
Great place, only ate at the restaurant/pub and found the food and service excellent. Outdoor eating has wonderful views. Must try the trout!
Welcoming staff from the moment we arrived. Nice room with a view and outdoor seating. The pool was lovely and the scenery was beautiful and peaceful
Dog friendly and right next to Whiteface Mtn. Views of the mountain from the lawn and the Ausable river touches the property. Comfortable beds, clean rooms and a nice restraunt and pub. There are hiking trails from the property over to Whiteface Mtn.Heard the fishing is good too but I dont fish.
Great service, pool, relaxing location, and local to a large variety of outdoor activities. Prices are reasonable, and staff is accommodating. Rooms are nice.
Have always wanted to stay here, last week my wife and I stayed here and had a great night away, their restaurant was perfect and so was the fishing! Highly recommend, plan on seeing us again!!
Jimmy is awesome and the food at The Trout is fantastic. Awesome appies, and if you ask nicely you may get the kitchen to chef up a batch of cheesy fries!
The Restaurant featured superb trout, duck,elk, &wild boar pleasing for the palate with outdoorsman feel! Ill be back for sure
Food and atmosphere were great, good location. Service could be better, the waitress had to be told by the bar tender we were still waiting.
We love this place. Always great service and consistent good food. Prices are reasonable too for resort dining. We live local and frequent this place.
The food is great. I enjoyed the pink lighting. The name says it for you. Theyre known for their trout. Service was quick
The restaurant is awesome...Tricia the waitress is #1......best food and service around. The motel looks like a rat infested Hell Hole.....but we are here to eat and NOT Sleep.
Excellent meal and the view is fantastic. Get a table by the window if you can. The campfire trout was spectacular
Try the scallops appetizer, its that good. Even though its called the hungry trout... The ribeye and filet mignon were perfectly cooked.
Horrendous service, inept hostess and waiters. Sat for 30 mins waiting for anybody to come to the table. The food is average: trout was greasy and tasteless, wine glasses poorly washed
My grandfather had a chance to buy this property back in 1975 but turned it down. Imagine if he did though. Great food and drinks
What a beautiful place inside and out. Great food and a great food. Owner and staff are welcoming and friendly. Fish is awesome.
Fantastic ambience! Enjoyed the smoked trout starter and their combo main dish of half trout, quail and medium rare venison!
Excellent place for dinner and a dessert. If I had a significant other I would bring her there. Nice mood lighting.
Staff was a rude, no where for a large group, we felt unwelcome, neat atmosphere, would of loved to stay had we felt more welcomed by staff...Actually were told if we werent going to hurry up and order we need to move or leave because other people needed to sit down and order
Food was alright and staff met needs but didnt do much more then that. The view off the back is very good. But subpar fish.
A great location for any outdoor activity one could ever want to do in the Adirondacks. Rooms are comfortable but some could use a little refreshing.
Good beer selection. Indoor outdoor dining. Menu looked great.
Get the Hungry Trout Sampler. Amazing bar tender... great old timer in the bar downstairs as well.
Had a great time at the Holiday Weekend with Santa. 🎄🎄Staff very capable handling all the requests because of the festivities with the children.
Our party of 5 enjoyed dinner and the atmosphere right on the river. Great quality food and awesome service.
Absolutely fantastic food, and the decor was a very pleasant throwback to childhood fishing trips!
Very clean large rooms. Restaurant has very good food and service. Would stay here again
Casual, very clean, nice pool, friendly helpful staff, beautiful location, next to a excellent restaurant (especially trout). Perfect place and very quiet
Food and service were great, ate on the deck. Very nice view
The staff was friendly and our cheesecake dessert was amazing. Minus 1 star for some bones in my fish fillet.
Had a very good time at the resort. Fishing was tough but learned a bit. I recommend it highly.
Amazing food and views. Pleasant accommodations. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great guided hunting.
We were right @ the base of White (Ice) Face! Room was cozy & clean. Wish the resturant offered Breakfast.
The trout was fresh,succulent and prepared perfectly! The staff did a fair job. Overall a very pleasant experience.
The best place for fisherman to stay. Fly shop and restaurant on site. The Ausable river runs right along the property. Pool and playground if you are bringing the family.
Friendly staff. Good prices. Beautiful grounds near the river to walk around after. Oh, and good food too.
Very dissatisfied. Room smelled old and musty. Pillows had a bad odor too
Friendly and efficient staff. A little pricey, but with limited choices, who could blame them? Very nice décor. Saranac River and mountain views. Very nice.
Went here for dinner. Excellent food, the trout was cooked perfectly. And you cant beat the views.
The Hungry Trout had bugs in the bed...we found them on a Friday night, they said they took full responsibility and were extremely sorry they relocated us to another motel at 10pm Friday evening....the continued to have the room cleaned b/4 they called an exterminator to fill out a report how then found nothing in the room now they take no responsibility and will not refund any of our money saying they only moved us b/c we were uncomfortable...well im pretty sure that ANYONE would be uncomfortable when they go to get in bed, pull back the covers and find BUGS crawling in the bed...they saw these bugs and are now lying and saying they did not...I do not recommend this facility at all for your stay in Wilmington!!!!
We ate at McDougals. Very nice. Great Food. Bartender was a Hoot.
Priced high for the portion size and quality. Nice place. Great views. Good service.
Fantastic place. Great views of the Ausable River flume! Waterfalls, great food, great drinks, who could ask for more?
Stayed at the resort for 3 nights, and had dinner here two of the three. Wonderful meals, expertly prepared both nights.
Great experience. Excellent food, wonderful location with professional service.
Excellent, unique food. Waitress was fast and friendly. Highly recommend.
Another excellent fine dining experience. Amazing food and friendly service. Highly recommended!
Didnt stay overnight, just stopped by for some drinks and food. The food was pretty good, and we enjoyed the atmosphere.
Our food and service were pretty good, the restaurant offers spectacular views of Ausable river.
Beautiful view from our room. Dinner was delicious.
One of the best views in the Adirondacks but the service was ok and the food wasnt quite worth the price
Great atmosphere and back patio with a view. The burger I had was amazing too.
This is the best dining experience Ive had in 50 years of coming to the ADK, dont miss it !
First time here, excellent Trout and great views.
Ate at McDougalls Pub. The burger was excellent & the service was warm & friendly. Id go there again for sure.
The food was ok the view was simply spectacular the service also good
Small portions for the money, waitress wasnt the best.
Everything about it is wonderful! No need to dress fancy to dine in a 6 star here!
A short walk from the KOA Willmington camp ground. Good food, local beer. 15yr long annual tradition.
Great food, great Service Beth was great, thanks for the Spatula Amazing View
Great service. Food was fantastic. Although, drinks were a little late.
One of the best places to stay. Jerry the owner is a great. Advise to stay here
Ate at the pub there and the food was fantastic. Service was good, and a nice atmosphere.
Great place for dinner. Overlooking a river and Whiteface Mountain in the background. Great food.
Great food, great views, great people. A favorite and our regular place to eat out.
We only stay one night, but it is beautiful, very clean, we cant wait to come back😊
Went for dinner with a decently big group. Food was good and service was quick and friendly
Really nice place and an incredible deal. Nice clean rooms and great views.
Delicious food , wonderful service and beautiful setting. Would definitely return .
Great food and drinks. Beautiful view. Fantastic service
Excellent food... seems like the server was new, but she made up for it with her enthusiasm
Comfy rooms. Good comfort food at pub as well as excellent fine dining at restaurants. Thank you
Excellent food, good service, on the expensive side but not out of line
Very quiet and family place with a wonderful view
Comfortable, clean .. rooms are a bit musty. Friendly and helpful .
Great location. Room was large and comfy. Staff was excellent.
Nice staff, great outdoor views, standard, average bar food.
My husband and I had dinner here. The food was good!
Love this place Mr.stone
Love it here...great food, rooms r clean and nice
Great food. We ate at the tavern on the ground floor.
Awesome and relaxing...food was great!
Total reviews rating 4.5
199 Reviews for The Hungry Trout Resort 2023:
Review №1
2022-04-17My husband and I were there last night. The Caper Trout was delicious. Reasonable prices. Our waitress Beth was so kind and friendly. We were very satisfied with their service. We definitely recommend this restaurant.
Review №2
2022-02-14The Hungry Trout is a favorite of ours - nice location, quiet, price is right. Not the cleanest accommodations, but I suppose you get what you pay for. You cant beat the location and whether you stay in the summer or winter, its a gem. Restaurant used to be great, but needs a lot of improvement at this time - terrible service, lack of staff, food decent. McDougals Pub is fun, good burgers and great place to get a drink or two.
Review №3
2022-06-01Loved the accessibility and simplicity of the place. Perfect for families with kids since they have a play area right in front of the rooms. You can park your car directly in front of the room which makes things easy with young kids.
Review №4
2022-03-09Wow! Terrific inn with a great restaurant! The dining room is wonderfully curated and the food is excellent. Service is above and beyond! The rooms are very comfortable and offer a quiet respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The staff is very friendly and accommodating!
Review №5
2022-04-17My wife and I ate here yesterday. Food was awesome. We both had the trout, obviously by their name their specialty. We had different plates and were both very happy with our food. Recommended!!
Review №6
2022-05-29We dined at the Hungry Trout Restaurant. The food was delicious. I wish they had a better wine list by the glass. Everything else was great along with the service.
Review №7
2022-05-28RESTAURANT REVIEW. Wow. the mussels. the sauce. WOW. order them! I dipped my mashed potatoes in that sauce because it was that good (I cant place the taste, maybe garlic salt that made it perfect but I could be so wrong, order it!). Our server was Kye. WOW WOW WOW. We cant say enough about her. She is amazing! Best weve interacted with at ANY restaurant for sure since 2019(pre pandemic) . Kye is 100% why we had one of the best experiences out in years. Megan the bartender/Manager... she can make you a drink and they were spot on! Honestly food was great but there are lots of great places to eat, I would tell someone to go to HT because of the people we interacted with. What a great team that is here. For reference: We ordered: mussels (AMAZING) an old fashioned, house IPA on tap, mojitos (&Megan gets that mint, which I appreciate!) ,lemon garlic salmon & campfire trout, then told Kye to pick a dessert and she picked the carrot cake... which was the literal icing on the cake. Visit for yourself and enjoy this team and view! The team was up front about 2 large parties coming in that night and to possibly expect a delay. oh no delay was felt at all, but I appreciate this honestly. We tried to come in July 2021 and couldnt eat in the restaurant because of a wedding. May 2022 we made sure to make a reservation. very glad we did. Go check them out! AND VERY REASONABLY PRICED!
Review №8
2022-03-28Was extremely pleased with my stay at the Hungry Trout resort, and blown away by the dinning experience at the restaurant. Went for a three day ski trip with my family to Whiteface Mountain, and we wound up eating two of three nights at the Hungry Trout restaurant. Upon opening the front door you are immediately greeted with a cozy smell of a wood fire, smoked trout and the sounds of a live piano. Our server Meagan was fantastic shes genuinly friendly and you can tell she loves what she does. Personally enjoyed the Grand Marnier Trout and Coconut Crusted Trout, which is caught and served within 2 days. To be honest everything we tried on the menu was absolutely to die for, each dish is complimented by a taste of the Adirondack Mountains. The mushroom risotto was soo special, perfectly cooked and they even use local wild mushrooms, which are some of the best mushrooms i have ever had. We even wound up finding great company from the neighboring tables, the local Adirondack people are genuinely happy people. We will never forget the great times we had here at this restaurant. The Hungry Trout does not disappoint, we will be back!
Review №9
2022-05-23We didnt actually stay here but came for an event. Everything was great especially the Mac and cheese and chicken! Service was fabulous and they have great view!
Review №10
2022-05-23Tom was a fantastic guide, his knowledge and wisdom of the trout patterns and best places to go between the Saranac an Ausable Rivers was unmatched! He made our trip amazing, and treated us very well. I would reccomend him to anyone, an youll be rippin lips in no time.