‘DACK SHACK in the Adirondacks’ High Peaks
Comfort food venue keeps things lively with lots of twists and turns in Lake Placid.
Photos courtesy of “DACK SHACK
The ‘Dack Shack is a popular Lake Placid dining establishment for those seeking the best in fast-casual comfort food.
Don’t be lulled into thinking this is your usual burgers and fries joint. The menu features starters from wings and clam chowder to coconut shrimp, lump crab cakes and fried brussels sprouts.
Belly up to the bar for a hand-crafted cocktail at ‘DACK SHACK in Lake Placid.
Salads include a classic caesar and a woodsmoked wedge with bacon, red onion, and blue cheese dressing. There’s also a housemade falafel salad with handcrafted tzatziki.
Moving on to entrees, the local favorites are a prime rib french dip, curry noodle bowl, grilled chicken gyro and fish tacos. Seafood entrees include a tasty lobster roll, blackened salmon and the always popular fish ‘n chips. Don’t miss the Shack Mac ‘N Cheese with add-ins like lobster, Korean pork belly, or buffalo chicken.
Are you getting thirsty? ‘Dack Shack offers a variety of specialty cocktails and hand-crafted margaritas.
And lest we forget, Lil’ ADKers have their own menu of select items for the younger crowd.
Visit their website for current hours and offerings.
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