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A & W Root Beer Drive-In

2208 Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845
518-668-4681
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Ranked #3 of 148 restaurants in Lake George
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot
Most recent review
- 23 Mar 2013
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot
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Watertown,NY
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22 reviews 22 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

We drive 3 hrs to my son's place so he can take me here on my birthday. This is one of my favorite things to do in summer. I always have a chili dog, fries, & a root beer float. We love to sit at one of the picnic tables under the pine trees to eat & relax. The service... More

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Orlando, Florida
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35 reviews 35 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

Just a little bit of the past. The food might not be the best,but, we are talking burgers and fries. Reminded me of when we were kids and a car hop came to the car on roller skates. The place has been here for as long as I can remember and stop by everytime I am in the area.

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Suffern, New York
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21 reviews 21 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2012

Super fast service, the food is awesome! and don't forget to order root beer :) Great place to visit

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Southington, Connecticut
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15 reviews 15 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 September 2012

Cute little set up, good food, felt old fashion and refreshing. The only thing that would help them is a bigger parking lot. :-) But there was never an empty spot every time we drove by and even when we stopped to get some food.

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Colton, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2012

We tried this place twice,as it is a stone throw from the hotel we stay every year.Maybe the car hop experience is better,but we walked down, so we sat at the picnic tables.First, wait to be noticed.Second,W-A-I-T to be served average burger joint food.THEN,wait for the bill,so you can pay upscale prices.(Think Applebees/Unos/Ruby Tuesdays)

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Shokan, New York
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71 reviews 71 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

This drive in was unbelievable. They had the old time music playing from the 50's and they actually had the waitresses come out on roller skates and bring your food to the car! The service was outstanding and the employees were very friendly. They also have picnic tables in the back if you prefer eating outside of your vehicle. The... More

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Rahway
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16 reviews 16 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2012

Awesome. Food is good. Floats are good. Shakes are the best around! Must stop. Prices are reasonable. Its mostly outdoor and usually crowded so be prepared.

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Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2012

Who loves rootbeer floats, hamburgers, fries, hot dogs and lots of ice cream choices for dessert? Here is the best place to fill up on delish food and a great atmosphere. Bring the family because the prices are reasonable.

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Catskill, New York
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2012

first of all carol is our fave waitress, and we request her always. this year was her day off and we missed her, shes been there many many years and she's a sweetheart, we miss you carol.. the food is great and the service is the best, have been going there since was 8 with my grandparents and now I'm... More

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Pittsfield, Massachusetts
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2012

Good chili cheese dogs, great floats, friendly service, all this in a tourist town, what more could you ask for??

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