Summer Schedule
Dinner
Wednesday – Monday
5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Reservation availability may vary based on party size and time.
Please refer to our reservation policy for details.
Bar Hours
Sunday – Thursday: 4:00 PM
Friday & Saturday: 3:00 PM
Terrace Tuesdays
Join us for Terrace Tuesdays every week throughout July and August
and enjoy our lighter fare menu, drinks, and live music
(Please note: no indoor dining or full dinner menu on Tuesdays)
Breakfast
Served daily 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Note: Online reservations accepted until 10:30 AM. Walk-ins welcome until 11:00 AM
Shepard’s Bar at Erlowest gives visitors a charming spot to unwind. Relax in front of the fireplace with a glass of wine or cocktail.
Guests can enjoy the Erlowest’s locally sourced ingredients with views of the lake and surrounding Adirondack Mountains.
Intimate dining rooms with fireplaces are also part of the dining experience.

Fine Dining Overlooking Lake George
Through our fine dining restaurant, Shepards at Erlowest, we pay homage to our Founder, Mr. Edward Morse Shepard.
Shepard’s Bar at Erlowest gives visitors a charming spot to unwind. Relax in front of the fireplace with a glass of wine or cocktail.
Guests can enjoy the Erlowest’s locally sourced ingredients with views of the lake and surrounding Adirondack Mountains.
Intimate dining rooms with fireplaces are also part of the dining experience.

Cake Cutting & Corkage
Our Sommelier Natalie Barnes can discuss our carefully selected collection of wines from both established regions and up-and-coming vineyards. Whether you prefer a light, crisp white or a rich, full-bodied red, we have something for every palate.” You can also bring your own wine to enjoy during your visit. To ensure a great experience we charge a corkage fee of $35.00
Our Executive Chef Scott Dewar offers a wide variety of desserts, each crafted with the finest ingredients, for an indulgent yet delicate conclusion to your meal. If you are celebrating a special occasion and would like to provide your own dessert, there is a $35.00 cake cutting fee. Please mention this at the time of booking.
DINNER MENU
Starters
Chopped Romaine Salad 15
Romaine Lettuce, Heirloom Tomatoes, Padano Cheese, Prosciutto, Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette
Pairs perfectly with Sauvignon Blanc, Better Half, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2021 – $14
Warm Spinach Salad 16
Pomegranate Balsamic, Maple Brook Farms Feta, Roasted Squash, Blueberries, Strawberry Infused Olive Oil, Crispy Onions
Pairs perfectly with Pinot Noir, La Crema, Sonoma Coast, California – $18
French Onion Soup 17
Toasted Ciabatta, Grand Cru Gruyère
Pairs perfectly with Gamay, Eclat de Granite Côte Roannaise, Auverne-Rhone-Alps $17
Harvest Bisque 14
Maple Foam, Toad Hill Maple Candied Cashews
Pairs perfectly with Riesling, Standing Stone Vineyards, Finger Lakes, NY, 2020 – $14
Pan Seared Black Tiger Shrimp 25
Creamy Lentils, Yuzu Citrus Butter Sauce, Candied Shallots
Pairs perfectly with Mionetto Prosecco Treviso Brut Prestige – $17
Prince Edward Island Mussels 20
White Wine, Tarragon Butter, Grand Cru Gruyère, Yuzu Juice
Pairs perfectly with Albarino, Terras Gauda Abadia de San Campio, Rias Baixas, Spain – $14
Lobster Bisque 17
Maple Crème, Fresh Herbs, Coldwater Lobster
Pairs perfectly with Chardonnay, Kendall Jackson, Santa Rosa, 2021 – $14
Hen of the Woods Mushroom Risotto 20
Black Truffle Salt, Maple Porcini Cream, Balsamic, Crispy Leeks
Pairs perfectly with Pinot Noir, Foris, Rogue Valley, Oregon – $17
Pan Seared Quail Breast 18
Brown Butter Sauteed Spaghetti Squash, Crispy Sweet Potato, Lingonberry Mustard
Pairs perfectly with Bordeaux Blanc, Chateau Ducasse, Bordeaux, France, 2018 – $15
Entrées
Grilled Special Reserve Pork Loin 45
Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Sauteed Spinach, Apple Cider Dijon Beurre Blanc
Pairs perfectly with Riesling, Standing Stone Vineyards, Finger Lakes, NY, 2020 – $14
Bacon Cheddar and Apple Stuffed Whitefield’s Farm Chicken Breast 38
Aged Cheddar Risotto, Maple Glazed Carrots, Red Curry Au Jus
Pairs perfectly with Bordeaux Blanc, Chateau Ducasse, Bordeaux, France, 2018 – $15
Grilled Beef Tenderloin Bolognese 50
Grilled Beef Tenderloin Medallions, Potato Gnocchi, Roasted Asparagus,
Leek Cream Sauce, Balsamic Reduction, Shaved Grana Padano
Pairs perfectly with Chianti, Palladio, Tuscany Italy, 2019 – $16
Grilled Filet Mignon 65
Roasted Local Potatoes, Sauteed Asparagus, Truffle Thyme Demi-Glace, Crispy Onions
Pairs perfectly with Cabernet Sauvignon, Black Stallion, California, 2019 – $20
Oven Roasted Faroe Island Salmon 45
Creamy Herb Polenta, Sauteed Spinach, Strawberry Ginger Beurre Blanc, Crispy Leeks
Pairs perfectly with Chateau D’Escalans Côtes de Provence Rose, France 2022 – $15
Roasted Spaghetti Squash 34
Brown Butter Sauteed Brussel Sprouts and Carrots, Crispy Onions, Hubbard Squash Red Curry Cream, Maple Gastrique
Pairs perfectly with Albarino, Terras Gauda Abadia de San Campio, Rias Baixas, Spain – $14
Peppercorn Seared 12oz Angus Beef Striploin 60
Chive and Gruyère Potato Pancake, Sauteed Spinach, Black Garlic Chianti Butter
Pairs perfectly with Able Barolo, G.D., Piemonte, Italy – $20
Slow Roasted Boneless Beef Short Rib 50
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Maple Glazed Carrots, Rosemary Au Jus
Pairs perfectly with Ornellaia Red Blend, Le Volte, Tuscany, Italy – $16
Sides
Marsala Sauteed Mushrooms – 20
Red Curry Maple Glazed Carrots – 15
Three Jumbo Shrimp – 20
Truffle Mashed Potatoes – 22
Sauteed Spinach – 12
Garlic Sauteed Asparagus – 14
Dessert Menu
15
Warm Brownie Sundae
Vanila Gelato, Caramel, Maraschino Cherry
Raspberry Peach Cobbler a la Mode
Gelato or Sorbet of the Day
New York Style Cheesecake
Cherry Glaze
Dark Chocolate Mousse
Grand Marnier Macerated Raspberries, Caramel
Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee
Smore’s
Toasted Marshmallow, Milk Chocolate, Graham Cracker
20% Gratuity added to parties of 6 or more, and for all guests on holidays
Guests are welcome to bring their own bottle of wine to enjoy with their meal for a $35 corkage fee per bottle
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness. These items may be cooked to guest’s specification. Before placing your order, please inform your server of any food allergies.
Inspired Cuisine
At Shepards we meticulously prepare all of our items in house sourcing the highest quality ingredients locally when available. We strive to give our guests an exquisite dining experience in a unique setting offering fresh farm to table dishes. We currently source from Whitefield’s Farm, Fresh Take Farm, Maple Brook Farm, Toad Hill Maple, and Thomas’ Poultry Farm.
Executive Chef Scott Dewar
Sommelier Natalie Barnes

Executive Chef Scott Dewar
Culinary Maestro at Shepards at Erlowest
With a passion for culinary arts, our award-winning-chef, Scott Dewar, seamlessly marries classic techniques with innovative twists, promising a dining experience that’s both familiar and novel. His commitment to using local, fresh ingredients showcases not just his dedication to quality, but also his deep respect for the Lake George region.
With commitment to excellence, Chef Dewar ensures that every dining experience at Shepards is not just a meal, but a moment to remember.