With the look and feel of one of the "Great Camps" of the Adirondacks, Tower Oaks Lodge serves an American-style saloon menu. Adjacent to a 21-acre nature preserve, Tower Oaks Lodge is located just off I-270. The raw bar features oysters from both coasts.

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

(684 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 684 reviews

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3 stars

(95)

2 stars

(23)

1 star

(4)

Food

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Tower Oaks Lodge Reviews List

Review 1 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always Good

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/15/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We go often - the food is always good, the prices are reasonable, the service is exceptional, and if you like the upscale hunting "lodge" ambiance, you'll love Tower Oaks Lodge."

Dined on 5/15/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 2 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Our server got changed on us in the middle of service, I supposed this was due to shift change. Over all our server was pretty good. the atomosphere was nice as usual which is why I chose this restaurant. I was really surprised ny my dissapointment with the food. I have dined at this restaurant numerous times and loved everything. I had the ribeye steak which I ordered medium but it was burned. The crab soup was just as good as I remembered it and same with the calamari. Overall this was not a terrible dining service. I would recommend that if servers are going to switch in the middle of service they should let the guest know."

Dined on 5/12/2013

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Review 3 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The waiter and staff were excellent, will go again.

I would like to know what happen to my points earned. Had over 2000, do you delete them if they are not used during a certain time-frame. Please advise, because if this is the case will not participate any longer.

Best regards,"

Dined on 5/12/2013

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Review 4 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"It's our favorite restaurant which is why we selected it to celebrate Mother's Day. The food is always amazing as well as the drink selection. Highly recommend it!"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 5 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"atmosphere is great. waitress was very good. kitchen was very slow. portions were too small. menu choices were not as appealing as usual."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: scenic view

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Review 6 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Halibut !

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The Alaskan Halibut special is exceptional. Nina's service excellent as always !!!"

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

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Review 7 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wait Staff

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Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The overall experience was very nice. The food was predictably good.
The waiter, however, requires soon mentoring.
The waiter, a young man, was too quite in his demeanor and overall approach to guiding us through the ordering process. We had an elderly gentleman, my father, with us and the waiter never addressed him. As it turns out, my father is hard of hearing and never heard a word of the waiters questions or comments.
This is not a unique problem to this waiter or this Restraunt.
Some of your wait staff are quite excellent at projecting their voice and engaging each customer in turn.
A refinement in this area would improve my overall rating of this venue."

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem

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Review 8 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

halibut special

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"this is one of the best of the Clyde"s monthly specials that I have had so far. A halibut fillet served on bed of barley and mushrooms with an asparagas salad. Cooked perfectly. For desert we tried the rhubarb crumble tart that was also great. Excellent service and good wine at a moderate price."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 9 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Even on a very busy night they did a very good job meeting our expectations."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 10 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food is O.K., but the reason to go is the atmosphere. Not like anywhere else. And so close in."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion

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Review 11 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

ALWAYS GREAT

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Clyde's always delivers on the experience!"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 12 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Menu needs a little revamping

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Although I love this restaurant -- I find the menu is a little off. I found it hard to find more than two things on there that I liked. My whole family agreed. But we will come back here again and again because the food we had was great. So are the staff and also they serve the best margaritas in town!!!!"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, kid-friendly, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 13 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Disappointed

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food is good but nothing special however they changed their selection of salads recently. The salads used to be great and now they are mediocre to lousy. I have tried three different salads and they are sub par quality compared to other restaurants. I will come back only to frequent the bar which is a good place for groups to meet."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups, hot spot

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Review 14 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A great catch

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"As usual the trout parm was delicious, the crab chowder was delicious and the service was excellent."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 15 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Is Tower Oaks Falling?

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Very disappointed for the second time in 5 months. This has been our go-to place for many years for special occasions and quiet dinners, but it has become unreliable...the service, or rather the lack of good service is the greatest problem. Other issues are uninteresting desserts and lack of consistency with the food. I expressed discontent after our December visit, but no response from the restaurant...I guess that they just didn't care. It also didn't seem as crowded this year for Mother's Day so I must not be the only one feeling this way."

Dined on 5/12/2013

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Review 16 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Food

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The first thing served was a poor quality bread with whipped butter in a plastic container. This is not what I would expect in a quality restaurant."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem, kid-friendly

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Review 17 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Memorable

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Tower Oaks Lodge is a beautiful venue in a beautiful location. The "Lodge" ambience is thorough without being overdone -- no kitsch here. The tunnel of fairy lights you walk through to get to your table puts you in a festive mood, so it's a great place for Mother's Day and similar celebrations.

The food is very good but not superlative; nothing pretentious or daring here, just a dependable kitchen that turns out fresh, hearty meals every time. Portions are ample but not excessive and prices are very reasonable. Save room for dessert, because the house-made desserts are excellent."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, special occasion

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Review 18 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Acceptable and Good Food

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"My teenaged daughter and I went here for Mother's Day dinner. It was busy, but with our reservation we were seated quickly. The negative is that we ended up with a two top table in the front bar area which was a bit busy and noisy with people watching sports. Our server seemed to be inexperienced and was not handling her tables very well. She kept apologizing . I was never asked if I would like another drink. And water refill was very slow. Our food was good though!! And since our server was overwhelmed we were not rushed which I liked."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 19 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

nice ambiance, good service

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"mediocre food however, was a little disappointed in the entrees"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, scenic view

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Review 20 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Anniversary Dinner

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had our 17th anniversary dinner at Tower Oaks and had a wonderful time. The food was outstanding and the atmosphere was very good, although we would have preferred the deck the dinning area was very nice. Highly recommend this restaurant.

SteveB"

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 21 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Well-hidden treasure

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This Clyde's Restaurant has a great ambience -- hunting lodge décor. The menu offers a wide variety of choices, as do all Clyde's menus, and service on the day we were there was excellent. We enjoyed the food and the surroundings. Noise level is moderate so you can carry on a conversation without having to shout."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 22 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Too noisy

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"On a Saturday night it was crowded and very noisy. Once we were seated we couldn't hear each other. The food was fine and the service was good but if you want to have a conversation, go someowhere else."

Dined on 5/11/2013

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Review 23 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

food was not what was ordered

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"My wife asked for her meal without the butter sause (or that it be put on the side). Although the server indicated this was no problem, the kitchen staff did not perform as requested. No employee stopped by the table after the food was served so that we could call it to their attention. Only after everyone had finished did a manager stop by who we advised of the situation.
The manager removed the item from our bill.
(Note: manager did stop by during the salad course, but no one stopped by after main course was served).
I would have prefered to get what was ordered and pay for it!"

Dined on 5/11/2013

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Review 24 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Disappointment

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Have been here before and food was wonderful- this time we had the haddock and ravioli and found it quite uninspiring. Nothing "wrong" - just not very good. Even the rhubarb tart was bland. We were very disappointed. Also, though we had a reservation, we were seated in a noisy bar area. (I did not ask to be moved- hoped the 20 somethings were going to be seated and noise alleviated- so tried not to make a fuss.) They stayed through the meal- though the more they drank, the quieter they became, thanks goodness."

Dined on 5/10/2013

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Review 25 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"One of the Clyde's Restaurant chain, it easily meets the high standards set by this Company. Added to that is the old tavern ambiance, which is unique these days.
The staff was most accommodating to our party, as we arrived in separate groups.
Food was excellent and not over-whe liming with portion sizes."

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 26 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

wonderful evening

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/08/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I brought visiting colleagues to Tower Oaks for our evening meal. We ate in the great room and admired the beautiful historic structure. Everyone was happy with their meal. Service was great because we weren't interupted by too frequent staff visits but the waiter was there evertime we needed something."

Dined on 5/08/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem

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Review 27 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Better than I remember

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Hadn't been there for a while. Last minute res at 8 pm on a Saturday made at 7 pm from open table. Wife had halibut "delicious". I had tempura mushrooms and some sort of pickled vegetable appetizer. Excellent. With 2 glasses of wine and an ice tea came to about $50 and worth it"

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 28 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very pleasant experience

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Delicious food, preparation and accompaniments to entrees creative and well- prepared, served hot, which was great. Our only quibble was too much salt, which tends to be a given at various the Clyde's where we've eaten. We don't mind salt, but it comes close to masking the flavor of the dishes sometimes and was especially noticeable this time. Otherwise, Clyde's does a good job and the Tower Oaks location and ambience is beautiful."

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 29 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Place

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This a great place for groups with varied tastes.
The oysters are great!"

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 30 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The fried trout was delicious, and the fresh oyster menu never disappoints. My steak salad was a little tough, despite ordering my steak cooked medium, but overall the flavors were very good. Also, the house pinot noir was quite tasty -- something to remember for 1/2 price bottle nights (Monday, if I remember correctly)."

Dined on 5/02/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 31 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A delightful time

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We were greeted with smiles and directed to our table (even though we were very late). The staff could not have been more inviting. Our waitress was wonderful and gave us some great tips on what to order. Our food was brought to us in a very timely manner and was paced perfectly. We never felt rushed or left waiting.

There were a lot of latino meals on the menu this time no doubt due to Cinco de Mayo. Please bring back the duck dishes. They were wonderful. There also seemed to be quite a bit of seafood dishes on the menu. Would be nice to have a little more balance in choices.

I would recommend your establishment to anyone who asked where to go for a great meal with great atmosphere.

We had a wonderful time."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 32 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

For the gray-hairs

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Menu is nothing original, quality is usually pretty high. Average age of diners appears to be well over 50 due mostly to presence of children and grandchildren, although bar seems to attract some young professionals. Noise level is always somewhat too high. Our party of five was given a booth for four with a chair at the end, not ideal. Waiters continually anxious to turn over the table. Why do we keep coming back? Love the Great Room. For special occasions, I guess it has become a family tradition."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 33 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always consistent

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The beauty of Tower Oaks Lodge is that you can plan ahead or check on open table and nearly always get a table. The food is very consistent and tasty and there is enough variety to please most tastes. It is part of the Clyde's chain and as such you know you will always get good value. You should be able to look it up on open table as Clyde's as well as Tower Oaks Lodge. The decor of Tower Oaks is outstanding as is the decor in all Clyde's venues."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 34 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

If only they cared

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The table I requested in my reservation was ignored, so we were brought to three different tables before we were seated in the area I requested in the first place. The first was dark and close; the second was far from a window; and the third was right where I originally wanted to be seated. Half the restaurant was empty, so I think it was just a lack of attention and caring that contributed to the seating debacle. Once seated and having received our food, which seemed to be reheated for the occasion, the waiter talking to the people at the table behind us was literally shouting, and it put a period of unpleasantness on our meal and conversation as he described menu items and took orders."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 35 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

After Work Oasis

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My co-worker recommended Tower Oaks initially for an after work bar stop. I had never been, she had been there a couple of times before. She knew that I loved Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture. She said the bar wasn't crazy loud and the food was good. I went not knowing what to expect and let it wash over me.
I was so in love with this place I didn't want to leave. It's funny the food was good but I didn't even think much about it because it was my eyes that got the treat. This place is amazingly beautiful. It is rustic. Yes there are chandeliers that somewhat resemble FLW but its the colors, the attention to detail everywhere you look. I love American Indian portraits and there in the hall are at least five of them. A+++"

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 36 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Tower Oaks is consistently good

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We are never disappointed by the food - there is something for all tastes. But what we really like is their friendliness and willing to accomodate our needs. We like to go with there with my 88 and 90 year old parents. In our party of 4, one can hardly hear and uses a walker and another one has a fractured laryn. They always find a good table for us - it is harder when there are more than 4 of us. Also, they will split an entree between two people. This is espescially nice when we have appetizers, given the smaller appetites of older people."

Dined on 5/02/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 37 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

the clydes, they are a-changin

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I have been going to Clyde's pretty much since it opened on M street in Georgetown around 50 years ago. Two days I ago I took a client to lunch at Tower Oaks. We are both moderate food nuts but go to Tower Oaks because it is quiet, and we can look at papers in private and the server knows not to intrude by asking "how is everything in the middle of my sentence".

But...I saw something compelling on the menu, scallops with mushrooms, ramps, and other things. OK, I thought, the chef is in charge and i gotta try this. My client chose the fish tacos. We decided on both and asked to have them divided on two plates

It was pure heaven. Both dishes. I never thought of clydes as being a foodie destination but tower oaks is for me now."

Dined on 5/01/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 38 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fun

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Always consistent, and good. Can't go wrong, good food, atmosphere and service. Always a crowd pleaser. Pretty good value as well."

Dined on 5/01/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly

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Review 39 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

More than Great Food and Ambiance

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/27/2013

2013

Dined on 04/27/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"More than great food and atmosphere, Tower Oaks offers patrons wonderful people who serve and engage. Especially appreciated the cheerful camaraderie that Chris and Christian shared with us, more particularly noteworthy given how busy the establishment was as at the time of our visit. Juan Lulli"

Dined on 04/27/2013

2013

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Review 40 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

steak special was not good

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"steak special was not good at all. Room was too noisy."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

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Review 41 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I have eaten here dozens of

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/26/2013

2005

Dined on 04/26/2013

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I have eaten here dozens of time and was pleased to get a last minute reservation on Friday night. Our server, John, was great. He recommended a couple of different wines we might like, didn't rush us as we finished wine and coffee. The menu currently being offered is far better than the St Patrick's Day version, but I'd love to see some less caloric and high fat appetizer offerings. A couple of large and exuberant parties were seated in the same room which made conversation a little difficult."

Dined on 04/26/2013

2005

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Review 42 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The cheeseburgers are excellent

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/19/2013

2011

Dined on 04/19/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The cheeseburgers are excellent at this chain. Additionally, the homeade chips are great as well. I appreciated that the waiter served them to me in the dining room, when I understand they are a bar food item. Great sauce with the chips. Should serve more of it with the order."

Dined on 04/19/2013

2011

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 43 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was delicious - and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/22/2013

2013

Dined on 04/22/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The food was delicious - and our waiter was great. We went to lunch early that day and it was a lovely meal. Three of us had the steak salad - delicious - and I couldn't finish my steak, so I took it home and had it for (a fantastic) lunch the next day."

Dined on 04/22/2013

2013

Special Features: great for lunch

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Review 44 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Have been here 15 or 20 times

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/22/2013

2009

Dined on 04/22/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Have been here 15 or 20 times and never been disappointed."

Dined on 04/22/2013

2009

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 45 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

you can't beat this place!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/19/2013

2009

Dined on 04/19/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"you just cant beat this place no matter how many times you go there!"

Dined on 04/19/2013

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 46 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is a very reliable restaurant

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/20/2013

2008

Dined on 04/20/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This is a very reliable restaurant that never disappoints. Service good food good and prices reasonable . Good for "date night.""

Dined on 04/20/2013

2008

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Review 47 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

We had the crab and artichoke

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/20/2013

2010

Dined on 04/20/2013

2010

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had the crab and artichoke appetizer. It was bland and lacked spice. I had the crabcakes for dinner. They were full of big chunks and very little filling. Outstanding. Service was ok. He disappeared for periods of time but was friendly."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2010

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion

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Review 48 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My family /friends celebrated

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/19/2013

2008

Dined on 04/19/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"My family /friends celebrated our daughter sweet 16 at Tower Oaks Lodge over the weekend and it was a great."

Dined on 04/19/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 49 for Tower Oaks Lodge

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5