Posted in New York August 12, 2017 by

You Can Watch Planes Land At This Underrated Restaurant In New York

During the summertime you can find a variety of restaurants that feature outdoor dining and will give you a marvelous view. From places along the water to spots tucked away within our mountains, the options often feel endless when you’re looking for a scenic dining destination. By now you probably have your go-to restaurant to visit but if you’re looking to try out something new with a one-of-a-kind view, it’s time you head to Aviator Restaurant.

Located along the runway of the Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport, the Aviator Restaurant falls within the beautiful town of Queensbury.
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If the name of this airport sounds familiar to you at all, it's most likely because it's home to the annual Adirondack Balloon Festival that takes place in September.
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Step inside the Aviator and you'll find the charming little restaurant is decorated in photographs from the balloon festival and other flight-related decor that will set the mood.
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The Aviator also offers outdoor dining as well, where you can get a spectacular view of planes and helicopters that are taking off and landing at the airport.
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All while you're surrounded with a view of the Southern Adirondacks, you'll love dining outside amongst the fresh mountain air.
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If you find yourself only craving a front row seat to watching the planes and a delicious drink, you can hang out inside at the bar.
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The bar serves guests whimsically named cocktails like the Flying Purple People Eater and their Passion on the Runway drink.
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Featuring large picture windows, guests who choose to dine inside will have a view unlike most of the restaurants you're used to dining at.
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The Aviator's Lunch and Dinner menus are made up of savory homemade dishes that will leave you feeling impressed and wanting more.
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And you won't want to skip out on trying one of their homemade desserts that will be the cherry on top of this incredible dining experience.
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So come for the views and stay for the food, because the Aviator Restaurant is one spot in New York you won't want to miss out on trying for yourself.
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The sunsets you'll be able to catch here are complete perfection, this is one restaurant where you'll want to have your phone or camera at the ready! To find out when the Aviator is open and to check out their menu, click here.

How to get here: 433 Queensbury Avenue Queensbury, NY 12804

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