On Your Way To The Mountains, Enjoy A Meal At This Hidden Gem BBQ Spot In New York

Driving on New York State Route 28 is a great way to explore the Central Adirondack Mountains. The roughly 281-mile stretch runs in a C formation between Hudson Valley and Warren County and passes through plenty of amazing forests and wildlife. If you find yourself on Route 28 near the town of Old Forge, New York, it's worth making the stop at the appropriately named Mountainside Smokehouse & Grill for some amazing BBQ and beyond. It's a great way to fill up either before or after a mountain expedition. It might just be the best BBQ near the Adirondack Mountains.

Mountainside Smokehouse & Grill specializes in smoked meats and house-made BBQ sauces. It is open six days a week—it's closed on Tuesdays.

The Mountainside menu is full of treats that will make any BBQ lover salivate. They serve classics like pulled pork, ribs, brisket and catfish, among many other dishes.

The restaurant also serves a few BBQ items that are a bit outside of the box. You should give their BBQ Shepard's Pie a try.

You can get your BBQ favorites made in a variety of sandwiches. Like any good BBQ joint with their salt, you also can choose between a variety of classic sides. Don't miss the mashed potatoes and gravy!

Mountainside also does a legendary Sunday brunch, which features an amazing selection of scrambles.

If you happen to be throwing a party in the Central Adirondacks and need catering, Mountainside can do that, too.

If you find yourself in the Central Adirondacks and have a serious taste for the best BBQ near the Adirondack Mountains, Mountainside Smokehouse & Grill is a must-visit attraction. It will fill you up for your long hike or road trip or whatever else it is that you feel like doing in the area. There is plenty to do in the Adirondacks. You can stay in this great a-frame house or even check out this Open Air Museum. Whatever it is you do in the region, though, if you eat at Mountainside Smokehouse & Grill, you will be sure to have a full belly while you do it.