Duffy’s Tavern
Duffy's Tavern storefront on a sunny day, motorcycles parked out front, Irish and American flags flying beside the entrance
Lake George, New York

Duffy’s Tavern

Down-to-earth tavern offering a large drink selection, homemade pub fare, 3 bars, live music, Main Street and lake views.

3Bars
DailyLive Music
4.1★1,700+ Reviews
Year RoundOpen
Backlit liquor shelves at Duffy's bar, with a neon sign and a screen welcoming families in for lunch and dinner
Pool table in Duffy's game room, with TVs and a jukebox in the background
More Than a Bar

Not fancy. Just right.

Duffy’s has been pulling pints and plating burgers on Amherst Street for longer than most of the village can remember. Three bars, an upstairs deck over the lake, and a stage that doesn’t stay quiet for long — this is where locals end up, and where visitors keep coming back to.

It’s also, unmistakably, a biker’s stop. Every summer weekend brings a line of chrome out front and a crowd inside that spans grandparents, first-timers, and regulars who’ve had the same seat at the bar for years. Families welcome, always.

Some things just get better with age.Family owned since 1977
The Menu

Burgers, seafood, wings & everything in between.

Burgers off the coals, seafood baskets, house sandwiches, wings, fresh salads, and a full kids menu — everything Duffy’s serves, organized by category.

Crock of French onion soup topped with bubbling melted cheese, served at the bar
Grilled Reuben sandwich stacked with corned beef and Swiss, served with fries and a pickle
Live at Duffy's

Three bars. Live bands.
Great nights.

Whether you’re stopping by after a day on the lake or rolling in for one of Lake George’s famous biker weekends, Duffy’s delivers live entertainment, cold drinks, and an atmosphere you won’t forget. And yes, we mean everyone — Duffy’s is a family-friendly tavern by day, with a full menu and room for the whole crew, that turns up the energy once the sun goes down.

A live band performing at Duffy's Tavern
MAIN
Crowd packed into Duffy's main bar on the first floor, watching the game

The Main Bar

Duffy's original room - bar overlooking the lake, many TVs for your favorite sporting events, play some pool or just have a quiet conversation. Bring a friend or the family and enjoy!

First floor
Indoor
TIKI
Duffy's open-air Tiki Bar, strung with lights and packed with regulars

The Tiki Bar

Open air and laid back, with island drinks, enjoy the scenery and live acoustic music daily.

Second floor
Open-air
2ND
Duffy's second floor bar, upstairs from the main room

The Second Floor Bar

Our nightclub atmosphere — come dance with live bands Friday and Saturday nights. Come and sing your favorite songs during karaoke Thursday nights through October.

Second floor
Inside upstairs
Cold Beer & Local Favorites

Draft selection, poured ice cold.

Bud Light
Stella Artois
Sam AdamsSeasonal
Bear Naked AleLocal
Good Fortune IPALocal
Fiddlehead IPAVermont
Bud Light
Stella Artois
Sam AdamsSeasonal
Bear Naked AleLocal
Good Fortune IPALocal
Fiddlehead IPAVermont
Duffy's Bloody MaryLake LemonadeRaspberry SunriseDouble O SevenCream ColaDuffy's Bloody MaryLake LemonadeRaspberry SunriseDouble O SevenCream Cola

Plus two rotating seasonal taps — ask your server what's pouring. Pitchers available.

A red-and-blue layered cocktail with lemon and cherry garnish on a table overlooking Lake George at dusk
A lineup of Duffy's draft taps, from Stella Artois and Fiddlehead to Sam Adams Summer Ale and Bear Naked Ale
A cherry-garnished cocktail on the deck railing with a colorful sunset over Lake George village
Find Us

Pull up a stool.

Right on Amherst St in the heart of Lake George village — walk from the boardwalk, or park the bike out front.

Address
20 Amherst St
Lake George, NY 12845
Phone
(518) 668-5323
Hours
Open daily · call for hours
Kitchen open for lunch & dinner · bars open later
Word on the Street

Locals, tourists, and bikers all agree.

Awesome place, great service, great food, great music, and ice cold beer. Duffy's never misses.

Katie R.

Live music and interesting characters — the perfect Lake George experience. We'll be back.

Mike D.

Wings are award-winning for a reason. Sat on the upstairs deck watching the lake for hours.

Sarah P.