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Address: 85554 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Bedford, VA 24523
Phone: (540) 586-1081
Website: https://www.peaksofotter.com/dine
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Dine – Peaks of Otter Lodge
Peaks of Otter’s Lake View Restaurant is a renowned dining destination on the Blue Ridge Parkway, with spectacular views of Abbott Lake and Sharp Top Mountain.
Peaks of Otter Lodge Restaurant – Destination Bedford
Full service restaurant with lake view dining, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, as well as annual holiday buffets and seasonal Sunday Brunch.
Peaks of Otter Lake View Dining Room – Visit Shenandoah Valley
… Otter Lodge are managed by ExplorUS, under authorization of the National Park Service. Contact. 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway Bedford, VA 24523.. 540-586-1081.
Reviews
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Our server (Angie) was great. She paid attention to our needs, asked questions and went above and beyond helping the table next to us with some unrelated issues they had with their riding equipment in between helping other guests.
The view of the lake was amazing and we enjoyed watching others walk and relax as they went about their day. It was a worth while trip and we will certainly be back this Fall. Try the Salmon!
… moreThe view of the lake was amazing and we enjoyed watching others walk and relax as they went about their day. It was a worth while trip and we will certainly be back this Fall. Try the Salmon!
Carly Shoaf
My mom got the grilled pork chops and I got the salmon florentine, and both were PHENOMENAL! Everything was cooked perfectly. Our server, Angie, was amazing; she was able to answer questions about the menu and was very knowledgeable. Will definitely enjoy eating here again!
… moreDavid L.
We visited on a Friday in early November 2024 a little after noon for lunch. There was very little parking left in the lot out front. There were multiple folks driving around waiting for others to leave.
We ordered:
• Chicken Tenders (Way over priced for what you get)
• Irish Nachos (Very good)
• Southern Fried Green Tomatoes (Amazing)
• Blue Ridge Chicken Melt (Fried) (Very good)
• Flat Top Mountain Steak Sub (Very good)
The chicken tenders were a complete rip off. For same price we could’ve went to Costco and purchased a entire bag for 4 small pieces. The main downside to all these dishes is the cost for what you get. There is definitely a premium since there isn’t food anywhere else nearby. The best item was the Fried Green Tomatoes. I could’ve eaten another dozen of those.
We asked for out order to go so we could take it outside with us to eat next to the water. There was plenty of seating outside. They give you a pager for take out orders and they let you know when it’s ready. You can’t venture very far from the lodge but you can sit just outside and wait. There is a nice small sitting area downstairs with games if you have kids to keep them entertained.
Overall, we would probably eat here again. Mainly because you don’t have another option. The food quality was great but the value was very poor.
… moreWe ordered:
• Chicken Tenders (Way over priced for what you get)
• Irish Nachos (Very good)
• Southern Fried Green Tomatoes (Amazing)
• Blue Ridge Chicken Melt (Fried) (Very good)
• Flat Top Mountain Steak Sub (Very good)
The chicken tenders were a complete rip off. For same price we could’ve went to Costco and purchased a entire bag for 4 small pieces. The main downside to all these dishes is the cost for what you get. There is definitely a premium since there isn’t food anywhere else nearby. The best item was the Fried Green Tomatoes. I could’ve eaten another dozen of those.
We asked for out order to go so we could take it outside with us to eat next to the water. There was plenty of seating outside. They give you a pager for take out orders and they let you know when it’s ready. You can’t venture very far from the lodge but you can sit just outside and wait. There is a nice small sitting area downstairs with games if you have kids to keep them entertained.
Overall, we would probably eat here again. Mainly because you don’t have another option. The food quality was great but the value was very poor.
Liz F
Came in here after a rainy day at the campsite and was blown away with how good it was! Lovely service – we loved Angie – and a bar & room with games and looked at the lake.
definitely worth a visit!
… moredefinitely worth a visit!
Melissa Stacy
Doris was an excellent server! Sweet and attentive and just the best !! The food was absolutely amazing. The best homemade apple pie I’ve ever had and the best fried chicken. Compliments to Chef Justin and his staff !!!
… moreDan Kelley
Dinner was spectacular. We got the ribeye steak dinner (on a wonderful promo) and was delicious. Our server, Amy, was also great. Very attentive and super nice. And we love the atmosphere.
We also enjoyed the breakfast buffet the next morning. Server Doris was a joy to talk with and top notch. Only thing is oatmeal needs to be real (not Quaker packets) and muffins/danishes need to be homemade (not store bought).
… moreWe also enjoyed the breakfast buffet the next morning. Server Doris was a joy to talk with and top notch. Only thing is oatmeal needs to be real (not Quaker packets) and muffins/danishes need to be homemade (not store bought).
Andrea
I have dined here several times and it’s enjoyable, especially if you get a window seat! The food has been good. I just got the breakfast buffet last weekend and it was nice but expensive if you only get one plate.
Lunch and dinner has been great! After, you can take a walk around Abbott lake which is about a mile. Beautiful short trail! Sharp top, Flat top, and Harkening hill are all great hikes but I don’t recommend those on a full stomach lol!
It’s usually pretty busy though and it’s nice to have a drink while you wait for a table to open up. There is also a small lounge area downstairs near the restroom and there usually aren’t any other people down there.
The restroom is pretty small, the stalls specifically. Very little room to move or even close the door of the stall.
… moreLunch and dinner has been great! After, you can take a walk around Abbott lake which is about a mile. Beautiful short trail! Sharp top, Flat top, and Harkening hill are all great hikes but I don’t recommend those on a full stomach lol!
It’s usually pretty busy though and it’s nice to have a drink while you wait for a table to open up. There is also a small lounge area downstairs near the restroom and there usually aren’t any other people down there.
The restroom is pretty small, the stalls specifically. Very little room to move or even close the door of the stall.
Frankie
We stayed at Peaks of Otter for one night, and it was absolutely wonderful! The view was breathtaking with Abbott Lake shimmering below and Sharp Top Mountain standing tall right outside our window. The lodge dining area had such a warm rustic charm that perfectly matched the mountain setting. We enjoyed both dinner and lunch there, and the service was top notch thanks to Doris, who was incredibly kind, attentive, and upbeat the entire time.
The short ribs were phenomenal, tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes and rich au jus sauce. We were a little sad the Brunswick stew was out for the season, but everything else more than made up for it. Peaks of Otter is such a gem, and we’ll definitely be coming back to stay and eat again!
… moreThe short ribs were phenomenal, tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes and rich au jus sauce. We were a little sad the Brunswick stew was out for the season, but everything else more than made up for it. Peaks of Otter is such a gem, and we’ll definitely be coming back to stay and eat again!
TheVirginiaStew
A super great place been coming here for years seen many changes over the years but the food is always top notch. We love it. The Bartenders are great, the mixed drinks were spot on. Beer is perfect. The Deserts are the best around. The campground is also Awesome.
… moreCourthouse Market
My son proposed by the lake. We gathered in the restaurant to watch and dine. The staff was so generous with time and space. While we waited the entire restaurant was watching with anticipation. When my son dropped to one knee the entire restaurant broke into applause. The waitress was witty and amazing! The atmosphere and view were beautiful. Food was great. Thanks to the staff for helping us on such a memorable day
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