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Everywhere
in the northeast one can see that the beginning of autumn is upon
us. The temperature is falling and leaves are changing color. October's
Featured Restaurant has been awarded to Good Times Restaurant located
on 175 Lake Road in Ballston Lake New York. The restaurant has been
in business for a remarkable 36 years.
Upon entering I was greeted by a friendly staff that welcomed me
as if I were family. The interior décor presents a rustic/country
style setting. The dining area has solid wood tables and a natural
hard wood floor. Walking past the spacious inside dining area I
took notice of the full bar they have towards the rear of the restaurant.
This makes it a great place to unwind after a long week of work.
I decided to dine outdoors on the spacious deck. The deck has a
beautiful view of Ballston Lake and plenty of dense colorful trees
populate the landscape. Good Times also owns a section next to the
lake where guests can walk around the shore. There is also a gazebo
where one can sit and relax. Good Times also has a large garden
behind the restaurant. The fresh organic vegetables and herbs are
used when preparing the meals. I am one who enjoys quality food
and it is reassuring to know that fresh ingredients are being used
on a daily basis.
When
presented with the menu I noticed an array of delicious selections.
I decided to begin my meal with a Taco Pizza as an appetizer. The
Taco Pizza consists of a tortilla shell topped with sauce, mozzarella,
olives and fresh basil. The Taco Pizza was unique, satisfying and
delicious. Good Times also had their own ale called “Good
Times Ale”. This dark, smooth, mildly spiced, flavorful beer
is brewed by Adirondack Pub & Brewery and can only be purchased
at Good Times Restaurant. I highly recommended it. While waiting
for my entrees I was presented with complementary pumpkin bread.
In the bread I could taste brown sugar, nutmeg, and a hint of ginger.
The warm moist homemade bread really got my taste buds jumping.
If you are a fan of pumpkin be sure to stop by Good Times in the
fall where they have a special Pumpkin crème brulee made
with none other than their homegrown pumpkins.
When it came
time for the entrées I decided first to try the Grilled Chicken
and Artichoke Sandwich. The sandwich consists of grilled boneless
chicken, artichoke/sour cream spread, crisp lettuce and fresh tomato
served on a soft homemade roll. Along with the entrée came
a side of Pineapple slaw which was a delightfully different take
on traditional coleslaw. I felt that the portion size of the meal
was just right for the price. The second entrée I tried was
the Desiree’s Moon Light Delight. The dish includes a pan
seared 8 oz. sautéed boneless chicken breast, tender shrimp,
chardonnay herb butter sauce, fresh tomatoes and broccoli served
over linguine pasta. The chicken was very moist and tender. The
flavor of fresh tomatoes and broccoli blended well into this dish.
The rich buttery sauce was creamy and delectable. The last entrée
I tried was the Ghost Crazy Alfredo. A secret family recipe dish
which includes sweet Italian sausage, tender shrimp, broccoli, bell
peppers, and marinated tomatoes in thick velvety cream sauce served
over penne pasta. This was definitely the meal for me. The shrimp
and sausage seemed to compliment one another perfectly. The sauce
was thick and creamy.
To
end my dining experience I could not help but have some desert as
well. I chose the Chocolate Mousse Cake and Home-made Blackberry
Pie. The Chocolate Mousse Cake was thick and extremely rich, perfect
for those chocolate lovers out there. The Blackberry Pie reminded
me of my grandmother’s home baking when I was a kid. The crust
was warm and crunchy and only elaborated on the fresh blueberries
(picked from the garden of course) which were sweet and fresh. On
each desert was served whipped cream topped with a mint leaf (again
picked from the garden). This provided a classic presentation and
showed me Good Times took pride in their food.
So don’t let the
beautiful colors and delicious tastes of the fall pass you by this
year! Visit Good Times Restaurant located directly on Ballston Lake
and take it all in. Enjoy a distinctive home-made style meal while
enjoying the picturesque view of fall. I left Good Times feeling
full and very satisfied. The service was superb and I really take
pleasure in knowing that my food was made from the freshest ingredients.
So take a trip to Ballston Lake in upstate New York, and be sure
to Dine at Good Times.
Review by
Michael Weissman (Chief Culinary Consultant)
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| Interview
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Q.
What are your hours of operation?
A.
Year round 11:30am - 9:00pm Closed on Tuesdays
Q.
Why should people dine here?
A. We
have the most expressive affordable menu that is both adaptable
and organic.
Q.
What kind of influences do you contribute to your food?
A. We
use a lot of care when preparing our delicious food. Our meals are
also organic, healthy and affordable.
Q.
What makes your restaurant unique?
A. Our
restaurant has been in operation for three generations. We grow
and harvest our own organic vegetables and herbs. We feel such gratification
to provide customer satisfaction. We pour care, heart and soul into
the restaurant.
Q. Why
did you get into the restaurant business?
A. I
truly fell in love with the restaurant.
Q.
How long have you been in business?
A.
The restaurant has been open for 109 years by 3 families. Out of
the 109 years, we have combined 56 years of tradition. |
Q.
What is your best selling dish?
A.
Our best seller is The Ghosts Crazy Alfredo.
Q.
If you had 1 word to describe your food, what word would it be?
A.
Amazing!
Q.
Do you cater to special events?
A.
Yes, we have a banquet room that seats 100 and under.
Q.
How do you want people to feel after leaving your establishment?
A.
I want people to have a great experience that they didn't expect
and feel satisfied. I want everyone to understand that at Good Times
Restaurant we care. |
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