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| - I'm kind of a sucker for these types of mountain lodge places. I grew up in a mountain town, and there's just something in me (call it nostalgia?) that gets a little giddy over them.
The Mt. Charleston Lodge is very large. It has a massive indoor space with a large bar and dining tables (a live music area, too), as well as an extensive outdoor deck seating area. It makes sense, during the nice weather months folks wanna sit outside and enjoy the cool weather, and sometimes it's too cold for that, so in they go. I get it.
This is a popular location for hikers, bikers, motorcyclers, tourists, locals, you-name-them. Be prepared for a crowd, especially on a weekend when it's stupid hot in the valley and people are looking for relief. Or in the fall when the leaves turn, or in the winter when it snows. You get what I mean? Consequently, parking can be a little bit of a bear, be forewarned.
Food-wise I've had their elk burger and I was not impressed, the elk was too dry. I'd go for the chili instead. That's always been a winner, and it pairs well with beer. Speaking of libations, they have a few custom cocktails to choose from, and a few beers you can have, too. Be careful, at elevation these will hit you a bit faster and harder than you might be accustomed to.
Service can be hit-or-miss. As mentioned before, this place can be slammed and consequently the staff is sometimes running around with their hair on fire trying to keep things running smoothly.
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