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What to order
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Empanadas
Recommended multiple times for being delicious, divine, and perfectly crispy with a flavorful filling.
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Tostones
Frequently praised as a standout item, especially the loaded tostones and versions topped with pork or shrimp, for their great flavor and texture.
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Fried Chicken
Mentioned as one of the best items on the menu, with reviews highlighting its excellent seasoning and pairing well with rice, beans, and greens.
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Cuban Sandwich
Recommended for its authentic flavor, crispy toasted bread, and overall strong seasoning.
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Plantains
Repeatedly praised for being perfectly cooked and not soggy, making them a reliable and tasty side.
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Roast Pork
Recommended for being delicious, well-seasoned, and served in generous portions.
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Jerk Chicken
Called a standout for its bold flavor and delicious seasoning.
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Stewed Chicken
Praised for being excellent, flavorful, and part of a satisfying plate.
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Red Beans and Rice
Recommended as part of a highly praised daily plate, noted for tasting excellent and pairing well with the chicken dishes.
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Tres Leches Cake
Specifically mentioned as part of a tasty feast and recommended as a dessert choice.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Our Plates
Our Plates is a Dominican and Cuban restaurant in Saranac Lake, New York, serving Caribbean and Southern Soul Food inspired dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the well seasoned food, generous portions, and friendly, welcoming service from the owner and staff. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with dine-in and takeout available. It is known for affordable meals in the $10 to $20 range and for serving local specialty food.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Our Plates known for?
Our Plates is best known for loaded tostones and the Cubano, along with jerk chicken and other Dominican and Cuban plates. Reviewers repeatedly mention the bold seasoning, generous portions, and the fact that the food feels fresh and made with care.
What dishes are most recommended at Our Plates?
The most recommended items include loaded tostones with shrimp or pork, the Cubano, jerk chicken, red beans and rice, empanadas, and plantains. Reviewers also call out the roast pork plate, chicken and waffles, and tres leches cake as standout choices.
What is the atmosphere like at Our Plates?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, quiet, and a little trendy, with an intimate feel that reviewers describe as adorable inside and welcoming. It seems to work well for lunch stops, solo dining, families, and small groups who want a relaxed meal instead of a bar scene.
Is Our Plates good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers consistently say the prices are reasonable, and the listed price range is $10 to $20. People mention getting generous portions for the money, especially on plates like roast pork with beans, rice, and salad or the vegetarian plate with black beans, guacamole, red beans and rice, and plantains.
What should I know about ordering at Our Plates?
Several reviews mention calling ahead for takeout, especially for loaded tostones and other popular items, so it can be smart to order early if you are in a hurry. Service is often described as quick and friendly, which makes it a practical stop for lunch or an easy dinner in Saranac Lake.
Is parking available at Our Plates?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Our Plates have vegetarian options?
Yes, Our Plates offers vegetarian options.
Is Our Plates kid-friendly?
Yes, Our Plates is good for kids.
