Business Details
2 Years
experience
Your Trusted Spot for Authentic Italian Pizza in Lake Placid
At Nicola's Restaurant, we continue a family legacy rooted in authentic Italian cuisine. Since 2024, our establishment has combined old-world traditions with a modern, industrial-chic setting to deliver hand-crafted pizzas and Italian-inspired dishes. Our founder, Michael Nicola, brings decades of culinary expertise gained through extensive travels across Italy and the U.S., ensuring every meal reflects the philosophy of quality ingredients prepared with precision.We prioritize genuine hospitality, affordable pricing, and a welcoming atmosphere where guests can enjoy watching their meals prepared in our open kitchen. Our commitment to traditional Italian flavors remains unwavering, offering both quick bites and family feasts in a space that celebrates culinary mastery and casual charm.
Services
Pizza
Chicken Parmesan
Eggplant Parmesan
Roasted Salmon
Catering
Details
- Year established: 2024
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of Italian culinary expertise from Mr. Mike's legacy.
- Our pizzas use hand-crafted, high-quality ingredients for authentic flavors.
- We provide an open kitchen experience for transparent, engaging dining.
- Our family legacy ensures traditional Italian recipes perfected since 1994.
- We maintain a warm, industrial-chic ambiance for a unique casual experience.
Services
Pizza
Hand-crafted pizzas made with high-quality ingredients in a wood-fired oven. Our menu features classic and innovative toppings, all prepared using traditional Italian techniques. Each pizza emphasizes simplicity and quality, reflecting Mr. Mike's commitment to authentic flavors developed over decades of culinary expertise.
Chicken Parmesan
Breaded chicken breast sauted and baked with mozzarella and Parmigiano cheese, served with linguini marinara. This dish showcases our focus on traditional Italian recipes, combining tender chicken with house-made marinara and melted cheeses for a hearty, flavorful meal.
Eggplant Parmesan
Breaded eggplant sauted and baked with mozzarella and Parmigiano cheese, served with linguini marinara. Designed for vegetarians, this dish maintains the same attention to quality ingredients and authentic preparation methods as our other offerings, ensuring rich flavors and satisfying textures.
Roasted Salmon
Oven-roasted salmon served over mixed greens with roasted red potatoes, finished with balsamic reduction and whole grain mustard. This dish highlights our commitment to fresh, premium ingredients and balanced flavors, blending Italian culinary traditions with modern presentation.
Catering
Catering services for parties up to 20 guests, including house salad, house dessert, and customizable entrees. Our catering emphasizes the same authentic Italian flavors and quality ingredients as our dine-in menu, tailored to create memorable experiences for private events.
People
Michael Nicola
Chef/Owner
Michael Nicola, known locally as Mr. Mike, has over 30 years of culinary experience. After traveling extensively through Italy and the U.S., he opened Nicola's in 1994, pioneering wood-fired pizza in the region. He continues his legacy at Garage Pizza, focusing on authentic Italian flavors and hospitality.
Questions
What type of cuisine does Mr. Mike's Garage Pizza serve?
We specialize in authentic Italian cuisine, focusing on hand-crafted pizzas and traditional dishes made with high-quality ingredients.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we cater events for up to 20 guests with customizable menus including house salad, dessert, and entrees like Chicken Parmesan.
What are your payment options?
We are a cash-only establishment to maintain a simple, focused dining experience.
Are reservations required?
Reservations are not required, but we recommend arriving early during peak hours to ensure seating.
What inspired the Garage Pizza concept?
Garage Pizza combines Mr. Mike's decades of Italian culinary expertise with a relaxed, industrial-chic ambiance for a modern twist on traditional dining.
