The McGowan Inn opens its doors to a living room with a wood-burning fireplace and a bar, where you can enjoy a drink or a good coffee. The adjoining dining room, completely glazed, and the large terrace offer a magnificent view of Lake Memphremagog. The Inn also offers a private room that can accommodate a group of 12 people for a meeting or for a meal taken in complete privacy.
Local products are featured, including fine herbs from the Inn's garden and organic vegetables from the Jardin du Quartier, which holds a farmers' market on Saturdays in Georgeville.
Auberge McGowan is described as a stunning lakeside retreat with a recently renovated, stylish interior and breathtaking views over Lake Memphremagog, providing a setting that elevates every meal. The food generally earns high praise for quality, flavor and careful presentation, with diners enjoying everything from brunch and lunch on the terrace to refined dinners and a well regarded table d'hote, though a few notes mention small portions for the price and some inconsistency on off nights. Service is repeatedly described as warm, attentive and professional, yet a number of visits flag occasional delays, less refined service during peak times, or menu rigidity for vegetarians. The terrace ambiance is a highlight, often described as serene with sunsets, though summer evenings can bring loud live music on the terrace that makes conversation difficult. Overall, the location, decor and cuisine combine to make it a memorable experience worth returning to despite occasional price concerns and brief service snags.
Le cadre est magique & cela vaut facilement 50% du plaisir! Par contre ce mardi, c'était spécial indien. Le service était extrêmement lent comparativement aux fois précédentes où nous sommes allés & les mets indiens, outre l'agneau qui était extrêmement bien apprêté, n'était pas à la hauteur d'un bon resto indien.
Restaurant: only choice was Indian food because it was Tuesday despite having a varied menu for the rest of the week. Food was not authentic Indian. Butter chicken was dry & not cooked in the sauce, lamb was over cooked. Dessert was not great. Having been here on many other occasions in previous years, I was very disappointed.
Jun 24, 2025
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An idyllic location!
Even on a rainy spring evening I could tell the beauty of McGowan restaurant by the lake.
The food is excellent & so is the atmosphere.
Quel bel endroit, en toutes saisons! La gentille Abeille s'est occupée de notre table avec attention, sans prétention, ce qu'on apprécie de ce genre d'établissement!
Nous avons jeté un oeil à la chambre du rez-de-chaussée & sommes tombés sous le charme!
Apr 26, 2025
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No longer the much loved, charming old fishing pourvoirie that it used to be, The McGowan House has morphed into an exquisite restaurant & boutique hotel of fine taste. Rebuilt with deference to its patrimoine britanique du Quebec its style reflects the architecture of this very special historical village.
Each time we return to dine we are pleasantly surprised by the quality of the cuisine, the kindness of the staff & the beauty of the sunset across the lake. Thank you to all who have made this village jewel a reality.
We celebrated our son's 18th birthday & had a lovely dinner in the Inn. Although we did not stay over, the restaurant & bar were beautiful, & the service was great. I hope to return in the summer when we can experience more of the view.
Mar 10, 2025
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I have been to pub night at the Auberge a few times & enjoyed each one but last night. Instead of moist, plump fish served in a light batter as usual, my fish was in dry clumps & the batter was actually burnt. Very disappointing.
My three companions has burgers (which again are usually very good) but these seemed overcooked as well.)
I will of course give them another try but that would be it...
Normally the food is quite good so I am hopeful.
Maybe this was a off night.
Magnifique auberge rénovée au goût du jour. Le restaurant est plus que parfait tant au niveau du service que de la nourriture. Ça vaut la peine d'y aller souvent comme le chef propose régulièrement des nouveautés exceptionnelles.
Notre dernière visite fut mémorable pour nous & nos amis. Nous étions présents au jour de l'an pour déguster un excellent repas de 6 services. Merci à tout le personnel.
Jan 1, 2025
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Our friends dined with us Saturday night at Auberge McGowan. We were delighted by the design of the property, lobby & dining room. It is stylish & fresh without feeling pretentious. It was dark when we arrived, but we could see light reflecting off the lake from our table. Even though the atmosphere was amazing, the food was even better. Auberge McGowan served four courses of outstanding & very delicious dishes. We enjoyed every tasty morsel. We all agreed that we will look forward to our next dining experience there. We highly recommend dining at Auberge McGowan!
I had lunch with my husband & friend on Friday. We were so pleased with the whole experience! The setting was beautiful with a view of the lake & the restaurant was quiet. So happy there was no loud music playing as some of us have hearing issues. We were able to enjoy our conversations. Thank you! The food was delicious with 2 having the fish & chips (beautiful piece of cod with a light crisp batter) & I had the gnocchi with wild mushrooms, peas & pancetta. Excellent! With a glass of wine it was the perfect lunch. This is the third time since July that my husband & I have brought friends & dined at Auberge McGowan. We will definitely be back to enjoy a winter meal. Hopefully in front of your fireplace. Here is a picture from our July lunch.
