Must-see restaurants in Finger Lakes

  • FLX Table

    Finger Lakes

    Book online well ahead for one of the 12 spots at two sittings around this communal table for a dinner-party style, five-course gourmet feast. Dishes are…

  • Hazelnut Kitchen

    Finger Lakes

    The chefs at this cozy place, 11 miles northwest of Ithaca, source quality produce from local farmers to create dishes that have made this arguably the…

  • Stonecat

    Finger Lakes

    This foodie haven on the southeast side of Seneca Lake, 22 miles west of Ithaca, is mostly casual, but serious where it counts: smart service, impeccable…

  • Hand & Foot

    Finger Lakes

    The globally footloose menu here jets between banh mi sandwiches and pierogi to Korean rice cakes and sausage platters. Drinks-wise, the bar menu is…

  • Moosewood Restaurant

    Finger Lakes

    Established in 1973, this near-legendary veggie restaurant is run by a collective. It has a slightly upscale feel, with a full bar and global menu. It is…

  • Carriage House

    Finger Lakes

    Carriage House (which is located in a renovated carriage house, natch) serves brunch throughout the week. The menu is full of delicious sandwiches …

  • FLX Wienery

    Finger Lakes

    Although it's casual, the gourmet standards of the hot dogs, sausages and burgers served here are anything but. A drool-worthy range of condiments, french…

  • Village Tavern Restaurant & Inn

    Finger Lakes

    Located next to the attractive village square and specializing in fresh fish and seafood, this popular restaurant is known for its award-winning wine list…

  • Source

    Finger Lakes

    This Market St bistro boasts a rotating menu of simple dishes from locally sourced ingredients. There's a casual dining room that triples as a coffee shop…

  • ZaZa's Cucina

    Finger Lakes

    ZaZa's is the epitome of unimpressive curb appeal that majorly understates what's inside. This cavernous restaurant is ornately decorated and serves…

  • Cayuga Lake Creamery

    Finger Lakes

    This roadside creamery serves up some 30 different ices from a possible 200 flavors, including ones made with local wines. Also on the crowd-pleasing menu…

  • Strong Hearts Cafe

    Finger Lakes

    A favorite among Syracuse's student population, this vegan cafe has a selection of breakfast scrambles, sandwiches and salads inspired by diner classics…

  • Switzerland Inn

    Finger Lakes

    A rowdy, outdoorsy burger joint, 9 miles northeast of Hammondsport, that also serves up all-you-can-eat crab legs and a weekend fish fry. On hot days you…

  • Cafe Dewitt

    Finger Lakes

    Inside the DeWitt Mall, you'll find this popular cafe that opens up into the walkway. It serves simple breakfast scrambles and sandwiches made with fresh…

  • Ithaca Bakery

    Finger Lakes

    An epic selection of pastries, smoothies, sandwiches and prepared food, serving Ithacans of every stripe. Ideal for picnic goods and for vegetarians and…

  • Glenwood Pines

    Finger Lakes

    If you work up an appetite hiking at Taughannock Falls, stop by this roadside restaurant for burgers and fish fry that have been voted the best in Ithaca.

  • Mac's Drive In

    Finger Lakes

    Midway between Seneca Falls and Geneva, this classic drive-in restaurant established in 1961 (and little changed since) serves up burgers, fried chicken…

  • Poppleton

    Finger Lakes

    Specializing in crepes, sandwiches and wraps, this roomy bakery-cafe has plenty of sweet treats as well as solid coffee and other beverages.