Finger Lakes Guidebook!
Food scene
Farm-to-table cuisine, garden-to-glass cocktails, and a stellar wine list
149 locals recommend
Stonecat Cafe: Regional Cuisine & Bar
5315 NY-414Farm-to-table cuisine, garden-to-glass cocktails, and a stellar wine list
Though modeled on a centuries-old Viennese tradition, there's never been anything quite like Dano's Heuriger on Seneca, America's first heuriger (pronounced Hoy-rig-er). Dano's on Seneca combines the traditional Viennese Winery Restaurant concept with the region's award-winning wines, pastries from owner Karen Gilman, and superb Viennese-inspired cooking, using the recipes of the late Dano Hutnik
75 locals recommend
Dano's Heuriger On Seneca
9564 NY-414Though modeled on a centuries-old Viennese tradition, there's never been anything quite like Dano's Heuriger on Seneca, America's first heuriger (pronounced Hoy-rig-er). Dano's on Seneca combines the traditional Viennese Winery Restaurant concept with the region's award-winning wines, pastries from owner Karen Gilman, and superb Viennese-inspired cooking, using the recipes of the late Dano Hutnik
Grist Iron Brewing boasts a large and unique variety of beers created on site. From IPA varieties to fruited sours and fine lagers, and with 15 different beers on tap at any given time, there is something for everyone at Grist Iron Brewing.
There is also a wide variety of pizzas, sandwiches, smoked meats, barbeque, shareables, and frequent specials. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available as well.
125 locals recommend
Grist Iron Brewing Company
4880 NY-414Grist Iron Brewing boasts a large and unique variety of beers created on site. From IPA varieties to fruited sours and fine lagers, and with 15 different beers on tap at any given time, there is something for everyone at Grist Iron Brewing.
There is also a wide variety of pizzas, sandwiches, smoked meats, barbeque, shareables, and frequent specials. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available as well.
Scale House Brewery
5930 NY-414Thai Elephants
133 E 4th StThe Elf In The Oak
4221 NY-414Best Sandwiches and smiles in town!
Magnificent style with dishes that will blow your taste buds off! A must-stop for foodies and anyone looking for an intimate local food experience in the finger-lakes!
65 locals recommend
Graft wine + cider bar
204 N Franklin StMagnificent style with dishes that will blow your taste buds off! A must-stop for foodies and anyone looking for an intimate local food experience in the finger-lakes!
If you find yourself on the West side of the lake, F.L.X. Weinery is a must! There is nothing like it. Boozey Milkshakes. Enough said!
46 locals recommend
F.L.X. Wienery
5090 NY-14If you find yourself on the West side of the lake, F.L.X. Weinery is a must! There is nothing like it. Boozey Milkshakes. Enough said!
Jerlando's Ristorante & Pizza Company
400 N Franklin StThe best cider around with beautiful handcrafted, heart-melting, thoughtful, AND locally derived food!
86 locals recommend
Finger Lakes Cider House
4017 Hickok RdThe best cider around with beautiful handcrafted, heart-melting, thoughtful, AND locally derived food!
Saigon Kitchen
526 W State StIf you haven't tried Ethiopian Cuisine, give Hawi a try! 11 out of 10 stars!
28 locals recommend
Hawi Ethiopian Cuisine
113 S Cayuga StIf you haven't tried Ethiopian Cuisine, give Hawi a try! 11 out of 10 stars!
El Rancho Mexican Restaurant
212 N Franklin StBest (JUMBO) margaritas
Holy Cow Deli
410 South Franklin StreetSightseeing
Lodi Point State Marine Park
8403 Old Lake RdGorge Trail
Gorge TrailFinger Lakes National Forest
Catharine Valley Trail
Potomac Road
Potomac RoadWinery
With the BEST customer service around, even better wine, and beautiful vineyard views- Bagley's is a local favorite that will be sure to win your hearts!
12 locals recommend
Bagley's Poplar Ridge Vineyards
9782 NY-414With the BEST customer service around, even better wine, and beautiful vineyard views- Bagley's is a local favorite that will be sure to win your hearts!
Hector Wine Company
5610 NY-414Leidenfrost Vineyards
5677 NY-414Rasta Ranch Vineyards
5882 NY-414Damiani Wine Cellars
4704 NY-414Lakewood Vineyards
4024 NY-14Leidenfrost Vineyards
5677 NY-414Red Newt Cellars Winery and Bistro
3675 Tichenor RdCatharine Valley Winery
4201 NY-414Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard
3962 NY-14Red Tail Ridge Winery
846 NY-14Shaw Vineyard
3901 NY-14Sheldrake Point Winery
7448 County Rd 153Standing Stone Vineyards
9934 NY-414J.R. Dill Winery
4922 NY-414Gift Shop
Owned by two beloved locals/best-friends, Hector Handmade is a MUST-see! Boasting local art, handmade treasures, sustainable clothing, locally made bags/wallets, a bead bar, and so much more- you will not regret stepping into Hector's favorite shop!
17 locals recommend
Hector Handmade
5344 NY-414Owned by two beloved locals/best-friends, Hector Handmade is a MUST-see! Boasting local art, handmade treasures, sustainable clothing, locally made bags/wallets, a bead bar, and so much more- you will not regret stepping into Hector's favorite shop!
Staving Artist Woodwork
101 Main StBrewery
Spectacular hand-crafted beer, with even better sunsets! Wonderful house-made roast beef sandwiches make Two Goats unforgettable!
132 locals recommend
Two Goats Brewing
5027 NY-414Spectacular hand-crafted beer, with even better sunsets! Wonderful house-made roast beef sandwiches make Two Goats unforgettable!
Lucky Hare Brewing Company
6085 Beckhorn RdSolera Tap House
4393 New York 414Pantomime Mixtures
3839 Ball Diamond RdHorseheads Brewing Co
250 Old Ithaca RoadIthaca Beer Co.
122 Ithaca Beer DrDive bar
Big Johnson's! If you love dive bars, Jonhson's is your place! Home to the deep-hector locals, BJ's will have you entertained all night long!
Johnson's Country Tavern
5800 New York 414Big Johnson's! If you love dive bars, Jonhson's is your place! Home to the deep-hector locals, BJ's will have you entertained all night long!
Another local favorite, just a skip south of Hector. Maria's is your go-to Watkins dive with the best chicken wings in Schuyler County!
9 locals recommend
Maria's Tavern
509 N Franklin StAnother local favorite, just a skip south of Hector. Maria's is your go-to Watkins dive with the best chicken wings in Schuyler County!
Landons Pub & Pizza
110 W 4th StBleachers Sports Bar & Grill
413 N Franklin StBurdett's finest! If you want a taste of the Burdett life, don't forget to visit The Old H&E!
The Old H&E
3855 Willow StreetBurdett's finest! If you want a taste of the Burdett life, don't forget to visit The Old H&E!
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