I rate an establishment based on its performance in its lane. So while its not fine dining or the…read moreideal atmosphere (with its funny 80's plastic table covers ), Uncle J's is a wonderful representation of the small village it resides in. I enjoyed the flatbread pizza, largely due to the flatbread itself. I have noticed a large void of good pizza crust in this area and surrounding villages, so this scratched that itch. The fried pickles were bar food at its best. A crisp, spear, rendition instead of the flimsy pickle chips found in many diners. They make their own dressings and the blue cheese dressing alone will bring me back. The fries were also good, but the margaritas could use some work. The mix tastes like gatorade, so still drinkable, but if the homemade nuance from that crave-worthy blue cheese dressing could be applied, it would be a lovely elevation and bring me back more than my budget should allow. The music on Thursday at their first strings and wings was F*#$ing fantastic!! I did not catch the performers name, but folks, come with cash for tips because this artist brought his A game. Multi-genre, great guitar skills, and a fabulous voice. We sat in the dining because the bar area is a bit small for eating, but we could hear him perfectly and it made the night. This event with the crowd spread them thin and tested the kitchen, but besides a "relaxed" pace of the food coming out, there was no impact to service and everyone was lovely. We must support these local gems if we want them in our backyard. So while I will be a thorn in their side trying to push for an upgraded cocktail experience, I will also be a devout local advocating for my community to be the same. Well done Uncle J's!

Three of us were looking for dinner after happy hour at Erie Canal Brewing Co. This was only a…read moreblock away so we walked over. Very quiet when we arrived at 5:30pm. Just a few barflies sitting in the front room, so we went into the dining room which was empty. Our server/bartender was very attentive and great. Guinness was properly poured too. We ordered the steak tips main and the chicken riggies main. Each came with a salad and a small loaf of bread for the whole table to share. Salads were fresh and crunchy. Bread was fresh and soft. Portions were massive and the riggies were a bit hit. The steak was overdone, but ok. The gravy on top however was an odd color and texture without much flavor other than a slight sour tang. The dish would have been better served without the gravy. In any case, we were too full for dessert.

I am not a Foodie but if you are looking for good food, great service and prices that make it…read morepossible for a whole family to eat out, go to Flo's. Really decent coffee at 10 cents a cup and unending refills are frosting on the cake. Add in one terrific waitress (Sherry) and other staff that ensured we always had a full cup of joe and that our table lacked for nothing and it adds up to a great outing. Decor may be dated but Flo's delivers where it counts.

Stopped in for breakfast at Flo's after hearing about the famous 10-cent coffee, which is…read moredefinitely one of the most unique things about the place. Breakfast itself was very basic diner fare -- eggs, toast, and the usual staples. Nothing fancy, but it was inexpensive and filled the plate. The atmosphere gave me strong old truck-stop diner vibes. Some people may appreciate that nostalgic roadside feel, but for me the restaurant felt a bit dirty and very worn down, like it hasn't had much maintenance or updating in quite a long time. One of the people dining with me ordered a lunch special of beef and mashed potatoes, and unfortunately it was extremely greasy and didn't seem freshly made. It was bad enough that they couldn't finish it. Another downside for me was that the diner is cash-only. We rarely carry cash, so we had to use the ATM, which added extra cost to the visit. Overall, Flo's is definitely a very old-school diner experience -- cheap food, tiny coffee prices, and a truck-stop style atmosphere. I'm sure that works perfectly for some people looking for a quick, inexpensive meal, but it just wasn't the right fit for me.

Restaurant is dirty, Cob webs all over the dining area. Staff was not at all inviting unless you…read morewere a regular, very accompanying to them. Dining area is all water view, but couldn't see out the windows they were filthy, cloudy. Will not be recommending.

3 stars for food 5 stars service. The halibut lacked flavor. The chicken was very good. The…read moreseafood is frozen. The ambiance is rustic with a great view of the lake.

Service was fine. View is beautiful. Food was terrible. Instant mashed potatoes. My kids said the…read morepasta sauce tasted like vinegar. The sauce on the chicken riggies was gritty.

This is a weekly stop for us. The food is consistently great, Ellen & John (and all the wait…read morestaff) are simply fantastic. Nothing beats sitting on the deck watching the sun go down...

I was not expecting this to be as amazing as it was. I have passed this place countless times and…read morethought hm that could be a nice spot for a beer and burger, but just never went... until we went hiking at labrador hollow and decided to try this place after. We were so impressed! It's very clean for a bar and the outside is beautifully finished. We had a blue moon and a burger-- it was one of the best burgers i've ever had from a restaurant. The bartender was extremely friendly and welcoming. Nice vibes all around from this little hole in the wall spot... can't wait to return on a date night :)

The food wasn't open. The beer was fine. Food options were VERY disappointing…read more Apparently I need more words to be a review.

I'm going 4.5 stars here. For those that have older reviews, try this place again…read more A little hole in the wall place in Canastota Ny. My buddy and I walked in to a rather empty bar with a very nice bartender who greeted us. Started with a Sierra Nevada Hazy IPA which was cold and in a chilled glass. They had 50 cent wings so we ordered up a dozen hot. They came out, looked pretty good but were not hot. Temp wise they were great but not hot so I asked what other sauces they had. They bought out: Hot sauce Gojuchang Pineapple jalapeño vodka hot sauce Mango habanero tequila hot sauce I tried all the sauces but kept going back to a combo of the mango habanero and gojuchang, it was addictive. These were so good that we got another dozen and I ordered a switchback ale to wash it down. The bartender and her mom the owner did everything to thoroughly show us a great time and we appreciated their good company and some great beer and wings. Try this place if you haven't, try it again if you have. If the wings were hotter (spicier), I could see myself going 5 stars, they did a great job

Definitely can't knock on the Three Pines too much, as it does a perfectly adequate job of being…read moreexactly what it is: a small town diner/bar. Calling it a diner may not be fair, but based on the prices and the food, I would say it is closer to diner fare than anything else. This is not to say it is not good. The garlic bread served before dinner was excellent, and was refilled with no problem. I tried the haddock dinner. The fish was meh and served with a side of pre-packaged tartar. Everyone else at my table had some variant of italian: chicken parm, stuffed shells, and ravioli. The chicken parm was basically chicken fingers covered in a red sauce with some mozzarella cheese...not very inspired. The cheese ravioli and stuffed shells looked and tasted very good. Two of my compadres ordered dessert - french silk pie and apple dumpling some thing or another - both looked good. For 4 of us, with 2 beers, a round of sodas, and 4 meals (including salads), and 2 desserts it came to $67 - not bad. If you're looking for a hole in the wall in Canastota (not known for fine dining anyway), the Three Pines will suit you just well.

This place is one of favorite fine dining places to go to…read more The cook is from the original Chittenango Canteen restaurant. Have known the owners for many, many years. Food is 5-star quality, the service is always top notch. We know each other on a first name basis. The fricken Chicken fricassee is their flagship meal. The fried haddock and rib eye steak are my second favs. You can tell how good this place is, by the huge waiting line, each evening. We always go early, early bird dining, and they never mess up! Reasonable prices, and great place to dine.

Last ownership change resulted in better food & service, went from 3 star dining to 4 solid stars,…read moremaybe 5 stars! Note that Theodore's is at the old Rusty Rail location on Route 5, but owned and staffed by blending the great team from the former Delphia's in Chittenango with Rusty's unbeatables, a great move! Notably Famous for Chicken Fricassee with the Kopp's Canteen recipe, Theodore's outperforms with consistently flavorful home cooking and excellent service. Specials with buffet service are another winning area & the recent Comedy Club buffet was no exception. However, in view of the 'open bar' leading to a few unfortunate loudmouths and heckling, we recommend requiring a visible security presence in future 'open bar' affairs.

What a little gem! The Mohawk Valley just stepped up a notch, or 2, with this spot. Staff if…read morefriendly, atmosphere is perfect and you just feel like home! Now let me tell you about the food!! I have lived in NYC and currently live in LA and typically when I come back to Herkimer we just cook at home. But instead we eat at Stone Soup or do take out! Food is delicious!!! Love, love, love this solid spot when I'm visiting Herkimer!

Went to Stone Soup finally for the first time with a couple of friends. We loved the decor and I…read moreespecially loved the music; lots of Beatles! Our server was very nice and attentive. I got the pulled pork platter and especially liked the mac and cheese on the side! The coleslaw was also a good choice. My friends got a burger and the rigatoni al forno, with a margherita flatbread which was a special. I thought the prices were very reasonable as well! Looking forward to going back during the warmer months to eat in their outdoor area!

Very friendly waitress and excellent food. I had the "Gavel" as recommended by my waitress and it…read morewas fantastic! Hot, fresh, good flavor and the fries were awesome too! Only downside was it took a little bit of time to get my order and the prices are a little high. Come to think of it all prices are high nowadays... definitely recommended!

What an amazing hidden local GEM in Wampsville…read more Spouse Had the Chicken pot pie with a salad both were excellent. Cowboy burger with brisket amazing but what really enhances the burger, what appears to be homecut french fries, inhouse. Yummy. Seafood soup with lots of scallops and shrimp was delicious. Service was very good. Open space with table seating and a nice dessert case. Highly recommended a pit stop.