The restaurant is beautiful and clean. Its a great location.the server was friendly and provide a…read moregood service. The food was good, but my sandwich was a bit cool in temperature. I think you probably needed a little bit more time on the fryer or wherever they put it. The dessert was good. It was large and it was very sweet. You should all try it make up your own minds.

Wonderful service, food and very enjoyable outdoors setting! Highly recommend especially with…read moresummer season underway!

If you're looking for a classic summer experience, Rudy's Drive-In in Oswego is worth the stop…read more This old-school, à la carte drive-in sits right on the shores of Lake Ontario, and the setting alone makes it special. The lake views are beautiful, peaceful, and the perfect backdrop for a casual meal. One unique touch I loved was that they provide paper bags to cover your food when you're eating outside, a clever way to keep the seagulls from swooping down and stealing your meal! Inside, it's exactly what you'd expect from a traditional drive-in. The staff was friendly, efficient, and kept the line moving quickly. Plenty of parking with some space across the street too. Cleanish restrooms. One thing to know if you have food allergies, specifically a shellfish allergy, and they use shared fryers, so I couldn't safely order anything fried. I really appreciated their honesty and transparency. Between the friendly service, gorgeous waterfront location, and nostalgic atmosphere, Rudy's is a classic place that's easy to recommend.

"Great" is always relative to the palate using the word. After 80 years on the shore of Lake…read moreOntario, Rudy's carries a lot of lore opened by Rudy Gadziala and his wife Marie in 1946, now run by third-generation owner Jason Livesey, famous for its Texas hot sauce and the founder's old line about owning a "million dollar hot dog stand." Online reviews are all over the map, so we wanted to see for ourselves. We visited recently with our 7- and 8-year-old nephews, hoping to soak up the tradition. The reality was more transactional. The hostess took our order while sipping her own beverage likely why we were shorted an order of fries. Nice enough, but not especially professional or welcoming. The whole operation moves fast; the staff is determined and task-focused rather than friendly. You get a buzzer and wait. The interior was renovated in 2025, and it shows but not in a good way. The bright white walls and green banquettes feel sterile, more fast-casual chain than 80-year-old lakeside institution. In modernizing, they stripped out whatever nostalgia the old space had and put nothing back. Some local artwork, vintage photos, or lake history on those fresh white walls would go a long way. The food: the boys enjoyed their cheeseburgers, and the fries are genuinely good. The fish sandwich was generously sized but bland the batter had little flavor, and the tartar sauce didn't rescue it. For a place with an 80-year reputation built on fish, I expected more. The lobster mac and cheese left a lot to be desired. The tab: four drinks, two cheeseburgers with fries, lobster mac, and a fish sandwich with fries came to nearly $70 steep for a lakeside stand where fries alone run $5.25. The setting is lovely and the legacy is real. But sometimes generational ownership slips down a slick slope and making money starts to matter more than making memories.

Owner Patrick Mitchell has worked in kitchens across the country, including the south, and brings…read moreboth a northern perspective and respect for the heritage of the cuisine. The restaurant on the corner of Bridge and West First Streets in the center of Oswego is probably not something you'd expect to find in the area, somewhere that adds an entirely different dimension to dining in the city - a showcase of cuisine inspired by the American south. We recently tried out Southern Fare with some friends and we were all extremely impressed with the restaurant. My wife and I got there a bit earlier than our friends, so we sat at the bar for a bit. As someone who doesn't drink, I'm always excited to see mocktails on the menu. My wife got a cocktail, I got a mocktail, we both loved the drinks and the bartender was extremely nice and personable. We made a reservation for 6PM on a Saturday, although it seemed we probably didn't need one this day, so when our friends showed up, we were sat right away. Our friends ordered cocktails, while we ordered another round for ourselves, and again, loved everything we got. We ordered some friend green tomatoes for an appetizer, which were a little bland, but the sauce was good and made up for it. We all ordered a different main dish and everyone was very happy with their food. I ordered a pork chop special - I love pork chops, but don't eat them often, as my wife isn't a fan, and pork chops can be difficult to cook properly. The dish was a lemon marinated pork chop, grilled, topped with a strawberry compote, crispy fried potatoes and roasted broccoli. The pork chop was huge, cooked perfectly, juicy, bursting with flavor. The broccoli and potatoes were also delicious and needed nothing added to them. It's probably one of the best meals I've had in CNY, period. It was a little bit higher priced, but it's what we expected, and the food was absolutely worth it. We will absolutely be back again.

Amazing service, drinks and food! Fried green tomatoes were perfectly seasoned and salted with…read morelight batter. The fried chicken, same.. we got it plain to try it the first time naked, but I would definitely sauce it next time. Also ordered but not pictured was the double smash burger, Mac and cheese and chicken sandwich but my boys devoured them before I could take a picture.

Great beer and an awesome hangout spot for the summer. Wish they would get hooked up with a local…read morestore so we could get their beer year round.

Great beer, great venue...a true hidden gem. Old barn, live music, and a very friendly owner…read morebarkeeps. Feels like wandering into someone's back yard in the middle of a farm. Had pints of the IPA, Octoberfest, house lager and Kolsch (not a klunker in the bunch, all delish). Will definitely be back...Slainte!

I stopped in and had the 'Roker'. I can see (or taste!) why Al fancied it. It was on a very soft…read moreroll with a nice chew. Crust did not shatter into a thousand shards! I feel there was a bountiful quantity of meats along with firm-fresh lettuce and vegetables. Sauce was delightful and not overly applied. Overall, it filled my tummy and was quite yummy!

Love the subs, ​but have to say this ...I ordered online, paid for it, and drove to pick it up,…read more I walk in, 2 boys working the front, neither one acknowledged me, walked by me like I wasn't there, went and stood by girl making subs, I finally spoke up and said," I'm here to pick up an order, so he walks over, says, "name"? And sure enough, my order was sitting there ready, and already paid for, so he just had to hand it to me,. I found it incredibly rude and dismissive like I didn't matter. I've been going there since Pops and Bill, this NEVER would have happened. Entitled kids!

The Rooftop Lounge is wonderful! A fine dining "like" experience, without too much glitz, glam and…read moreoutrageous pricing. Our group of 5 had a great experience. Our reservation had us seated immediately and their team went to work. It's really nice inside, small, clean and elegant. There is some nice space outside as well overlooking the city, but too cold to thoroughly enjoy the night we were there. The service was quick and smooth, and the food and drinks from top to bottom were great. Not a single complaint to be found at our table, just smiling faces and happy tummies! The menu is unique, diverse and will likely have something for everybody. I highly recommend making your reservation today, we'll certainly be back again soon. Enjoy!!

Food is thoughtfully prepared , presented and delicious! It's a treat to be in this space inside or…read moreoutside . If you need a break you owe it to yourself to make a trip to the Rooftop. The service is always professional and attentive . Try the beef filet crostini, burnt ends , truffle fries. Everything is . You won't be disappointed!

I'm working in Oswego and wanted some dinner. Had the Philly cheesesteak and it was excellent…read more Onion rings a little hard-fried. Classic rock music was most welcome. A very enjoyable meal

Started off with the Weekly Special of Clam Chowder. New England Style of course. Great flavor with…read morethe bread croutons to top it off. Not overly chunky with excess tators, but had all the required components for my chowder. Not as thick as I'd expect but a fine bowl of chowder. Add some bacon and you've got a stunner! Tried the French Dip weekly special and was told to check the tenders because they are breaded fresh never frozen here. Will be back

Love this spot. Eclectic menu, great service. Today I enjoyed their wood fired pizza - Margarita!…read moreOlive oil base with cheese, tomatoes and basil. Guinness topped off the meal. Fun ambience- high ceilings and lots of art work hanging on the walls.

What to say about Red Sun that hasn't already been said- the restaurant is one of, if not, the best…read morethat Oswego has to offer. Fresh ingredients, delightful flavors, a curated menu and freshly made deserts! We have frequented this restaurant each time we are in town and truly. It never disappoints. From the appetizers to the main courses to the cocktails- Red Sun delivers. On our most recent outing I had the Pig and Swig pizza- fire roasted with pork sausage, broccoli, red onions, red pepper and mozzarella this was absolutely delicious! We shared the fire roasted wings too which were amazing! I had a cocktail- which sadly I cannot remember the name of but I do know that it has my favorite gin- Empress. Red Sun is one of the very few restaurants in Oswego to carry this delightful brand- and it makes me super happy! Laurie the owner, has been in business for quite a while in Oswego and also owns the delightful Port City Cafe right next door as well as the new and exciting Lorbird in Fulton- another amazing experience. We were so fortunate to meet and spend time chatting with her and let me say- this lady knows her stuff. Most inspiring is that she knows her customers and their tastes and she knows how to be successful! Red Sun is an absolute must when visiting Oswego- you won't be disappointed! It's an elevated experience that I truly hope will inspire other establishments to rise to!

The staff were so friendly and patient and help. It was my daughter's and my first visit there and…read moreit won't be our last.

Delicious, fresh, full of flavors!!!! We usually go down to Cicero to Sake Bomb but when in…read moreOswego, this is the place to go!!!! The miso soup is so good and full of taste. I had tuna poke bowl and grand daughter loves the Miso soup and California roll...no raw fish for her... was delicious. Service excellent, everything made up fresh....my tuna was super fresh. I haven't had a specialty roll yet but I will soon. Stay tuned!!! Set in a beautiful old bank building right in the heart of town. Comfy chairs and lots of dine in tables. Service is their speciality. Pictures are of our first visit, I had the beef ramen and granddaughter had a crunchy California roll...all delicious, fresh and clean!

Grandkids visiting at camp....this is all they want!!!! I get the tenders and they eat them right…read moreup. They are fat and juicy. I personally love them tossed in Buffalo sauce with ranch. Don't bother with the fries, they're ok but not great. The milkshakes are to die for. Needless to say I don't get them but have tasted the kids...yum!!! Service with a smile, we always do take out but it's cute inside and lots of seating if you want to eat inside. If you haven't tried them, give it a shot!!!! Always busy, college town.

This place is amazing! I almost didn't come today because I saw that there was only three reviews…read moreon Yelp and luckily I hopped over to Google and realized they had nearly 300 at 4+ stars. Which considering even some of my favorite places in Oswego are barely 3s figured we needed to try. Holy crap! This is actually one of the best chicken tender sandwiches I've ever had. I got the buffalo chicken. The bun was extremely soft, chicken perfect crispy outside but very juicy chicken not dry at all. My kids got chicken tenders and fries. I don't know. It was just crazy. The fries were perfectly crispy. They were not soggy, they were not overcooked. The tenders were amazing. We only make it back a couple times a year to visit family and even my son after the meal mentioned this has to be a place that we visit every time we come back it was that good. I question why we even went to Rudy's yesterday to get them fingers and fries definitely not doing that again. Sticking to the fish and dogs out there from now on. Staff was super friendly and even came around to ask how everything was?! Never get that at McDonalds. It's not even fair to compare this place to fast food. Inside is also nice and clean and appreciated the Buccaneers graphics on the wall, mmm OHS Not to mention a little nostalgia from one of my favorite locations growing up here when it was Friendly's.