A friendly lively spot throughout the year! Great pizzas and large portions. Everything I've eaten…read morehere has been very good. I will keep returning!

Best food ever best service definitely recommend if it's your first time here and this was just…read moregood overall loved it here

We were greeted by all the genuine caring staff upon our return this year. The food was it's usual…read moreamazing treat to the palate. We had scallops appetizer with an antipasto salad,which we shared along with the tortellini and sausage Aglio. It was so delicious and way too much food for two people!

This restaurant has great service along with amazing food in a relaxing atmosphere. It's our go to…read moreplace when we are in northern New York!

Sharing apps at Pete's Trattoria in Watertown. Clockwise from left, bacon wrapped scallops, Utica…read moreGreens, half-hots, roasted beet , walnut, goat cheese salad. I had Sauvignon Blanc. Tiramisu to go. We ate in the lounge, because their dining room was 'fully committed' until 6:30- it was 4:45. I was surprised as it was early on a Thursday in the winter, but maybe I shouldn't have been! A wholly satisfying experience. Our server was terrific especially considering she also had a full dining room. This is a classic Italian restaurant we are blessed to have.

Had a craving for Italian so stopped in when I was in town…read more Upon arrival they have a small parking lot next to the restaurant but there is a parking lot across the street attached to a vacant building folks were using. There was a separate bar and dining area for folks to chooses from. I opted for the dining area, I was alone and it took a while to be seated because they didn't want to seat me at an empty table in the middle of the dining room. When seated I was a table on the edge. The space looked accustomed for larger groups and had many large and small parties. The light in the space was a bit low in comparison to the bright sun outside coming through the windows. My server was very attentive and I was quickly able to order. The home made loaf of italian bread came out warm and was light and fluffy. I ordered the Utica Greens and Shrimp Riggies. While I enjoyed I had expected there to be a bit of heat in each dish which they didn't have. i ended up adding red pepper flakes to both to get it to my liking.

The chef is amazing. The food is beyond anything I have ever had. Especially the soup. This was…read morean eight course 5 star meal. I also like that you BYOB, so we brough a couple bottles of wine from home. This can really help you save a lot of money. The food was endless. It was like you are having Sunday dinner at your Italian grand mother's house. You need to make reservations a few weeks in advance. He is only open on Friday and Saturday. I really can't say enough. If you're in the Utica area consider yourself lucky to be able eat here. Great food in a unique setting.

Talk about hitting the Italian Food Lottery...in Utica!!! One seating at 6PM, no menu, byob, cash…read moreonly. You eat what Dan serves...and what a character. Seven courses, 35 US Dollars! The food is amazing!

Though quiet when we visited in the afternoon it was a great experience…read more First the decor is very clean and elegant, I felt a little underdressed but in no way is there a sense of elitism here. Second, the staff, friendly, considerate and responsive. I also appreciated not feeling like I was only asked how things were when my mouth was full. Often a issue at many restaurants I've been too. Third, the food, well it was tasty, filling, a true delight to the palette. After finishing dinner we discussed the need to return and order more things from the menu. Overall it was a true dining experience that's worthwhile to experience multiple times. The menus only issue was it was filled with mouthwatering options.

I got fettuccine Alfredo and chicken Parmesan. Very good. Not east side Mario's good, but for…read moreNapanee, I was extremely impressed, especially since Gibson's doesn't advertise as being Italian. I also ordered the soup of the day, which happened to be turkey or chicken noodle. Very good! My brother got lasagna, which he liked. Our server was very nice and welcoming.

Went here for brunch and really enjoyed it! My whole group had a good time and got good food.read more

Great family dining. It's a place you can afford to take your whole family for dinner and still…read moreenjoy some ambiance and great timely service. We have tried a lot of various meals and always been more than satisfied in every way. Highly recommend.

Jaw drop. This place is NYC/SF league. Brio Chinotto. Spiced green olives, four flavors, in tubs…read more Italian groceries packed into the tiny place. Fresh figs. That's just the weirds stuff that I like... the FOCACCIA -- they're baking it right there! There's only two sandwiches. This is a GOOD THING... meat or veggie. Apart from amazing -- small detail: romaine, crispy, super fresh... the meats and veggie patty: great recipe. This all before mentioning their namesake dish... pasta... six feet away from the baking, a lady pulling noodles out of a pasta machine, which I'll have to experience next time.

Since moving to Toronto, I miss Pasta Genova deeply…read more They have some of the very best focaccia anywhere, which alone is enough to recommend them. But they also have nearly peerless homemade pastas (of which the smoked paprika linguine is my favourite, though they often only make it by request), spectacular prepared sauces, and regular specials on essentials that will get you things like premium olive oil or balsamic vinegar* at supermarket prices. * Genova is one of the few places I've regularly found a variety of pure, aged balsamic vinegar free from sulphites. AWESOME. So, here's some tips: 1) They ONLY TAKE CASH, no exceptions. I once witnessed a woman curse them out for this fact and declare she'd tell all her friends not to shop there; when she left, everyone in the tiny shop, myself included, burst out laughing, and one of the guys declared "we can barely keep up with the customers we have, we don't need her!". Very jovial, and they took her bitch-fest so perfectly in-stride they could give lessons on how to turn the other cheek. 2) If you need a quick lunch, pick up a focaccia sandwich -- they're about $4 if memory serves, with salami, lettuce, tomato, and mustard, and they're fantastic! If you want to suddenly realize you're hungry, walk down Wellington around 11:00am for the wafting glory of baking focaccia and just try to resist the pull. 3) When ordering pasta instead of ordering by weight, order by serving size. Say things like "I'm having a dinner party for six, four big eaters and two regular", and they'll give you an incredibly accurate amount of what you need, plus a little extra (because people WILL want seconds, believe me!). 4) Their homemade calabrese olives are out of this world good. They use a puree of oil-marinated chilis, oregano, fennel (I think), and oil, and very, very good sun cured olives... and damn, these things are so good I eat them until I hurt. 5) Ask what's on special, or if they have any leftovers. I've scored half servings of pasta, day old (but still delicious) focaccia, and nearly expired but still awesome cheese for cheap. Finally, I'll also mention that the staff here are fabulous -- very nice people who greet with a smile, always bid a good day, and work diligently to help provide you with exactly what you need to hit a homerun with whatever it is you're cooking. Only downside: Toronto Maple Leaf fans. Egads!

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.

Great little place with reasonable lunch specials. Guy at counter did great job with our orders.read more

This is one of those places you only hear about in rumors; a small town in Upstate NY that has a…read morepizzeria that's as good as the best of Brooklyn. Stefano's Adams proved to be exceptionally good. I ordered a pizza and chose "garlic" from the online drop down menu. What I got was a garlic pizza, no sauce. An Upstate staple. What I wanted was garlic on a red sauce pie. No problem, just order another pizza. So, I found myself with these two different pizzas. It was difficult to choose which was better. Both were perfectly baked with a good ratio of cheese-sauce-crust. And, they offer an 18" pie, which is always a bonus (18", the regular size of a NYC large.) sauce was good; cheese was even better with the right texture and snap. Only knock, they sliced the shit out of the pie turning it into 16 slices instead of 8. Still, this is hand tossed REAL pizza. Great flavor and reasonably priced.

What a great breakfast experience! We were camping locally and decided to come to the Cherry Tree…read moreinn. Our servers were friendly, polite, and welcoming. One of which was Colleen the owner and she was lovely! Upon entering you are greeted warmly and can choose your seat. We were a party of 4 and all our food exceeded expectations. Items we had were the chocolate chip pancakes and French toast with locally made "sugar daddy syrup" which was outstanding. The meat lovers skillet which my brother added "I love that everything was cut up symmetrically". As well as a build your own omelet. All food was cooked perfectly and you can tell they make everything with love! To add we loved all the fun signs around the building some made us laugh! Thank you Colleen and everyone at the Cherry Tree Inn you made our breakfast experience one to remember!

Rarely do I get eggs Benedict but today is special. This place rocked them and thoroughly enjoyed…read morethe plentiful hash browns that accompanied them, some left for hubby to take in too. Service was exceptional & friendly. Much to see on the walls. Great family run place.