I'm out of superlatives for Hooked, but since it had been a while since we had been, I thought it…read morewise to update my review. This is a haute cuisine place that is masked by the casual dining atmosphere. Seriously: top notch chef, original recipes, a core dedication to quality seafood, paired with a fresh fish counter and some prepared food to go. We usually go for something special, but tonight I decided to get an old childhood standby, fried clams (the Boston Basket) and the fish burger sandwich. I did not expect either to be as transportive as they turned out to be. The fried clams were as delicately done as I've ever had: not crispy, but not too floppy, with excellent breading. And while I prefer my clams naked, we tried all three of the dipping sauces -- a remoulade, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce. Now normally I loathe cocktail sauce and can take tartar sauce or leave it, so I figured we'd eat up the remoulade and ignore the other two. Still, I gave them little nibbles. Man! The cocktail sauce was like no other I've had, with a heavy hint of horseradish and a far fresher flavor than I've ever had. Then the tartar sauce -- genius! It had a delicate spicing, with capers providing a floral backdrop. That was only a preliminary, as the fish burger proved to be complex, with hints of multiple kinds of fish, and a fennel-based spicing. I ended up having that afterglow, as if I'd had a couple of cocktails and was sitting next to a fireplace, that is the hallmark of truly fine food at an advanced level. We also had the usual outstanding service, attentive without being pushy. I seriously think Hooked should consider splitting into two restaurants: one where the ambiance is upgraded to match the high caliber of the food, and another cheaper one that is strictly fast casual and takeout, and they'd more than double the business. There is a restaurant back where we come from in California, Turtle Bay, that did this with fine dining on one side and the quick, simple, and affordable food on the other side, with a big shared kitchen between them but with completely separate ambiances. That way I could come back more frequently, and still have the original Hooked for special occasions!

Well, the oysters were fantastic, and that's why I made the 35 mile trip. I hate city traffic!!!…read more I also had the calamari with peppers, also good. Not like rubber bands, tender. Now the downfall, the chicken sandwich. I did notice other plates coming to tables looking like the fryer temp. is too hot, or cook time was too long. Some fish fry that came out looked quite dark as did my chicken, as you can see! A slight burnt taste was evident. It had good flavor under that burn, and the chicken was close to not being juicy, almost dry. The place is clean, and if not for the location, I would sit at the bar and have the raw bar! Something very important to me that hit me the instant I stepped through the door, if you're looking for a great shot of A/C on a hot day, not here!!! Barely got comfortable from the almost 90 degree day on a bike, and then worked up a return of sweating as the place filled up.

Well, here we go again. Yes, I went to Eddie F's again today and this time took my wife. She had…read morethe Fish & Chips and I had the Grilled Haddock. I'm more attracted to non-fried food so the Grilled Haddock was right up my alley. This time I had that with the side order of baked beans and macaroni salad. Again I was not disappointed. My wife gave me the thumbs up on her food also. So I guess I did good. I read the review about the cleanliness. Let me say this, this place is clean. I'm sure they have food inspectors that come in and if it was not able to pass, it would not be open. On the other review which they gave one star, I don't know when this individual called in an order but must understand that you only have a certain amount of people working, trying to please their customers so you have to give them a break. Obviously they don't want to lose customers. If it is a certain time when people are calling in phone orders and coming inside for take out, things happen. Nobody is perfect unless you walk on water. I have been telling a lot of people about this place. Thank God I'm retired and can go there anytime I want. Now I don't have to make seafood at home anymore. The only thing I'll continue making at home is the baked Salmon. Going two days in a row, I guess I'm trying to make up lost time since he has opened up. I'm good with that for sure!

Service was professional and friendly and the food arrived quickly. The 5 stars are not as much for…read moregourmet dishes but rather because they do gluten free so well. It's difficult to find truly gluten free fish and chips and there are other great options as well

Sam's Steakhouse and Seafood in Johnstown truly impressed me. My steak was cooked exactly as I like…read moreit--rare--and I appreciated that the server listened carefully and delivered just right. The rolls came out warm and comforting, and the house-made dressings on the salad were full of fresh, bright flavor. My wife had the French dip, which was spot on, with tender beef and aus jus that wasn't overly salty. Everything felt thoughtfully prepared, and the service was kind. A wonderful dining experience all around. Five stars well deserved!

We ordered for take out and my medium well burger was so pink it soaked the bun. Hghhhghhhread more

When we lived in the area, we ate at Fat Cats a lot. Now that we're 3.5 hours away, we're missing…read morethe delicious food! There's absolutely no place in our city to get a decent fish fry, fried shrimp or clams. We were visiting family in Mohawk recently and of course we opted to have lunch at Fat Cats!! The employees are still super nice and friendly! It was just as good as we remembered! Hubby's fried haddock was on point! Perfectly crispy but still flaky and delicious! My fried shrimp and clams were amazing! Their coleslaw is the best in the area!! I'm so glad the food hasn't changed in the few years since we've moved. It's definitely worth the 3.5 hour drive!! Worthy of all five stars!

Service was very friendly. Food was well prepared, delicious and quickly served. Easy stop off the…read morethruway.

Chowder House continues its tradition of excellence, even when short staffed due to a blizzard. The…read moreNew England clam chowder was flavorful and creamy. The fried clam strips are absolutely a must. They are getting hard to find around the country and it is a pleasure to be able to get them when in Utica. They are seasoned just right. The oysters were a bit small, but very fresh and served with wonderful accompaniments. The haddock was perfectly cooked. And everyone at my table seemed pleased with the full variety of this most satisfying menu. Coffee and dessert were very nice. No cappuccino or espresso, but that's not why you come to this delightful seafood restaurant. I will continue to come back when I am in Utica.

Had a real nice meal on a Friday evening at the chowder house…read more Waitress took our drink order (by the way they do not offer light beer). Ordered a UC because....we'll just because. The dining area had lots of decorations as you'd imagine the theme was beach like. Started off with calamari and it was very unique - the rings were cut thinner than most places and the light breading really let the flavors come through...definitely fresh and really good. Opted for the deep fried haddock and shrimp special, shrimp were very large and still had bite to them so I have to believe they were very fresh. Beer battered haddock was good - two strips with a nice coating. Took a pic of the dinner but it came out lousy - good reason to return.

Excellent food, service, presentation. If you're in the area you need to try it…read more We found it on yelp as we were driving up north. It was worth getting off the highway to have an amazing dinner. I'll definitely go again!

Absolutely fabulous find in downtown Fort Plain. We have…read morebeen going here for years and have NEVER had a bad meal. Local fresh food cooked to perfection!!! REAL FOOD!!! Very unique pairing of different foods. Extremely friendly staff It's great being able to watch the chef cook with the open kitchen. Well ran. They also have great beer/wine options. The menu changes with season so it's always fun to see his new creations. We call ahead for reservations but I know people that have just walked in and got a table. Plenty of parking out front. If in the area definitely go!!

amazing food with very fast service. the servers were very nice and were always there to refill…read moredrinks and check up. the dining area makes you feel right at home.

Was a crowded Memorial Day. Our bus tour landed at…read moreCooperstown. Had a very delicious fish and chips and a nice stout to drink. Server was very busy but took great care of us!! Very nice inside.

My FAVORITE restaurant in Broadalbin, NY offering high quality cuisine that compares to, or is…read morebetter than what I have experienced at high end restaurants in NJ, NY and several other states during my domestic travels. Living a portion of my time in Gloversville NY, it pleases me to have found an upscale restaurant that fits my personality and style. I like elegance, good food, great classy drinks and a NYC feel ambiance. I absolutely love the Saturday entertainment (Art) and the fact that the lead chef and sous chef make it a point to come out and greet the guests when able. This high end restaurant offers high end meats, and seafood products that are exceptionally prepared for a fraction of the price compared to high end restaurants in NJ and NY. My husband, our friends new to the area and I absolutely love and recommend Stacey's Stacy's Scratch Kitchen

I was tossed between four or five stars. Not only was the food delicious, but the atmosphere was…read moreinviting and comfortable, the service was excellent, and I'm hoping others will also discover this off the beaten path location so that it continues as a successful restaurant. We had 6pm reservations for a party of four, arrived about ten minutes early and were seated immediately. The other couple in our party had previously been here and were curious if what they ordered then would be on the menu again. Apparently, the menu is updated weekly. Starting out with cocktails, I know everyone was happy with what they were served. I certainly enjoyed my pint of Coffee Stout, and my wife was pleased with the lavender non-alcoholic cocktail they concocted for her. Because the servings being delivered to other tables appeared to be quite large, we decided to pass on appetizers, in spite of some of the apps sounding rather unique, e.g., Crispy Deviled Eggs, Open Faced Fried Pork Wantons, and Fried Carbonara. My wife was tossed between a Beet Salad with Scallops and the Pistachio Encrusted Chilean Sea Bass. At our server's recommendation she chose the Sea Bass. It was served with corn puree, confit potatoes (which my wife especially enjoyed), and roasted tomatoes. I'll get to enjoy the leftovers. I was trying to make up my mind between the Duck Pot Pie and the Chestnut Mushroom & Boursin Stuffed Tomahawk Pork Chop when our sever alerted us that there were only two servings left of the Pork Chop. I promptly claimed one of them! I am so glad I did. It was an amazingly delicious and well prepared dish. The pork had a slight pinkish color, just as I like it, the meat was so tender and flavorful, the stuffing had a crisped surface from the oven or salamander, everything was wrapped in tasty pancetta, the smashed potatoes were creamy and delicious, a white wine truffle sauce added another level of flavor, and even the carrot spears had the right level of firmness. I can affirm that my leftovers were equally enjoyable. We were not as lucky in having advance notice of the limited availability of a limoncello pie dessert, so my wife and I shared a slice of Banana Cookie Dough Pie. OMG! That was sooooo delicious. It was light, creamy, and not overly sweet. A real treat with the good coffee they serve. That pie along with something from their Lighter Menu, like a burger, would send you home in ecstasy without putting much of a dent in your wallet. Our bill for the party of four having one round of drinks, entrees, and desserts was about $250. Taking the whole dining experience into account, it was a very fair value. But wait! I have more to share with you. On Saturday nights live entertainment is provided by an excellent keyboard player adding to the inviting dinner experience and atmosphere. Great live, unobtrusive, background music is always a plus at dinner. Got a request? Art Mozeik will likely oblige. Even if you'd like to hear a song on an accordion instead of his keyboard. Find your way to Broadalbin, N.Y. for dinner. You won't be disappointed.

Absolutely fabulous seafood place.. super fresh! Absolutely delicious! This is a takeout place for…read morethe most part and worth every penny.

CASH OR CHECK ONLY! I wondered why there was a line almost…read moreout the door... Until I tried my food, that is. Normally I don't go in for the crunchy cornmeal style breading, but it's perfection here. The fish is SO tender and moist. The fries are delicious- salty, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. The prices are amazing, too! $5 for a pound of fries. $7.99 for a pound of fried swai $10.99 for a pound of fried haddock. We got a bit less than 3 pounds of the swai, a bottle of Beaver tartar sauce, and a half pound of fries. That turned out to be more than 3 adults could eat for under $30. That is hard to beat! Also, while the line was long, it moved really quickly. They also sell a bunch of seafood, potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans, and other stuff. Check them out for sure!

The food was amazing! And the service was really nice too. The view on the other hand is stunning…read more They are usually booked out months in advance, but we got lucky as a walk-in, because we showed up right when they opened up at 5:00.

A hidden gem inside of a beautiful historic hotel with incredible views of Lake Otsego!…read more Loved the salmon/ pinkish and old word interior. The brunch we ate was stellar and fabulous cocktails. Service was 5 stars plus. The pricing was competitive with places of far less quality. What a lovely lazy Sunday brunch. I shall return.