Nola's is known for contemporary American cuisine, situated at 9 West Park Row, just off the…read morevillage green in Clinton, NY--an historic, small college town near Hamilton College, led by Executive Chef and Co-Owner Janssen Fay. We visited over the weekend with friends who had dined there previously. Our 6:30 reservation was honored promptly upon arrival. The village setting is quaint, and the restaurant itself is warmly decorated--upscale enough to feel special but still relaxed and approachable. After being seated, our server presented the drink menu and specials. Our friends ordered the fried green tomatoes as an appetizer, along with the Steak Nicholas and the double smash burger. My wife selected the seafood special--a blackened salmon with lobster salad--while I opted for the Steak Nicholas as well. The food arrived in a timely manner and was everything was very good. My steak was perfectly cooked, complemented by the house Worcestershire sauce and compound butter. The fried green tomatoes were also well-prepared. The only disappointment at the table was the brown butter cake our friends ordered for dessert, which they found dry and lacking freshness. Where the experience fell short, however, was service. While our server was polite, she was difficult to find at times, leading to long waits for assistance. There was also some confusion when boxing up leftovers. The most significant issue arose when it was time to settle the bill. Our total came to $260, and we requested separate checks. Unfortunately, our server seemed very flustered and unsure of how to split the bill, and after some back-and-forth, she suggested dividing it evenly. We agreed simply to avoid further delay. However, when processing payment, the card charge came to $153 before tip--well above the correct half of the bill (approximately $130). Combined with our friends' $200 cash payment, the total ended up being $380, which inadvertently resulted in a very large gratuity - something we didn't realize until we had left the restaurant, as the confusion surrounding how to split the bill was frustrating and we simply wanted to head out. While we take responsibility for not carefully resolving the issue before leaving, the confusion around the bill frustrated us in the moment and left a negative final impression on an otherwise enjoyable meal. Overall: The food was excellent and worth trying, particularly the Steak Nicholas and seafood offerings. That said, service and billing procedures could benefit from improvement to ensure a smoother dining experience.

Nola's is one of Clinton's best spots for a memorable dining experience. During my recent visit, I…read moreordered the steak sirloin with mashed potatoes, and broccoli, and both exceeded my expectations the steak was perfectly cooked and seasoned, while the mashed potatoes were creamy and comforting, making for a fantastic pairing. What really took the night to the next level were their cocktails, which are truly 10/10 crafted with care, balanced, and full of unique flavors. The friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere completed the experience. Nola's is definitely a top choice for anyone looking for great food and nice atmosphere to take your partner out on a date.

In town with my wife and 5 friends, looking for a casual dinner and a couple of beers: Food,…read moreservice and atmosphere were really excellent. Highly recommend.

Carley was our bartender and she made a fantastic old fashion…read more The dinner was also fantastic.

You know the kind of place that you see on TV where everyone is genuinely pleasant and interested…read morein what you have to say? That is the vibe that this place gives off, with some pretty great dishes to back up the great selection of unique beer. First showed up there, and immediately my friend (who had been there ONCE before) was recognized by name. I knew I was in for a good time. In all, we got two rounds of excellent beer, tater tots, and a sandwich. Of course, right now it is a bit difficult to manage safe and responsible eating establishments given the pandemic guidelines. However, I think these guys really do it right. Overall, I think that this place has got something to offer to younger crowds and older groups alike. If you get the chance, definitely check this place out and I know that you will not regret it.

Good beer selection, happy hour from 11am to 1pm. They serve food also. Very clean place.read more

I have not been to this restaurant in over 20 years. The atmosphere was just as I remembered. Same…read morebar, decor, same menus on wall. I literally felt like I stepped back in time in the best possible way. They are only open Tuesdays & Saturdays. I went with a coworker for lunch and the place was packed. Not a spot at the bar and only a couple tables open lucky for us. Everyone was the NICEST! Service could t have been better. We ordered the spaghetti & meatball which comes with a whole loaf of breads with 2 cokes for $24. Sauce was outstanding and we ate most of the bread. Can't wait to go back to try the vodka riggies & eggplant parm!!

Joes is a classic bar restaurant right out of the 1930s. It a bar that serves wonderful food in a…read morerelaxed comfortable atmosphere. Service is friendly and casual and good. The food is great old school red sauce Italian. We had the vodka Reggie's and spaghetti and meatballs. We had a meatball and sausage with our bread. The portions are generous and the food is simply delicious. A couple of cautionn they are open Tuesday and Saturday. The open in the morning and the food flys out the door. Get there asap. I missed the last chicken parmigiana by minutes and we walked in at 4 " when they open".it a sure thing if you like traditional Italian. I was tempted to give it four stars because they are open only two days a week.

Solid pub/tavern food. Service was quick and the ambience is suitable for its location.read more

Are they a real business? They serve food before hockey games. Seems fishy. They have lot of TV's…read moreand decent atmosphere--almost like Utica's best sports bar--that's open ten days a year. I don't know whether to be excited or look at it as a great place to launder money. The food is ok but don't even get excited or think about going there. They're closed.

Great Fish Fry and Prime Rib. Homemade rolls are yummy. Homemade Mac n Cheese. Big Burgers. Corner…read moreof 365 and Main St in Barneveld.

Stop there whenever I am in town. Great place and friendly owners. Food is good too. Cant wait to…read morego to Barneveld again !!!!!!

Very cool, laid back vibe in a repurposed bank. The hostesses and waitstaff are super friendly. The…read morecocktails are handcrafted and delicious. The food is always a hit. Great place for special occasions or just to celebrate life with loved ones.

Service was excellent and the ambiance is nice. Best part is the bar service- they do great drinks!…read moreThe wall behind the bar is incredible and I hope they don't junk it up by hanging things on it. I just can't get over how average the food is. Same with Ocean Blue. It all tastes the same. The veal meatballs were yummy and they definitely make crispy potatoes with the steak (fries are also crispy) but literally the worst cooked steak I ever had. In all fairness pasta does not excite me as it should a Utican but for the price you pay you want something outstanding. The tiramisu is yummy but the bombalones had weird hard parts on them so I recommend for the best experience- go to the bar or sit in the couches by the window and get a few drinks and a tiramisu. Skip the full dinner because you wake up feeling uncomfortable and never wanting to eat food again haha

For what some would call a "dive" bar, this place isn't too shabby. Honestly, the friday night Fish…read moreFry is out of this world, and the meatballs are amazing. Drinks are fairly priced. Decent pub food. It's not really my type of place after 9 p.m., but that's just me - the Auburn tends to have a lot of regulars and faithfuls both during the daylight hours and beyond. Don't write it off as being a "dive" just yet - the food is actually pretty darn good.

I really liked this bar. It's definitely a hole in the wall but has a great vibe with friendly…read morepeople, a jukebox, darts and pool table. The prices on drinks here are also very reasonable. I spent about $9 for three mixed drinks the night I was here. I was also pleasantly surprised with the pretty clean bathrooms which is rare for a dive bar. My buddy used to frequent this place a lot when he lived in Utica. I came here for his wedding. He told me to get a 'Purple Water'. This is a cocktail that from what I can decipher has some alcoholic type grape kool-aid with water added. It was quite delicious, light and refreshing. Definitely didn't weigh you down like a beer or whiskey can sometimes. For sure a must try. I'd definitely hit this place up again if I ever ended up in Utica a second time. Doubtful I would, but just saying.