Always a great time whether it's me and the folks or hanging with the girlfriends When with the…read moregirls we do have a tendency to do brunch where we order one of everything and sit and enjoy for a few hours Highly Recommend

A real struggle on graduation weekend:…read more Party of 12, Saturday night. We were told that it wasn't going to be a prix fixe menu as we were a party of under 12 when the reservation was booked (we asked). It was. Selection was somewhat limited particularly for the vegetarians but the waitress said that they could swap veggies in for the trout in the risotto. They didn't. It was just risotto. Potato leek soup. So salty that it was inedible. Like sea water salty. Three of us sent it back. NY Strip. Boring and clearly hadn't been seasoned before cooking (ironic). Not quite cold but really, really close. A little tiny ramekin of chimichurri sauce which I was supposed it make it interesting or tasty I guess. It was neither. The whipped potatoes were delicious. Desert was a borderline interminable wait. And then they served gelato and sorbet to four of us. Think milkshake. A thin, runny milkshake, approaching soup. The food runners and waitress were so embarrassed they couldn't look at us when they dropped the desert and ran. Who lets ice scream, posing as soup out of the kitchen. It used to be a quaint little place with fantastic food ... And now, an overpriced, industrial'ish place with sub-par food (although the owners are clearly cashing out, leaning on its prior reputation). Unfortunate. $85 a head, $1,500 all in with drinks and tip.

I've sat on this review for a week trying to decide if I wanted to share a not-so-flattering…read moreexperience. However, if there is a chance that Swifty's management may read this, along with fellow diners, it may be helpful for the future. The overall experience, food, and service was good. Clearly, this place and its 2 sister locations know how to be successful. But what we experienced could either be because a rogue chef or location manager is trying to cut corners - or - it could be the philosophy of the company to try and nickel-and-dime the customer to reduce costs and take advantage of those who won't notice. My boys and I ordered 20 wings to start, my oldest had a burger to follow, and my younger really wanted to focus on wings, so only ordered fries. I had the. Cheeseburger wrap with onion rings and coleslaw. Wings: crispy, tasty, and really good blue cheese. BUT...when they came to the table, the baskets looked light. So... WE COUNTED THEM. ONLY 17. My (as the menu clearly states) "half pound burger in a wrap" was probably 1/4 of a pound light. Wait til you see the photo. So, all the good service and reasonably good food was ruined by Swifty's trying to either take advantage of customers incrementally hundreds of times a day (order by order) - or - they have a location chef and manager who tolerate food leaving their kitchen that is not as advertised or up to the standard which allowed them to open 3 locations. It's one or the other. Will we be back? I don't know. We really wanted this to be great. We live in the Northwest Corner of CT, my son goes to college in Rochester, this location is literally (to the mile) half-way between. We make the trip weekly due to his athletics schedule. We wanted to be regulars. Will probably look elsewhere next time. 2 stars for the front of the house service. It was excellent. And the blue cheese dressing. It was fantastic. If you go - count your wings and make sure what the menu says is on your plate.

My reuben sandwich was absolutely fantastic and prepared them like I have not had in a very long…read moretime. Even though this is a particle food is very fantastic if you're looking for something to eat as well. You have to stop by this place if you're in the Utica area. Services incredibly friendly and they get you exactly what you want. Food quality is incredible as well so you get double the dining pleasure

I have had Rooster's several times now, and consistently they deliver on giving me the best burger…read morein the area. I am very picky with burgers and absolutely love the ones at Rooster's. I especially love the Rooster sauce! I've also tried their chicken nuggets which I also recommend. It's sort of set up like a fast food joint inside, and you typically aren't waiting long for your order. There is seating inside, but also picnic tables outside. Better yet, you can grab some ice cream next door when you're done! I highly recommend Rooster's if you're craving an excellent smash burger!

The chicken nuggets brought me in and definitely didn't disappoint. The choice of sauces was nice…read more The cheeseburger was big and delicious. The crew were all friendly and the service was prompt.

We were immediately drawn to the brightly colored building which had a big lighted sign and lots of…read morebeautiful flowers and landscaping, a stark contrast to other buildings along this main street. After reviewing their menu online, we placed an order for takeout. While the prices for their meals are competitive, the real value was their family style offerings, which feed 4-6 people and are under $50. We decided on the family style chicken marsala which came over pasta as well as a family style garden salad, bread and butter. We followed the directions for curbside pickup and were greeted by a friendly server who brought out our order as well as utensils. The restaurant packages their aluminum trays of food in sturdy boxes, making it very easy to transport and carry. The meal was tasty and we had leftovers for the next day.

Delmonico's is a throwback to the classic NayC Italian steakhouse. Caricatures and photos of…read morecelebrities and sports figures line the walls, the service is wonderful with staff checking in appropriately to make sure your needs are met, and most importantly, delicious steaks and Italian dishes at very reasonable prices. If you get the lasagne, plan on leftovers or split it with someone. We will be back again!

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.

Rick's Famous Burger was such a great experience! The music was great, and the service was friendly…read moreand welcoming from the moment I walked in. The food was delicious . I ordered the double cheeseburger, and it was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The onion rings were nicely cooked and crispy, and the Oreo shake was so good, even though I didn't get a picture of it. The decor was really nice too, with a fun old-school vibe. I would definitely recommend stopping by!

I get it, it's close to your closing time but at least try to get it right smh ... it was supposed…read moreto be Chicken Sandwich (SPICY) I got something that's not even on the menu.

Very quaint/comfortable place to eat. Great choices, i had a chicken salad wrap plus a spring salad…read moreboth were delicious. Snuck in a desert, also very tasty. Service was excellent, friendly, and efficient. May have been Hannah. Will definitely return.

The food was absolutely phenomenal! While not from the area I always love finding gems in new…read moreplaces, this is one of them! We enjoyed the ambiance of the cafe especially all the beautiful greenery. The service was outstanding and everything was made to order. If you are searching and curious if this will be a great choice look no further because City Cafe is the best!

This place never disappoints. Especially their Sunday boozy brunch. We stopped here and met some…read morefriends on our way home. I had some bacon eggs with home fries. I mean, you can't screw that up but it always hits the spot!! Service was okay - the waitress always seemed in a rush and didn't have time for us and to refill drinks but she was busy. As for the ambiance they really did a great job at remodeling the place.

Traveling through Utica looking for a place for dinner. Stopped at one place. It was so loud. We…read moredidn't even stay. ended up here at babes. Incredibly welcoming staff good music, but quiet enough that I could have a conversation with my husband across the table. we both ordered salads really delicious and we have enough for a whole other meal if not more! Dorothy, our server was just adorable and so friendly and accommodating. And when the hostess heard that our friend's name was, Babe she came over and brought me a whole bunch of stickers! If we ever find ourselves in Utica again, we will stop back in.

Initially discovered Knead to Eat Bakery & Cafe, located at 53 Franklin St in Utica, while ordering…read moreon DoorDash, and later visited in person because of the great food. The café is located right next to Nancy Ford Photography. It can be a bit difficult to spot due to limited visibility, but parking itself is not an issue. There are shared slanted parking spots in front with neighboring businesses, as well as additional parking available behind the restaurant, which is convenient once you know it is there. The interior is hip, bright, and welcoming. Seating is somewhat limited, but despite that, we were always able to find a place to sit without having to wait. The space feels modern and casual, suitable for a relaxed breakfast or brunch. The food was good overall and service was fast. We ordered the Pancake Board, Spin Art, and a veggie omelette. The Spin Art was my favorite. It was soft, flavorful, and melted in the mouth. The Pancake Board was extremely well executed and fun to share, and the veggie omelette was solid. Coffee, however, was not their strongest item. One nice touch is that water is free and self-serve, which is always appreciated. It can get crowded inside on Saturdays, and since there is no outdoor seating, the moderate ambient noise from other customers makes it less ideal for long conversations or quiet chats. Doug, the owner, was friendly and genuinely eager to help when I had an issue using my $5 off "cupcake points." Although he was not able to resolve it immediately, he did eventually figure it out, so I will be using the coupon on my next visit. Overall, this is a solid local spot with good food, efficient service, and a welcoming vibe. Recommended, especially if you plan ahead for peak weekend hours. Keep up the good work, Knead to Eat Bakery & Cafe.

Very cute and spacious , great for groups. Breakfast was good but nothing to die for, lots of…read moreoptions to choose from. Service is very nice, it took longer than expected to get our food but everyone was sweet. Would like to come back to try their pancakes.

What a fantastic brewery! I visited on a beautiful Saturday…read moreafternoon and was blown away by their ample outdoor space and drink offerings. The outdoor space is kid and dog friendly. They, of course, offer a wide variety of beers as well as wines, cocktails, frozen cocktails, and their craft sodas as well. There were plenty of tables to sit at, and they provided activities including corn hole and Jenga games. I ordered McKenzie's Pumpkin Jack Cider with a cinnamon and sugar rim, and my boyfriend got the Octoberfest beer. We also ordered a Bavarian pretzel with beer cheese and mustard and an order of nachos with chicken. Both were delicious! The beverages and food are in separate areas. Once you place your food order, they give you a buzzer to keep to notify you when it's ready to be picked up. They also have a beautiful gift shop with tons of cans to go as well as nice clothing and merchandise options. Highly recommend if you're in the Utica area!

Delightful establishment with a beautiful assortment of beers and hard ciders. Decent food, some of…read moreit actually quite excellent. Noisy, popular, with a gift store downstairs and a bar and restaurant upstairs.