Great food, excellent service and a big nod of thanks to wine manager Jack for including excellent New York Finger Lakes reds and whites on the wine list. Some from wineries we had visited earlier in the week on Keuka and Seneca lakes. We would come back to this restaurant if we are in the area again ! Bob Kelly, Northwest Arkansas read more

Just an amazing evening and meal. Everything from the minute we sat down until we left was a total great date night. Food superb, wine selection (Jack was a wealth of knowledge and total cool guy in the wine selection ) Danielle was our server and made for an amazing meal, hopefully we will get to go back while we're in town! read more

Honestly, just not what it was before the sale. I've given it three shots and it's sad to say I just won't give it another shot. Service is very friendly and it's a nice space, but where they are falling very short is the food. It's just not there. Really unfortunate as this place was once the best in the area. read more

Delicious food, great atmosphere ! I loved the service when my daughters and I went to eat !

The Tailor and the Cook is absolutely beautiful! From the aesthetics to the service my dinner date and I received everything was simply beautiful and elegant. Their menu consists of delicious American flair options. I truly don't think you could go wrong with any appetizer or entree of your choosing. For our starter we ordered the fried meatballs, fried cheese curds and the tomato & burrito plate. Every single dish was wonderful! For our entrees we chose the chicken katsu and their scallops. The chicken katsu was flavorful, juicy, breaded perfectly and topped with the most delicious sauce I've ever had on a chicken sandwich. My dinner date stated the scallops were cooked to perfection! We ended our evening with dessert & cocktails and as you can imagine from this review they were also very delicious! I would also like to highlight our waitress Mia. She was very attentive, helpful and extremely kind. The entire staff were phenomenal! Manager included. read more

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Enjoyed our time here. Very cool interior and decor. If you have a chance while here go next door to train station. Drinks were good, and bartender had us try some bacon fat rendered whiskey - it was amazing. Food was good, but they had tons of issues with our orders/checks. We were a large group and separated checks. I'll give them benefit of the doubt. They also accommodated our large group with seating in back room, which wasn't even done helpful and appreciated. Service staff were all friendly and attentive. read more

The Tailor and the Cook - Bar - New American Near Me - Utica, New York

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

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A real struggle on graduation weekend: 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. read more

This is a great place. You should go. Tonight. Menu options are fantastic, with incredibly fresh ingredients and expert preparation. Cocktails are fantastic. Service is super attentive but somehow also super casual. This place is an absolute gem! read more

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Arrived right on time for our dinner reservation. The hostess departed to seat a group of 6. It was several minutes before someone else came to greet us. During that delay, the table we'd reserved was given to another party. The wait staff was attentive and personable. We were impressed that our waitress thoughtfully asked whether there were any food allergies or intolerances, but disappointed that a dish including gluten was served us. Overall, the food was only okay, well short of what we expect of a restaurant with its reputation and price point read more

Tim is the absolute best in hospitality. Great personality. Top notch service. I'd hire him for anything. He is the real deal. read more

The food here was absolutely delicious. Forgot to take more photos and so you need to look at the empty dishes Service was great. Loved the location and such a comfortable place to hang out. Great selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Many gluten free and vegetarian choices. If you have not tried it yet, must go place. Enjoy! read more

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The food is great, and honestly Tailor and the Cook is one of my faves in the area. Their food always please me, it is somehow different and unique on its own way. Restaurants often get busy during peak hours esp on weekend and we've experienced that tonight. I wont go into details but one piece of advice, when you work in customer service, dont walk with sarcasm in your sleeve. Sorry is a short word but it is powerful. But big thanks to CJ, Raisa and the other gentleman who de-escalate the situation. Will i go back to this place? Absolutely yes!! I dont really believe in one rotten apple spoils the whole barrel. read more

Modern renovated mill building vibe. Friendly service. Watermelon martini was delicious. Try the smoked trout dip! Served with toasted crostini- divine! My husband had the lamb It was cooked to perfection and served with wilted spinach, mushrooms and delicious fingerling potatoes. I had the smash burger with a delicious fig and whipped feta spread. Absolutely delicious! read more

Great spot to meet up with friends halfway in between Schenectady and Syracuse. I got a pistachio latte and the trout Eggs Benedict and they were fabulous! Plus the restaurant as a whole is just stunning. You can tell they put a lot of hard work into taking care of this place. Perfect for a brunch with friends. read more

Can you say fiddleheads!? This is a really nice restaurant that's thought through its environs and culinary concepts carefully, providing a variety of dishes that are seasonal and really tasty. The burrata with mixed greens (including fiddleheads!) bacon, croutons was a real delight, with a variety of flavors and textures bursting with each taste. The burrata was creamy on the inside, and extremely fresh. The only point to pick on here was that the croutons seemed doused with dressing, and that there was a tad too much dressing in the dish. A few more greens could have balanced the other textures as well. Otherwise, excellent, and my favorite dish. The risotto (mushroom broth, also lots of fiddleheads!) was really tasty as well. The texture was smooth, despite (I think) not having a cheese component inside. I wished there were a tad stronger mushroom flavor in the dish, but it did a lot with minimal components. The fried ramps countered texturally the softer risotto, but to me they weren't recognizable as ramps any longer. I would have been fine with fresh ramps. The fiddleheads were fresh! The meatloaf with mash potato and side of fiddleheads with caramelized gravy and ketchup gravy was the most flavorful. The meat was multi textured and the sauce was delicious. The chives on top were a simple but nice touch. Overall highly recommended! read more

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This is not the first time at this restaurant favorite but it is the first time at their new location. Still the same great food but definitely a different feel. The old place was small, quaint and had a homey vibe. The new location had more of an upscale, city vibe with all the noise that comes with it. However as I said this change did not affect the food, everything was delicious from the cheese board we started with, the Caesar with scallops my husband had, the GF shrimp and pasta fish I had, or the macaroni and cheese or fried chicken sandwich my daughter ordered. We will Be back. read more

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Building is super cool. Ambiance 10/10. Food?! 10/10!! We were in town for the Boilermaker and had a delicious pre-race dinner. Get the salted smashed potatoes....I'm still thinking about them! lol If you swap out salad for fries as your side there is a $5 fee we didn't know about. Other than that....fantastic experience! read more

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The staff, ambience and menu are always 5 stars! They change their menu seasonally and their espresso tequila martini is a go-to!

It's beautiful , the customer service is amazing. There is so much history in the architecture, art on the walls, and even portraits of the original owners. I had steak, and my husband got the meat loaf. I am not exaggerating when I say it's the best meat loaf of our lives. We still talk about it. read more

Really solid brunch (fondue, lunch, dinner) spot. The head chef came to my class to speak, which is how I got to know about the restaurant. Everything about the place, from the interior design to service to reservation system is clearly well thought out. As for the food: the bread pudding, eggs benedict, and breakfast skillet were all excellent. read more

The Tailor and the Cook - Brunch spread - New American Near Me - Utica, New York

Nice place located in a cool old building beautifully restored. Be sure to check out the restrooms. There for brunch so had a delicious egg sandwich on brioche with a tasty aioli. Friend had veggie omelette with goat cheese that was very fluffy. Partner had blueberry pancakes which were huge and light. Have 2 hour bottomless mimosas for $24 and an array of cocktails. More of a dinner place so bet the wine list is good. Nice stop and easy on/off of I90. read more

I really really liked this place. It was beautiful and the menu was so interesting. I loved that they had such great vegetarian choices. When I see that I always choose it because it is unusual to find good vegetarian options. I had the watermelon radish "pastrami" Reuben which was a fantastic combo and delicious & I loved it and would order it again....but.....it wasn't very pastrami like, it needed that peppery edge or something more smokey. I also had the cheesecake with a berry sauce and fresh berries which was quite good, a bowl of fries which were great fries but over salted, a bowl of perfectly dressed hydroponically grown lettuces...and..... the margarita I started with was in fact perfect! I have a sweet tooth so I felt the berry sauce could have used more sugar but the cheesecake was delicious on its own with a lovely crumbly walnut crust. read more

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The ambiance was impeccable LOVED IT and service was by far the best and the FOOD was absolutely delicious. Had the beet and feta salad,shrimp cocktail, pan seared scallops with butternut squash risotto and the sorbet to top it off Would come back again read more

What a magnificent dining experience! To begin with, the room we were in was elegant, tastefully decorated and lighted, and with stimulating artwork. We were a party of 14. Before anything was ordered, they brought charcuterie boards to the table, which had, in addition to an assortment of cheeses and cold cuts, chicken liver pate! What a delightful surprise! It was rich and full of flavor, fresh, which is essential with chicken liver, and served alongside roasted almonds soaked in truffle oil and toast points. Craisins and soppressata with crackers as well. All of the ordered appetizers were spectacular. The chef sent out an amuse bouche of smoked seasoned beets on individual forks. The entrées were all very well received. If you ordered the filet mignon rare, you actually got it rare. Same with the salmon. The sides and vegetables were all beautifully cooked and perfectly seasoned. The wait staff knew the menu, knew the ingredients, and were eager to serve. The mixed drinks were prepared perfectly. The wine list is more than adequate and the selection of whiskey was impressive. From the appetizers to the desserts to the coffee, everything met or exceeded our expectations. There is serious talent in this restaurant. I have been coming to Utica regularly for years and this is my first time in this restaurant and everyone at my table I can assure you will be coming back. read more

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Very overpriced, mediocre service, limited menu, pretentious offerings. Just not worth it. Seating in bar area extremely unpleasant - inebriated patrons shouting and unruly. No choice given in seating - ushered to bar. read more

The Tailor and the Cook - Red pepper soup and Brisket Mac and cheese - New American Near Me - Utica, New York

I was driving thru the area for business. I like to eat at well-rated places as I travel because I manage hotel & restaurant for a living. I'm still dreaming about the food. The borscht had so many layers of yumminess-both refreshing & quite beautiful. I also had the Ceasear my only complain was the dressing was a bit watered down-but the greens were local & tender-included actual anchovies-Yay! Finally the trout/miso entree was loaded with flavor-and the trout-cooked perfectly & so tender & delicate. Thank you, chef, for an amazing meal. In a world where restaurants have been closing & excellence is hard to find-you knocked it out of the park! I took my food to go as I was traveling with my dog-but the staff was both pleasant & accommodating. read more

Great staff and fun menus. I had 2 critiques; I ordered a dry Belvedere martini with blue cheese olives. So vodka and olives. No vermouth, no olive juice. It was $21. I had never paid that much for a top shelf martini. It was more than my burger. My second was the Smashburger and side Caesar. The burger comes with only one patty, so very thin. The side Caesar was less than a normal side/half order, $5 upcharge. Again, overall great staff and a beautiful restaurant, just very overpriced. read more

A great find! The building is beautiful, interior and exterior. The menu has so many interesting options, it is difficult to choose. Smashed crispy potatoes with blue cheese were so tasty. We also enjoyed sweet potatoes with burrata and cranberries. Both were delicious, beautifully presented. Drink menu and wine list are extensive. We finished with carrot cake which was unlike any other i have had. Dense but light flavorful cake, artistically plated. A very nice way to end a truly delicious dining experience. Our server was engaging and funny but not intrusive. read more

Friends and I visited here several months ago and had a delicious meal with a great vibe! The charcuterie board was delicious and service was great! read more

Forget my review yesterday, you need to use Google Maps to get to the new location. The drink was great and fried cheese curds. I am taking my dinner to the hotel room. I got the chicken thighs for later. read more

The Tailor and the Cook - Hope this helps - New American Near Me - Utica, New York

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Wow, it's been a long time that my mom and I have been trying to come here (25yrs, lol). The hours haven't worked out for my train arrival or departure times as they use to open at 5pm. The 3pm made it that much more feasible to stop by and celebrate my mom's birthday today. The menu looks great, supporting most dietary needs. Definitely will be back for dinner one of these days. The space is huge, so you don't have to worry about being right next to people when you dine, which is great. Overall this place is a grand slam for the city and the neighborhood! read more

This is a review for the new location on Main St. The move happened November 2023. We had a dinner on the first Thursday in January 2024. We visit Utica often because we have family in the area. We had been to the old location and always enjoyed our dining experience. The renovation of the space for the new location is impressive. The space is divided in to a bar area with seating and a dining room. We ate in the dining room. The ceilings are high and the space has a modern upscale feel. The room was pretty full of customers.. Impressive for a weeknight in early January when people tend to stay home after all the holiday partying. The service was attentive and professional. The menu is one page with a mix of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, pasta and full plates. I liked that some dishes had small and large sizes. Many time I find the full plate portion size is too much for my appetite. We shared a cheese board and plate of fries as an appetizer. One person had the Thai Curry Bowl, another the Open Face Steak Sandwich and the last person orderd the meatloaf. We all enjoyed our selections. But somehow it just didn't seem as special as the former location. The prices are reasonable but the menu choices seem more ordinary. In the past I thought the menu selections were more distinctive. The food quality is great. But the menu selections less inspirational. Still they provide quality food for an enjoyable dining experience. read more

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We've been here twice so far and loved the availability of mocktails on their drink menu. The food was incredibly good, and the waitstaff were knowledgeable, friendly, prompt, and super accommodating. The interior is beautifully decorated. Highly recommend! read more

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Visited the new location for the first time with some Utica friends. We arrived about 10 min early for our 7:30 reservation. They asked us to be seated in a small waiting area. At 7:32pm, the host comes over letting us know there was a delay and offered us a high top or a free round of drinks if we wanted to wait. We chose to wait, thinking it odd he had offered drinks so quickly. Turns out the wait was almost half an hour. Once seated, we ordered salads that came quickly, all were delicious. After a fairly long wait, long enough to think our food should be ready, a waitress appeared to say they did not have the ingredients to make their Thai shrimp dish. Ok, switch to the Bolognese. Another 10 min or so and the newly ordered Bolognese and two other dishes appear. Runner drops them off and dashes away, no acknowledgment that my scallop dish is missing. After another 5 minutes, my dish appears on an incredibly hot plate - either fresh out of the dishwasher or from sitting on a warmer. No mention of the wait for it to arrive. As we start to eat, our waitress stops by to say along with the free round of drinks, they will comp the Bolognese as well since the original dish was not available. Nice of them and the person who had ordered the Thai dish tried to refuse it as he enjoyed his Bolognese but the took it off anyway. The food was delicious, service prompt and they did try to make things right by comping us for the slipups so I will give four stars with a warning to readers that you may need to bring your patience to have a favorable experience. read more

I have been to this restaurant several times but mostly at the former location. I have to say that the current location has tremendous decor and allows for much more seating and dinner options. The current menu covers a wider audience than the original menu(s). However, having said that, The Tailor and the Cook has taken a big step back. While it used to have a completely unique menu that emphasized farm-to-table items, there appears to be a priority now on attracting customers with all preferences rather than focusing on a select group of eaters who enjoy fancy, gourmet, elegant dining. To be honest, I felt that the restaurant does not stand above the crowd. I also felt that the service has taken a big step back. I had noticed this in December when I went for the first time at the current location. Previously, the maitre d', servers, and cleanup crew were top-notch. That is not the case anymore at the current location. We had to ask for additional water three times, and rather than have one person take our orders and bring out the food, we had several people involved. Thus, it did not have the friendly appeal that the original place had. When I first started going here, attention to detail was pristine. Bread was hand-delivered to us, everyone received salads, and the server was well-versed on the menu, including drinks and desserts. During the pandemic, the restaurant switched to smaller plates that I did not like as well as what was on the original menu, but at least the food quality stayed the same. Now the quality of the service and food itself appears to be going down. Just for example regarding the food,, the "Nice Salad" 3 of us ordered had wilted greens, and cashews were on the salad rather than the hazelnuts that the menu said. Thank goodness none of us is allergic to cashews. If I had never been to The Tailor and the Cook before this last time, I may have still given it 5 stars. However, it is simply not to the standards it had at one time. Hopefully it can return to that status before too long. read more

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If you are in Utica, come here. We'll come here if you appreciate farm to table, fresh food, served by helpful staff. We tried a few things: Salads to start - many varieties. Local greens, beets, etc Thai shrimp Venison bolognese Everything was very good. The portions were a good size. They brought out candles for a birthday. So nice! Lovely place. Good vibe. The bar looked hopping. read more

I ordered a salad and a pasta dish without mushrooms. The dish came filled with mushrooms (I'm allergic) and my salad never came. The waitress never came back to the table. The manger saw I was unhappy with my meal and came over to ask what the matter was. I explained the situation. 10 minutes later the waitress came over profusely apologizing. She offered to remake everything and bring the salad. At this point we were 30 minutes into our meal. I said I had no interest in eating any more, and she offered to wrap a new dish to go. They brought me a salad, and the packed meal. Service was terrible, and food was meh. Prices way too high for these types of mistakes. Do not recommend read more

The Tailor and the Cook - Drinks - New American Near Me - Utica, New York

The food is FABULOUS. Excellent service and good atmo. THE FOOD!! Good menu and thoughtfully conceived beautifully balanced dishes. read more

Fabulous meal and outstanding service! Everything was great and the decor is absolutely gorgeous. read more

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