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    Upstate Bar and Grill

    3.8 (305 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    UPSTATE BAR AND GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Mike M.

    Awesome restaurant. Had a delicious Chef Salad. The service was great. Speedy and efficient. Great waitress. The decor was rustic and warm felling. Really enjoyed our evening. A little loud but not too bad.

    Outside view.
    Pete B.

    Our first night after check in at Dreamspark landed us here. I figured with the week just starting, it shouldn't be crazy. As we pulled in and there was ample parking, I know I was correct. Service was friendly and fast and everything was very clean. All the places around are very causal as they know you're most likely coming from a baseball game. We started with the chicken quesadilla and for dinner, I got the prime rib and my wife got a NY Strip. Quesadilla was a great start. Loaded up and prepared perfectly. The prime rib was nice and tender the the au juis paired perfectly. I also got a side of horseradish which pushed the whole meal over the edge in perfection. There was no room for dessert. A short drive from the complex. This needs to be on your radar. I had to send the kid a picture of me eating since this was his 2nd year in a row going because of his age and he knew what he was getting into, food wise.

    Bang Bang Cauliflower
    Trevis S.

    Nice big restaurant, with area themes, baseball. We were seated quickly even though we were a group of 7. They are prepared for larger groups. Our server took our drink orders then our food orders. Giant Pretzel for appetizer was wonderful. Considering the large number of people at the restaurant, our meals came fairly quickly. Plate portions were large. Burger, Chicken and Fish sandwiches were thick and juicy. The only negative thing I have to say, although the nachos were good, they were also cold. Cheese had already cooled down. Still a very good experience.

    Bridget H.

    We came on a Saturday, was sat right away around 8pm when went. They have onsite parking. The night prior we drive past and they were packed and had people in an overflow parking lot. They have outdoor seats to enjoy a beer or a drink if you'd like. Our server was nice, but not very attentive. The table next to us waited over 15 mins just to get their check and the restaurant was not busy. The food was just okay. The burger had potential, but it was SO salty. It was so salty I couldn't even finish it. It was like eating a salt lick (or what I imagine that would be like). The cauliflower bites were okay. They had a sweet and sour type sauce on them that was good, would try with the buffalo next time. Would come back, but would try something else. They had a nice selection of salads I'd probably choose from next time.

    Pineapple coconut martini
    Michelle C.

    Consistently good Service attentive Laid back atmosphere Live music Excellent mixed drinks Highly recommend!

    My family and I came to the Upstate bar and grill for Valentine's Day and had a very pleasant experience, our waitress Tionna was absolutely amazing, the food was delicious I highly recommend, we will be coming again

    Arley L.

    Nice bar and grill in town that can definitely get busy. Cool bar ambiance with fire pits out front for some drinks while waiting for a table, and a nice big bar with live music. It can definitely get busy on the weekends. We came in and were sat right away. Our sever treated us took our drink order and was back shortly for our order. The food came out pretty quick. The cauliflower bits were good, but could use a bit more flavor in the batter. The burgers were good, perfectly cooked but just a tad over seasoned. They were definitely a bit more on the salty side. Also my girlfriend wanted some range for both the fried and cauliflower, but after the food was dropped it was hard getting our server back to the table. Sure he was busy but didn't check back and the table next to us had dinner and finished as we were getting out dinner and waited for a while and we finished our dinner and they still hadn't seen our sever. The gentleman had to get up and get him and I took the chance to ask for our check as well. He was definitely busy but doesn't take much to just come by and see how everything was.

    Outdoor walkway
    Niel P.

    We got an awesome booth with great views. Beer battered oysters and buffalo wings were on point, we had to have the oysters twice. Our main course ahi tuna tacos and poke bowls were good. The kids mac and cheese hit the tummy well. The best was the key lime torts! Really good! Thank you loved the experience!

    Heather S.

    Pictured is a philly cheesesteak wrap with fries, and I have to say, it was super good. There was so much flavor in the wrap! Our server was so sweet. It definitely seemed like a good spot to hang out at.

    Seared steak poke bowl
    Jennifer C.

    After a long and hot day at the baseball fields, we decided to try Upstate because we had seen their parking lot full every day...and now we know why!! The staff are friendly and the host was very welcoming of our large group. It is very family-friendly but also perfect for a date night. The food was absolutely amazing, I had the steak poke bowl, definitely a 10/10, and just could not stop raving about the flavors and how great it was...even the next day! I definitely will be visiting again before we head back to Florida.

    Drunken clams
    Adrianne T.

    Super busy place but you seem to get seated right away . Ordered a bottle of reasonably priced wine and it was ok. Hubby ordered burger and fries and that seemed good. I like the brand that they put in the bun . I ordered Buffalo wings . They were good size not jumbo which is what I like . The wings were more Buffalo seasoned with no sauce and super greasy . I also ordered the drunken clams and they were good but the broth was super bland . I had no idea what was going on with that broth lol . The bread that came with it was good , kind of a charbroiled taste. For dessert, I got the strawberry cake and that was the highlight of my meal and I'm wondering if it's because it's not made there. Hmmm. Unfortunately, this place did not wow me enough for a second visit .

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    Good food. Terrible loud music. Dont eat here unless you like generic pop-country blasting your whole meal...

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    Waiters are very rude but good food. It is very local if you play in the cooperstown tournament

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    Good food, great atmosphere. A little pricey but went with a team so had fun! Floor was slippery so make sure you are careful

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    5.0(5 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    The Glimmerglass at the Otesaga Hotel in Resort in Cooperstown is a throwback to the old style…read moreelite hotel dining. Unfortunately, it is no longer appreciated for it's greatness as times have changed. As a Resort Guest, I had the breakfast option which was a great choice to enjoy such elite dining on premises. Convenient and top notch. In the times I visited (July 2021) it was trailing to the end of the COVID nightmare (but before Delta) and the buffet was open and full quality was there. About all a guest could notice was the diligent wearing of masks by staff. The buffet was as good as you can get. Full fruit and Continental options, or hot eggs, meats, potatoes, biscuits, and gravy. And eggs/omelets made to order. The only drawback was that I didn't want to over eat to start the day. needed a second stomach. Upon sitting the wait staff gets any drink you need (coffee/juices) as part of my breakfast included price. I was only brought a check at the end for a gratuity. Some uneven service getting to drinks quickly but it wasn't hard to get their attention if needed. There is a fancy dining room (I dropped a couple of photos) and a nice outdoor patio facing the lake. The outdoor seemed to fill up first albeit the weather was near perfect so can't blame. A point of confusion was logistics and dress code. Upon check in, the desk clerk let me know where it was and strongly advised a reservation and let me know it was fine dining and dress code was appreciated. Not knowing what time I wanted to eat I called late and no answer. I called restaurant services when I woke up and was forwarded to the casual dinner restaurant. I called the desk and had them transfer me, same as just calling, forwarded to casual not answered. No worry, I arrived and they had the guests on a list and it wasn't crowded enough to be an issue. Other thing was dress code. Some things I'd read in the literature was no sports gear, no hats, etc. Since most of the patrons were at the hotel for recreation (kids baseball tournaments, Hall of Fame, etc.) I didn't think wearing a T-shirt and tennis shoes would be an issue. It wasn't. Just don't wear swimwear. At the time I went it was breakfast only. If and when it opens for dinner do not listen to this advice and discuss with the management. Really nothing wrong here, can't withhold even a star. If you stay here, eat here. If the cost is too much, then find a place in your range but you won't beat the quality. This buffet was as good as it gets.

    Timeless elegance of a bygone era paired with impeccably charming and attentive service and…read moreexceptional cuisine. Real silverware. And the VIEWS! Every angle provides a feast for the eyes. I absolutely adore this place.

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    Glimmerglass - Beautiful hearth old style in the dining room

    Beautiful hearth old style in the dining room

    Glimmerglass - Craft made omelette with other booty from the buffet

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    Hawkeye Bar & Grill

    3.5(224 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    First of all, the setting is beautiful. We got there early and sat on the outdoor porch overlooking…read morethe lake. The restaurant is in the Otesaga Hotel. Service was terrific and there were lots of options on the drink and food menu. I felt as though they charged a bit more than a similar restaurant without the views would have charged. Definitely make a reservation-we were there off season and it was packed.

    Loved this place. We were visiting Cooperstown and not staying at the Otesaga, but it is in…read morewalking distance from the main street. We arrived before our reservation, and they were unable to seat us much earlier (they did though, we just waited, no problem) and they turned people away, so definitely get a reservation. Inside there is a nice few of the lake. Service was really great. Because we were there at the start of dinner, we had to wait a bit for the bread, but it was worth the wait. Both the soft roll and the fruity bread were so tasty, and the salty butter spread nicely on them. I had the prime rib, which was tender and flavorful, paired with asparagus and a baked potato. He had a NY strip. Both were perfectly cooked. We were so full and satisfied at the end of the meal that we didn't have room for dessert, but we loved the food so much. It's also pretty reasonably-priced for a nice restaurant. Highly recommend!

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    Hawkeye Bar & Grill - Dining area with views of  Lake Otsego

    Dining area with views of Lake Otsego

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    Hawkeye Bar

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    Patio dining during the summer months

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    Cooley's Stone House Tavern

    3.7(136 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    The fried pickles are worth the visit!! The food order almost didn't happen, as I walked in early…read morein the evening on Valentine's Day. There is a bar as well as booth seating but no direction or indication of waiting to be seated or seating yourself. I didn't want to go unnoticed so I sat at the bar. (Most of the tables are past the entry way and bar area). There was a family group, a few couples and a group of guys playing darts off to the side. I sat there for more than five minutes before I was even acknowledged. I know this because I could see the Guinness Countdown to St Patrick's Day (down to the second) from my seat. There were 3 girls behind the bar but one seemed to be doing most of the bar work. As I put on my jacket to leave, I finally had the attention of one of the girls so I decided to take my chances and stick with my dinner plan. She got me a menu and asked for my drink order. There weren't any hard ciders on tap but they did have canned Awestruck (local). I noticed the fried pickle appetizer and asked her about it. She told me they were spears and very popular. I decided to take her recommendation and ordered them, along with a Cooley's Handmade Burger with sautéed mushrooms and swiss cheese. My pickle fries came out first since they were an app and I can tell you two things about them...the portion was huge and they were absolutely the best I've ever had! Not long afterward, my burger arrived and that was really tasty as well. I opted to bring the rest of my pickles home and I can tell you that even the next day, with the help of the air fryer, they were still tasting great! I am so glad I stayed!

    We stopped by Cooley's Stone House Tavern in Cooperstown, NY, in October -- a month when leaves are…read morefalling, sweaters come out, and apparently the summer drink menu still reigns supreme. Nothing says autumn like a "Frozen Mango Breeze" while watching your breath fog up indoors. The soundtrack was off-brand Doors covers featuring an enthusiastic bongo player who was clearly paid by the beat. The volume fluctuated like the tavern's Wi-Fi signal -- one minute it was a whisper, the next it was like being trapped in a drum circle during a Jim Morrison séance. Inside the "non-smoking" bar, a delightful smoky haze drifted through the air thanks to the staff's decision to use the ashtray as a doorstop. It's like they wanted to recreate the authentic 1980s bowling alley experience. The single bathroom door doesn't lock, which adds a fun new twist to your visit -- the thrill of potentially making a new friend while washing your hands. After 25 minutes of waiting for our high-stakes order (boneless wings and a salad), our server cheerfully reported that it was "gettin' there." We decided our patience wasn't, so we paid for our drinks and told her our tip was gettin' there too. Five stars for unintentional comedy. One star for everything else.

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    From a seat at the bar

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    French Onion Soup

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