The best restaurants in Chautauqua County

23 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Mary's Deli

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A Dunkirk staple for 47 years, Mary's Deli keeps weeknights easy with house-made dough and sauce pizzas, wild-card specialties like taco or…

525 Main St (Dunkirk)

“A Dunkirk staple for 47 years, Mary's Deli keeps weeknights easy with house-made dough and sauce pizzas, wild-card specialties like taco or chicken finger pies, saucy wings, and legit subs and calzones. Feeding a crew this week? Their sub platters and party-sized pies have you covered.”

Sandee's Catering | Bakery & Deli

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When dinner brain fog hits, Sandee's Catering | Bakery & Deli comes through with subs and wraps on fresh baked rolls plus those signature…

1284 E 2nd St (Jamestown)

“When dinner brain fog hits, Sandee's Catering | Bakery & Deli comes through with subs and wraps on fresh baked rolls plus those signature pork and Italian sausage pies that taste like Sunday. Need to feed a crowd this week? Their full service or drop off catering keeps Jamestown bellies happy.”

From the Chautauqua County newsletter, August 4, 2026

Pizza Village

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Traditional-style pizzeria featuring a menu of pies with a variety of toppings as well as wings and subs.

71 Lake Shore Dr W (Dunkirk)

“Traditional-style pizzeria featuring a menu of pies with a variety of toppings as well as wings and subs.”

Campi's Pizza

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Seasonal, family-owned pizzeria offering creative pies with thick dough and sweet sauce in a casual setting.

8 Central Ave (Dunkirk)

“Seasonal, family-owned pizzeria offering creative pies with thick dough and sweet sauce in a casual setting.”

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Allen Street Diner

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Casual, cozy eatery known for its friendly service and diner-style menu of burgers, breakfast entrees and hot sandwiches.

79 Allen St (Jamestown)

“Casual, cozy eatery known for its friendly service and diner-style menu of burgers, breakfast entrees and hot sandwiches.”

4 Below Haggy's Bar and Grill

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Casual eatery and bar featuring an a la carte menu, plus a self-serve beer tap.

104 E 2nd St (Jamestown)

“Casual eatery and bar featuring an a la carte menu, plus a self-serve beer tap.”

Labyrinth Press Company

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Eclectic hangout featuring vegetarian fare, fair-trade coffee & live music in an art-filled setting.

12 E 4th St (Jamestown)

“Eclectic hangout featuring vegetarian fare, fair-trade coffee & live music in an art-filled setting.”

Elmo's pizza In Jamestown,NY

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New York-style pies, pastas, and sandwiches are the focus at this informal restaurant.

318 Hebner St (Jamestown)

“New York-style pies, pastas, and sandwiches are the focus at this informal restaurant.”

FuJi Sushi & Steak House

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Japanese eatery that cooks hibachi steaks on grills at tables and serves a variety of sushi rolls and sake.

279 E Fairmount Ave (Lakewood)

“Japanese eatery that cooks hibachi steaks on grills at tables and serves a variety of sushi rolls and sake.”

Farmer Brown's Beef & More

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Casual, locally-owned food truck specializing in wood-smoked meats for sandwiches and mac ‘n’ cheese.

274 E Fairmount Ave (Lakewood)

“Casual, locally-owned food truck specializing in wood-smoked meats for sandwiches and mac ‘n’ cheese.”

Arctic Bites Jamestown

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Relaxed, clean spot offering ramen, sushi and other Japanese eats plus boba teas.

764 Foote Ave (Jamestown)

“Relaxed, clean spot offering ramen, sushi and other Japanese eats plus boba teas.”

Fifties Grill and Dairy

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Local, 1950s-inspired cafe offering classic American burgers, chicken strips, hot dogs and milkshakes.

1514 Washington St (Jamestown)

“Local, 1950s-inspired cafe offering classic American burgers, chicken strips, hot dogs and milkshakes.”

Busti Tap House

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Casual spot serving familiar American food such as prime rib, burgers and more, plus beer, cocktails and wine.

792 Busti-Sugar Grove Rd (Jamestown)

“Casual spot serving familiar American food such as prime rib, burgers and more, plus beer, cocktails and wine.”

Pearl City Hops

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Casual eatery serving burgers, steaks and other American fare with beers, cocktails and wine.

150 W 4th St (Jamestown)

“Casual eatery serving burgers, steaks and other American fare with beers, cocktails and wine.”

Landmark Restaurant

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Homey restaurant & bar serving pasta, classic American comfort food & elevated small plates.

516 W 4th St (Jamestown)

“Homey restaurant & bar serving pasta, classic American comfort food & elevated small plates.”

Honest John's Pizza

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Modest pizza, sub & wing specialist with an all-you-can-eat buffet, TVs for sports, beer & wine.

1245 E 2nd St (Jamestown)

“Modest pizza, sub & wing specialist with an all-you-can-eat buffet, TVs for sports, beer & wine.”

Stella: A Kitchen & Bar

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Eclectic eatery offering comfort food with vegetarian options, plus wine, cocktails, and beer.

60 Chautauqua Ave (Lakewood)

“Eclectic eatery offering comfort food with vegetarian options, plus wine, cocktails, and beer.”

Pine Junction

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Homey, lodgelike bar with a seasonal patio, offering hearty American meals, draft brews & cocktails.

9757 Bailey Hill Rd (Sherman)

“Homey, lodgelike bar with a seasonal patio, offering hearty American meals, draft brews & cocktails.”

Sauce

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Casual, Italian-style pizzeria, serving pasta dishes, deep-dish pizza and sandwiches, plus dessert.

306 N Main St (Jamestown)

“Casual, Italian-style pizzeria, serving pasta dishes, deep-dish pizza and sandwiches, plus dessert.”

La Cucina Della Nonna

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Informal spot dishing up pizza and pasta favorites, plus wine and beer.

718 W 3rd St (Jamestown)

“Informal spot dishing up pizza and pasta favorites, plus wine and beer.”

The Perfect Pizza Restaurant

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Neighborhood eatery serving up pizzas, wings & other fare in utilitarian surroundings.

707 Fairmount Ave (Jamestown)

“Neighborhood eatery serving up pizzas, wings & other fare in utilitarian surroundings.”

Tokyo & Beijing Asian Cuisine

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Easygoing, Asian-inspired eatery serving Thai, Chinese and Japanese dishes, plus sushi.

816 Foote Ave (Jamestown)

“Easygoing, Asian-inspired eatery serving Thai, Chinese and Japanese dishes, plus sushi.”

Pace's Pizzeria

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Casual, long-running pizzeria offering homemade pies, pasta, sandwiches, and wine.

549 W 3rd St (Jamestown)

“Casual, long-running pizzeria offering homemade pies, pasta, sandwiches, and wine.”

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