The best restaurants in Cortland

“Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.”

“Kid-friendly chain known for baked goods, breakfasts & other standards in dinerlike digs.”

“Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.”

“Old-fashioned venue (circa 1940) offering pastas, pizzas & other Italian classics, plus cocktails.”

“Pizza slices, specialty pies & chicken wings are staples at this no-frills joint that's open late.”

“Local chain open late for calzones with diverse fillings, including chili dog & cheesecake versions.”

“Relaxed brick-walled eatery with an American menu, rotating beers on tap & an enclosed garden.”

“Fast-food outlet serving up namesake root beer, plus burgers, chicken & fries.”

“Landmark eatery serving traditional Greek & American comfort dishes & cocktails in a warm ambiance.”

“Fittnell Barbeque keeps the Finger Lakes fed with legit slow-smoked goodness, from pulled pork and chicken tacos to that dangerously good smoked mac and cheese, all built around seasonal flavor. Watch for their pop-ups or get them to roll up to your next backyard hang, and thank yourself later.”

From the Finger Lakes newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Next to a brew pub, this down-home pizzeria offers New York-style pies, pasta, subs & wings.”

“Sumo Japanese Sushi And Hibachi Grill nails the two-for-one vibe: meticulously crafted sushi for quiet nights and lively hibachi with trained chefs who flip, sizzle, and generally steal the spotlight.”

“The Heights keeps it classy with Mediterranean-inspired American seafood, meats, and pizzas, plus a patio that just begs for a lingering second glass. Wine Spectator thinks so too, naming The Heights Restaurant and H Bar one of nine standout wine restaurants in Upstate New York.”

“Surf ’n’ turf, pasta & other staples are served at this quaint venue with a warm ambiance.”

“Mexican dishes like fajitas and enchiladas offered in a spacious eatery featuring a bar, outdoor benches and patio tables.”

“Alléchant is serving creative plates with genuine hospitality in a beautiful, intimate space. Slide in for dinner or a lingering brunch, pair it with something from their drinks list, and remember what it feels like to have a meal that’s equal parts thoughtful and delicious.”

From the Finger Lakes newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Italian family eatery with a beige-&-black motif serves wood-fired pizzas & gluten-free fare.”