The best restaurants in Finger Lakes

The Starlite Room nails that sweet spot where pizza, crisp wings, cold beer and even gluten-free picks share space with the occasional…

3018 Lake Rd (Elmira)

Craving something a little sunny right now, Ithaca? Modern Ohana serves Pacific Rim and Asian fusion plates with bright, craveable flavors…

205 Elmira Rd (Ithaca)

Whether your mood is thin Neapolitan or thick Sicilian, Vincenzo's nails it with specialty pies like The Sinatra, Leonardo D'Vinci, Prima…

303 N Main St (Elmira)

Since 1973, Cafe Dewitt has been Downtown Ithaca’s cozy standby for breakfasts, brunches, lunches, and flaky pastries made with Finger…

215 N Cayuga St (Ithaca) · ✓ checked Jul 31

Maple Lawn Dairy has been keeping Elmira happily full for over 35 years with daily homemade specials, hearty wraps and burgers, crispy…

3162 Lower Maple Ave (Elmira)

Fittnell Barbeque keeps the Finger Lakes fed with legit slow-smoked goodness, from pulled pork and chicken tacos to that dangerously good…

1975 E Shore Dr (Ithaca) · ✓ checked Jul 31

Craving something fresh this week without the fuss? Tossed lets you build the salad of your dreams with 30+ toppings and add-ons, or go for…

120 N Main St (Elmira)

Relaxed eatery featuring classic Mexican dishes, including tacos and enchiladas, plus margaritas.

2666 Corning Rd (Horseheads)

Escape into a botanical cafe and cocktail lounge for eclectic eats, coffee, and happy hour drinks.

320 E State St (Ithaca)

Stylish restaurant & bar serving Pan-Asian cuisine & craft beer, with gluten-free & veggie options.

116 N Aurora St (Ithaca)

Easygoing pizzeria, also serving up sandwiches, grilled chicken dishes, gyros and falafel.

215 E State St (Ithaca)

American menu with Asian touches in a scenic lakeside setting with bands playing on an outdoor deck.

525 Old Taughannock Blvd (Ithaca)

Simple storefront offers a cafe space for Chinese classic dishes for takeout or dine-in.

145 W Gray St (Elmira)

Relaxed place for locally sourced American fare, housemade bread, craft cocktails, beer & ciders.

512 Hamilton St (Geneva)

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

299 S Main St (Elmira)

Casual eatery serving crispy New York- and Sicilian-style pizzas, garlic knots and stromboli.

527 W State St (Ithaca)

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

23 Cinema Dr (Ithaca)

Casual, warm restaurant dishing out hearty regional cuisine plus wine & cocktails & open seasonally.

5315 NY-414 (Hector)

Virtual kitchen preparing pasta, sliders, and other comfort food for delivery and pickup.

310 Stewart Ave (Ithaca)

Casual restaurant serving a menu of Japanese dishes such as sushi.

113 E State St (Ithaca)

This unassuming Japanese eatery preps traditional kitchen entrees & a bevy of creative sushi rolls.

113 Dryden Rd (Ithaca)

Classy setting for American fare served alongside cocktails & spirits, plus lively sidewalk seating.

224 E State St (Ithaca)

Casual, family-friendly greenhouse specializing in pizza (including gourmet and vegan), wood-fired or brick-oven, served alongside craft…

196 Porter Hill Rd (Newfield)

Casual American restaurant overlooks a scenic valley & offers music & weekly prime-rib nights.

171 Jerusalem Hill Rd (Elmira)

Relaxed eatery featuring pizzas, pasta dishes and salads in a snug, brick-walled space.

211 E Seneca St (Ithaca)

Japanese eatery & bar with Zen-like digs & a menu of specialty rolls & lunch combos.

2309 N Triphammer Rd #15 (Ithaca)

Margaritas & sangria fuel the high spirits at this fun Mexican spot with an adjacent taco counter.

215 E State St (Ithaca)

Refined spot with patio seating featuring Mediterranean-inspired American seafood, meats & pizzas.

903 Hanshaw Rd (Ithaca)

Stalwart pizza parlor serving whole pies & specialty slices along with wings, subs & calzones.

350 S Main St (Elmira)

Cozy fixture renowned for its cookbooks serving vegetarian & vegan entrees featuring local produce.

215 N Cayuga St (Ithaca)

Fast-food eatery specializing in Cajun-style fried chicken, plus wings, seafood, breakfast & more.

1309 College Ave (Elmira)

American eats with a big emphasis on breakfast and brunch, served in a cozy, easygoing space.

215 N Meadow St (Ithaca)

Casual, all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ restaurant featuring tabletop grills and hot pots for cooking your own meats, seafood and veggies.

722 S Meadow St Ste 800 (Ithaca)

Chef-owned eatery serving seasonal Italian food in a cozy space with a full bar & craft cocktails.

108 N Aurora St (Ithaca)

Pho, vermicelli & other Vietnamese favorites, plus bubble tea smoothies, are served in a warm space.

526 W State St (Ithaca)

Relaxed place dishing up Mexican staples such as tacos, salads and enchiladas, plus margaritas and tequila flights.

114 N Cayuga St (Ithaca)

Popular deli turning out sandwiches including pizza subs, hot food, and combo deals.

200 W Seneca St (Ithaca)

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

719-25 S Meadow St (Ithaca)

Comfort-food joint offering chocolate candy for sale alongside breakfast food, sandwiches, chili and other casual staples.

4069 Main St (Williamson)

Casual pizzeria dishing up pies, wings, and other comfort eats for lunch and dinner.

220 S Fulton St (Ithaca)

Modest quarters in a lakefront resort offering a basketball court & a gazebo, plus breakfast.

3812 NY-14 (Watkins Glen)

Bubble tea, ramen and poke bowl joint featuring fresh ingredients, plus cozy seating and cheerful service.

830 County Rd 64 #16a (Elmira)

Casual Mexican eatery serving fajitas, tacos and other traditional fare plus drinks, including margaritas.

250 W Water St (Elmira)

Venerable neighborhood kitchen plying American & Italian standards plus TVs & daily bar specials.

96 State St (Auburn)

Long-running, banquet-hall-style eatery & bar serving classic Italian fare, steaks & seafood.

106 W 5th St (Elmira) · ✓ checked Aug 4

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

1159 Dryden Rd (Ithaca)

Relaxed eatery serving New York-style thin-crust pizza, plus hoagies, cheesesteaks, and stromboli.

411 S Main St (Elmira)

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

40 Catherwood Rd (Ithaca)

Vibrant, casual Mexican joint serving classic standards from fajitas to tequila drinks & beers.

357 Elmira Rd (Ithaca)

Fast and affordable pizza joint featuring traditional and build-your-own pies baked with hand-tossed crusts, gluten-free and vegan options,…

1006 W Seneca St (Ithaca)

Relaxed destination dishing up a menu of Thai & Japanese rice, noodle & side dishes.

311 3rd St (Ithaca)

Elevated Italian fare & wines are offered in an understated dining room in the Quarry Arms building.

115 S Quarry St (Ithaca)

Creative cuisine and a selection of beer and wine served in an attractive, intimate setting.

903 Hanshaw Rd Ste 105 (Ithaca)

Locally focused hotel trattoria offers a Tuscan-inspired menu, Sunday brunch & regional wines.

130 Statler Dr (Ithaca)

Elevated comfort food, late-night bites & craft cocktails in a modern setting with exposed brick.

105 W Court St Unit 100 (Ithaca)

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

2 Hickory Hollow Ln (Ithaca)

Casual cafe featuring daily specials, plus burgers, fried fare and beer.

1951 NY-31 (Port Byron)

Casual bar and grill featuring wings, sandwiches, and other comfort grub, plus cocktails.

1057 Walnut St (Elmira)

Poke, bento bowls and ramen spot with sushi and curry dishes, plus a children's menu.

722 S Meadow St Suit 900 (Ithaca)

Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.

830 County Rd 64 Ste 19D (Elmira)

Southern dishes, shucked shellfish & live music draw boisterous crowds to this hip spot open late.

635 W State St (Ithaca)

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

865 County Rd 64 (Elmira)

Pizza, wings, and other comfort food feature at this halal restaurant with late-night hours.

111 E State St (Ithaca)

Casual Mexican restaurant popular in a college town for quick bites and burritos.

111 Dryden Rd (Ithaca)

Popular restaurant chain with a variety of chicken wings, chicken tenders, boneless wings & sides for dine-in, takeout & delivery.

121 Dryden Rd (Ithaca)

Casual, long-standing diner featuring a menu of American breakfast and lunch mains, plus familiar staples like burgers and pancakes.

59 Old Ithaca Rd (Horseheads)

Straightforward pizzeria serving pies, wings, subs & pastas in a relaxed environment.

1070 Danby Rd (Ithaca)

Neighborhood eatery serving homemade soups such as clam chowder, plus deli-style sandwiches and wraps.

311 College Ave (Elmira)

Casual restaurant offering Thai dishes, including vegetarian options, plus wine and beer.

200 W Water St (Elmira)

Relaxed restaurant serving Mediterranean plates such as lamb and falafel gyros, plus pizza and calzones.

111 E State St (Ithaca)