“They have a parking lot across the street from the restaurant for customers. The entrance is a bit narrow into the building. I ordered the broccoli with fettuccine noodles my friend ordered the lasagna with sausage added on. We also ordered the escargot appetizer. The escargot came in mushrooms. It was pretty good. My broccoli on fettuccine was ok. It didn't seem to have any type of sauce on it. It was steamed broccoli, mushrooms,pimentos and onion over fettuccine with a dusting of shredded Parm. The broccoli was cooked just the way I liked it. My friends lasagna was really good. I had the salad as my side with crumbley blue and Italian dressing. My friend had the beef barley soup as his side. Both were good. Overall we enjoyed the restaurant all the staff were very friendly and attentive. Also if you get a soda they do charge you for refills. I recommend calling the day before and making a reservation. We called the night of and luckily they were able to find us a spot.Parking: Located across the street.Kid-friendliness: They have a kids menu .“
“Balloons is the real deal. They come to their ambiance and reputation honestly - built over decades. The food is always excellent and well prepared. The service is always friendly and attentive. Great for steak lovers but don't sleep on the rest of the menu including their traditional Italian specialties. If you get stumped by the expansive menu, just order the Rattlesnake Pasta. If it's your first time at Balloons don't let the neighborhood or well-worn rooms dissuade you. Have a seat, order a Manhattan and some Utica Greens and revel in what every restaurant should be - local, legitimate and lovely.“
“A+ eatery in all regards. I’ve begun bringing my vegetarian teen in regularly for special 1x1 days. I’ve loved every menu item I’ve ordered, as has my teen. The atmosphere is wonderful. The lighting is bright. The dining area is spacious and quiet. This is an excellent place to grab a cup of coffee and have a peaceful moment. And how wonderful that proceeds benefit the theater (scholarships for students). Highly recommend.Vegetarian options: Great food, even for teens!“
“Busy decor - could sit there for a couple hours and not register everything adorning this place. Server was friendly and attentive. Only had finger foods, but it was good. The spiked hot cocoa was delicious, and perfect on a cold snowy day, but was more expensive than I expected, so a little sticker shock when the bill came. Would go back though; fun place.“
“The food was fantastic, compliments to the chef, the service was excellent, the server attentive, the atmosphere was calm and peaceful.Dietary restrictions: Menu can be adjusted reasonably.Parking: Connected to hotel. May vary depending on hotel occupancy. 6“
“You must visit this pure gem of a lounge. Bands are fantastic, easy crowd to mingle with and be comfortable around and Lynn is the absolute best bartender/ owner I have had the pleasure to meet in all my years being in the restaurant business myself. Truly an enjoyable evening out and I look forward to many more!!“