The flavor of the French onion soup was great, the texture not so much. The bistro burger was lacking and the shrimp casear salad not anything special. Out of three shrimp, one was severely charred and unpleasantly acrid. The service was very pleasant and consistent. However, we waited for what seemed like forever for food and the places was not busy at all. There were 4 tables total seated (not counting few folks at the bar). I did not complain about the shrimp only because I waited so long for the food to begin with. The atmosphere is nice because of the windows at light. Would not likely go again to eat, but perhaps for a drink.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
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Visited Bistro 1926 for the first time since this Drumlin golf course restaurant was run by Pascal's. It has great atmosphere whether you dine al fresco on the patio in the summer or inside overlooking the golf course. We did not need reservations for an early dinner on a Tuesday evening. I was happy to see two regional dishes from the Utica area on the menu, Utica Greens and Chicken riggies. Two of us chose the Utica Greens as an appetizer. The taste was fairly good but the dish lacked sufficient prosciutto or diced pancetta to round it out. Consequently, the first few bites were really enjoyable but as it cooled it took on a one-note flavor. There was spicy heat to the dish, but very few promised cherry peppers. For my main, I ordered chicken riggies. It too lacked sufficient cherry peppers even though I ordered it hot. The ones that were present we're either tiny bits or larger slices from the tough stem end and not palatable. Also the chicken was sharply cut into firm cubes which did not absorb the sauce or flavors. In my opinion, torn or shredded chicken works better in this dish, which I have had in many restaurants in upstate New York, and also make at home using the original Joe Morelli recipe. Both these dishes were okay, but I wouldn't order them again here. For dessert, we took home a slice of their carrot cake to share and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Heather Winer
Food was good, but only after waiting 30 minutes to order and another 40 minutes to get any food. We ordered 2 appetizers and everything came out at once. It then took another 20 minutes to get the check after asking for it. Manager was rude and sarcastic.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Carla Fischer
Food and service are consistently good here.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Annie Mwelwa
The food was great, and the outside sitting could be more comfortable if the chairs had cushions on them. Nevertheless, I would still recommend someone to check it out. Nice place for outside sitting meal.
Brock Zaruba
A very nice meal. Reasonably priced with friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
MJ mj
I think too many people think this is a private place b/c it's attached to the country club. The restaurant & 1 of the 2 18 hole courses is public.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Cristina Kaine
So yummy; burger cooked to perfection, staff warm & friendly & the ambience is comfy with a pretty sunset view over the golf course. Will definitely be returning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Moon Lee
The Salome was a bit plain... but liked the place overall.
Bill Meidenbauer
Not a very intimate place if you want a romantic dinner. But fantastic food and outstanding service. Prices were fantastic considering the food was so good. We will absolutely be
Friday night is fish Friday night at Dmlins which is the name of the golf course for the restaurant is located. Excellent food. I had chicken. My wife had fish. Both were delicious kitchen. Got a little boatloaded at first but they caught up pretty quickly. Very nice atmosphere and the view of the deer out on the golf course was also wonderful
Chris Newbauer
Fun fact. Syracuse University owns this restaurant and the golf club. Yup. One star. And it may sound petty to some but it’s based on principle. And it’s hard for me to do to a business but as I told the manager; who admitted it is a common complaint, I’d amend this review and make it 5 start one if they openly, on their webpage, announced their error, apologized and promised to never do it again. As part of my $168.00 meal recently, was 2 top shelf scotches, (on the rocks) the bill itemized everything, including 2 $2 dollar charges, for “cubes” (ice) I did speak to the manager to tell him the meals were great and so was the service, but I won’t be back. The manager, also the pro-shop manager, was quite nice, and tried to explain “cubes” really meant an added fee associated with the extra half oz associated with “on the rocks” pours. He acknowledged it literally says “cubes” and manager above him is who chose to do things this way. The restaurant and the golf course are owned by Syracuse University, so of course there are redundant levels of management; and likely the wrong people making decisions about scamming gouge jobs like this. I’m not buying the “on the rocks pour”. This subtle scam job happens everywhere, and it’s usually attached to items purchased by people that appreciate the better things in life (top shelf drinks) not it happens everywhere. ie: high line cars, dealership service repairs, healthcare, homes, clothing, even internet streaming services. You see, during these unprecedented times of outrageous times of inflation, it’s the perfect time to sneak in some gouging. And many times the people that aren’t seeking the economy, bargain brand, will overlook it, or just accept it as part of inflation. It’s not. It’s very calculated and deliberate. And someone at the decision making level of SU chose to gouge. I never asked to have the charge removed. I paid, as everyone should. Tipped well. And will never be back, as long as they have this mentality. I’d rather spend $268 at a place that has better scruples. I know my decision (and review) probably won’t matter much to their bottom line profits, or their busy times, with regulars. But it should. If behavior like this is not called out and dissolved, it will spread as normal practices elsewhere. Think of your garbage service that tried a fuel surcharge when gas became expensive. They got away with it and when prices went to all time lows, it didn’t go away. Think about your cel phone company that got away with added surcharges that takes their legal department to explain. I could go on. But hey, it’s a small charge that’s not worth mentioning! These practices make a lot of creative scamming gougers a lot of money. Rant over. I hope they change their ways, but I won’t hold my breath. I have a better chance asking anybody that reads this, and goes (you may not even get a drink “on the rocks” (and I have no doubts your meal will be great), but ask them about their “cubes charge” policy decisions. Mention me by name. If everyone asks. It just might shame them into an honest business. With all patrons. Especially the ones that don’t mind spending a little extra for the good stuff. THOSE people shouldn’t be scammed for it.
Jacqui Johnston
Brunch food excellent. Service was fine however we were seated at a syrup sticky table and the place was empty at 1…so ample time to clean all tables. Nice view of course. Now for the very bad … 2 families eating with young children had to endure repeatedly the constant F bombs and every other swearing Loudly !!! Bartender should remind his patrons this is an SU establishment and family friendly restaurant. Parents appeared uncomfortable and ate quickly to escape those loud drinkers with lack of vocabulary. It was like dining at a dive bar.
Kid-friendliness: If your children would like to learn loud constant profanity !
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Eggs Benedict
pavlina ivanova
Everything was excellent - food and service. A little bit too loud, but it was Friday night :)
Vegetarian options: Porcini Sacchetti was very delicious!Summer salad was fresh and Plenty!!
The flavor of the French onion soup was great, the texture not so much. The bistro burger was lacking and the shrimp casear salad not anything special. Out of three shrimp, one was severely charred and unpleasantly acrid. The service was very pleasant and consistent. However, we waited for what seemed like forever for food and the places was not busy at all. There were 4 tables total seated (not counting few folks at the bar). I did not complain about the shrimp only because I waited so long for the food to begin with. The atmosphere is nice because of the windows at light. Would not likely go again to eat, but perhaps for a drink.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Visited Bistro 1926 for the first time since this Drumlin golf course restaurant was run by Pascal's. It has great atmosphere whether you dine al fresco on the patio in the summer or inside overlooking the golf course. We did not need reservations for an early dinner on a Tuesday evening. I was happy to see two regional dishes from the Utica area on the menu, Utica Greens and Chicken riggies. Two of us chose the Utica Greens as an appetizer. The taste was fairly good but the dish lacked sufficient prosciutto or diced pancetta to round it out. Consequently, the first few bites were really enjoyable but as it cooled it took on a one-note flavor. There was spicy heat to the dish, but very few promised cherry peppers. For my main, I ordered chicken riggies. It too lacked sufficient cherry peppers even though I ordered it hot. The ones that were present we're either tiny bits or larger slices from the tough stem end and not palatable. Also the chicken was sharply cut into firm cubes which did not absorb the sauce or flavors. In my opinion, torn or shredded chicken works better in this dish, which I have had in many restaurants in upstate New York, and also make at home using the original Joe Morelli recipe. Both these dishes were okay, but I wouldn't order them again here. For dessert, we took home a slice of their carrot cake to share and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Food was good, but only after waiting 30 minutes to order and another 40 minutes to get any food. We ordered 2 appetizers and everything came out at once. It then took another 20 minutes to get the check after asking for it. Manager was rude and sarcastic.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Food and service are consistently good here.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was great, and the outside sitting could be more comfortable if the chairs had cushions on them. Nevertheless, I would still recommend someone to check it out. Nice place for outside sitting meal.
A very nice meal. Reasonably priced with friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I think too many people think this is a private place b/c it's attached to the country club. The restaurant & 1 of the 2 18 hole courses is public.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
So yummy; burger cooked to perfection, staff warm & friendly & the ambience is comfy with a pretty sunset view over the golf course. Will definitely be returning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Salome was a bit plain... but liked the place overall.
Not a very intimate place if you want a romantic dinner. But fantastic food and outstanding service. Prices were fantastic considering the food was so good. We will absolutely be
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Had a great time, and we'll be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Friday night is fish Friday night at Dmlins which is the name of the golf course for the restaurant is located. Excellent food. I had chicken. My wife had fish. Both were delicious kitchen. Got a little boatloaded at first but they caught up pretty quickly. Very nice atmosphere and the view of the deer out on the golf course was also wonderful
Fun fact. Syracuse University owns this restaurant and the golf club. Yup. One star. And it may sound petty to some but it’s based on principle. And it’s hard for me to do to a business but as I told the manager; who admitted it is a common complaint, I’d amend this review and make it 5 start one if they openly, on their webpage, announced their error, apologized and promised to never do it again. As part of my $168.00 meal recently, was 2 top shelf scotches, (on the rocks) the bill itemized everything, including 2 $2 dollar charges, for “cubes” (ice) I did speak to the manager to tell him the meals were great and so was the service, but I won’t be back. The manager, also the pro-shop manager, was quite nice, and tried to explain “cubes” really meant an added fee associated with the extra half oz associated with “on the rocks” pours. He acknowledged it literally says “cubes” and manager above him is who chose to do things this way. The restaurant and the golf course are owned by Syracuse University, so of course there are redundant levels of management; and likely the wrong people making decisions about scamming gouge jobs like this. I’m not buying the “on the rocks pour”. This subtle scam job happens everywhere, and it’s usually attached to items purchased by people that appreciate the better things in life (top shelf drinks) not it happens everywhere. ie: high line cars, dealership service repairs, healthcare, homes, clothing, even internet streaming services. You see, during these unprecedented times of outrageous times of inflation, it’s the perfect time to sneak in some gouging. And many times the people that aren’t seeking the economy, bargain brand, will overlook it, or just accept it as part of inflation. It’s not. It’s very calculated and deliberate. And someone at the decision making level of SU chose to gouge. I never asked to have the charge removed. I paid, as everyone should. Tipped well. And will never be back, as long as they have this mentality. I’d rather spend $268 at a place that has better scruples. I know my decision (and review) probably won’t matter much to their bottom line profits, or their busy times, with regulars. But it should. If behavior like this is not called out and dissolved, it will spread as normal practices elsewhere. Think of your garbage service that tried a fuel surcharge when gas became expensive. They got away with it and when prices went to all time lows, it didn’t go away. Think about your cel phone company that got away with added surcharges that takes their legal department to explain. I could go on. But hey, it’s a small charge that’s not worth mentioning! These practices make a lot of creative scamming gougers a lot of money. Rant over. I hope they change their ways, but I won’t hold my breath. I have a better chance asking anybody that reads this, and goes (you may not even get a drink “on the rocks” (and I have no doubts your meal will be great), but ask them about their “cubes charge” policy decisions. Mention me by name. If everyone asks. It just might shame them into an honest business. With all patrons. Especially the ones that don’t mind spending a little extra for the good stuff. THOSE people shouldn’t be scammed for it.
Brunch food excellent. Service was fine however we were seated at a syrup sticky table and the place was empty at 1…so ample time to clean all tables. Nice view of course. Now for the very bad … 2 families eating with young children had to endure repeatedly the constant F bombs and every other swearing Loudly !!! Bartender should remind his patrons this is an SU establishment and family friendly restaurant. Parents appeared uncomfortable and ate quickly to escape those loud drinkers with lack of vocabulary. It was like dining at a dive bar.
Kid-friendliness: If your children would like to learn loud constant profanity !
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Eggs Benedict
Everything was excellent - food and service. A little bit too loud, but it was Friday night :)
Vegetarian options: Porcini Sacchetti was very delicious!Summer salad was fresh and Plenty!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kaiken Malbec
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