8 Best Bars near Odessa

“We loved it here. We had just finished walking around Watkins’s Glen and we were starving! The waitress was the BEST. One of our 4 children lives off of chicken tenders and quesadillas and he voted their chicken tenders “the best I've ever had!” All 6 of us enjoyed our food. The cheese curds were amazing! Yum ?“

“Maria's Tavern stands as a beloved local haunt known for its welcoming atmosphere and genuine hospitality. This cozy tavern offers patrons a taste of local camaraderie along with a solid selection of drinks and hearty, satisfying pub fare. Known for its friendly staff and comfortable, laid-back setting, Maria's Tavern is the perfect spot for those looking to unwind and enjoy good company.The menu at Maria's Tavern is a mix of classic pub favorites and unique specials, all prepared with a home-cooked feel that adds to the establishment's charm. Whether you're in the mood for a juicy burger, wings, or something a bit more adventurous, the food here is known for its quality and flavor. Additionally, the tavern frequently hosts live music and events, making it a vibrant spot in Watkins Glen's nightlife scene. Regulars and newcomers alike are drawn to Maria's Tavern for its blend of enjoyable eats, friendly vibes, and the kind of warm, inviting environment that turns first-time visitors into regulars.“

“We have eaten here a couple times and I got to say for bar food it is a wonderful place to eat!! I have tried a few things from their menu! I haven't found anything I haven't liked yet!! The people are friendly and the waitress is very nice as well!!“

“What an amazing place, the staff are friendly and polite. I had the privilege meeting their brew master and discussing his invasions and fantastic beers. Some of which are canned to take home. Highly recommend stopping here while you are in Watkins Glen.“

“Came by to see the falls today. Looked around for food very briefly and settled on El rancho. I HIGHLY recommend it, the food was fantastic, beautifully spiced and well cared for. Nothing came out covered in grease or loaded to the brim with fake lettuce. It was very authentic food. Our server Ryan was phenomenal, big smile great service!“

“This place caught my wife's eye while we were heading to our next stop. So we stopped. It's a bit confusing on how to enter the place. Could go in the back or the side, but the front is the main entrance. It's a house turned into a brewery. But not any brewery like a brew pub from over the pond where the beer is served at room temperature v/s sitting in a cooler getting cold. She had a Red Ale and I had a Pale Ale, the Pale Ale didn't taste like a juicy drink that I'm used to having here in the states. The room temperature didn't bother me. I think I just liked or enjoyed the red ale a lot more than my beer. The atmosphere inside is really cool. Reminds me what a pub would look like in the UK somewhere. We were caught by the place in the back called the Snug. We went in the back to enjoy our beers and get some photos. Had asked someone to help us take a photo. The Snug we learned is a place where people rent out for special events. It has a nice outlook in the back of the yard overlooking the lake. I highly recommend stopping here, it was a good stop.“

“We went here on a whim and were pleasantly surprised. Unsurprisingly, it has a racing theme, but surprisingly, it also had live music this Friday night. The place was a little loud, but it was hopping, so that's to be expected. By the number of locals there enjoying themselves, we knew we had picked a good spot to eat and drink. The service was friendly, the locals were friendly, the food was good, overall an enjoyable time. We'll be back .Parking: Only a few spots in their lot for the many folks there. You might have to walk a bit (a block?) to get there, but it's worth it.“

“This place is awesome! Great food, awesome view, friendly staff, and just good vibes all around. You can sit near the water and the staff will bring you your food. Their margaritas were fantastic! Also their wing breading is gluten free (rice flour) just a plus on my end. They also offer koozies to buy because, most of their domestic beers are served in ice cold aluminum bottles so the koozies definitely come in handy! Highly recommend!!!!“