We so enjoyed our New Year's Eve celebration and a great value for dinner and the party! Great staff!! Steak and shrimp dishes were cooked perfectly and well seasoned including the truffle fries! Tiramisu and Apple cobbler was just the right portion and delicious to top off the meal! Gratuity and a drink (Prosecco for me) included. At the party, chicken bites, meatballs, shrimp and pretzel bites were all tasty and unlimited! Enjoyed the Cranberry sparkling! DJ played nice variety of hits throughout the decades and after a few selections we all were dancing with a champagne toast and midnight countdown! We were suspect....but a Believer! Highly Recommend! Great time Great price! Great job Main Deck! We will definitely be back again!
Amanda Renae
We had our rehearsal dinner and, what was supposed to be, our welcome party here in September. The one person who said she was the main contact, Alexandra, did not respond to multiple emails, calls, messages from the start when I was trying to call to set menu, plan, etc. the few weeks before. It was so ridiculous that I was ready to start contacting other places to avoid doing everything the week before! I honestly wish I had….
Our dinner was good. Our waitress was the ONLY helpful, genuine person we encountered. The restaurant was not busy, yet she was left to handle our whole table of 20+ people by herself. She hustled and went above and beyond. It’s not her fault that the food took forever! Again- the restaurant was NOT busy at all, and it was 4pm.
Onto our “welcome party”….it was set for 6-8pm. I paid for trays of food to be put out, bottles of wine, and buckets of beers that I selected for our party to have. At 7pm, the food was not even out yet. When I approached Alexandra, who was my “main contact” all along, the food was finally brought out at 7:15. The cauliflower was total mush, the sliders were cold, on top of being put out over an hour late. People with our party actually were ordering and paying for food off of the menu!!! The beers I had chosen were not put out, neither were the wines. AGAIN, people from our party were buying their own bottles of wine and beers!!! Absolutely embarrassing! To have to pay for all of this at the end was such an insult.
In the weeks after, I called Main Deck manyyyyyy times, left many messages for Alexandra, and never received a call back, and she was miraculously never there to take a call. Avoiding doesn’t make something go away.
Having a convenient location near a hotel and being right on the water do not make up for the horrible service, lack of accountability, poor management, and bad attitudes. This was supposed to be a great start to a memorable, wonderful wedding weekend, and it was the worst experience ever! I cannot ever express the disgust and anger I hold for Alexandra and this place for making the night before our wedding such a horrible experience!
Sarayu
Food quality overall has gone down since we ate in July. Side dishes are bland and main menu can have more veggie options than just risotto.
Travis Niles
We had great tasty food and a charming server. The only problem is that apparently our server was the only server on duty, and no skill or professionalism can make up for being desperately understaffed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
Diann
I haven't been to Main Deck in over a year because I was not satisfied with food. I decided to try again hearing that they have a new chef. The menu was more varied for Brunch and the food was excellent. I asked to see the dinner menu and by the looks of it I am sure to return soon.
Marnie
Went for a Keuka spring wine pairing dinner. It was wonderful. Will do more pairing dinners for sure food was amazing and staff were super attentive.
arbaz ali
Great place
Bill
The new menu at Main deck was fantastic! The cheese biscuits delicious, I had the shrimp bucatini and my husband had the scallops. My husband said the scallops were the best he ever had and I would say the same for the Shrimp Bucatini! Delicious! We will go back!
Anthony Martino
✨ MAIN DECK – PENN YAN, NY ✨ An experience far beyond 5 stars
This past Saturday, Kim and I had the absolute pleasure of dining at Main Deck in Penn Yan, and from the moment we walked in, we knew we had stepped into something special.
The atmosphere alone is breathtaking — warm wood tones, lake views, stunning decor, and a bar that looks like a piece of art. Everything feels intentional… welcoming… elevated. It’s one of those places where you instantly feel relaxed and taken care of.
But what truly made our visit unforgettable was our server, Kayla.
Kayla wasn’t just excellent — she was exceptional. Friendly, professional, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable, she carried herself with a level of grace and care that you rarely see. She made us feel like we were her only table, even though the restaurant was busy. Every detail mattered to her, every question answered with genuine enthusiasm. She turned a great meal into a meaningful experience.
And the food? Absolutely phenomenal. Perfectly cooked, beautifully plated, full of flavor — from the French onion soup to the burger, everything was prepared with obvious pride and craftsmanship. Not a single detail missed.
It wasn’t just a meal — it was an experience. The kind that stays with you long after you leave.
Main Deck is truly above 5 stars, and Kayla deserves every bit of recognition for the incredible work she does. We can’t wait to return — and if you’re anywhere near Penn Yan, treat yourself. You won’t just eat well… you’ll feel welcomed, appreciated, and right at home.
🙏❤️ A huge thank you to Kayla and the entire Main Deck team for making our Saturday something special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda Munley
We had our rehearsal dinner and, what was supposed to be, our welcome party here in September. The one person who said she was the main contact, Alexandra, did not respond to multiple emails, calls, messages from the start when I was trying to call to set menu, plan, etc. the few weeks before. It was so ridiculous that I was ready to start contacting other places to avoid doing everything the week before! I honestly wish I had…. Our dinner was good. Our waitress was the ONLY helpful, genuine person we encountered. The restaurant was not busy, yet she was left to handle our whole table of 20+ people by herself. She hustled and went above and beyond. It’s not her fault that the food took forever! Again- the restaurant was NOT busy at all, and it was 4pm. Onto our “welcome party”….it was set for 6-8pm. I paid for trays of food to be put out, bottles of wine, and buckets of beers that I selected for our party to have. At 7pm, the food was not even out yet. When I approached Alexandra, who was my “main contact” all along, the food was finally brought out at 7:15. The cauliflower was total mush, the sliders were cold, on top of being put out over an hour late. People with our party actually were ordering and paying for food off of the menu!!! The beers I had chosen were not put out, neither were the wines. AGAIN, people from our party were buying their own bottles of wine and beers!!! Absolutely embarrassing! To have to pay for all of this at the end was such an insult. In the weeks after, I called Main Deck manyyyyyy times, left many messages for Alexandra, and never received a call back, and she was miraculously never there to take a call. Avoiding doesn’t make something go away. Having a convenient location near a hotel and being right on the water do not make up for the horrible service, lack of accountability, poor management, and bad attitudes. This was supposed to be a great start to a memorable, wonderful wedding weekend, and it was the worst experience ever! I cannot ever express the disgust and anger I hold for Alexandra and this place for making the night before our wedding such a horrible experience!
The food and the view were great. Also loved the tribute to Penn Yan Boats. I would recommend visiting and will likely return again in the future.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Burak Erdinc
This is a beautiful restaurant with an amazing view of Keuka Lake. The service was great, and the food was absolutely delicious. I tried several appetizers along with the sea scallops, salmon, and short ribs — my favorite was the short ribs. We also tried the Maple Cheesecake and the Pumpkin Spiced Crème Brûlée, and both desserts were excellent. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Ann Holcomb
Had lunch there Nov. 8.Their new menu was very limited. the deviled eggs were soooo spicy we left them. Certainly nothing like what it was over a year ago when I visited.
Bruce English
We had a delicious lunch and were impressed with the selection of draught beers. Our bartender was friendly and helpful. The interior is bright and cheerful, rich in nautical themed decore. Great views across Keuka Lake and along shoreline.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff
Sunday evening dinner after a visit to three Keuka Lake wineries. The biscuits were a delectable starter. The short rib was tender and delicious as was my wife's chicken entree. The s'more and apple fritters for dessert were a nice finish to the meal. Fantastic, friendly service from Matt. The restaurant offers a nice selection of wines by the glass, draft beers along with a full bar. Look forward to dining here again soon.
We so enjoyed our New Year's Eve celebration and a great value for dinner and the party! Great staff!! Steak and shrimp dishes were cooked perfectly and well seasoned including the truffle fries! Tiramisu and Apple cobbler was just the right portion and delicious to top off the meal! Gratuity and a drink (Prosecco for me) included. At the party, chicken bites, meatballs, shrimp and pretzel bites were all tasty and unlimited! Enjoyed the Cranberry sparkling! DJ played nice variety of hits throughout the decades and after a few selections we all were dancing with a champagne toast and midnight countdown! We were suspect....but a Believer! Highly Recommend! Great time Great price! Great job Main Deck! We will definitely be back again!
We had our rehearsal dinner and, what was supposed to be, our welcome party here in September. The one person who said she was the main contact, Alexandra, did not respond to multiple emails, calls, messages from the start when I was trying to call to set menu, plan, etc. the few weeks before. It was so ridiculous that I was ready to start contacting other places to avoid doing everything the week before! I honestly wish I had…. Our dinner was good. Our waitress was the ONLY helpful, genuine person we encountered. The restaurant was not busy, yet she was left to handle our whole table of 20+ people by herself. She hustled and went above and beyond. It’s not her fault that the food took forever! Again- the restaurant was NOT busy at all, and it was 4pm. Onto our “welcome party”….it was set for 6-8pm. I paid for trays of food to be put out, bottles of wine, and buckets of beers that I selected for our party to have. At 7pm, the food was not even out yet. When I approached Alexandra, who was my “main contact” all along, the food was finally brought out at 7:15. The cauliflower was total mush, the sliders were cold, on top of being put out over an hour late. People with our party actually were ordering and paying for food off of the menu!!! The beers I had chosen were not put out, neither were the wines. AGAIN, people from our party were buying their own bottles of wine and beers!!! Absolutely embarrassing! To have to pay for all of this at the end was such an insult. In the weeks after, I called Main Deck manyyyyyy times, left many messages for Alexandra, and never received a call back, and she was miraculously never there to take a call. Avoiding doesn’t make something go away. Having a convenient location near a hotel and being right on the water do not make up for the horrible service, lack of accountability, poor management, and bad attitudes. This was supposed to be a great start to a memorable, wonderful wedding weekend, and it was the worst experience ever! I cannot ever express the disgust and anger I hold for Alexandra and this place for making the night before our wedding such a horrible experience!
Food quality overall has gone down since we ate in July. Side dishes are bland and main menu can have more veggie options than just risotto.
We had great tasty food and a charming server. The only problem is that apparently our server was the only server on duty, and no skill or professionalism can make up for being desperately understaffed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
I haven't been to Main Deck in over a year because I was not satisfied with food. I decided to try again hearing that they have a new chef. The menu was more varied for Brunch and the food was excellent. I asked to see the dinner menu and by the looks of it I am sure to return soon.
Went for a Keuka spring wine pairing dinner. It was wonderful. Will do more pairing dinners for sure food was amazing and staff were super attentive.
Great place
The new menu at Main deck was fantastic! The cheese biscuits delicious, I had the shrimp bucatini and my husband had the scallops. My husband said the scallops were the best he ever had and I would say the same for the Shrimp Bucatini! Delicious! We will go back!
✨ MAIN DECK – PENN YAN, NY ✨
An experience far beyond 5 stars
This past Saturday, Kim and I had the absolute pleasure of dining at Main Deck in Penn Yan, and from the moment we walked in, we knew we had stepped into something special.
The atmosphere alone is breathtaking — warm wood tones, lake views, stunning decor, and a bar that looks like a piece of art. Everything feels intentional… welcoming… elevated. It’s one of those places where you instantly feel relaxed and taken care of.
But what truly made our visit unforgettable was our server, Kayla.
Kayla wasn’t just excellent — she was exceptional.
Friendly, professional, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable, she carried herself with a level of grace and care that you rarely see. She made us feel like we were her only table, even though the restaurant was busy. Every detail mattered to her, every question answered with genuine enthusiasm. She turned a great meal into a meaningful experience.
And the food?
Absolutely phenomenal. Perfectly cooked, beautifully plated, full of flavor — from the French onion soup to the burger, everything was prepared with obvious pride and craftsmanship. Not a single detail missed.
It wasn’t just a meal — it was an experience.
The kind that stays with you long after you leave.
Main Deck is truly above 5 stars, and Kayla deserves every bit of recognition for the incredible work she does.
We can’t wait to return — and if you’re anywhere near Penn Yan, treat yourself. You won’t just eat well… you’ll feel welcomed, appreciated, and right at home.
🙏❤️ A huge thank you to Kayla and the entire Main Deck team for making our Saturday something special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had our rehearsal dinner and, what was supposed to be, our welcome party here in September. The one person who said she was the main contact, Alexandra, did not respond to multiple emails, calls, messages from the start when I was trying to call to set menu, plan, etc. the few weeks before. It was so ridiculous that I was ready to start contacting other places to avoid doing everything the week before! I honestly wish I had….
Our dinner was good. Our waitress was the ONLY helpful, genuine person we encountered. The restaurant was not busy, yet she was left to handle our whole table of 20+ people by herself. She hustled and went above and beyond. It’s not her fault that the food took forever! Again- the restaurant was NOT busy at all, and it was 4pm.
Onto our “welcome party”….it was set for 6-8pm. I paid for trays of food to be put out, bottles of wine, and buckets of beers that I selected for our party to have. At 7pm, the food was not even out yet. When I approached Alexandra, who was my “main contact” all along, the food was finally brought out at 7:15. The cauliflower was total mush, the sliders were cold, on top of being put out over an hour late. People with our party actually were ordering and paying for food off of the menu!!! The beers I had chosen were not put out, neither were the wines. AGAIN, people from our party were buying their own bottles of wine and beers!!! Absolutely embarrassing! To have to pay for all of this at the end was such an insult.
In the weeks after, I called Main Deck manyyyyyy times, left many messages for Alexandra, and never received a call back, and she was miraculously never there to take a call. Avoiding doesn’t make something go away.
Having a convenient location near a hotel and being right on the water do not make up for the horrible service, lack of accountability, poor management, and bad attitudes. This was supposed to be a great start to a memorable, wonderful wedding weekend, and it was the worst experience ever! I cannot ever express the disgust and anger I hold for Alexandra and this place for making the night before our wedding such a horrible experience!
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
The food and the view were great. Also loved the tribute to Penn Yan Boats. I would recommend visiting and will likely return again in the future.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a beautiful restaurant with an amazing view of Keuka Lake. The service was great, and the food was absolutely delicious. I tried several appetizers along with the sea scallops, salmon, and short ribs — my favorite was the short ribs. We also tried the Maple Cheesecake and the Pumpkin Spiced Crème Brûlée, and both desserts were excellent. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had lunch there Nov. 8.Their new menu was very limited. the deviled eggs were soooo spicy we left them. Certainly nothing like what it was over a year ago when I visited.
We had a delicious lunch and were impressed with the selection of draught beers. Our bartender was friendly and helpful.
The interior is bright and cheerful, rich in nautical themed decore.
Great views across Keuka Lake and along shoreline.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sunday evening dinner after a visit to three Keuka Lake wineries. The biscuits were a delectable starter. The short rib was tender and delicious as was my wife's chicken entree. The s'more and apple fritters for dessert were a nice finish to the meal. Fantastic, friendly service from Matt. The restaurant offers a nice selection of wines by the glass, draft beers along with a full bar. Look forward to dining here again soon.
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