Restaurants in Utica

“I brought my family to Rooster’s last weekend and we had an incredible experience. The smash burgers are tasty, but the best part about the place is the owner and his staff. They took the time to make sure our kids had what they needed to be comfortable and happy. Lots of smiles and good conversations, we will definitely be going back here on future Utica visits!!!”

“Tech house, open format, EDM, house, great cocktails, delicious small plates and an effortlessly lovely staff.”

“In sporting vernacular: grand slam, eagle, bullseye!! The planning for my 50th birthday party started with Motus months prior. The details of the menu, signature cocktail, embellishments and affordable pricing were as smooth as silk. The follow up meetings were effective and brief. Every detail was accommodated in style and with class. When Alicia said not to worry, they will handle everything, I left it in their capable hands and didn’t give it another thought. The event of about 30 family and dear friends was an astounding and resounding success. One word: Delicious! The presentation was wonderful. The service was timely, accurate, professional, and nearly invisible throughout the evening. Everyone is still raving about the menu variety, service, and the General sumptuousness of the event. This was the best choice. Alicia, you are wonderful!! We are still on cloud 9. This one review represents 28 rave accolades and approvals. Job well done!”

“AMAZING. cappuccino - 10 Cannoli - 10 Truly outstanding.”

“Dined in for lunch, very hospitable staff. We sampled coffee, the chicken shawarma with rice and salad was excellent with a meal left over. Layla brought us some delicious baklava!”

“Amazing, simple delicious coffee!!”

“The food tasted absolutely amazing homemade taste. Which also means the wait is alittle long but trust me it's worth the wait. The service was amazing constantly doing refills and bringing out fresh bread so good!”

“Absolutely recommend tailor and the cook to anyone awesome staff drinks food amazing We will definitely be back ❤️❤️🍷🍷”

“Always great energy and always great service. And great deals!”

“Today was my first day at Sazon Franks and all I have to say is, the food was delicious. The service was excellent. It’s like going to your mom’s house to eat. Will definitely be going back.”

“Stopped in for lunch, the guy at the counter was super friendly, my food was ready in 10 minutes. And to say it was delicious is an understatement. Definitely going back to try some more!”

“Hidden gem! Delicious food & great service. Choices are endless, they work around your eating restrictions that you may have and provide you with suggestions. Owner is friendly and wants you to feel welcome which is very appreciating. Will be back and recommend it to everyone!”

“Love this place!!Another fine tuesday meal at Joes!Thank you all!!!”

“0 stars! I stopped in and I swear there was a teenage girl hanging out with a bunch guys there, she remained there with who I was told is the head chef. It's absolutely disgusting to see such a young kid surrounded by men who are in their 30s and some looked older than that. I haven't gone back since and I never will.”

“We ordered the trays for Christmas Eve everything was excellent”

“The service here was above and beyond. We had one of the most special nights celebrating as a family here. The bartender (Anthea) made custom drinks for us based on our favorite memory. It was something we’ll never experience again.”

“Dinner and show date night with hubby. We wanted something close to the Stanley so we didn’t have to look for parking and that wasn’t far away. Couldn’t get much closer than right next door. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. From the appetizers to the entree, the food was amazing and perfectly cooked. Our waiter Paul was very attentive and prompt, price very reasonable for drinks, appetizers and dinner. Highly recommend.”

“The coffee selections are so good! I am a decaf coffee drinker now…my cardiologist said no more caffeine. The decaf coffee options are the best that I have found! They all have wonderful flavor. I’m a huge fan!”

“Drove 2 hours for lunch.. best riggies I’ve ever had I will be going back 5 Stars”

“I found this wonderful little spot in Utica today and it was the most amazing experience I’ve had in a while. The service was wonderful. Two amazingly sweet women conversed with me and even recommended a delightful bakery across the street. I took a good while to stare at the menu as I don’t have much exposure to Dominican food and it was hard to narrow down what delicacy to choose. I ended up ordering the Pernil, the pescado frito, and beef empanadas. It was DIVINE! Each dish was cook to perfection and filled with so much flavor! I will definitely be back.”

“Love the service, the staff, the food, the view!”

“The service was superb. The owner was super accommodating to my wife who has stomach issues. His service went far and above any service we have received in the city of Utica and the surrounding area.”

“This is our go to place for special occasions or when we want to treat ourselves. The food is always great. Everything is homemade. The service is impeccable as well. Whether you want a steak or classic Italian dinner this is one of the best places in town.”

“A great place to grab a bite. I recommend the sports bar portion of the restaurant. Always have good service over there and never a complaint about the food. They even made my steak just the way I like it. Highly recommend.”

“The food, the Staff and management were all great! I highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

“Stopped in here after the Boilermaker expo. We were very happy with the food and service. The Philly was really great and so was the pizza. We will definitely be back next year. Highly recommend a stop here if you’re in the area.”

“The food was amazing. Our waitress was really nice and attentive. One of our new favorite restaurants.”

“Food is amazing! Atmosphere is a bit noisy, but not unmanageable for someone with hearing problems. I can't say enough for the food. Never have I had cauliflower or Brussels sprouts so good! The blackened Ahi tuna is unbelievable.”

“Don't remember the name but soemthing called singapore noodles was amazing. I had it 11 years ago but leaving a review now as back then I wasn't a reviewer on google.”

“Made an order for delivery. My order was general gso chicken combo, bourbon chicken combo with lo mein noodles both combos had broccoli added for am extra $1 each. Then I got an order of fried pork wontons. First they never put broccoli in the bourbon chicken combo, the egg rolls where old as well as the wonton. The wonton seemed as if they were just reheated and old. Then while eating my hushed finds a bone in his chicken. Disappointed in that because had he took a bite with the bone in it he could've broke a tooth or choked on it. I never usually have any issues with this restaurant they're usually very good, but this time a little disappointing. Although there were a couple of issues with the order, no1. Chinese made it right with me and I am satisfied with their customer service. Very polite and glad they made it right! I will definitely be ordering from them again real soon! Thank you no1. Chinese.”

“What an absolutely delightful experience going into this charming shop on our stay in Utica! We were drawn in by the reviews, and quickly saw it was well deserved, the service was amazing, the young men working there delightful, and unique offerings for very reasonable prices. Going back again today.”

“Great food, service and place to enjoy it - at reasonable prices. Always looking forward to the next visit.”

“Robin and Garrett have created a warm, inviting, and inclusive atmosphere for all. They offer salads, sandwiches, soups and other delicious fares. The Tram is much more than a coffeehouse, but all their variety of coffee offerings would make any barista proud. Please support The Tram and help local businesses in the Utica area thrive. You won’t be disappointed with the Tram.”

“Food was so delicious, great atmosphere and awesome customer service! Those girls work hard!!”

“the gyro was excellent and the prices were nice,wouldve paid double anywhere else.highly recommend”

“I got the best pizza! My neighbor got gluten free, extra cheese garlic and she said it was the best! My mom and I got dairy free cheese and it was the best! The kids said that it was the best also! Our favorite pizza place!”

“Subs are great, fresh, and great portions. Excellent customer service! I just found my new lunch spot 😊”

“I ordered a tray of chicken francaise and hats/broccoli for an 85th birthday party, the chicken was amazing as was the pasta. I highly recommend Rosa’s for your catering needs! Thank you to Rosa’s!”

“The best Filet steak sandwich around!!!! Also love their Chicken Daniele!”

“I ordered lamb fahsa, a hearty lamb stew, and it was delicious, deeply flavorful but not spicy. The young man running the restaurant was delightful. We will definitely be back.”

“Everytime I come here I get amazing consistency in product I love love love the cannoli cookie it always is perfect snd soft and fluffy and the cookie is soft and delicious honestly the best cookie recipe I’ve ever had in my life. The cannoli part is always such a delight. The other morning somehow the ones I bought had a harder cookie than usual and the cannoli parts were very odd. Not fluffy, harder than usual to the point I almost went back for new ones but there were only a few in the case so I just sucked it up that day. Kind of tasted like it’s been in the fridge all night and was not fresh. I highly recommend any of their cannoli and cookie products , lemon/chocolate meatballs are amazing, almond cookies are to die for.”

“Everyhing I've tried here, cookies, donuts, donoli, they're all delicious, at a great price, and served with a smile!”

“I live in NC these days but whenever I’m here a dinner at The Willows is mandatory. Not only is the food exceptional but the staff is great.”

“My family ate at Venturas on Tuesday; my husband ordered the steak which I was seriously so impressed with that I just had to drive back there tonight to get a takeout NY strip for me (I did share with my husband too). AGAIN, very impressed! Perfect seasoning and tenderness which i have not had since eating at a Ruth Chris in FL! I love their bread with the Pesto in the oil! Nice touch. Thank you”

“Amazing staff amazing coffee really great vibes”

“Great locals place! Lots of draft beers, as well as cans & bottles. Inventive sandwiches & food, with an absolutely awesome roast beef sandwich! Best part of it all, the owner & staff are knowledgeable & friendly! Looking forward to coming back again…”

“Great food! My friend and I had tacos and a quesadilla platter and it was everything I hoped for and more…authentic, delicious and plentiful!”

“My kids & I were there for lunch today. The food was great.”

“Friendly staff and awesome food. Luv this place.”

“Everything we got was delicious and the prices are amazing!”

“Perfect evening. Friendly staff.”

“Delicious food! I order every other week at work and everyone is very happy with quality of the food.”

“Our whimsical wedding cake and Halloween cupcakes were exactly what we pictured! I provided Alyssa with a few inspiration photos and she did not disappoint. Love the wide selection of flavors, we chose oreo for our cake and it was super yummy! Would highly recommend for custom cakes for any event. Thank you!!”

“Food tastes great but the place is filthy and it's a scary scene. Not for everyone. I might of got sick here once so I stopped coming, I forget. I think it could of been because I came early I think I was the first breakfast cooked so whatever got on the grill the night before could of did it to me. They definitely need to do deep cleaning once a week at least. I mean deep down in the cracks of the floor and everywhere. I noticed stuff like this pretty well because I'm very observant. I love the Italian theme and all, it's sad this place isn't cleaner. I would come all the time. They could make the place bigger too.”

“Michele and her team are lovely people who make delicious baked goods. Stop in for a caffeine fix or a sweet treat, you'll be glad you did!”

“Frankie and staff ; I can’t thank yous all enough for the amazing food we had catered by the hub for our family Christmas Eve dinner!! food was beyond amazing along with amazing size portions. Thanks for doing so much work and letting me not have a worry in the world and it allowed me to enjoy my family, specially my grand kids. This was the first time I’ve ever dared to order out on a holiday so again thank you Frankie from the bottom of my heart!! You as well are nothing short of amazing!! Sincerely Rosalie 🤗”

“Nice place the have the best ice cream at Utica Ny”

“Five Points offers the perfect blend of vibrant energy, delicious cuisine, and top-tier hospitality. We've worked with Dan and the Five Points team on multiple events - each time has been effortless and fun. Dan is responsive, attentive, and truly dedicated to making each celebration feel personalized and stress-free. Whether you’re hosting a private event or just grabbing dinner with friends, Five Points nails it every time😍✨”

“I LOVE THEIR FOOOOODDDDD!!! I order the Bang Bang crab, ALL THE TIME with extra sauce! I don’t know what’s in that sauce, BUT HUNTIEEEE👌🏾 I’m about to order two of the crabs(and it’s soft shell crab), shrimp roll and spring rolls!!! They NEVER disappoint!!”

“My mom, my sister, my brother, his wife and daughter and my wife and I were looking for a good place for dinner last night and I suggested Gerber's. The last time that my wife and I had been there was pre-pandemic, so it had been awhile. We had a great dinner and incredible service from Joe. Mark, the owner, was gracious and welcoming and his food was excellent. It was a relaxing evening spent in this quaint, local landmark. Great atmosphere and excellent beer selection. We'll be back. Thanks Mark. You continue to do a wonderful job!”

“Thank you jay and the rest of staff in Washington mills. Every time I come back to ny from nc I have to get the good stuff …. I may have left my tomato pie but I sure got lots goodies see you in 6 months”

“Generally had a great experience here going with my wife and dog but certain bartenders are extremely unprofessional and you see a clear lack of hospitality.

Edit: Increasing my ratings after I went back here a couple of times. The whole experience was much nicer and it's been a pleasant change.”

“When ever I am in Utica for work I stop in for some great food, drinks and a great time The wings and chicken sandwich are amazing I will be back ………l.”

“GREAT pizza and huge wings...SO reasonably priced...AND they have a drive thru!!! HIGHLY recommend... this is our go to pizza place from now on!!!”

“I hadn't stepped foot in this building in nearly a decade and was surprised to see it hadn't changed a bit... In a good way!

Still quirky, still fun, and just the right amount of busy.”

“I have eaten their food for years! Always a worthy stop. The best Tomato Pie.”

“Shout out to Jordan for excellent service on this very cold day! Such a sweet person and she made my son’s day with some superhero ice cream to go! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Nothing better than a solid diner on a Sunday afternoon. This place was busy. Sign said to take a seat even if it's dirty, so we did.The wait staff was great keeping up with the crowd. They came over and cleaned took our order and breezed out. I ordered the Giambotte because I have never heard of this dish before. Big plate of chopped up potatoes sausage, onions, eggs and cheese. I was so full afterwards I waddled out of the place. She got the eggs, bacon and toast. We were both very happy and full. Enjoy”

“My first time going to this place! Loved the atmosphere, it was 10:30am and there was already a crowd! They had the Royal Ascot playing on several televisions. The people and owner were awesome and very friendly! Can't wait to go back.”

“Love This Bar !!!!”

“I met my girlfriend here!”

“amazing meat and prepared meals and soups great for that fast dinner. kind and friendly people when you visit makes you feel at home”

“Great people, great food!”

“Delicious bagel .. great place to stop, you definitely don't wanna miss. We did the breakfast bagel and the chicken salad bagel. Also my husband said the coffee was the best tooo!”

“On our first visit, we came away with bulk, grated cheese and a large pepperoni stick. Delicious and reasonably priced. We were visiting family in the area and we will expect a cart full of goods from this place when they visit us.”

“I got the best pizza! My neighbor got gluten free, extra cheese garlic and she said it was the best! My mom and I got dairy free cheese and it was the best! The kids said that it was the best also! Our favorite pizza place!”

“The best bagels ever, so glad they moved to their new location! They are perfection!!!”

“What happened to this restaurant? It was our favorite for years, but we have been treated rudely by the same waitress repeatedly. We feel it is not an option to go back because we are sick of the disrespect.”

“Hidden gem! Delicious food & great service. Choices are endless, they work around your eating restrictions that you may have and provide you with suggestions. Owner is friendly and wants you to feel welcome which is very appreciating. Will be back and recommend it to everyone!”

“Classy Cakes baked my granddaughter"s graduation cake, The cake was delicious and beautifully decorated. This is a Classy baker!!”

“Great pizza but wish their hours were earlier than 4:00. Often times I order somewhere else because I just want to get home especially on a Friday night.”

“The collard greens ... chef's kiss!”

“I could not beleave my eye to find all the great stuff this store has got at all time in one spot and the work 100% grand A. In my Box”

“Amazing, simple delicious coffee!!”

“My kids & I were there for lunch today. The food was great.”

“Chance is a great guy! Trying to make a go of it! The food is excellent! Portions are good! The brisket, cornbread & salt potatoes were enough! Will definitely go back!!”

“I ordered lamb fahsa, a hearty lamb stew, and it was delicious, deeply flavorful but not spicy. The young man running the restaurant was delightful. We will definitely be back.”

“Excellent sandwiches and other menu selections. Great atmosphere to meet up with friends. Cons: Food technicians are wearing disposable gloves but fail to change them between customers. Also they are touching their faces, noses one was sniffling like she had a bad cold but blamed it on allergies. And they are not wearing masks while talking not only to customers which is normal but with each other and in this day of RSV FLU SEASON more care needs to be taken when prepping food.”

“Food is amazing! Atmosphere is a bit noisy, but not unmanageable for someone with hearing problems. I can't say enough for the food. Never have I had cauliflower or Brussels sprouts so good! The blackened Ahi tuna is unbelievable.”

“I brought my family to Rooster’s last weekend and we had an incredible experience. The smash burgers are tasty, but the best part about the place is the owner and his staff. They took the time to make sure our kids had what they needed to be comfortable and happy. Lots of smiles and good conversations, we will definitely be going back here on future Utica visits!!!”

“I had a really good experience with my friends. We had a few small pizzas and fried fish sandwich. I personally had a Mozzarella and Pepperoni pizza. It tasted pretty good. I recommend this place for the large selection of food they had.”

“The food was amazing. Our waitress was really nice and attentive. One of our new favorite restaurants.”

“Centro Bus dropped me at 9:25 and picked me back up at 9:55 and I was able to get 2 Mucho Adios Margaritas and my Happy Hour Hot Boneless Saucy with Extra Blue Cheese, eat some, get my Togo box, take pictures of the memorabilia (I’m an AppleBuddy and a Travel Blogger!) AND have a great chat with bartender Kori B from Old Forge who was enlisting the next day, thank you so much for your service! Thank you Applebees for supporting Veterans! And Bonus they had AEW Wrestling on at the bar, clutch 🤘

Classic Applebees Carousel Glass by the bathroom gets me every time!

There was a Snoop & Dre S.T.I.L.L. G.I.N. In my drink too, yayay

Peep the Martini Polo, 🎶I’m a Classic Man 🎶

Best 30 Minutes in Utica!

PS Bus Pickup at Walmart Pickup 😉
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“the gyro was excellent and the prices were nice,wouldve paid double anywhere else.highly recommend”

“My kids & I were there for lunch today. The food was great.”

“I got the best pizza! My neighbor got gluten free, extra cheese garlic and she said it was the best! My mom and I got dairy free cheese and it was the best! The kids said that it was the best also! Our favorite pizza place!”

“Good wing’s definitely worth the price! ❤️❤️❤️”

“My husband grew up in Utica and we were in town visiting his family, my first visit to this city. I'm born and raised in Boston. I was a little skeptical at first. Boston has a very good reputation for quality pizza in our North End section. I must say this pizza is 5 star award winning pizza in my book! Love the thin crust!

I'd like to thank the staff for their proffesionalism on what was a hot and muggy day as well. Your food and people are fantastic and I wish you all the success in the world. Your pizza isn't good for Utica its good anywhere. Many Thanks, Melissa.”

“The coffee selections are so good! I am a decaf coffee drinker now…my cardiologist said no more caffeine. The decaf coffee options are the best that I have found! They all have wonderful flavor. I’m a huge fan!”

“We ordered Grubhub this morning and it did not disappoint. Great serving size for the kids meal. Bacon was cooked to perfection. Pancakes were delicious. We will try dining in next time!”

“Had a nice meal with my daughter today. Our server, Jason R was fantastic. Start to finish went above and beyond for us. The food was very good as well. Thank you!”

“What an absolutely delightful experience going into this charming shop on our stay in Utica! We were drawn in by the reviews, and quickly saw it was well deserved, the service was amazing, the young men working there delightful, and unique offerings for very reasonable prices. Going back again today.”

“Stopped in for lunch, the guy at the counter was super friendly, my food was ready in 10 minutes. And to say it was delicious is an understatement. Definitely going back to try some more!”

“Excellent food and service! One of our favorite places to go!”

“First time coming here. The Chicken over rice with the white and red sauce was phenomenal as was the Carnivore Chicken. Prices are good and the portion was big. I had lunch and dinner. It was a big order which I ordered there so I didn’t mind the 15 minute wait time since everything is made to order fresh. Will definitely be back.”

“Ordered items on DoorDash, one of the cashiers called and verified some items that were out of stock with professional customer service. The cashier was very kind and respectful.”

“You could not ask for a better local business to support than this one! Obviously everything there is delicious, we try something new everytime we go. What I love most though is the wonderful service, you don't feel like you're going into some bakeshop where you're just a customer, it feels like you're walking in and you're family. We always see the same nice lady and she is just so real and so patient while our kids pick out what they want! We love it ❤️”

“I recently visited Utica Finest Deli, and it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming atmosphere.

The deli offers a fantastic selection of fresh sandwiches, salads, and specialty items. I tried their chop cheese, and it was absolutely delicious!

It's clear that Utica Finest Deli takes pride in what they serve. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or catering for an event, this place has got you covered.

Overall, I highly recommend Utica Finest Deli to anyone in the area. Go get them chop cheese”

“Owner was so sweet and accommodating. Everything was fresh and there are so many healthy options for you to choose from. I got a smoothie with açaí berries and the price was very fair for the size I got. I will definitely come back here again to get my juice and smoothie fix.”

“Discovered this place right before I moved to cuse, grew up in Utica and wish I knew of them before. They make the best pupusas my partner and I have had, we always stop by when in the area. They also have a ton of snacks, produce, and groceries! Its well worth the wait because the food is made fresh.”

“Taichi is amazing. With fresh ingredients, a wide variety of choices and always reliable, this will always be a favorite. All choices in their food are great, but I’m partial to the Ramen. The environment is very pretty and very clean. Every time we pass through we will always stop even if we aren’t hungry! 10/10 recommend.”

“AUTHENTIC NY PIZZA! This place has incredible pizza and great service in a no-nonsense setting. It’s all about the amazing food. As a native upstate New Yorker who has lived in Las Vegas the last 30 years this is the kind of place that makes you miss home. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!”