Graft wine + cider bar

Ok so here's the deal save room for dessert. We sat at the bar and enjoyed getting to talk with our server. The 30 day dry aged steak was worth every penny! The smash burger was also fantastic. The atmosphere is elevated casual - high end but relaxed. You can tell there is a lot of pride that goes into maintaining a welcoming spirit while inviting guests to try something new. We're excited to come here again!

Dietary restrictions: They were very accommodating and knowledgeable about keeping food gluten free for me

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Raspberry Chocolate Terrine

The food is absolutely amazing! We booked a larger group for dinner at this restaurant while we were in town for a conference. They were very accommodating, even with the chore of separate checks. Everyone in our group was very happy!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had a great anniversary meal here. They had a special empanada which was unreal and the salad was delicious with chevre.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We were glad that we found this modern restaurant in Watkins Glen. Food were excellent using local ingredients and same to the wines. It was busy night but we didn't wait too long for the dishes.

Servers were friendly and checking with us to ensure everything were satisfied.

We tried the dessert and they were perfect.

Stronger recommend this restaurant!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had this place recommended to us and it was a perfect little gem of a find. Great food, wine and atmosphere. Would highly recommend for a special meal.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Dry Aged Steak with Twice Baked Potato

An upscale wine/beer restaurant on the main street close to the lake. A little pricey and the service could have been quicker after we sat down, we felt ignored for a little while, but then it was fine. It was our first time here, so we don’t know what the other choices are, but I suspect this is one of, or perhaps the best place(s) in town for a higher-end dining experience.

Vegetarian options: The tofu dish looked great, but we did not get it.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Excellent food and service all around! Local cheese and warm sourdough are a great way to start. Scallop and empanada appetizers both simply delicious! Green salad is massive and heart, and duck magret is a savory and perfectly-prepared must-try! Rosemary chocolate terrine for dessert is unique, especially that candied rosemary, but the almond coffee cake tops it - absolutely decadent and incredible, another must-try!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Scallops, Cheese Plate

Disappointed in the quality of service for the price of the food. After recommending a $22 glass of wine and most of the specials, the wait staff never came back to check in on me once through the entirety of my time dining. A water refill, and a fresh set of silverware would’ve been greatly appreciated, but this unfortunately was terrible service for the quality of restaurant that I think that they are trying to evoke.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 2

Recommended dishes: Scallops

My fiancé and I stopped in here on our trip to the Finger Lakes. We discovered it because it was rated as a safe option for people with celiac disease and can’t have gluten. The restaurant was packed- a great sign- but we were seated quickly. All the food is farm to table, so although the menu is not expansive, every option is clearly well thought out and all sounded delicious. We started with the salad. It was fresh and light, but a little plain and would’ve probably tried another starter. For the main, we both tried the Duck Special. We were both blown away- the duck was perfectly cooked, and the combination of the seasoned crispy duck skin with the jam was heavenly. It was probably one of the best presentations of duck I’ve had. To top it off, we tried their gluten free chocolate dessert- if you love chocolate this is a must try. It was a rich chocolate rosemary terrine with a light whipped cream, candied rosemary, and fresh sweet tart raspberries to cut through the heaviness. Divine! If you’re in the area, definitely give Graft a try. I’ll definitely be coming back to try more of the food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great service, loved Faye! Her suggestions on wine were perfect. Duck and scallops were amazing. Ribeye special was not good, some opportunities for improvement for the steak entrees. Otherwise other food and wine suggestions amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

This looked interesting from reviews and pictures, so we stopped here for dinner. It seems small inside, so not a lot of seating. We got the Nibbles olives, crackers and almonds, which was tasty. We both got the dry rubbed steak, which came with potatoes, corn on the cob chunks and a chipotle cream. The steak had a good flavor, but it was a bit fatty and tough. There was a caper salsa on the steak that was tasty. Corn and potatoes were good, but not special. The chipotle cream was tasty and added to the flavor of the steak. Overall it was a very pricy meal that was just okay. Hubby said for that price, they can afford to put backs on the chairs!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Olives Almonds & Crackers, Dry Aged Steak

GRAFT is a place I’d happily dine at every day if possible! The food and atmosphere are simply amazing, creating a perfect dining experience every time. As a local, my only wish is for a bit more changing of the menu to keep the options fresh. A must-visit for anyone looking for quality eats in a fantastic setting!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food is amazing. The best chicken I’ve had in ages and the scallops and mussels are delicious. Service is poor due to understaffing not ability. The waitresses are run ragged. The seats are unbeatable with no back making table seating awful. This could be remedied with a chair or two.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 3

I had Halibut Special that was outstanding with a beautiful presentation. My husband had the smashburger that was cooked to perfection. We shared scallops that were seared perfectly and delicious! The service was impeccable! Thank you Chef Orlando for a memorable meal!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was decent but portions were small for the price. They cheated out on simple and inexpensive sides like potatoes and corn where they served 2 fingerling potatoes cut in half and 4 1" slices of corn for a $55 steak platter.