Nice atmosphere, excellent food, good service, and reasonable prices. We went with two other couples and all have the same comments. Highly recommend. read more

Had a wonderfull dinner with a friend; didn't have a reservation(recommended) but they managed to find room for us. And the food was fantastic read more

Very nice menu in a beautiful setting and our server couldn't have been nicer. There were 3 of us but we only shared 1 appetizer and it was big enough for 4 people. The delicious and different Walnuts over Gorgonzola with Balsamic was enjoyed by all. The entree's in descending order were: Chicken Francaise, Pork Au Poivre and Salmon over wild rice. All were very good with the chicken "the winner" of the evening. Each meal included a side salad. Beer and wine are available. Not sure of cocktails. Well worth another visit. Note: the website link from Yelp to the restaurant doesn't work. You'll end up looking maybe at a menu in California or who knows where. I told our server about the problem and she said she was going to pass it along to management. read more

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What an interesting place. Old building with history, I wish I knew it. No website or anywhere is the menu posted. You must have reservations. There are only three or so people working there, serving and cooking. Maybe ten tables, and they will only serve three or four at a time. Good food high quality food with reasonable costs. read more

Fantastic Holiday experience, the food was wonderful. The atmosphere was lovely too. Highly recommend read more

I have never had a less than delicious meal there! Great food and friendly staff. It's a little pricey but you get what you pay for. It's well worth it! read more

It's been 6 years since my first review of the Barstow House so here's an update as we just went there tonight. The food is just as fabulous, the Barstow House has a small cozy and inviting dining room and it's been a consistent, excellent dining experience over the years. I particularly enjoy the linguine dishes, the salad is great with the best Italian dressing ever and their garlic bread is to die for. A couple of things I've noticed lately; reservations are harder to get and the price is below comparable establishments. I'm even more impressed with the Barstow House than I was 6 years ago! read more

Best Italian restaurant you will find within an hour drive. Get this, I am the guy that doesn't even believe in buying Italian food typically. Get a box of Angel Hair and a jar of Prego and it's golden. I've always believed it all taste the same, but maaaaaan am I wrong. Barstow house is something out of this world. The establishment is classy, the staff is wonderful and the food is absolutely ridiculously delicious. 10/10 will go again. read more

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Food nicely presented. Tasty. Good wait staff. All in all a relaxing evening. Highly recommend.

Second time here. The fact we're returning says it all. We had early reservations the weekend after read more

Couldn't be seated - only like 8 people in the place. Not friendly either. Sad as it's historic.

Just passing through and we needed food. So, hit maps, Yelp, and Barstow House had a good name... exit 62, and 4 min off the highway. Perfect. Cute inside and out. Server was personable and accommodating. Entrée portions were nicely sized - like proper home cooked meals, with separate salads. Chicken parm was good, veal scaloppine was a bit too peppery, so was my chicken marsala, but we cleaned out our plates and enjoyed the quiet dining room (jazz playing in the background). 3 dinners: $75. read more

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A true hidden gem. Excellent menu with something for everyone. Our table thoroughly enjoyed the steak, veal, and chicken entrees. Flavorful, succulent, and tender meats all around. The stuffed pepper poppers and the Gorgonzola and walnuts added some heat and were great starters. A bit out of the way, but well worth the trip. Down the road from Tioga Downs. read more

Great ambiance, great service and great food! My ribeye steak with Dijon peppercorn sauce was amongst the best I've had, and I've been to wonderful steakhouses in CA including Mastros and Ruth Chris. Cooked and seasoned perfectly and I can't wait to go back! read more

Barstow House - Ribeye steak with Dijon peppercorn sauce. So good!! - Italian Near Me - Nichols, New York

I'm relatively new to the area and usually go to Sayre or Owego for good food. Went in this week on a whim. Glad I did. The service and food were top notch. Get the House garlic bread with mozzarella and onion, and be prepared to take the rest home!! It's a 14" or so load of happiness!!! Also had the chicken over linguine Alfredo. Excellent. Will definitely be back. read more

Barstow House - House cheese garlic bread! - Italian Near Me - Nichols, New York

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Just had dinner here. This place is off the charts. Excellent times 10. The orange cheesecake is a must have for desert. Very fairly priced. Will definitely be back. read more

We were visiting the Owego area and loved this place. Food was fantastic, they were able to slightly change one of the dishes for us, and the service was friendly and welcoming. Pretty dining room completed the great experience. read more

Excellent gem. Found searching the area while driving thru. Not disappointed Veal Saltimbocca A++ and Manicotti's like mom used to make!!!! read more

Can't believe this little gem is located in this small town Delicious food Beautiful interior Heard about this place from locals and glad we stopped in We will be back when we are back! read more

It's just OK. Not awful but not great. I went for the salmon and I wasn't really impressed. The restaurant is very clean and the wait staff was knowledgable about the food. Our waitress was excellent, very attentive and provided suggestions. The salmon had very little flavor and was probably farm raised. I'd come back and try the lasagne. read more

Barstow House - Italian Near Me - Nichols, New York

My husband and I rolled into town on a Friday night. We did not have reservations, but Barstow was able to accommodate us. This place is so quaint and we were seated in a booth next to a window creating lovely ambience. I ordered lasagna and hubs ordered chicken Parmesan. Both were delicious and are highly recommended! Very pleased! read more

Very nice experience right down street from Tioga Downs-great food and nice reasonable wine list-def go back when in area

I discovered the Barstow House years ago when trying to find a place to meet a friend for dinner between corning and vestal. It quickly became our go to place. I even got my dad hooked on their filets- the best i have ever had - beats Mortons or Ruths Chris hands down. The servers are always nice, the food is always awesome, homey yet classy atmosphere. The orange blossom cheesecake is a winner! read more

This is our favorite restaurant in our area. The atmosphere is lovely, The food is wonderful. It is a bit pricey but not terrible.Their chicken parmesan is the best we've had anywhere. Their Barstow bread is to die for. Great steaks and filets. My daughter had chicken francias last week and raved about it. Service is great and they have wonderful biscotti and tiramisu. They should add some chocolate desserts.Dress is casual. read more

A bit pricey, but worth it. Very relaxed, great service, Outstanding food.