Chat-A-Wyle

A diner visible from highway 88, they're open daily from 7a-8p: Stop by for coffee and excellent…read morecheesecake (or a slice of baklava!); warm up with hot sandwiches and soups. My teenager couldn't finish his chicken sandwich: That's how large the portions are! My spanakopita with a side Greek salad was outstanding, and my husband loved his chicken parmesan sandwich. Our waitress was very attentive, and checked on us without hovering. The booths can seat eight; you can also sit near the kitchen in single seats. It's very family friendly, and a great bargain.

Tasty food, quick service, and a family-friendly environment…read more The restaurant interior & music are pretty dated - 80s vibe, but it didn't bother us one bit. I appreciated that they installed a baby changing station, as not all restaurants do this.

Women's restroom

Chocolate fudge PB cake!

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Exterior, Blue Dolphin

Chef Stanley’s

3.4(20 reviews)

1.0 mi

Our food was delicious and waitress was awesome! We will definitely return again. The taco salad…read morewas best I have ever had had!

Can honestly say the food isn't good here- you'd probably like the waffles they were fine but small…read morein portion size, the servers don't write down your order so if you have any specifics like don't add xyz good fucking luck with that cuz they do not write anything down, sent back the first dish because it was incorrect and then the second which I ordered something different tasted like nothing and over spiced up mushy meat, that cow didn't die to be mutilated in such a horrible way. As they say it's a red flag when u walk into a restaurant and there's too many seats and not enough asses to fill them. And then my fiance his chicken he said tasted sour, I hope he didn't get sick like I did right after I feel like throwing up just writing this. As my mother would probably say "this tastes trouble" but unfortunately my fiance is too introverted to say anything, thank fuck we didn't order any appetizers too, wouldn't want more food to go to waste in this establishment. Oh can I mention the bugs too? There were ants on our table, ants, they probably got worse and the bathrooms soap pump doesn't work so they had to put another whole bottle separately on the sink for people to use. And guess what.. the manager still charged us for the dish that tasted like nothing even tho I only tasted a small bit of it, for that, you can go fuck yourself. As for our server, hun, when a customer is trying to be nice and understanding u don't say "ok" dismissively multiple times, you need to learn how to be a good server and learn how to serve your customers.. and for that, yes I left that no tip on purpose. I tip very well usually but when a service is absolutely horrible like that and the manager just decides to be petty? You won't be getting anything from us at all. Save the time and effort, drive somewhere else.. this place will never be worth it, besides you'll be stuck at the entrance for about 5 mins or so before a server gives a shit about ya anyways.

Decent Cod Luke fries..

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The Kitchen Counter

4.5(20 reviews)

3.5 mi

Truly excellent food. Love the Smash burger!! The soft ice cream is out of this world.read more

For the smash burger only. I want to like it but all I taste is the bun. It's huge and dense. I'm…read morewondering if they ran out of what they usually use since this is their signature item. I can't imagine this being the regular bread -it's like cheap grocery store buns but oversized. Completely overpowers the burger.

I had a double smash burger I could not taste the meat it was hard to eat it.

Fries, pasta salad and Kitchin' Chicken Sandy.

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The Dugout Sports Bar & Pizzeria

3.4(50 reviews)

2.2 mi

Great place to watch (many) football games. Enjoyed sitting at the bar enjoying good food…read more Surprised by really good chicken quesadillas!!

Fantastic sports bar and pizza/wing joint. I've been coming here for the past 15 years and it's…read morealways been a great experience. We will come here for work recognition everts and they always accommodate us, often at the last minute. The staff has always been top notch and the food is great. Burgers, wings, pizza always well executed. I give them 5 stars because they do the sports bar thing to perfection. Lots of big TV screens so whatever sport is going on, you can see it. They have an outdoor seating area that's open in the warm weather months and they usually have a great band or entertainment. The Dugout has been in our Saturday date night rotation for more than a decade and it is a great solid establishment. And oh by the way, it's the least expensive restaurant we frequent so the experience per dollar can't be beat.

Chicken Parmesan Sandwich topped with fresh mozzarella and basil.

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Terrible garbage

Snidely's

4.3(6 reviews)

4.2 mi

Endicott, NY is the neighborhood bar capitol of the country! Hidden gems…read more.. Snideley's was a stop because of its name! Bunny, the bartender, was very highly experienced. She takes great care of her clientele! Crockpots full of yummy comfort food for a damp mid October football afternoon! Locals were welcoming! We're going back Sunday!

When I rate a review I always take into account what the place is supposed to be and rate it…read moreaccordingly. In this case Snidely's is supposed to be a neighborhood bar that has some bar food and good prices on drinks and a friendly atmosphere. It lives up to that perfectly. The bar tenders and owners are very friendly, the drinks are cheap, and the clientele is nice. As Dave K said, mist of them are regulars. The food for bar food is excellent. Get their sausage sandwich or Sausage Philly. I also recommend the home made soups, but no matter what you get I'm sure you'll be satisfied and won't be taking out a second mortgage to pay for it. Although I have a laundry room in my apartment complex I often go to Snidely's and take advantage of the laundromat on the other end of the strip mall.

Come in and see us!

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Broadway Diner

4.0(133 reviews)

6.2 mi

Best diner in the area. Inexpensive and great portions. Always my first choice when it comes to…read morebreakfast.

I have visited this location a few times now for breakfast. There is a nice ambiance inside and…read moreplenty of seating. The food is pretty good and never disappoints (but I have only eaten breakfast here). They have made the food exactly how we have requested it each and every time. The prices are good too. Their coffee mugs are extremely small though and you have to keep requesting to fill it up. The only reason I am not giving 5 stars is the wait staff is a little less than desirable. They are not too attentive and never seem happy or greet you with a smile. I would definitely visit again if in the area again though. I would highly recommend the fresh blueberry pancakes. The blueberries were super fresh and delicious.

Prime Rib, not the best quality cut.

Challah french toast with powdered sugar

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Side of scrambled eggs and bacon (asked for well done)

Skylark Diner

4.1(185 reviews)

4.3 mi

If you're craving an old-school diner vibe, this is the place to go. Our waitress was the absolute…read moresweetest, and we think her daughter works there too, which just adds to the charm. The food was fantastic, the prices were very reasonable, and the whole experience felt warm and welcoming. We'll definitely be coming back every time we visit our son in Binghamton!

Every time I have been to Skylark Diner it is delicious. They are fast and reliable, even if there…read moreis a wait the tables turn quick. The ambiance is nice- very diner. Definitely worth a try!

Counter Area

Curly fries.

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Harry Tuft’s Public House

3.4(32 reviews)

3.7 mi

I had only been to Harry Tufts once prior many years ago and at that time the restaurant had a…read morereputation for being pricy and that is what I experienced then. My wife and I decided to stop one night recently as it is fairly close to home and was on our way to pick up my son at karate. I was pleased to see that the prices were reasonable, the portions were huge but it was the service that will bring us back again. The atmosphere was clean, inviting and much brighter than a lot of places we frequent. We look forward to going back soon to explore their menu further.

Great food! The best in the area. Excellent wings and staff is super friendly. Highly recommend…read morethis place.

Crabby Flatbread

Good drink selection!

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Locally one of the best Spedie salads. Homemade croutons and no skimping on the dressing.

Mama T's Restaurant

5.0(6 reviews)

6.8 mi

Delicious cute little hole in the wall restaurant…read more Amazing service by the owner , very nice lady

This place will make you feel right at home! Julie and Jim are so welcoming and personable. If…read moreyou come here on a regular basis, they feel like family. They have an excellent selection of home-cooked meals in all different cuisines! I especially like their holupki and their selection of Mexican food. Others in my party have loved Mama T's pasta and sauce for years. Excellent homemade soups too! They are so attentive and really want to make all customers happy. They are equally friendly to those they have known for years, and those just visiting for the first time. I was sad to see a "regular" customer only leave them a $1 tip on a full meal after the customer was given the royal treatment and commented on how good their food was! Mama T's offers excellent selections, side options, and generous portions. Of course they are knowledgeable about the menu--they make everything right there! :) I definitely recommend!!!

Haddock sandwich

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Chicken Parmesan sandwich

The Owego Kitchen

4.7(153 reviews)

7.6 mi

We were passing through so we decided to give this place a try based on the reviews…read more It was busy when we arrived but we were able to grab a table right away. The decor was rustic. We ordered and paid at the counter and they brought the food to our table. We ordered three pick-two combo. The sandwiches were average. The chili had way too much chili powder as that's all i could taste. No one finished their chili because of it. The Italian chicken trio soup was too acidy. The corn muffins were cold. I think they would taste better if served hot.

very helpful staff with my wife's soy allergy…read more nice inside deco food was great, I would repeate

Quiet place with quick service

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Molly R.

12 years ago

Chat a Wyle is always excellent. Excellent food, great service, cute place. If you are looking for cookie cutter fast food this is not your place. Try McDonalds or Arby's. Fresh, delicious and cooked to your order and specifications. We usually show up with a group of 6 or so, and we do what the name suggests: chat. Everything is made from scratch, and I've never met a group of harder working people in my life. Two more words: taco soup. read more

Sara P.

12 years ago

Love this place! As a vegetarian, finding a decent place for lunch can be a struggle. I seriously dream of Chat A Wyle's Autumn Bisque Soup, Fruit Soup, Portobello Mushroom Sandwich on focaccia bread and Raspberry Crisp. Unfortunately, I don't get to the area often, but when I do I always make the time to stop for a meal. The atmosphere is cozy and staff is friendly. I highly recommend it. read more

John S.

11 years ago

My favorite lunch spot for soups and sandwiches! Cranberry Turkey Sandwich and Baked Potato soup are my favorites so far. I also love the cheese fondue... to be honest... everything is delicious. It's very charming and fills up quickly, so be prepared for a wait. This isn't a "fast-food" stop. Sit and enjoy a delicious meal and good conversation. You don't want to miss this place. read more

Marv W.

12 years ago

Absolutely the best dining experience you could hope for. This place has passion for good food and friendliness. I would highly recommend anything in a bread bowl, and YES! the Desserts are to die for. Don't listen to the negative posts, those people need to get their heads checked. Seriously, check it out for yourself, you won't be disappointed. read more

Karen B.

12 years ago

Chat-a-Wyle is my favorite place to go to lunch! Food is so fresh and delicious. Just took our niece & her husband from Austin TX and they loved it too! read more

Brandon R.

15 years ago

it some of the best soups and sandwiches I've had. all natural real ingredient, cheesy potato soup with meatloaf sandwich is my favorite meal :) read more

Erica R.

12 years ago

I heart this place! We always have a great time and delicious food. I recommend it highly to anyone who loves food and fun:)

Jim J.

11 years ago

Love this place! Great food, great people. Nothing more needs to be said.

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