How did we not know that this fabulous breakfast haven was just around the corner? Well we do now!…read moreWe popped by one frosty morning to sample their wares and it was worth the trip! We were promptly greeted and seated and our server was very attentive. They are apparently known for their raisin bread so my husband had their raisin bread French toast sandwich and I had an omelette. Being that it was our first time- the server surprised us with the cinnamon pancakes! Yummmmmy. The omelette was good- a bit thin, and the choices for cheese are very limited. The home fries while large in portion are uneventful- and basically just potatoes. No onion, no peppers, no flavor save for the salt I added. Other than those few things- it was a great experience and we bought a loaf of their raisin bread which is TO DIE FOR! They have an onsite bakery that produces white, wheat and rye breads as well! We shall return!!

Been going since I was a tiny kid and loving every single piece of raisin toast! When I was younger…read moreit was the same sweet ladies hustling around and getting fresh coffee for everyone- still is the same with gals younger than me! They have renovated the whole place and it has the old feel with new look so I really love wades diner- order me up a cheese omelette w/ raisin toast and coffee, please & THANK YOU !

Came in one morning because we googled breakfast. Found…read moreSherris Diner. Had eggs, sausages, home fries, bacon and buttered toast. And coffee . It was all good. May I suggest you carry not just sugar and sweet n low. Splenda or Equal would be a great addition! I didn't enjoy my coffee using Sweet N Low

Great location in downtown Oswego. Not a lot of signage, so it's easy to overlook this place, but…read moreif you're looking for a good breakfast, look no further. Friendly staff and great service make this place a very well kept secret. Several restaurants have tried this location and didn't do very well. Hopefully this times the charm!

My son has been going to SUNY Oswego for 4 years and we FINALLY managed to get breakfast here…read more Sorry we waited so long because it was excellent. Our waitress was just the right amount of sassy and the food was plentiful and delicious. The late Wednesday morning crowd was either local elderly regulars or college students. Two groups who know the importance of a good deal.

The cinnamon roll pancakes are amazing. I got the poached eggs over corned beef hash with one…read morecinnamon roll pancake on the side. My daughter got a make your own omelette with tons of veggies and her own cinnamon roll pancake. Everything was delicious but we both thought the pancake was the star. The coffee was very good for a diner too. Simply decorated but immaculately clean and all of the staff were so friendly and responsive. Wish we tried it out sooner!

This is a community staple. The odd thing is this place doesn't have tea options like you would…read morethink, based of the name. The shining star at this place is the fresh bread, especially the raisin bread. This place usually doesn't have enough staff, so service is usually a bit slow. The staff is friendly and efficient. It's clean and cute inside. It has a warm local vibe. If you're in the area it's a great place for breakfast options all day.

I so enjoy meeting a friend for coffee and cinnamon toast over conversation at this unique cafe…read more It's only open for brunch type hrs. The famous DELICIOUS cinnamon loaves available for purchase are on random days and often out. The service is great . Right from behind the counter like on the show Alice (w/o the kiss my grits and more the sweet sounds of indie music) Serving starbucks brand coffee and good scrambled egg- I truly enjoy the atmosphere, food, and service- as well as location right on the river before E. Bridge n 1st (maybe). Beautiful brick outside with flowers in summer. recommend ‼

Generations of our family have been coming to "The Stands" since the early 50's. I live out of…read morestate but try to make it back at least once a year for a fish sangwitch and a hot dog. Hoping to see the mounted fish display back next summer; I remember staring at it with fascination in the 70's as a child. PS whoever does your social media is really good at it

Classic place for fried seafood and Hoffman hotdogs. Texas hot is a classic - Hoffman hotdog with…read morea spicy meat sauce (basically a Cincinnati chili). I wouldn't recommend a hamburger here. Poor quality. Fried clams are great, as well as other fried seafood choices. The reason for two stars is I went twice this fall for a Texas hot and both times was served a stale bun. Absolutely unacceptable for a classic lakeside drive in. Don't serve stale bread please & I'll give Rudy's its proper 5 star rating!

Great atmosphere, great food, and great drinks. The chicken sandwich was delicious, but the…read moreParmesan fries were even better. They had a special for $3 sloppy joe sliders that were good also. The stuffed pepper appetizer was delicious, especially if you like pickled things. Highly recommend.

We went on a Sunday afternoon, when they offer a limited menu. I got a smash burger and swapped out…read morethe chips and got fries instead. There was a white spread on the burger that was delish! service was friendly and attentive. Will try it another time when they have a full menu available.

Whenever I go somewhere new that has French Onion Soup, I've got to try it. It wasn't the best I've…read moreever had, but definitely above average. The beer is cold also.

*Take out*~. Always served exactly as if you were sitting in their sports bar! The Omaha Panini…read morewith sweet potato fries is what hits the spot on a night not to cook! However this sports bar is cozy in the winter and breezy on the deck in the summer- the family owned business tops it off with friendliness and attention to detail!

Traveling through Oswego, we found this little gem. The food is standard diner food...omlettes,…read morepancakes, waffles, toast, etc. If you're looking for upscale dining, this isn't the place, but the food is well above average and the decor was very nice for a diner. It was also my favorite eatery in all of Oswego. Plus it seems like a great place to be a regular. If you're in the area, check it out!

Cute diner in the middle of nowhere. Not a ton of selection, but the chocolate chip pancakes are…read moregood. Home fries are okay, too. Overall the food is nothing special, just typical diner food. The service is good - it's a small enough place that if you go often they start recognizing you.

What to say about Red Sun that hasn't already been said- the restaurant is one of, if not, the best…read morethat Oswego has to offer. Fresh ingredients, delightful flavors, a curated menu and freshly made deserts! We have frequented this restaurant each time we are in town and truly. It never disappoints. From the appetizers to the main courses to the cocktails- Red Sun delivers. On our most recent outing I had the Pig and Swig pizza- fire roasted with pork sausage, broccoli, red onions, red pepper and mozzarella this was absolutely delicious! We shared the fire roasted wings too which were amazing! I had a cocktail- which sadly I cannot remember the name of but I do know that it has my favorite gin- Empress. Red Sun is one of the very few restaurants in Oswego to carry this delightful brand- and it makes me super happy! Laurie the owner, has been in business for quite a while in Oswego and also owns the delightful Port City Cafe right next door as well as the new and exciting Lorbird in Fulton- another amazing experience. We were so fortunate to meet and spend time chatting with her and let me say- this lady knows her stuff. Most inspiring is that she knows her customers and their tastes and she knows how to be successful! Red Sun is an absolute must when visiting Oswego- you won't be disappointed! It's an elevated experience that I truly hope will inspire other establishments to rise to!

Bar was decent as far as lightning and noise. It wasn't too loud. We were seated promptly and given…read moredrinks. Waiter was decent in asking for other drinks and gave the specials. All was fine until the food came. I ordered an 8 oz medium rare steak and fries. Apparently, well done is their medium rare. After driving 8 hours without eating, I took it on the chin. The others in my party seemed to enjoy their meals and drinks. Might be worth a second try but it's not worth driving another 8 hours to find out.

Classic Upstate Italian. Family has been going there for years - super nice people:)…read more I think the business has made it to the next generation, and while they have simplified the menu, they have also lost a bit of attention to detail. Positives: Wedding soup is perfect! Salad with Italian & crumbly blue is excellent. Great steak and pasta choices Great bar & wine choices. Slight critiques: The bar is too high, basically difficult to eat at - plus it's not very attractive. Gone are the days of complimentary white garlic pizza at the bar:( The Sunday Vona's sauce is good, but something seems to have changed? Maybe a tad too much sugar? Not sure. The chicken Marsala came out in chunks, not pounded as it should be. A classic dish like this should not be reduced a "chicken riggy" (if you don't know what that is your not missing much in the culinary tradition of upstate NY) I understand veal is expensive and requires more culinary expertise - sad to see it go. Overall great place! But the lack of culinary detail to the classic Italian recipes that made this place great means that a 4 star review is generous - meaning I hope they improve because we love Vona's. Improvement could be as simple as staying true to original recipes or even finding better Italian recipes.

Not good and overrated. The chicken taste like the other place down the road. The breading is so…read morethick with a thin piece of chicken meat with the breast cut in half providing two pieces which makes the plate look plentiful, but the chicken meat is skimpy, and the breading is thick and nasty. Added the eggplant a top of it. I thought they used it as a sponge to wipe up all the oil. There's so much sauce you could take a bath in it not a traditional Italian place which means I don't have any of those classics, but I wouldn't come back to this place.