Caruso's is the place to go for authentic Italian pastries. Their selection is huge. Picked up…read moresome cucidati - a fig filled Italian pastry and some almond paste cookies. Service is super nice and very helpful - even when you can't pronounce what you're looking for! Good prices, great selection and helpful friendly service. What's not to like!

Very good Neapolitans. They said they do different cookies each day, so the variety of Italian…read morecookies may change day to day. If you order ahead, they will make a specific type you'd like to get.

Came here for the first time and loved everything about it. The staff were so kind. The place is so…read morecool inside with lots of seating and eclectic decor. My chai fog was delicious!

What a great find. Off the beaten trail in more delightful ways than one! This 70s -80s themed…read moreeclectic little cafe not far from our hotel (The Doubletree/Hilton) in downtown Utica was a delight. From the delicious homemade soup to the great service, you can't go wrong. The homemade pasta and potato salads taste just like Mom used to make. I urge you to check out this locally owned gem. You will feel at home with the chill vibe.

This cafe and bakery is wonderful! The pastries we had (and brought home) were delicious!! The…read morepistachio baklava is easily the best baklava I've ever had. The atmosphere is cute and fun. It's ever so slightly reminiscent of the iconic Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo, CA. The staff are very friendly. Grab someone or go alone - just make sure you go there. It's a Utica gem for sure.

They have a bunch of new offerings on their food menu. The Reuben was delicious. The churro waffles…read morewere also delicious!!

We lived in this area and visited Holland Farms frequently. We moved downstate five years ago and…read moreit wasn't until we visited again yesterday that I truly appreciated what an absolute gem Holland Farms is. There's absolutely no place like it. Everything is so fresh and beautifully displayed. The employees are beyond friendly. The halfmoons are the epitome of deliciousness. Amazing tomato pie! The list goes on and on. Do yourself a favor and try a jelly bun! I promise you won't be disappointed. I may only get here once a year now, but it's definitely worth the 3.5 hour drive!

When you place a special order on half moon asking for buttercream frosting as the buttercream the…read morecakes are decorated in and open the box up at the funeral and they are all the sticky sweet frosting you get at the counter- what a REAL DISAPPOINTMENT I MUST SAY- You had 1-JOB #YouFAILED !

More than ten years ago I said:…read more Hopefully, I'll get another chance to come here and try more of their offerings. I can see a fifth star in their future. Well, I returned to Utica and came back to Florentine Pastry Shop as promised. But you know what? All I had eyes for were their Pasticciotti. So I ordered two "pusties". One vanilla and one chocolate. They are magnificent. Simple and humble to be sure. But crisp and tender pastry stuffed with plenty of creamy, custardy, true-to-flavor filling. I can't stop thinking about them. And there is absolutely no reason to deprive a bakery of a full five stars based solely on their specialty item and noting else. The pusties are so good, I'm going to ignore the fact that I saw a full sheet of pre-filled cannoli in the case. Florentine Pastry Shop is a regional gem and a historical treasure. It's well worth the detour from the highway should you find yourself driving past Utica.

Awesome traditional Italian baked goods. Love everything they make. A great and trusted part of…read morethis area for many years.

As a professional pastry chef, I would like to write a professional opinion about the quality of…read moreice cream at Tasty Treat. First of all, the name says it all. The ice cream is not overly sweet, it is simply tasty. The owner helped us and let us try a few flavors. The birthday cake flavor, toasted almond, and cotton candy. All were stand out flavors! More so, the texture was remarkably good for house made ice cream. Anyone can make ice cream, but only a true pro can get it the right consistency, with a proper mouth feel, and balance the sugar. The owner is a down to earth nice man. He is very pleasant and should be very proud of what he does. My husband had the soft serve pistachio/Berry twist. Boy, was that good! I tasted some and the pistachio flavor comes through nicely. I was really worried at first look because when you have dark colors like some of the flavors have, all you taste is food coloring. This is not the case at Tasty Treat. I don't know how he does it, but there are no overpowering tastes in what I tried. This business is a very unassuming stand alone building in a quaint residential neighborhood, but it is so close to the 90. So, no excuse not to briefly exit the Thruway and get a great cup of ice cream! He offers an array of toppings, but I opted to forego any topping on my cotton candy sundae. I just got the ice cream, whipped cream, nuts, and cherry. Try it. The flavor and greatness of the ice cream itself comes through. Next time, we will try some of the food he offers. I trust that will be nice too.

Used to bring my son here for ice cream when he was little haven't been in quite some time. This…read moreis definitely a quintessential ice cream stand in North Utica and one of the few places you can still get homemade Italian Lemon Ice. My only wish was the lemon ice wasn't as sweet and a bit more tart but it was still good. They have outdoor seating so we took advantage of the beautiful weather and ate our ice outside. Would definitely come back and this time won't wait so long to come back.

**Silk, Utica** Had…read morea great night at Silk! I tried The Main Attraction, a delicious pear martini, plus their seasonal Strawberry Haze -- both were excellent. My husband had the peanut butter whisky espresso martini and the chocolate covered strawberry old fashioned, and loved both. For dessert, we split a chocolate coconut crème brûlée and a strawberry and cream dessert that was absolutely to die for -- hands down the highlight of the night. The service was phenomenal, our waitress checked on us several times and provided excellent recommendations. She even served our dessert with sparkler when she heard it was our anniversary. Only complaint: the music felt a little out of place for the ambience. It was quiet when we got there but got pretty rowdy by the time we left. Still, the cocktails and desserts more than made up for it. Will definitely be back!

Stopped into Silk in Utica, NY and came away seriously impressed…read more We started with the spinach and artichoke dip, and it set the tone right away--rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. It's one of those appetizers that's easy to judge a kitchen by, and this one was done exactly right. Great flavor, great texture, and clearly made with care. The ambiance is fantastic. Silk has that upscale-but-comfortable feel where you can relax but still feel like you're somewhere special. The lighting, décor, and overall vibe make it a great spot whether you're grabbing drinks with friends or settling in for a full evening out. Service was top notch from start to finish. Attentive without hovering, friendly, and knowledgeable--exactly what you hope for when trying a new place. The drink program really stands out. The cocktails were interesting and expertly prepared, and you can tell the bartenders know what they're doing. They also have a large selection of spirits, including plenty of off-the-beaten-path bottles for people who like to try something different. It's a great place to explore beyond the usual picks. Overall, Silk delivers across the board--great food, excellent service, a stylish atmosphere, and a seriously solid bar program. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in Utica.

Placed an order of Bundtini's for work. I ordered 2 dozen of various flavors. They were ready at…read morethe time I requested and were devoured as soon as I opened the boxes at work. I also picked up a couple of the regular size in the fall flavors and they were a-mazing! So worth the 1.5 hr drive!

Perfect location, right next to CAVA. I had to stop in to grab dessert for my family since they…read moreabsolutely love this place. The employee provided great service, and everything was a quick and convenient stop after dinner.

Very good prices here and excellent customer service. Tomato pie is great. There are 2 locations.read more

I went in to get my 91 year-old grandmother a doughnut and I love their donuts so I decided to grab…read moresix. The lady decided to put them in bags. I asked her can you please put them in a box she had such an attitude over a single box I told her to cancel my order very very rude so so rude in front of many customers, I will not be returning and a lot of my family won't either I've never been treated so rude in my life horrible customer service.