Come here, on the upper level I felt like I was at the UN in Geneva with the tall windows and…read moremarble, overlooking the Stanley Theatre. Coffee good. They delivered it to our table and then brought fresh small glasses of water, no ice. Perfect. The chairs are also works of art, they swivel in a subtle way. Simple but effective.

The food drink delicious. Very quiet and pleasant. The service staff are super helpful, friendly…read more Overall I give it a 10 out of 10. 10 being great.

Awesome coffee very friendly staff. We ordered a blueberry muffin and a cinnamon bun so delicious.read more

Good coffee, staff more concerned about ignoring the line…read more... I was a little shocked at the sign advising customers to not approach the counter until summoned. There were 5-6 people behind the counter, all loudly gossiping with each other, but only 2 seemed to be making a drink. As the line grew behind me, there was no attempt to help anyone. When it was finally my turn, the first eye contact was when the screen with tip choices was pivoted to me. Its a shame, as the brewed Columbian coffee I bought was good even though it was not fleshed brewed and sat in a pump thermos. I hope the owner understands how lucky they are that people seek out their business thats on a one way street...but if rude staff makes you feel ignored and like an outsider, Starbucks is much easier to find and be ignored at.

Ornately decorated, very friendly service, welcoming guests also enjoying their time in the space…read more My Cappucino was delightful! We spent time playing some of the available games. Beautiful spot, we will be back!

cute spot with amazing cold brew -- stop on way out to Boston! Affordable and friendlyread more

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

Delicious breakfasts, fresh pastries, and welcoming staff…read more Lots of parking on three sides of the restaurant, in good weather the front patio is a great place for catching up with friends. LGBTQ+ friendly

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.

Always great homemade food, great eclectic atmosphere and music with friendly and attentive staff…read more 20 stars, The definition of unique. Carl Alberico

Initially discovered Knead to Eat Bakery & Cafe, located at 53 Franklin St in Utica, while ordering…read moreon DoorDash, and later visited in person because of the great food. The café is located right next to Nancy Ford Photography. It can be a bit difficult to spot due to limited visibility, but parking itself is not an issue. There are shared slanted parking spots in front with neighboring businesses, as well as additional parking available behind the restaurant, which is convenient once you know it is there. The interior is hip, bright, and welcoming. Seating is somewhat limited, but despite that, we were always able to find a place to sit without having to wait. The space feels modern and casual, suitable for a relaxed breakfast or brunch. The food was good overall and service was fast. We ordered the Pancake Board, Spin Art, and a veggie omelette. The Spin Art was my favorite. It was soft, flavorful, and melted in the mouth. The Pancake Board was extremely well executed and fun to share, and the veggie omelette was solid. Coffee, however, was not their strongest item. One nice touch is that water is free and self-serve, which is always appreciated. It can get crowded inside on Saturdays, and since there is no outdoor seating, the moderate ambient noise from other customers makes it less ideal for long conversations or quiet chats. Doug, the owner, was friendly and genuinely eager to help when I had an issue using my $5 off "cupcake points." Although he was not able to resolve it immediately, he did eventually figure it out, so I will be using the coupon on my next visit. Overall, this is a solid local spot with good food, efficient service, and a welcoming vibe. Recommended, especially if you plan ahead for peak weekend hours. Keep up the good work, Knead to Eat Bakery & Cafe.

Very cute and spacious , great for groups. Breakfast was good but nothing to die for, lots of…read moreoptions to choose from. Service is very nice, it took longer than expected to get our food but everyone was sweet. Would like to come back to try their pancakes.

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!

Wow! Stopped by to pick up a cake this morning and also grabbed some pastries. Lobster claw and…read morepusties!! Amazing food. Nice service. Highly recommend

Dawn Light is an incredible gem. After much online search, my husband discovered this Burmese-run…read morerestaurant through its Facebook page and took the family there for lunch. What a treat! This was one of the best meals I've ever had in Utica. Although the menu is pan-Asian, with Indian, Chinese, Korean, Thai, and Burmese cuisine featured, we ordered five Burmese items: the tea leaf salad, coconut noodle, fish noodle soup, Burmese milk tea, and a coconut milk-based sticky rice dessert. Everything was terrific and authentic. The tea leaf salad was actually quite spicy, but wonderfully pungent and intense yet textured with the crunchy peanuts. I also loved the mohinga--this, too, was a slightly spicier version than what I've had in the past. However, I loved how flavorful it was. Milder in flavor was the coconut noodle soup, which our toddlers liked more. The milk tea was sweet and strong--a great accompaniment to our savory and spicy meal. To end our meal, we got a box of five pieces of sweet coconut milk sticky rice cake, which was chewy and very yummy! The food was all made fresh to order, affordably priced, and truly delicious. The restaurant itself was spacious and clean. It seemed like it was a bit of a hangout spot for Burmese in the community. Dawn Light is an absolute highlight in the Utica restaurant scene--I wish them longevity as I hope to return many times in the future!

A fantastic no-frills little breakfast/ lunch diner in downtown Utica. Delicious food at…read morereasonable prices and friendly service. Its a one man operation as the owner is the chef and waiter so if it fills up, you may have to wait a bit but its worth it. We were fortunate to have the place to ourselves at the time we went and the owner/chef, Jeff, was a great host with many personal stories about the history of Utica and his personal colorful past. We had his stuffed French toast which was awesome and some eggs. The coffee and tea are self serve and there are seats at the counter and a couple tables. The place only seats around 16 people but he assured us that he occasionally gets many more in there at a time. If you're looking for a great breakfast or lunch during the week (its closed on weekends) and don't need any frills, this is the place to go. We'll definitely be back!

What a great experience!…read more Cool old building, friendly chef and amazing food. The price was very reasonable and a refreshing take on a lunch counter of the past.

enjoyed my lunch there on this, my first visit to Utica. loved the extensive menu and the pricees…read more I had a delicious sandwich and fries. 5stars maybe I'll get lunch to go before I leave town

You guys!!! This is a gem of a place! I was on my way to Saratoga Springs and I was starving so I…read moremade a pit stop here after googling "best avocado toast in Utica." Roso's is located on the 2nd floor of the Adirondack Bank Center. It's super cute and inviting inside. Theyre known for their catering, but you can also come in for a sit down breakfast/lunch or order out! I could tell this is a local favorite because the waitress knew the customers by name. Love it! I ordered the California Breakfast Sandwich which is eggs, spinach, tomatoes, onions, avocado, pesto served on your choice of bread. THIS SANDWICH was easily one of the most delicious breakfast sandwiches I've ever had. And I make a MEANNNNNNN breakfast sandwich. Go here! The prices are also great. I would definitely come back on my way through Utica.