We had a fantastic time for Labor Day weekend and beautiful Cape Vincent. The Roxy hotel was such a…read morespecial gem. The rooms were clean very comfortable and the staff was extremely accommodating. I can't wait to be back in the area again for our next stay.

What a unique and charming little place. Sad the restaurant and bar aren't open but would love to…read morecome back just to see it all when it's done.

My husband and I usually make it to Coal Docks a few times per summer for breakfast. The outside of…read morethe restaurant doesn't look like much, but the inside is welcoming. The décor features old photos, postcards, and maps from around Jefferson County. There is a good selection of breakfast items, with a "lighter side" and a la carte items available. I usually order the make your own frittata (choose your own veggies/meats) which comes with potatoes, a slice of toast, and a side of fruit. Husband is a big fan of the breakfast burrito. Don't expect diner prices because the food is good quality and well portioned, and you won't be hungry 30 minutes later. I've never been disappointed with a meal here, though we've only had breakfast. I wish they'd offer a few more meatless options for lunch and dinner. Service is always friendly but can be a little slow at times if there is just one server. Luckily it's a nice place to hang out and drink an extra cup of coffee. At the register you can purchase sweets, biscuits, or bread, depending on the day. Sometimes there is local honey or other interesting stuff for sale too. One last note: Coal Docks has been closed randomly when their hours state that they're open. I highly suggest following them on Facebook to keep up on closings and daily specials.

Fabulous breakfast here this morning! Enjoyed wonderful food, great service and a cozy dining room…read morewith a fireplace. First time visitors and it won't be our last! Husband enjoyed the sausage gravy over biscuits with scrambled eggs. I had one of their specials, which was a bacon spinach tomato quiche with hollandaise sauce and toast. Very good and their homemade bread is amazing! Also split their breakfast potatoes and they are prepared nice and thin and very yummy. Chatted with the owner for a moment and she made us feel extremely welcome!

Lovely cafe right on the St. Lawrence. A bit pricey, but the experience was worth it! Everything…read morewas fresh and delicious; servers and staff outstanding and so kind; clearly they care about their customers and make every effort to make your visit enjoyable and memorable in the best way! Kudos to Bella's!

Delicious, colorful and fresh food while watching all the river activities on a beautiful July day…read morein Clayton, NY!? Yes, please! That's just what happened. Our party of four was seated quickly and our server was super sweet . Our food arrived quickly, and we were all quite impressed with the generous portions, beautiful fresh colors of the food and how good everything tasted. They know what they're going here!! They note on the menu that they source locally which adds so much value to their offerings. Great lunch experience and can't wait to visit again!

Came here with my friends when we were in town a little while ago. We got there a little later on…read morethe day on a Sunday, so we were the only ones for a little while in the tasting room. Our server was very nice, and we got to try out a bunch of their local offerings. I ended up getting a bottle of their Empire Cream liquor, while my friends got a few of their whiskeys. The grounds of the distillery were also beautiful, and I imagine that it would be a great place to host a wedding or a special event at as well.

Not reviewing this place. More like some info. Description of the place is years out of date. Chef…read moreIves hasn't been there in years. Last summer (2024) we went up to find they were not serving meals. Their chef left, they couldn't get servers... I'd check in before you go or ask at their place in Clayton. I was under the impression it's drinks only.

What a nice little diner. You've got to know where to go as this is kind of the middle of nowhere…read more The wait staff is wonderful; friendly and attentive. The food is very typical diner food and as tasty as expected. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for diner fare.

We stayed at an Airbnb nearby and this was an excellent spot for breakfast! Great food and service!read more

The Hops Spot in Clayton is a great place to dine during the summer! I frequently dined here for my…read morelunch breaks and dinner. Here they have a variety of options for those that have dietary restrictions, and healthy options for food as well. I appreciate the location of the hops spot, as it's right on the water in downtown Clayton. The wait staff were very professional and thorough. The seating was perfect in the summertime! I have no complaints regarding the food. I highly reccomend this Resturant if you're passing through the area

GREAT PLACE TO DINE IN CLAYTON, NEW YORK…read more====================================== First of all I ccould kick myself for not dining at The Hops Spot back in April when we rented an Airbnb nearby. But I am really glad my son, husband and I popped in for lunch on Sunday, November 17, 2024. They have the best poutine I've ever eaten and I've had it several times, including in Canada. I am pretty sure we ordered the Classique Poutine. They have twelve different versions, so that's nice. Then my husband and I split the Wac Arnold hamburger and my son ordered something else that I can't remember. We were all happy, especially with the poutine. Clayton is a really cute waterfront town right on the St. Lawrence River.

My husband and I stopped by to sample this restaurant's chili as they are participating in a local…read morearea chili cook-off. We ended up having a great conversation with the sweet 87 year old owner and a plan to go back to try more of their food! The chili we had was a very good traditional chili. It came with some delicious homemade corn bread. The corn bread was a little on the sweet side, just the way I like it. Speaking with the owner we found out that she makes the desserts from scratch, including the pie crusts! She also makes the tomato sauce, lasagna, meatballs and everything is fresh and not frozen. Excited to go back and try some of the other food dishes! After hearing about the desserts, we tried the carrot cake and the banana cream pie. Both were good, but that banana cream pie, can't wait to go back and have another slice!

My fiancés family is local to Carthage, and being from Atlanta, GA I had to stop by for the Prime…read moreRib. Portion sizes are amazing and there is so much value between the drinks and the food. I was quite literally blown away. The fast and friendly wait staff added to the small town charm of this hidden gem. Do yourself a favor and stop by The Sahara if you're passing through!

Note, not my first choice in the area. Went to Antique boat museum and spouse wanted to sit…read moreoutside. Marina view patio is ok. Restaurant appears small inside. Food, they make their TURKEY CLUB SOUND amazing, fresh turkey. Server was honest, deli meat. No Go. Ran out of peaches Flatbread and a lot of their drafts. Must have been a busy Friday and Saturday of locals and marina people. Chicken Parmigiana sandwich the cheese wasn't even melted. Score 3. Large fried chicken with sauce and some cheese. Think it was a buruya cheese burger with salad for spouse. Came raw, had to send it back. Beebe server was ok could have brought back out the salad while burger was most likely microwaved. Wasn't remade. Mac salad was just ok. Wouldn't return. Think most of the reviews are locals or marina people. Spouse, after we went downtown," too many much better restaurants in the area, Wasn't worth seating outside here"

This was our first night stop on the weekend getaway after our wedding. Easy enough to get a…read morereservation online and it was not too busy. We were able to get a nice space outdoors that faces the marina. We came with the notation that they had gluten-free options. Though it was noted at the bottom of their menus, the server was a little light on the knowledge of what could be gluten-free. It appears they have a lot that can work, but just need a bit more understanding from staff. We got a modified garlic chicken over potato instead of pasta, black and blue nachos, and a Mediterranean platter. The flavors on everything was excellent. There was such a dynamic bite in each of the dishes. Flavors had tremendous depth, and the menu variety was superb. Of note the hummus on the platter had a smokiness that made it unique and delicious. It was better than a standard Mediterranean platter, and I have to applaud them. For improvement, there was not an easily accessible menu online, and that might be one area to work on. Overall, this was a lovely evening and a lovely place for anybody to visit .

Nice cosy atmosphere with a decent amount of seating - booths and separate tables…read more Large selection for menu. Service was decent, professional but not warm. Food was good.

Food is great. I particularly enjoy the Salisbury steak but everything on the menu is really good…read more Experienced longtime servers give timely service. It's a small restaurant so limited seating. No reservations unfortunately.