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Gilda's

4.5 (212 reviews)
Closed 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Good for groups
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Marissa W.

Stopped in on a Saturday evening, it was quite busy. The restaurant is small inside with maybe 10 tables, and in the summer and spring they have outdoor seating, again only a few tables.However, they have about 8-10 seats at the bar and we opted to sit there as there was a 50-60 minute wait for a table. The service was quick and efficient. The bartender was quick to ask what drinks we would like and water, plates and silverware were provided immediately. I had a Chardonnay and my boyfriend had a Utica Club. To start we had the calamari. It was okay, but not the best I've ever had and would probably not order again. The sauce on the side was delicious though and the peppers were a nice touch. For mains, I got the beat and burrata salad, which was delicious. Perfect for summer and had lots of flavor but simple ingredients. My boyfriend got the Sams Favorite pizza. He enjoyed it and I tried a slice and agreed it was delicious. Cute little spot, quick service and will definitely be back when we're in the area!

Arugula salad
Matt Y.

What initially appealed to me most about this establishment was not only its 4.5 stars on Yelp, but also its alcohol menu, which is flush with local beers and Italian wines (two observations that are probably related). So I made it a point to check this out during our trip to Skaneatles. What I found on my visit was the best meal I had in Skaneatles. We began with the arancini and veal meatballs. The former were large, well formed, and crispy - the best arancini I ever had. The meatballs had great flavor and were light in texture (on account of their being a little on the bready side). Both came with more sauce than necessary, which was great for dipping pizza crust. Regarding the pizza, we ordered two different pies: pepperoni and hot sopressada. Both were exceptional, with a bit of char on the crust and crispness on the bottom. The sopressada had a lively heat that was balanced by the sweetness of the honey. The quality of the pepperoni was a bit more difficult to pin down, but it ranks in the top 5 pepperoni pies I've ever had. The service was also fast, friendly, and attentive, which was all the more appreciated because we came in with our two kids. All in all, this place is awesome!

Peter Bettis, the consummate host.
Nelson B.

2025 Update: Gilda's remains among the best the area has to offer in no nonsense high quality food this time served by Danny who is a force of nature behind the bar quickly and attentively meeting the needs of its patrons. We were there for lunch and the food continues to be a cut above the usual.

Beet salad with Arugula and Burrata  Can you say YUMMY
Nik H.

We were visiting the town of Skaneateles and wanted some lunch. Punched up Yelp and Gilda's came up and looked interesting. We went over when they just opened. It was a hip little spot. Small amount of tables with a bar area where we sat. They don't serve spirits but had a great beer and wine selection. They had a brown ale that was fantastic. Service was very good. The place went from being virtually empty to full in a span of 20 minutes but the staff handled it well. The food was simply fabulous. I got the beet salad with Burrata and a side of the veal meatballs in a simple tomato sauce. The meatballs were fabulous and the sauce was perfect. We also got the twice cooked fries which were awesome. The homemade ketchup was UNBELIEVABLE and my wife got a fried chicken sandwich which was juicy and crispy on a nice bun All in all an excellent place that you should not hesitate to try.

Blueberry balsamic & feta pizza
Carley E.

Very creative pizzas and delicious sharable small plates. Small restaurant that has some outdoor seating. It wasn't a warm day out but they still had the AC cranking and was told there was no way to turn it down because the whole building is on the same AC so it was blasting on us so that was a bummer but the food was good. Waitress never came back to check on us either.

Shrimp and Polenta
Molly R.

Was pleasantly surprised to see they have updated their menu, brining my review from a 4 to a 5. A very limited gluten free menu has been revamped and now includes a number of gluten free options. The service was great and l the atmosphere is always cozy.

Hot soppressata
Cheyenne M.

Delicious pizza! Paired well with red wine and great service. Small outdoor seating area but very attentive and quick. Tried the twice fried French fries which came with delicious dipping sauces. Will be back! Super cute place

Big M.

Stopped in for a little lunch & drinks. It's small inside but comfortable, as with most places here in Skaneateles it gets busy. The service was great and food was fun and flavorful. Lots of items on the menu that definitely deserve a try. We look forward to returning for the pizza! 4 's

An outside look at Gilda's.
Katie R.

If you're into craft pizza and a bit of an uppity experience, Gilda's is for you. There was a special offer for a special meal for two for about $90, so that gives you a bit of information up front. We ordered a small side salad for $8 and had a pizza, which does have delicious crust, but doesn't have many toppings. I asked if they had Ranch dressing and was looked at like I had two heads, so just know it's red vinaigrette, people. Interestingly, they also have Mexican Coca-Cola, which is definitely superior to ours. The best time to go is for an early dinner so you can eat outside. It's a great view of the town and is really nice if you can grab a shady spot.

Andrew G.

Gilda's is very much a one of a kind restaurant that elevates the small plate in such a delicious way. While I grew up in the area, I remember when this was a sushi restaurant, and have come back a few times whilst visiting the area. On my last trip, I made sure to go back as I remember fondly all of the delicious food here. Not overly pretentious, but can be a bit of an upscale night if you choose, the waitstaff gives excellent recommendations, the kitchen is quick with food and the drinks are quite excellent. Choosing a special offering of the corn and sausage pizza to share, that was a great recommendation. The crust was chewy and crisp, and there was a lot of great sausage bites with tasty corn. I loved the mushroom bruschetta appetizer as well. Really deliciously cooked medley of mushrooms over baguette with some cheese on top. Lots of great earthy flavors with a great bite. Their take on a caesar was a nice split plate as well! Loved the caesar and the roasted chickpeas! They don't do reservations for less than six people, so get her a little early, enjoy a cocktail, and eat some really unique and delicious food!

Racquette river brewing mango wheat ale
Amanda H.

Had a delicious arugula salad with house made dressing and hot soprosato pizza with a honey drizzle so good. The beer selection was great, recommend the mango wheat beer Our servers were as attentive as they are sweet! Thanks again!

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I had the burger here last week and it was phenomenal. So juicy but nothing fell out. One of the best burgers I've had in a while

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Great Food. Wonderful service. There are many more things I would like to try. Would definitely go back..

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Food is excellent and service is very friendly! I really enjoyed the ambiance inside.

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