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Gilda's

4.4 (217 reviews)
Open • 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Quiet
Dogs allowed
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Calamari
Sarah C.

We ordered calamari and the four cheese pizza. The calamari was decent and the sauce was very good. I like how it came with a side of arugula because I ended up putting that on top of our four cheese pizza and it was perfect. We also dipped our pizza slices into the calamari sauce which made it chef's kiss. They load the pizza up with cheese so it was really good. Service is very quick too. We sat outdoors since we brought our dog but be aware that you will likely be swarmed by bees (& not the cute kind). The lady sitting next to us got stung on her arm unprovoked. We found out bee season is during the fall so you might want to sit indoors then if you wanna avoid it. Def would come back here for the food!

Aarti R.

Great prices, great service, & great food were all available at this adorable water-side dining. The pizza was good but the salad was amazing. The staff knew we had tickets to the boat on the lake and made sure we were done on time. They also told us we could take our leftovers onto the boat (which was true!) so we didn't have to rush.

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!

Sam's Favorite
Saret B.

This was our first time at Gilda's and we agreed we would return. I got there early to snag a table, they only take reservations for five or more. I got a table quickly without any waiting, which was surprising with how busy the town was. The place was cozy it's not huge inside but they did have a few seating outside which was nice for a hot day like today. We all ordered sangrias, they were great(no spirits here). We all shared small plates and ordered our own pizzas. The fries and calamari were seasoned and cooked perfectly. I loved the different sauces that came with them. I would get these again. My friends enjoyed the gnocchi, it took awhile for it to come out(waitress said they were training), we were not in any rush it was our girls night. They enjoyed it. Two of us ordered Sam's Favorite and one Blueberry. My friend split a slice of her sister's blueberry pizza with me, it was different but not in a bad way. We thought it was good. The different flavors complement each other. I enjoyed the Sam's Favorite, loved the kick of heat from the fresno peppers. We were full but made a little room for dessert lol, all three order the pot de crème. I will never turn down chocolate lol, it was delicious. Overall the food was good and friendly service, I can see this as date night spot for my husband and I. I enjoy a place like this because the menu is not overwhelming.

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

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.

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

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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Great food, great service, nice atmosphere. Ordered a few small plates and all were excellent! Upscale but casual. Definitely recommend

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Great food! Traditional tapas with lots of interesting choices. Get table by the window and see the lake

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Fantastic pizza! Crust is to die for! Great atmosphere, super friendly staff, and for a city girl, cheeeaappp!! Loved it!!!

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Very casual, fabulous food, and definitely not your standard pizza joint. We went on Wednesday and loved the half price wine deal too.

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Charming tiny place, excellent service, great pizza. Lots of attention to detail. And the chocolate pot de creme is to die for...

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