amazing people and amazing food recommend this place to anyone! serving sizes are amazing!read more

Our waitress was very kind and with 7 full tables she was very busy, and managed to take good care…read moreof us. As you can see from the photos, the portions are huge, especially the French fries and potatoes. My issues were with the daycare/child-sitting going on in the front of the diner. This included the TV tuned to comics, and a little loud.

Would have taken a picture, but was mesmerized by the food. Asked the owner what to get, he said…read moresausage, I said ring it up. Was not disappointed. The feisty sauce was tangy and spicy--not to spicy, but the right amount for going back to work this afternoon. Cheesy potatoes are red skin-on taters, and are whipped with the cheese. Smooooth. The other guys at the table had the quarter chicken (skin was so crispy and good), the pulled pork (tender, fall apart, and very tasty), and the Mac and cheese. Oh, and the baked beans. I didn't try them, but they also looked mighty good. They had run out of brisket by the time I got there, which was a bummer. We'll get it next time. Owner said he'd have pork chops too. Can't wait. Short story... I wrote the menu down, it is now a checklist.

We tried everything on there menu and all was very good. We ended up hiring them to cater our party…read moreof 150.

This has the be one if the best places in Monticello!!!…read more Pizza is out of this world! It was my son's birthday and they brought him a delicious cookie dessert!! Menu has many options and unique dishes. Full bar with family friendly environment. Tons of parking and easy to find location. If you are in Monticello, make sure Rugie's is on your list!

Rugie's Dugout will catch your eye from the outside and then knock you out by what they're offering…read moreyou inside. They have all the... ahem... bases covered here! We stopped in with a small group (11 of us) around 7:00p on a Friday and secured the last two tables available. The service was a tad slow from the get-go but when our waitress came around for drink orders it was firing it all cylinders! (I wish I could remember her name but she did say her sister owns the place) She was an absolute pro and took care of everything we could've asked for without hesitation. She was a treat! Oh, and I feel like she created their POS system b/c she knew how to make that thing bend to her will! The menu seems small but it is packed with all kinds of things that anyone would be able to find something. I went with the Mango Habanero wings and they were delicious! Someone else went with the Home Run sandwich and raved about it. Needless to say, everyone was more than happy with their orders! The dining room was also a pleasant experience. Not quiet but also not loud, the perfect amount of ambiance to feel like a typical sports bar (with more restaurant feel than bar). There are ample tables of all sizes and plenty of TVs, plus a jukebox (which was turned off for "dinner time", which was perfect). We absolutely loved our experience at Rugie's and cannot wait to return again next time we're in the area.

Ive never dined in, only carry out. Food tastes delicious and I can honestly say I've never had…read moreanything missing from my take out orders. The hostesses and servers are always friendly and kind when I pick up the food. Sometimes the sides can be small... especially the mashed potatoes. Can be a bit on the pricier side, but 9/10 worth it.

Great food. Always unique dishes to choose from.Great ambience. Service a little slowread more

This place has fast friendly service, outstanding food and very reasonable prices. This is my wife…read moreand my go to Mexican food place. See you tomorrow!

Excellent food and service. Order was perfectly done! Music was fun and it was a good time!read more

I have been going here for 25 years. I was very pleased to see that that have remodeled it and…read morechanged the menu. The waitress was very nice. The food was great in my opinion. My only problem was the shrimp cocktail is way over priced for the small shrimp you get and they were not cold. And there is nothing worse than scanning a menu just to find out that the first three things you want they are out of. A restaurant should never ever run out of food on their menu and if they do, tell the people before they spend the time reading and ordering something for no reason. Don't just hope that the people won't order it. Disclose it, or never run out in the first place. The food we did get was fantastic. I'd give them another shot if they corrected their problems

Skyroom Restaurant is the flagship dining room for Indiana Beach amusement park and campground…read more Like the theme park, the Skyroom is not what it was under the previous owners. Indiana Beach sold a handful of years ago from the original family founders to an out-of-state corporate entity. Since then, there have been ongoing complaints and rumors each summer tourist season would be Indiana Beach's last. Many locals have tried reaching out and helping Morgan RV Parks, the current New York State-based owners of Indiana Beach, but they've reportedly received little to no response. Yet, as of last tourist season, the Skyroom was still turning out some delicious food albeit struggling to maintain decent service. Fortunately for guests (and poorly trained staff), the Skyroom has not been as popular as it used to be, so kitchen and front-of-house staff have been somewhat able to make do. If you have good memories of the Skyroom, I might suggest visiting this summer (2014), because it may be your last chance to enjoy a nice dinner in their comfortable, air-conditioned dining room overlooking Lake Shafer and the colorfully lighted Indiana Beach boardwalk.

Really fantastic spot with a hip, relaxed vibe and great food! Absolutely worth the ten minutes…read moredrive from the interstate. I had the Toasted Italian sandwich and loved it. The soft pretzels/beer cheese and chips/salsa were hits with everyone in our party. Didn't get a chance try the drinks--but I'll be back for that! While you're there, be sure to take a few minutes to walk or drive the local Art Walk. Lots of really incredible public murals to enjoy. Our visit to eMbers made my day!

This is a unique restaurant with a unique menu. It has a beautiful large covered patio that is…read moreheated so you can still enjoy eating on cool October evenings. My husband had the wood fired pork chop topped with house made bourbon barbecue. It looked scrumptious and tasted scrumptious. I had the figgy delight from the wood fired. Oven. May sound a little strange, but omg, out of this world. We enjoyed the eclectic decor. We ate in what i would describe as the 1950's greenhouse with 50's and 60's 45's covering one wall. Our server was very gracious, especially since we had a lot of questions. If you are ever in the Rensselaer, you must stop at Embers. Great beer and whiskey selection.

I forgot how much I like this place probably because we are not in town in time for breakfast very…read moreoften. it's just plain local breakfast place but it's clean and the food is good and it smells delicious. Obviously everything is baked here. I just wish I had enough of an appetite to eat all the cookies. Service is amazing prompt and extremely friendly. my husband ordered the country fried steak and eggs, which is a special today for 1375 and I got a breakfast sandwich with potatoes. I'm really looking forward to this.. very happy The sandwich was perfect. Sometimes you have a taste in your mind and that's what you're craving. This hit every note perfectly. I really enjoyed my breakfast.

The food is good. What sets them apart is that the breads are fresh baked in house, sending a…read moresimple sandwich over the top. I stopped for a quick breakfast. The dining room is simple, decorated with vintage Coca Cola advertising pieces. Regulars were having coffee and breakfast. The menu offers pure comfort food. I ordered a breakfast sandwich to go. The sandwich was huge on their freshly made whole wheat bread. The bread melts in your mouth. I was only going to eat half, but it was so good, I ate the whole damn thing. The bacon was thick cut and cooked perfectly. There was egg and cheese on the sandwich as well. The staff and my server were welcoming and kind. Food came out in a reasonable time. They have pastries and fresh baked pies near the counter. The pies looked incredible. I reluctantly, and regrettably, did not indulge. But here I am, 4:00 a.m. thinking about that caramel cream pie. Restrooms are clean. There is plenty of street parking. And don't leave without trying the pie.