Excellent meal and service! Beet salad was one of the best my wife has had in our dining out. Calamari was very good and I would change NOT putting the calamari on top of the marinara as it made the coating soggy. Gnocchi and braised short ribs were tender and delicious, well cooked and seasoned perfectly. Seared scallops and lemon pasta were excellent. Great sear and wonderful citrus flavored pasta. Affragatto for dessert was a wonderful finish to the meal. Service was excellent, well intentioned. and not intrusive. read more

Huge disappointment from a 7+ year loyal customer. I feel terrible putting this review out there because I have a lot of respect for the restaurant owner, but this is the only way to get my message across after bringing it to the staff's attention and having them not seem to care. My family and friends recently visited the Skaneateles location expecting the great meal we're used to, but the food quality and preparation were deeply disappointing. Coming from an Italian family, quality matters to us. The dipping olive oil was a bright "antifreeze" green with horrendous flavor--it's a shame to use such low-grade product when high-quality oils are available. The pear and gorgonzola pizza was soggy and completely bland. To make matters worse, the shrimp pasta was so excessively greasy and oily that it actually made my daughter feel sick. Balancing oil and flavor is basic cooking, and this fell far short. The Skaneateles location has a great ambiance, though the staff could use some work. We will stick to the Auburn location from now on, as the food quality and service there are far superior. I hope ownership reads this and makes the necessary corrections. read more

Moro's Kitchen - Meatballs & Polenta - Roasted Beet Salad - Shrimp & Vodka Sauce Pasta - Fresh Pear & Gorgonzola - Italian Near Me - Skaneateles, New York

I was really disappointed. I'm going to try to be nice here, but I cook at home for 5 almost every night and don't eat out often, so when I do, I'm looking for the whole experience. We were in town for an event and had one night to eat out. I wish I had picked a different place. The atmosphere was warm and our waitress was very nice but the food was mediocre, at best. The calamari appetizer was bland and chewy. The three of us didn't finish it and that's saying something because my gaggle is usually fighting for the last piece of any good calamari appetizer. The tastiest part was the bed of red sauce with spicy peppers but it lacked cohesion with the calamari. I had the braised beef ribs. Not only was it not fork tender, I've made better pot roast. I had to ask for salt and I can't remember the last time I've needed salt in a restaurant for a dish like this. The potatoes were the consistency of a thick sauce. Two stars because my husband said the lasagna was delicious, I enjoyed my wine, and the Caesar salad was good, but wait until I tell you my pepper story. So the pepper story... our waitress was very nice, but table service was a bit slow and when I asked one of the other staff for fresh ground pepper for the Caesar, she acted as if I asked for moon dust and responded, "I can bring you...pepper". Um ok, thanks, if it's not too much to ask. Our nice waitress came later with a little dish of coarse ground pepper which was appreciated by all at the table. My son thinks I should give it 3 stars because he enjoyed his pasta and meat balls but I think he's being generous because he's 12. I would have preferred dirty dishes to be cleared before new plates arrived. I don't want to shuffles plates around the table to make room. read more

Always good food atmosphere. Cozy and fun. Great service and choices Such a great spot Local gem. read more

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I came here for an early dinner on a Saturday. The decor inside is lovely, with wooden rafters and string lights accenting the ceiling. To start, we shared the parmesan truffle fries. It was a generous portion size. The fries were hot and crispy and I loved the bold flavor of the accompanying aioli. For my main, I had the mushroom ragu, which included their housemade pasta. The dish was loaded with perfectly tender mushrooms, rigatoni pasta, and parmesan. The sauce was not the most flavorful, but it was hearty and filling. My husband got the chicken parmesan and enjoyed it, with more than enough for leftovers. They provided complimentary focaccia bread and olive oil for the table, which was very tasty. Our waitress was very attentive about refilling our water. Definitely looking forward to coming back! read more

I stopped here on a business trip and came in for restaurant week. The beet salad, steak, and raspberry sorbet have so radically changed my life that I have SCRAPBOOKED about this food. Service was great, atmosphere was romantic, and even as a lone diner, I had a great time! Highly recommend! read more

Good food. Good service and ambiance. They were very accommodating for kids and I enjoyed my chicken dish.

I have no words; this restaurant was incredible. It was the perfect place to eat after an amazing day at the lake. The Seafood Cioppino was the best entree I've had in a while. The bread was next level. Overall, it was just an amazing outdoor dining experience. read more

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The last 2 times we have ordered pizza's they have come out all crust and VERY little toppings. I was in a conversation with a friend and the same thing for them. So not worth the cost vs pizza topping read more

Some of the best food in Skaneateles, had to dine here twice during my business trip. Make a reservation far in advance as space is small and intimate. Ate a pasta dish, spare rib with mashed potatoes and vegetables, and sushi as an appetizer. Everything was 10/10 read more

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Moro's Kitchen was a hit for our party of eight, with easy reservations and warm hospitality right from the start--greeted by fresh focaccia and an attentive server. Creative cocktails set the tone, service stayed flawless, and we loved sharing fritto misto, fresh oysters, short ribs, Moros burger, NY Strip, pizza and a few other dishes. Chef Moro's legendary bread pudding capped it off perfectly, rich and unforgettable! Chef Moro has been a staple in the Skaneateles community for over 15 years and once you wait here you will quickly realize why. Make the reservation--you won't regret it! read more

Moro's Kitchen - Italian Near Me - Skaneateles, New York

Nice restaurant with very so-so fare. Very pleasant environment but just never delivers. Fine service in a nice stone building.

We ordered take out and it was delicious. The fries were still crispy, not soggy and seasoned to perfection. The rabe side was also amazing, garlicky and tasty. The sushi was okay, a little bland for my liking. They provided ginger and soy sauce on the side. I think a filling with a little more flavor like cream cheese, green onion, cucumber or something else would elevate the rolls. Overall 10/10 takeout experience, our order was ready on time as well! read more

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My bf and I had an amazing meal here from the bread to dessert. Every part was delicious. The baked oysters and mushroom truffle paste are a must. Loved our cocktails, key lime pie, and pizza too. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Service was on par. It has a modern, American restaurant vibe to it inside. read more

Moro's is a great restaurant in Skan with great staff and delicious food! I've been here two times, both with a reservation needed on a Friday evening. Moro's has a large selection of food & drinks to choose from, and has great specials! My family and I all got our own entrees, while sharing the beet salad, and it was perfect. Everyone is extremely friendly and you're sure to come back to this place! Also very well priced. read more

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Wonderful food, nice atomoshere. Once a year I come to Skaneateles for a skating competition as a coach, and to enjoy "A Dickens Christmas". I go to certain favorite resturants while in town, and this is one of them. This dish is decadent... rich, creamy, earthy taste... very filling. I recommend making a reservation ahead of time, because there have been years I forgot to, and didn't get to eat here during my visit. While parking can be very difficult in town, there is a parking lot specifically for this resturant in the back - so not to worry. read more

Moro's Kitchen - Homemade pasta Truffle Ragu - Italian Near Me - Skaneateles, New York

A friend of mine went by and picked up our order to go, and brought it to the campgrounds that we were staying at. This place really does it right! It was packaged up perfectly, and every single item in my dinner was STUPENDOUSLY good. The specialty cocktail was fantastic also. And then me and hubs, we shared the apple crisp dessert. A little bit too sweet for us, but still very, very, very good. read more

Moro's Kitchen - a tray of food - Italian Near Me - Skaneateles, New York

Been here a few times - service & food always wonderful! Ordered the crusted cod (amazing) & veggies, salmon bot and garlic fries made perfect, & salmon potato's & veggies awesome except corn. Drinks caters to your needs! Will be back when in the area! Thanks Tony & team! read more

Food is always great. Reasonably priced for Skaneateles. Also, our go-to for take-out.

We made reservations here for my birthday dinner and were seated promptly by a very nice hostess! Our waiter was also nice and super knowledgeable, we could tell he was actually passionate about the food here. Fries and sushi were delicious as starters, and we both decided on different pizzas as our entrees. The menu changes every so often but when we went it had options for all types of preferences! Outside the restaurant is cute just like the rest of Skaneateles, and inside was nicely updated and very clean. The bathrooms were spacious too. Even though the restaurant was on the smaller side, we didn't feel cramped sitting next to other people. We will definitely be back! read more

Moro's Kitchen - Pear, arugula, balsamic pizza - Italian Near Me - Skaneateles, New York

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Hi Moro's team. We visited for inside dining a couple of weeks ago. After many fine experiences at both Moro's restaurants, I am sorry to say this time was a miss. We ordered the specials: steak and lasagne. The lasagne was not much more than some pasta sheets with rather tough crumbled hamburger, without much seasoning. Normally I would expect some layers of cheese, including ricotta. It looked like there might be one layer, but barely visible. The bottom pasta layer was so dry, I had to borrow my husband's steak knife to cut it. I overall, it tasted ok, but was really ordinary. The steak suffered a similar fate... not a great steak to start (gristle, not marbled fat), and a bit overdone. The greens under the steak were very bitter, as if they weren't parboiled before the saute. Sorry... perhaps we'll try again sometime. read more

Honestly the best meal I've had in a long time! The presentation, flavor and quality all 10/10. The staff was very nice and attentive the whole time. The only thing I wish was different was that I had more of an appetite to finish everything! Gelato made in house tasted like we were in Europe again. Will definitely be coming again! read more

Moro's Kitchen - Delmonico steak - Italian Near Me - Skaneateles, New York

House made pasta of the day on the menu as a feature. WithShrimp and Vodka Sauce, African Spiced Bolognese, Mushroom Ragu Truffle Oil or a simple pasta and meatballs. You can't miss. The sauce covered house made rigatonis was rich, flavorful and one of the best. The homemade lasagna did not disappoint. We started with Fried Calamari red sauce & chili peppers was a perfect way to start our epicurean journey. You need a reservation when close to the weekend. Great selection of wine and beer and we finished with of course homemade cannoli's. Exceptional wait staff and a thank you to the Moro family for bringing the family traditions, recipes and love from the kitchen to the table. read more

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I took my family here for my wife's birthday and couldn't have had a better experience! Loved the first impression with an updated interior in an old beautiful stone building. The menu had a wide selection. Started with oysters and calamari. Both were perfect. The house special Sunday gravy with house remade meatballs, beef braciole, sausage and penne pasta was great. It was served with a solid Caesar salad. Shrimp and vodka sauce, pizza, mushroom Ragu scented with truffles and the seafood cioppino were all enjoyed by the fam. Had a variety of deserts at the table that were all enjoyed. The service was fantastic as Tony took great care of us. Although they only serve beer and wine, they did nail the espresso martini with a chocolate wine. A must try if you are so inclined. Overall we had a high quality experience for our Queen's day. Would recommend! read more

We had a reservation on the patio and were seated at the last table around the side next to the A/C unit, despite all but one of the street-side tables being open. Compounding this annoyance, our server took forever to take our drink order and was rarely seen the rest of the evening. We had heard raves about the food and hoped that some delicious morsels would save the outing. We hoped in vain. Next time, tried-and-true Rosalie's. read more

2021 update: another fine restaurant that seems to have suffered post-COVID: Although the beef short rib was quite nice, the mushroom ragu was kind of bland. Nice beer selection, but the wine list was a bit thin. The madeleines, a special desert, which we've raved about in the past, are sadly gone, no longer on the menu. We left a bit disappointed in the fare. read more

We were recently in Skaneateles for a little get away. Thought we would go to Moro's for a early dinner. We got there shortly after they opened. There was a couple before us that had just arrived as well. They were greeted and seated. The hostess came and asked us how many were in our party. We told her 2 and she said she was going to prepare a table for us. She came back about 5-10 minutes later and said we needed to have reservations and she couldn'tseat us! We found it very rude, especially after already interacting with her. We also could see that there were open tables. If we ever go back to Skaneateles, we won't be eating at Moro's. read more

We came for a special birthday. For over $200, the food was subpar - the Caesar salad was tasty yet drowning in dressing, the beef tenderloin special tasted burnt (despite being medium cooked). The gravy and vegetables were tasteless. The service was slow despite the restaurant not being full. Our waiter needed reminded to refill drinks, bring to go boxes, dessert menu and to get our check. It is simply too expensive not to get a great meal and service. I recommend a refresh of the menu and training for staff. read more

outstanding from the bread to the main course. Sushi and calamari were great. Main courses were hot and delicious. Our waiter was the best server we've had in a long time. Moro's kitchen has made a comeback. read more

Great house made pasta dishes. Nice sauces but not too heavy. Good service and some yummy gelato for dessert. Loved the atmosphere!

The food was delicious and are server Tony was excellent Great spot for dinner The Chicken Parm was yummy read more

Food was good, but the wait was very long. The restaurant building is cute, but the service could be improved. Most of the workers seemed young, so it could be a time thing. We waited about an hour for our food, and we weren't given our drinks very early on. read more

We could not get in sold out for Saturday night but Moro Table in Auburn is the best Next time we a in the area will try again read more

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A disappointment! The eggplant parmigiana was so over breaded that I could not detect a hint of eggplant. There was a taste of old frying oil. There was a slab of half melted cheese unappealingly thrown on top On a positive note the marinara sauce was light and tasty Knowing what a superb chef Moro is I was so disappointed read more

This place was amazing!!!! It was my first time visiting; I was originally going elsewhere but saw this great little gem and thought how romantic it looked. The inside was very modern, rustic and clean. The staff was very friendly and when I asked if the the restaurant has been there a while was given a quick history lesson on the building from the host. Our waitress (I am horrible with names) was also very helpful when asked about certain items on the menu, and she also was amazing. For the appetizer I ordered the beet bruschetta, I am not a huge fan of beets but this dish made them so amazing. There was an equal balance of earthiness and sweet, there was so much flavor every bite I was saying "yummmm!" For my main course I ordered the veal Francese, that too was delicious. It's made a little different than what I am used to. But this is modern Italian cuisine, I didn't take a picture. By the time I remembered I had devoured it. Then lastly I ordered the Affrgato for desert. It's house made gelato with espresso poured over it at the table. I ordered the pistachio gelato, which was amazing. Honestly I have nothing negative to say about Moro's I think I found my new spot in Skaneatles read more

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Our food was okay. Some of the people in our group weren't happy. Nice atmosphere inside and the waiter was great!

My wife, two daughters and I made an easy reservation for lunch today. We were celebrating the receipt of a new job offer! We were warmly greeted at the door and brought quickly to our table. The food and service was spectacular. My wife enjoyed the fried cod special, my daughters enjoyed the kids pasta and chicken fingers, and I enjoyed the lunch sampler special with short ribs. The plating was nice, food was hot and fresh. My wife and daughters enjoyed the Scottish hand lotion in the ladies room so much, I just ordered some from Amazon! Will definitely return again in the future and will highly recommend to our family and friends. read more

Moro's Kitchen - Cod fish special! - Italian Near Me - Skaneateles, New York

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I have eaten at the restaurant a couple of times and I encourage a reservation (one of the very few places in town where you can actually make a reservation for a small party). Their African-spiced bolognese is absolutely delicious. I get it every single time when I am there and it is my go-to for take out. read more

Halibut was perfectly done, veggies roasted to perfection. Really a great meal and very attentive service. It's fantastic to have such a wonderful restaurant within walking distance! read more

The take out order was exactly as ordered and they honored our request for a small change. Excellent quality and taste every time !!