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    Noble Cellar

    4.4 (98 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndWine Bars, Salad, New American
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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    Swordfish and parsnips
    Sharon I.

    We chose Noble Cellar for our wedding anniversary because it was highly rated and we enjoy unique, Five star dining experiences all throughout central New York and upstate New York and are not afraid to travel for a good meal. We had enjoyed the atmosphere And meals in the past when it was the mission restaurant so we thought why not! Needless to say, I felt there were some things that were ultimate fail for a fine dining restaurant and we most likely won't be back. Full disclosure I did share a direct message with them through Resy I never heard back from them, which tells me volumes. Small things like the barstools being too low to the bar as we were having cocktails it was so uncomfortable. We decided to have our cocktails at our table. Our server, the hostess and bartender were attentive and amazing. The main reason we came to the restaurant was the Duck meal they wound up being out of by 6:30 that night.My husband did choose as a substitute the braised lamb shank with the mint gremalata. Lamb was very tender, but 100% lacking in every way of the mint flavor. My swordfish was cooked perfectly, although plain and I was excited about turnips As I love them. Unfortunately they came out raw tasteless and inedible. I commented to our waiter and he said well they're Japanese so that's the way they are. All in all the dessert menu left us flat so we went out to another place for dessert & after dinner drinks. The percentage they add to your check for the back of the house gratuity is offensive. Just pay your people more and don't expect the diners to have to Pay up for your kitchen staff, as well as tipping the front of the house staff which got less of a tip because we had a tip the back of the house. All the hype some of it's real, most of it's not, glad we tried. It won't be back. There are too many other places and Upstate, New York.

    Caesar salad with chicken
    Deb B.

    I had lunch here on a Friday during the arts and crafts festival. I did make reservations and was seated promptly. Our waiter was lovely, but between him and the hostess it appeared they were very much overworked and managing the entire restaurant service. I ordered a Caesar with chicken. My husband ordered a burrata and mozzarella salad. Once our orders were placed, it didn't take long to be served. My Caesar was very interesting because it didn't use Romaine lettuce. Perhaps that's because of what's going on right now with Romain lettuce. It was flavorful and had a lot of croutons and mushrooms mixed in. The chicken was perfectly cooked. My husband's dish was rather odd as the cheese was kind of melted and it really needed to have some bread served with it to sop up the tomato and cheese juices. Atmosphere is very nice, but I found them a tad overpriced for lunch. One thing to know, is that they can't make mixed drinks.

    Beet appetizer
    Morgan M.

    I will start this as I always do by saying I do not give out five stars unless I am really blown away. I came back a second time after coming just a few weeks ago. Once again, it was outstanding. Great service great atmosphere and the food is superb. The price is worth what you pay for. If you have not come here yet, I strongly suggest it. It may be expensive, but the experience is hard to beat. One of my top five favorite restaurants of all time.

    Ribeye two ways with mushrooms
    Alexandria L.

    The rumors are true - this place is excellent! From the mystic decor, extremely knowledgeable winers (glasses are worth it!) perfectly curated seasonal menus & beautifly plated, this place is worth the money. Even when they run out of a dish, they have an equally amazing one instead, as well as drinks. They were super kind and accommodating, including a hook for my purse, a little engaging question booklet for my birthday & complimentary glasses of Champagne for the wait, which we didn't even mind! I definitely want to return for what I can only assume will be a fresh spring menu AND dessert.

    Apple cider cocktail
    Trina M.

    This place is definitely worth at least trying. I waffled between a 4 and 5 star rating only due to the higher price for maybe the average diner. The service was impeccable and genuine. The meals were thoroughly explained. Any food allergies were asked about up front as some of the dishes were more sophisticated. The atmosphere was very relaxed and sophisticated. Iwas offered a purse hook for my purse to hang at the table. Coats may be hung at the entrance. It is on the darker end indoors which I appreciated but something to keep in mind if that is an issue. The food was perfectly prepared and delicious. The menu is rotated on a seasonal basis. We had the sweet potato gnocchi and the duck. The portions are smaller than what you may normally anticipate while eating out but are likely what they should be. The price is on the higher end but definitely worth it. I look forward to returning.

    White Burgundy wine
    Patrick M.

    This meal should've and could've been 4-5 stars . My first trip here while in town for work. I arrived with no reservation and what looked like a pretty busy evening. The front of house reception was very friendly and there were two beautiful ladies with warm and inviting smiles and manners. They found a seat for me at the bar, which is a handsome space. I started off with one of my favorite White Burgundy wines. The bartender told me about the selections for their three course Chef's tasting meal, which sounded very good. I started off with the spaghetti squash, latkes, and they were really good. They were served with apple butter and crème fraîche. I ordered the flat iron steak for my entrée which was served with homemade blue cheese pasta, and rainbow carrots. The beef and the carrots were delicious. The pasta was either not cooked or barely cooked and was maybe the worst pasta I've ever eaten. It was so disappointing because it looked beautiful and I was eager to enjoy the homemade pasta, and I just love blue cheese. The bar staff were apologetic and offered some compensation for the dish which I appreciated. The poorly prepared pasta made my entrée experience, disappointing. The bartenders were very friendly, super attentive, and clearly skilled service people. I would characterize the space as wildly civilized, and perfectly urban. I would try it again with hopes that all of my choices are properly served.

    Steak 2 ways and in the back, the braised  short rib on the right and on the left, the sweet potato gnocchi.
    Anthony B.

    I have to say this is one of the best dining experiences I've had. It has wonderfully subdued, lighting, very warm and elegant looking inside. When we go out to dinner, we usually order multiple entrées and appetizers and share them. We had a very attentive waiter named Aaron who answered all our questions about the dishes we were interested in ...and the head chef Paddy even stopped by our table a couple times to tell us about the food and how it was made. Very classy. The entrées we ordered was the steak two ways... And the braised short rib. The steak came with an Amazing sauce. That's what I would also like to add with the appetizers also the sweet potato and the ceviche.... Everything comes with an amazing sauce or glaze that pushes everything over the top. We finished everything if you're looking for high-end dining, come to the Noble Cellar

    This was our second visit to Noble Cellar after having a great first experience, so we were excited to return and made reservations for the Friday before Valentine's Day to try to avoid the rush and special menus. When we arrived, we realized it was a tasting-menu-only evening, which hadn't been clearly communicated ahead of time with the required pricing. At the bottom of the tasting menu, there was also a note about a 22% service charge that is not a gratuity, but rather a fee to help pay staff. While we understand the importance of supporting the staff and we're generally happy to go with the flow, there was no set menu pricing communicated to us (or to the couple next to us, who were visibly upset and shocked, seemed like it ruined their evening). When the bill came, it was around $440 for the two of us before tip -- I chose the wine pairing and my husband had two beers. The food was good, but it did not feel worth that steep price point, especially considering we were seated at the bar. Adding a 22% service charge to an already substantial bill and then expecting an additional 20% tip feels excessive, particularly without clearly notifying guests in advance about the tasting-menu-only format and pricing. We live about an hour away - I'd still recommend it overall, but this experience was disappointing and very expensive.

    The advertised menu...
    Alexander C.

    I was genuinely looking forward to dining at what is often described as "the best restaurant in Syracuse," especially for their Valentine's Day prix fixe experience. Unfortunately, based on our visit, I do not anticipate returning. While I do have several culinary critiques--such as paying for the luxury wine pairing only to receive a bold Burgundy alongside Linguine and Clams, or seeing "Caviar" listed on the menu and discovering it was actually Bowfin roe--these are ultimately matters of taste and expectation. Likewise, the eclectic menu progression, shifting from Korean/Asian-inspired starters to Eastern European notes and then unexpectedly into Italian influences, was unusual but clearly stated ahead of time. SEE UPDATED REVIEW FOLLOWING THIS SECTION SPECIFICALLY RELATING TO "SERVICE FEE". What was not clearly stated--and what I believe crosses into dishonest practice--was the service fee. The menu advertised on Instagram included fine print noting a 3% service fee. That seemed reasonable. However, the check we received instead included a 22% service fee, which is a significant and unexplained deviation. This is not a simple oversight. The terms presented online at the time of reservation did not match the terms presented at the restaurant. (UPDATED REVIEW: Following my review, one of the owners of Noble Cellar reached out to discuss my experience. We had an in‑depth, thoughtful conversation about the complexities of New York State restaurant laws, particularly those governing how front‑of‑house staff may be tipped and how back‑of‑house employees may be compensated. While we were in agreement that the language surrounding the service fee was confusing, our discussion gave me a clearer understanding of the intent. I now feel far less certain that the discrepancy was malicious or deliberately deceptive. That said, it should have been made much clearer to diners that the service fee included what is traditionally understood as gratuity. Transparency in this area is crucial for maintaining guest trust, and clearer communication would have prevented the confusion I--and likely others--experienced. I want to commend the owner for reaching out directly and taking the time to address each of my concerns. His willingness to engage, listen, and provide context demonstrated genuine integrity. We also discussed my other critiques in depth, and it was evident that he was sincerely interested in my perspective and committed to further elevating the experience they aim to provide. I was invited back to experience a standard service, and I appreciate the opportunity. I look forward to giving Noble Cellar another chance and hope to update this review again following a future visit.) Our total bill was $599, including a $100 "service fee." I still chose to leave a $100 tip, as our server was attentive and should not be held responsible for management's decisions. In the end, we spent $700 for two people--paired with the added disappointment of feeling misled. I have photo documentation of both menus, and the discrepancy is unmistakable. I will be reaching out directly to ownership and management regarding this issue. Until then, I feel compelled to leave a 1-star review, as this level of inconsistency and lack of transparency is unacceptable. Without the inflated and undisclosed fee, my rating would have been closer to 3 stars, based on the food and overall experience.

    Erica O.

    We celebrated an early Valentine's Day so we could dine at Noble Cellar for their 1 year anniversary. It was a five course menu which included soup, appetizer, salad, entree and a cheese plate. I have included a picture of the menu. We could have added wine pairing but we are not wine drinkers. My husband had a couple of glasses of stout and I chose a nicely crafted mocktail with an Asian pear base. Our server was very knowledgeable about the food, service was friendly but professional. They have redecorated beautifully with very comfortable seating but let the beautiful details of the old church shine. The entire staff was busy ensuring no details were missed. Clearing dishes, refilling water, replacing silverware, serving and boxing up leftovers. The food was beautifully prepared and presented. We enjoyed our meals and would definitely order these items again. I added a cup of French press coffee and a dessert, apple cake with vanilla ice cream and a caramel sauce.... perfect ending. I can't leave out how impressed we were talking to the owner who came around several times to check on us. He was so passionate about his restaurant and downtown Syracuse. It was such a pleasure talking with him.

    Meghan K.

    We went here for a belated Valentine's Day night out and were very impressed by the food and ambiance as well as service. It is nicely decorated, has beautiful stained glass windows and dim lighting for a romantic cozy atmosphere. Everything we tried from the small plates to main entrees to drinks and dessert were amazing and full of unique delicious flavor. This is probably our new favorite fine dining spot.

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    Alexandra S.

    I've been looking forward to coming here and it was a great dinner! The ambiance is sophisticated and intimate with a great playlist. The pictures I've seen previously made it look a bit bigger, so I was pleasantly surprised when the dining room was smaller than expected. We went on a Wednesday night and it was not crowded or busy. I went with my family, one of them who is a local and regular. He helped us through the menu and what he thought was best. I do like that they had a smaller menu. It shows they take pride and craft in few specific (seasonal?) dishes. We got the octopus, salmon tartare and charcuterie as appetizers. All were delicious and presented nicely! Our entrees took a bit of time to come out. I asked my local family member if this was normal and he said no. We were sat at 7pm and our entrees came out a little after 8:30pm. We were in good company and not in a rush, so while it didn't really negatively affect our dinner it was noticed. When dinner did come out everything was hot and presented wonderfully. I personally ordered the mushroom risotto. I very much enjoy truffles and mushrooms, and this dish had a great taste to it. I would recommend it to anyone who is a mushroom fan. Two people in my party ordered the short rib ragout, one tasted great, but the other had salty pasta (the beef wasn't salty, just the pasta). It seemed as though it got an extra toss of salt on top, which we don't think it needed. The desserts were all delicious. They had 3 and we ordered all 3 to enjoy as a group. They were all great, but I really liked the olive oil cake with the pistachios on top. A sophisticated restaurant with a great atmosphere and service. Every worker we came into contact with was pleasant and attentive. Our waters were always full and wine was always topped off. I would recommend and come again!

    Beef hangar steak in a rich sauce
    Nik H.

    My wife and I took our son and a friend here for dinner. It was our first time there. Ambiance was really cool. It was a repurposed church with lots of original stained glass and a very hip interior. Tables were well spaced and they had a bar area as well. We were seated promptly and the host welcomed us and introduced our server. He was excellent and attentive. He took his time explaining the menu and the few specials for the day. Food was spectacular and innovative. We began with a charcuterie board which was good. I had the soup of the day which was a sweet potato and beet soup with coconut. It was very creamy and flavorful. The boys each had the short rib ragu with pasta and were very satisfied. My wife had the char and it was perfectly prepared in a very flavorful sauce. I had the beef hangar steak and it was very tender and flavorful. The sauce was simply fantastic. We tried the olive cake for dessert and it was rich and tasty. Although they don't serve spirits, they had a good selection of wines by the glass. It is a bit on the pricey side but the quality of the food made up for the cost. Give it a try and I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

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    Another outstanding meal at my favorite syracuse restaurant…read more Enjoyed some time this Friday with special people as we sat and enjoyed an exquisite dining out. I was the only returning patron, the others much enjoyed their first time here. Walking through the front door you're instantly hit with a wonderful smell of food cooking over an open fire. Got a terrific table to look out the window and enjoyed a nice evening view. Took full advantage of every food meal course available. Started out with their evening appetizer of homemade bread with cinnamon butter. Each of us got our own dinner choice along with small plates to start. The two small plates were green lentil salad and ember roasted carrots. Both of them with their unique flavor and style. The green lentil salad featured heirlooms. The ember roasted carrots featured labrieth, doqqa, and maple syrup. Keep in mind everything here comes from local farms and local breweries and distilleries. Big fan of supporting the state and local community. Fantastic! They feature only a few main entrées, tonight's included halibut, steak, chicken, and sea Island peas with jasmine rice. Knowing how well seasoned their steaks are, I went with a filet mignon 10 ounce. Probably a little more than I should've gotten, but I very rarely eat steak and know how well and good they are here. Ordered the steak medium to medium rare and that's exactly how it came out. Mouth watering delicious. Along with the steak includes mashed potatoes, chimichurri, kale, and. crème fraiche. Every bite was outstanding. One of us got ice cream for dessert which she said was very good. The ice cream was made right there at the restaurant. We kicked off the dinner with a rum cocktail and a tequila cocktail. All spirits locally sourced. If you haven't tried it here yet you should. You will not be disappointed.

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    Anyela's Vineyards

    Anyela's Vineyards

    4.0
    (111 reviews)
    17.5 mi
    $$

    I want to give 3.5 but I'll round up since the view was really great. The wine was good, we had a…read morecrisp white wine and enjoyed drinking it on the patio overlooking the lake. We opted to not order food since service was slow on this day and the staff were not very friendly. My only other issue was that we ordered a whole bottle of wine and they didn't give us a chiller to keep it in, I had to ask for one. Overall this is a nice place with great wines and views, but I just wish the customer service was a bit better!

    Anyela's vineyard is located about 10 minutes from downtown Skaneateles. It is located on a…read morebeautiful property and offers some gorgeous views. I'm not sure if customers are able to walk the vineyards because it was raining when we got there. We stopped in for wine tastings - $20 for the preset menus and $25 for selecting your own wines. The tasting includes 4 wines and I thought the pours were generous. We also ordered a pepperoni pizza with hot honey to share and it was delicious. The service at the vineyard is a little strange because we sat in the main room upon entry but were told to go pick up our pizza in a different room. Thankfully they weren't very busy and the sweet lady that poured our wine ended up bringing the pizza over to us. They have 3 or 4 different rooms you can sit in. We chose the main room with both low top and high tops, one room had a fireplace to snuggle up next to in cooler months, and then the outdoor seating where they had live music allowed you to feel the breeze and see some views. The wine was good - our favorite of the day being the Cayuga White so we purchased a bottle to share which is a much better deal than buying by the $12 glass. This is a great place to hangout with friends or go on a date. It wasn't too busy on a Saturday afternoon but steady and very enjoyable. We played cards while we sat and drank and it was a wonderful time.

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    Lake views
    Lake views
    Anyela's Vineyards
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    Vinifera

    Vinifera

    4.7
    (29 reviews)
    44.0 mi

    Vinifera Flagship is so charming! Down a European-esque street in Geneva NY, duck in for delicious…read morecocktails expertly crafted and local and international wines. We have enjoyed the speakeasy several times and are treated to a cool, cozy vibe by proprietor Jim Cecere! His service is 5 stars!!! Definitely a must visit if in the Finger Lakes!

    The most incredible (and only) speakeasy in the Finger Lakes…read more After hours of driving, we knew we needed a cool spot to go to at night for some delicious wine. Of course, the Finger Lakes are KNOWN for wine so we're just thinking we're making reservations for a wine bar (with "speakeasy" vibes). Which that would've been totally cool with us. After continuous back and forth, changing our reservations 50 million times, adding and taking people out, we finally made it to Vinifera on a Friday night and were super apologetic since we had to make yet another change. The staff was absolutely incredible and accommodating, they made sure our party of 10 would be in the same room/table. The only "downfall" was that we'd have to share the room with another small party. Which was absolutely not a problem and we ended up being BFF'S with them by the end of the night. We met the owner Jim - the most incredible human - and he took us down to the speakeasy (which passes right through a super secretive door in the back of the main room upstairs). Side note - the main room upstairs is a vibe on it's own btw and we would've been absolutely fine and happy there. It's an actual wine store and you can purchase all kind of local wines. Be sure to ask and get all the recommendations you want. Not only did we get to enjoy an incredible time but we got a super cool VIP experience and learned the story and so much history about this place, the concept, the origin and what sparked the idea of creating it. That itself, was a treat. On to the actual speakeasy experience. When you go downstairs (through that fun super cool super secretive door) - you're instantly transported to another era, another time. It's dark, it's velvety, chandeliers, spiderwebs (the aesthetic kind, idk if there were actually any but it fit the vibe in my head), Leonardo Da Vinci, Mona Lisa, candles, curtains. There are two super cool rooms, one to the right (which is where our large party sat at) and one to the left - totally recommended for smaller groups, it's cozy, it's chill, you can interact and share with other guests too. Just by this, I'm wowed. As if this wasn't enough, the drinks were absolutely incredible. I ended up ordering some kind of a smoked drink and they happily substituted the regular old fashioned for mezcal. What a dream. Everyone was happy with their drink orders, some ordered some off the menu things and they happily made them - even though they technically only serve what's on the menu. Wine flights are also available if you're in the wine vibe. Bottom line: we loved this place SO much, we came back 2 night's later for our last night. We sat in the other room and absolutely loved and enjoyed it. I had a lavender drink and it was delish. This place is a GEM and you should absolutely check it out and support it if you're in the area. If you're not, well now you have a place I know you'll love to go to!

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    Vinifera
    Sit inside or out during the warm months to enjoy a flight or a cocktail.
    Sit inside or out during the warm months to enjoy a flight or a cocktail.
    Vinifera

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    AT Walley

    AT Walley

    4.1
    (34 reviews)
    22.7 mi
    $$

    I was going out to dinner before heading to hear friends at Open Mic night. The place I started at…read morehad at least a 45 min wait. So we decided to go somewhere else, but where? As we turned the corner we saw a sign in front of A.T. Walley's for $5 burger and chips or 2 Hoffman Hots with chips. Well, the price was right! The guy was outside on the sidewalk grilling them and it smelled really good. So even though I was in the mood for wings, we decided to give the food here a try. We went in and got a table with no problem. Waitress said that along with the regular Wednesday night specials they also had $4 Beef on Weck for $4. We were really hungry so we ordered 2 Beef on Weck sandwiches and the hot dog special. It was amazing! The beef and au jus was fabulous! They each came with kettle chips and pickles. Yum!!!! And who does not love a Hoffman Hot, right?! Then we saw that they had 11 menu items for just $5 on Thursday nights from 4-10 pm. We had to be downtown again the next night so we went back! I got the grilled chicken Caesar Salad and he got the NYS Fair beef and Lamb Gyro. Once again, full portions for only $5! What a find!! We had always just gone there for drinks and music prior to this. They have a great bar selection and have $3 drinks on Monday nights....including their signature cocktails! It is a great place to go, have a drink, hang out with friends, listen to music on occasion and now I will be stopping in to check out more on their menu as well!

    Great whiskey, good cigars and friendly service! This place is great, truly stands out in this…read morecity. After hanging out and enjoying some drinks and cigars, we all agreed that a place like this is strangely classy for its location. A diamond in the rough, don't miss out!

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    Angus burger and fries
    Angus burger and fries
    Steak sandwich
    Steak sandwich
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    Private Room
    Oh My Darling

    Oh My Darling

    3.8
    (406 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    This is one of our go to places whenever I visit my daughter in Syracuse... never disappoints!…read moreThe menu has unique plays on some standards... always delicious and the cocktails are inspired & interesting... you'll probably need a rezzy ENJOY!

    I stopped by with a group of 6 on a Friday afternoon. When me and my friend stopped by there was no…read moreone at front so we stood around awkwardly for a bit before someone came over to bring us to our table. Walking through the restaurant was nice as the space was very large and the decor indoor was cozy and whimsical. Our server was nice throughout the meal. However, I did get a water glass that had marks on it that looked like someone just drank out of it and a crumb on the rim. I asked them if they could get me a clean cup and they ended up bringing the same one as the same mark and crumb were still there. For food, our table ordered a few items to share. We got: -CAULIFLOWER WINGS: The chutney/salsa on top of the fried cauliflower was nice and gave the item a little sour kick. However, the cauliflower itself was not cooked fully so not as soft as I wanted it to be. -SYRACUSE POUTINE: The appearance of the poutine was not the best. However, the gravy it came with was very flavorful and tasty. The potatoes themselves were not fried and were in wedge form but went well with the gravy. The small globs of melted cheese on top were a nice complement. -CAJUN SLIDERS: The slider compliments/sauce went well together but the sliders themselves had grill marks on it which gave a bitter bite to those parts of the slider. Additionally, the fried shrimp inside of the slider still had the tail on and so it was a bit of a surprise to bite into a full tail while eating a slider. All in all, a cute spot to see people but food had some hit or miss components.

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    Oh My Darling
    Rosemary Hot Honey Dipped Crispy Chicken Full Housemade Mac Cheese Honey Dijon Roasted Brussel Sprouts - GF DF
    Rosemary Hot Honey Dipped Crispy Chicken Full Housemade Mac Cheese Honey Dijon Roasted Brussel Sprouts - GF DF
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    Strawberry limeade

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