Exceptional customer service, quaint, small corner market that has everything! Best meat and prices…read morein town, Friday fish day, fried fish sandwiches, you pick the piece you want, they weigh it and charge you by the pound, great value! Real fish, hand battered and deep fried come and never greasy. Johnny has been serving this fish for many, many years, this is a very old and well-established grocery shop, nice deli! Stop by and pick up your picnic lunch on the way to the park! You'll find everything you want or need, including exceptionally fine customer service. So stop in, and experience the 19 50s corner, neighborhood market. I highly recommend it!

Stopped here en route to Buttermilk Falls and stumbled onto their delicious fried fish sandwich!…read moreFresh haddock perfectly battered on a tasty roll. The fish is sold by weight and our sandwiches were between $3.50 and $4.00 each. A very pleasant surprise in an unassuming shop. The ladies at the deli counter were the sweetest. Fish fry only available on Fridays. Highly recommend!

The service was flawless, the food was extraordinary! Lamb platter and falafel platter were truly…read morewonderful and the chicken wrap was delicious. We finished with the masala fries, yummy! Stop in here for a satisfying meal, you won't be disappointed!

I've eaten here at least a couple dozen times now and it's consistently excellent. We love the…read moremasala fries especially. Even the cat is interested in having some, although he never gets any. The menu here has something for everyone. My husband is a huge fan of their double cheeseburger. The falafel platter is incredible and you should try it. If it could talk, I would leave my husband and elope with it. Yes, it's that good. Everything is always made fresh to order and the service is top-notch. Don't be fooled by the sparse appearance, the food will make you forget where you are anyway!

Okay so I've been here a few times, and honestly I should stop more often because I live rather…read moreclose. They have what is in my opinion a better donut than Dunkin donuts down the road. (I'm still partial to Krispy Kreme however that's quite a drive from here.). The place is rather large, the dining area indoors looks like it's good for at least 30 people anyways and then the outdoor porch weather permitting is probably good for another 20. I arrived about 15 minutes after they opened and the line was forming pretty quickly however it also moved along pretty quickly. The person that takes your order is not the same person that gets your donuts and puts them in the box, so that seems to streamline things pretty well. There's a display up by the cash register with one of every donut that is currently being sold that morning/day so you can make your selection easier. The menu is a little more extensive than donuts, as they also have hoagies and shareables and of course coffee/ juices. For whatever reason, somebody decided to put donuts with beer... Yeah I don't know... But, if the mood strikes you they have a very fine selection that they rotate from time to time of draft beer. It's a pour your own kind of a thing and they also sell growlers. There's of course t-shirts and other random souvenirs that not only have the company logo/wording but Owego in general. Bottom of mind this place is definitely worth a visit.

The ambiance was very nice. The employee's were very sweet and helpful. The donuts and coffee were…read morevery yummy!! I highly reccomend this place and will definitely go back.

Let me tell you, Yelpers, there's a reason why Carol's has a rare nearly 5.0 rating from 70…read morereviewers as of today. Or perhaps I should say "reasons" why. To start, this place has such a genuine small-town vibe, it's almost surreal. Live music, artwork from locals, the hand-lettered signs on the bakery items on display. I've made it a custom to stop in Owego about once a year, although I missed it last year. This year, I went about 20 miles (each way) out of my way to visit this gem of a coffee, sandwich, and bake shop. I found a parking space right in front, and immediately the live singer/guitarist could be heard from a speaker at the front door, but unobtrusively, delivering a very professional sounding "Brown Eyed Girl." I think that was the same song he was singing when I last visited two years ago. I was greeted by the staff like I had only been away two days, and the singer glanced my way and nodded a welcome as though he, too, remembered me. The coffee mug is perhaps the largest I've ever seen, and the DaVinci egg salad sandwich was also generously executed (recommendation: spring for the olives for an extra 25 cents). On the way out, I picked up two Dream Bars (a peanut butter and a coconut) to prolong the Carol's experience for just a bit. Yes, there's a reason, too, why they're called Dream Bars.

Stopped by Carol's Coffee & Art Bar as part of a recent visit to Owego. I'm definitely a fan any…read morecafe or similar space that integrates art into their environment, and there were quite a variety of lovely pieces at Carol's - many by the owner, but also included are other local artists. The menu, of course, also has "Carol's Favorite 'Comfort Food' Sandwiches" on the menu, all named after famous artists. Anyone who knows me will tell you that I'm a huge Van Gogh fan, so I ordered the "Van Gogh" sandwich that comes with oven roasted turkey breast layered on sourdough bread and lettuce, tomato, and mayo. The sandwich was good, but I have to say that proportions of the ingredients felt a bit off. I also noticed during the prep of my plate that the chips came from opening a bag (a bulk version similar to ripple chips you'd just buy at the store). In a cafe space like this, you can't necessarily expect people to be making everything from scratch... but I think it's just helpful to note to keep expectations in line. The drink that I ordered was made well (their beverage selection is at the very back of the menu). You can definitely tell that this is a community space, and it seemed like a number of locals filtered in throughout the lunch. There are notes on the tables that advise of a 90 minute limit for sitting at the table (not something I've ever actually seen before), and there's wifi available for use by customers. Perhaps an awkward experience was just related to the overall service? You grab a menu and choose your table if you're dining in, but you end up paying at the counter. Personally, if I'm going to sit down to eat then I'd prefer to have the check brought to the table and pay that way. The space is a bit cramped by the counter, so it seems like it'd benefit to minimize the foot traffic that has to wait there. And perhaps this is silly, but upon paying for the lunch, the server handed me my receipt and said "Just sign here", and then seemed to be somewhat... abrupt? I feel like I'm pretty low maintenance when dining out, but it just left me going "OH. Okay. Time for me to get out of the way" (it's worth noting that at the time, there was nobody waiting around, or to get to, the counter). Still, it was enjoyable to stop at Carol's Coffee & Art Bar. It's a more unique space with nice offerings.

very helpful staff with my wife's soy allergy…read more nice inside deco food was great, I would repeate

We were passing through so we decided to give this place a try based on the reviews…read more It was busy when we arrived but we were able to grab a table right away. The decor was rustic. We ordered and paid at the counter and they brought the food to our table. We ordered three pick-two combo. The sandwiches were average. The chili had way too much chili powder as that's all i could taste. No one finished their chili because of it. The Italian chicken trio soup was too acidy. The corn muffins were cold. I think they would taste better if served hot.

This restaurant embodies the feeling of when, as you go progressively further into more rural…read moreareas, everyone gets kinder and truly cares about you. The great staff, homey background, and absolutely delectable food are all to die for. Now about the food, I personally went for the jerk chicken, which if you have ordered before you know is usually either an overly spicy mess or the best decision you've made that week. Thankfully at MJ's it was the latter, with bursting spicy, sweet, and salty flavors that created heaven between 2 brioche buns. Also, the blue rice was a nice touch. Even the bathroom looked like a mini spa, with the sink looking like the material it's made of ends in "ite". Summarized, best restaurant ever. 10/10 recommend.

I'm not sure what I was expecting when my cousins brought me here for brunch but it certainly…read morewasn't tropical seaside on the river. The restaurant had a tropical shirt miami beach theme that made me want a golden girls kaftan. We had a larger party so we booked a reservation the night before. Our table was ready on time and we were quickly seated. Our sever was attentive and quick to get drink and food orders. I wasn't drinking but the tropical summer theme certainly carried over into their drink menu. I ordered the poutin-ish for my meal not quite sure what curry I would get and happily it was Japanese style curry sauce. It was a perfect meal for the morning. Would love to go back again sometime.

Small, cute place along our road trip through upstate NewYork. The waitress was friendly and…read moreservice was quick. Th e food was fantastic.

Best we have had in this area so far on this trip for breakfast. We have been to the famous family…read moreblue diner down the road and actually it did not impress. This place was admittedly understaffed for the rush that happened but they hustled through it fine. Coffee was good and food was very good. Nice atmosphere and prices were less than $20 for the two of us and we ate all we wanted. Stop by if in the area. It's worth it.

Well about a year later we tried Brickhouse once again. The place is clean as a whistle, and the…read morefolks are very friendly. Pizza, well the Hot Roni was ok, and certainly better than our last experience. The margarita on the other hand, was just terrible. It tasted and appeared as though they took crushed tomatoes right out of the can.. no spices and the cheese wasn't fresh motz not sure what it was. And a couple basil leafs chopped up. Just not a good rendition at all. $35 for two 12" pies... See pics. Two and done for me...

The inside is so nice. You can eat in or take out. We got take out. The staff is very friendly! The…read morepizza is so yummy I will definitely be going back.

Me and my dad had come here for lunch to celebrate Father's Day a little early. First of all this…read moreplace always smells good when you pass by on the highway it is serious like road side barbecue! There are many options and their menu can be found on their facebook. I will say it is a little weather dependent unless you want to eat barbecue under the pavilion in the rain but personally I think barbecue is best enjoyed in sunny weather. I got the pulled pork dinner with extra bbq sauce and fruit salad and potato salad. My dad got the chicken dinner with salt potatoes and Mac salad. Both dinners came with 2 sides. First off the portions are very generous you definitely won't leave hungry. The pulled pork was delicious and was gone in like 5 minutes! In my opinion the potato salad was a little I guess thick but that's really just a preference thing it was still really good! The fruit salad was pretty basic melons and some strawberries nothing special but again still good. My dad is a big fan of the chicken and this is like his go to bbq spot. The service was good and quick there's really not much of a wait after you order and the grill is full and visible as you go to order. If somehow you still want more after you can go to Big Dipper ice cream literally less than 50 ft away. I paid just a little under $40 and I do think there's a cash discount and I also left a couple bucks for a tip and we got drinks. Overall if you're looking for good legit bbq this is the place to come.

went here the other day, really enjoyed their pulled pork and half chicken, even the sides are…read moregood. Our kids enjoyed the food as well.

Pork pork pork and more pork! This place has a list of 10 or so pork sandwiches, plus a veggie…read moreburger for those who don't want meat. I've only tried the bahn mi but it was delicious! The pork was pulled style with an Asian profile of flavors. There was also some German bologna, which I don't think was really necessary but oh well. The sandwich was topped with a broccoli slaw mix, cucumbers, cilantro and sriracha. Yum! Everything was very fresh and flavorful. The only downside was the sandwich was kind of hard to eat because the roll was chewy. Just be prepared to get sriracha all over your face! The sandwich also came with a side of either baked beans or Mac salad. I tried the Mac salad and it was very good with fresh herbs and sweet pickle. On a side note, I had this sandwich as takeout so I haven't seen the shop itself. I don't know what gear they have, but I don't think they smoke the pork, so don't go here expecting a more authentic BBQ. That being said, I can't wait to try more!

The best kept secret in Owego, but hurry, it won't be that way for long. Back Alley Pig is an…read moreoutdoor dining experience tucked behind the Owego Kitchen. A simple menu consists of unique BBQ inspired delights including a Koren BBQ sandwich, banh mi, and the traditional all American pulled pork. Vegetarians and vegans alike will love the house made veggie burger that can be accompanied by any of the sandwich fixins. Portions are plentiful, service super friendly, and for $8 a sandwich what's not to love? Visit asap before the secret is out!