I really needed some protein for breakfast for my body before we could go to a wine tour. This…read moretiny diner we found on a map was actually open unlike some others listed. It was run by an older couple and they had a sign on the door to announce how service would take a while . We were willing to wait and we enjoyed chatting with the female owner and some of the other patrons at the counter. It was totally worth the wait For our 3 egg omelettes, and great coffee. If you are capable of waiting for them to do their. Job, you will not be disappointed. A great place to know about on the eastern side of Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes.

Should have known the vibe when the sign on the door says we cook our food to order so things take…read moretime... walked into every table take. but one and every other counter seat taken. Stood in the doorway for a good 4 minutes before getting acknowledged. The lady finally asked the one other worker to clean off the table, took around 5 minutes before getting Sat. As we were waiting for the lady to come over for our drinks and food order we noticed that no one in the place had food. A family of four came in and they were told it'd be about an hour for a seat. Finally we were able to have the lady come over for our order, I ordered home fries and the lady said they just sold out. She's asked if I wanted anything else and I proceeded to say no. She's like oh you don't like breakfast food, I said I just wanted home-fries. She did ask if I wanted lunch instead. I said no thank you. We needed up leaving in awe that a diner would have run out of home-fries by 11am when no one in the restaurant had appeared to have ate. Not sure how this is so highly rated. Very disappointing. Ended up driving 40 mins to another place.

We called 3812 Bistro on an evening to make a reservation. The host mentioned they may be full at…read morethe main seating area, hence confirmed a spot at the covered patio. This is a restaurant connected to Lakeside resort and the residents dine here. We were not staying at the resort. When we arrived, we were seated promptly. We had an awesome view facing the Seneca lake and Hector falls. From our seats, we saw the rains come in. We had light jackets and were able to have an awesome dinner. For the dinner, we had scallops for appetitizer, seared salmon, fish tacos and chicken parmesan. For dessert, we had bread pudding and cheesecake. All delicious and cooked to perfection. They have a puppy called Rocky who visits each table! Well mannered puppy!

We enjoyed a light dinner at 3812 Bistro. The view from the back patio of the field and Lake were…read morebeautiful. The service was friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the Burger and Cuban ( on GF roll) and the hand cut french fries. Dog friendly for people with a furry friend with them. They even had a Doggie menu!

Great simple spot with deli sandwiches, baked goods, and great wine. There are two buildings, one…read morewith food and the second being the wine tasting. The staff were all kind and very helpful. We went on a Wednesday, and there were a few stragglers but it was a small wait for food (totally worth it) and quick pours (I'm not complaining about that). It's only 13 minutes north from Watkins Glen, which made the drive back towards the gorge much more enjoyable. We started our wine tasting at Tabora. It was so enjoyable that I bought a bottle on the way out. Would do this again and would recommend for an affordable, picnic style, and an easy wine tasting.

Customizable tasting flight with a friendly staff. We originally did not have this on our list of…read moreplaces to go for tastings but stopped by because of their gluten free food options for a member of our party. The quiches were amazing particularly their cheddar and mixed vegetable one. There is an adorable store inside with many baked goods and plenty of meal options. The staff is nice is both the bakery and the wine store. They are helpful and kind. Their barrel aged aurore was so pleasant and light but round and smooth. We came 3 times for the food.

I was camping at Keuka Lake State Park and needed some good breakfast and coffee. This place popped…read moreup with a lot of reviews and was about 20 minutes away! Lots of parking but it gets pretty busy. The restaurant is fairly small so seating can be limited. There is additional outside seating. They also have a general grocery store with some unique items. Coffee was good, my breakfast sandwich was awesome with bacon & ham and I should have bought more fry pies from the grocery store. I had a great visit! Looks like typical breakfast is in the $5-$10 range.

What a goldmine for breakfast, lunch & snacks! Service was so friendly. Lots of options for picky…read moreeaters

Not much to look at from the outside but breakfast was amazing…read more Sadly this is the last week of business.

This is between 3 and 4 stars. The food is very basic, but filling and cheap. Lots of locals were…read morein attendance, as opposed to tourists. My big complaint is it was cash only. Since the food was cheap that wasn't a problem but it was inconvenient.

Here is definitely a place you don't want to review so it doesn't gain too much attention. We…read morestopped for breakfast on a Sunday. They have a lot of great staples but they blew me away with the specials. Fresh gumbo and chilaquiles were on the board so I decided to snag those since they were of note for the weekend. The gumbo was so fresh and flavorful and the chilaquiles were great and I added their fresh chorizo too. There's plenty of baked goods to choose from and even take home. Service is so warm and kind and you can see the kitchen for a home cooked feel. This is a GREAT stop in the Fingerlakes

We just went here for the first time. Our usual breakfast place, Toni's was short on help and the…read morewait for food was at least an hour so she told us about this place. We were not disappointed. My wife had huevo rancheros, my son had French toast, and I had a special that had a Mexican influence that was really good. Everyone was very pleased with their food. Indoor and outdoor seating. The one downside is it doesn't open until 9 which is a bit late for me but well worth it if you can hold off breakfast until then.

Awesome little breakfast/lunch spot along the highway. Service was very friendly and a local feel…read more Not too extensive of a menu but good options nonetheless including vegetarian/vegan! Had the breakfast panini, which was heavy and filling but delicious. Also had the Mediterranean sandwich which was light, refreshing and flavorful. They also sell jams, honey, small items, etc. I recommend stopping by at least once if you're craving a sandwich, salad or wrap and are in the area! I would definitely stop by again if I am in the area.

Yesterday's Roots is a combo coffee/breakfast/lunch/mini market between Magnus Ridge and Fulkerson…read morewineries on Route 14. My husband and I stopped here for coffee and lunch on our way to Watkins Glen. Local products were for sale, such as fruit, vegetables, honey, cheese, soap, and fresh cut flowers. I ordered the veggie lovers wrap (which came with a bag of chips) and an iced coffee. Hubs got some sort of sandwich and a cold brew. We took our lunch to go as we were eager to get to our destination, but there was at least one picnic table outside we could have used. It's a very friendly and charming place, prices were reasonable and the lunches were good. Both of our coffees however, were strange-tasting. I'd seen other reviews of the great coffee here, so perhaps it was just an off day in that regard.

I ordered the chicken schnitzel and a ginger beer. The sandwich was delicious, perfectly cooked and…read morewell dressed with sauerkraut and Dijon mustard. The view of the lake was peaceful. The best part of this restaurant was their waitress. I didn't catch her name, but she was incredibly kind with a brown ponytail and sweet aura. She can tell I was traveling alone and gave me a list of all the places to check out in the area! I'm so lucky to have met her and plan to check out recommendations from her list

We spent a few days visiting Seneca Lake. After hiking Watkins Glen, we wanted a place to grab a…read morequick bite to eat. We found the Elf in the Oak on Yelp and once we saw the menu, we knew we had to give it a try. The Elf in the Oak is nestled on Rt 414. If you're not actively using a GPS, you may pass it by. It's not a large place by any means, but there's more than enough seating indoors and out. We went on a Friday morning, so there wasn't a wait and we received our food quickly. We both wanted 'the Spicy' and I have to admit, it's one of the best egg sandwiches I've ever had, which is high praise coming from someone who once worked at a popular bagel joint on Long Island. If we lived locally, we'd definitely go back, but I hope if you're looking for a quick casual brunch place to grab a bite, you consider visiting the Elf In The Oak.

If you're ever in this town and you don't stop here for breakfast you will have lost out. A step…read moreback in time where people are pleasant the food is fantastic and the ambiance is Mayberry the only thing missing was Andy lol. AMAZING and the prices are very generous. Enjoy folks

While on a drive around Lake Seneca, we searched for a lunch place. Rylee's popped up and we…read morealways go off Yelp recommendations! This lovely, family roadside diner is a real gem. Open for Breakast and Lunch, with tasty choices and amazing prices. We are burger enthusiasts so we had lunch, but the breakfast options looked fabulous. Stop in for a family friendly place. You are greeted by the owners and will love the atmosphere. Say hi to Lester!

We had excellent service here and a nice meal…read more We chose: - Butternut Squash Cream Soup - Strawberry Salad with Mandarin Orange and Salmon -Cobb Salad The bread bowl was stellar and the interior is nice and cozy. Some tables have water views. My friend has a soy allergy and our server was really good about checking items for her. That allergy can be tough.

When we travel, we always treat ourselves to a 'fancy' dinner where we splurge a little bit more…read morethan we would normally. After a not so great experience at Sapalta, we were a bit rushed to find a place for dinner on a Saturday night, which is no easy feat on a summer night. Considering the yelp reviews missed the mark with Sapalta, we figured we'd take a chance on Blue Pointe Grille and as soon as we walked in, we knew we had made the right decision. Firstly the wait staff were so kind and attentive. I wish I knew the name of our waitress, but right away she made us feel welcomed. She started us off with a bread basket and we had a couple of cocktails. For an appetizer we tried the fried calamari, mainly because I'm a sucker for banana peppers (or cherry peppers) with calamari. The calamari came with a pepperoncini and caper lemon aioli, which it didn't need but it was a nice twist considering most places will serve calamari with marinara. For dinner we split a bottle of wine, and opted for their catfish special and their chargrilled frenched pork chop. I was advised that the pork chop was a large cut of meat and would take some time to cook through which was fine because we had opted to sit outside and were delighted to watch the sunset. The entrees were excellent, and came out quicker than we expected. Overall, we had a great experience. If you have the chance to sit out on their patio, I definitely recommend it as you'll get beautiful views of Seneca Lake, and the boats coming into dock. Afterwards, I recommend taking a stroll down the pier to take in the sights. I'm glad we ignored the yelp reviews and opted to dine at Blue Pointe Grille.