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    The Chief

    4.5 (28 reviews)
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    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Elizabeth H.

    Breakfast was as advertised, came out fast and delicious. Drip coffee was strong and hot, and came in the cutest cups! So glad to see they serve Clark's Chocolate Milk as well. A friend and I dined and chatted in the beautiful window seat. So comfortable, with friendly staff. Cannot wait to go back!

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    Bernard M.

    You never know where life takes you. Especially when hungry. Choices. Sometimes you aren't offered many palatable choices. Imagine you're in upstate New York. Traveling down I-88. You see this small town called Schenevus. On Main Street. Because in this small town, what else would the main drag be called? How many choices would you think you would have in such a small town? Well step inside the Chief Schenevus Restaurant and be surprised. Sandwiches. Baked Goods. Ice Cream. Even pizza. We had a variety of food - Rubens, quesadillas and wraps. All amazingly delicious and plentiful. So we took our leftovers - and two boxes of baked pastries and a cake - on the road. To see the fall foliage turn red, yellow and orange before our eyes. Service was terrific. And so was the whole experience. And where should we turn next? Life is full of pleasant surprises. Like this American flag flying delight in a small town. If you are in this neck of the colorful forests, I recommend you choose the Chief Schenevus.

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    Joan R.

    This is a home style, comfort food, small restaurant in the town of Scheneves named after an Indian chief .The front and back of the menu display information about the Indian chief , his daughter and legends of their life . Everything is homemade,many dishes cooked to order . Pastries, pies, cakes, breads are attractively displayed. The menu is not fancy and features homemade soups, chili, salads, breakfast and lunch dishes, burgers, wraps, sandwiches, etc. I opted for the chili and was told it was mild and if I prefer more heat the chef would add more spice to the recipe when served. I enjoyed my chili ,topped it with onions and cheese which cost a bit extra with sour cream on the side . It was most delicious . My dining made ordered the California Reuben a sandwich of turkey swiss cheese , sauerkraut on Kimmel rye He said it was very tasty. His came with a side, many choices but he ordered the potatoe salad which was very creamy and tasty. Portions were good, food plated nicely. Hot food came out hot . Prices very reasonable. The restaurant was filled with customers, and was clean and neat. The restaurant is closed mid December to mid March and normally closed on Tuesdays. We think a great little find on our way to Albany.

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    2 months ago

    Great place for breakfast & lunch & now pizza on Friday nights. Always look forward to going there.

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    8 years ago

    The food was pretty good, but the service was really slow. Also, I had to wait 10-1t min for a coffee refill.

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    14 years ago

    Great bakery and cafe. Food fresh and made to order quickly. Great stop while traveling down 88 with the kids.

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    Been coming here since I was a little girl. The best breakfast, so fresh and reasonably priced. Friendly staff and great service.

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    Great friendly stop driving along 88. Definitely recommend we stopped for a sandwich. Really nice cafe for lunch.

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