Haven't been here in a while but all of the buzz made me curious to go back. I was not disappointed. The highlight of the night was the great service provided by Kennedy. We were seated in a small dining room in the rear of the restaurant. It was very nice and not so noisy as the main dining room, so it allowed us to have a nice conversation. There are plenty of cocktail, wine, and beer options. I had a very nice martini. We started with acorn squash and onion dip which was topped with roasted chickpeas. Wouldn't unusual but delicious dish. To the restaurants credit, the menu appeals to everyone since it is so diverse. I ordered the salmon and it was perfectly prepared. The Caesar side salad was pretty small but tasty. This is a wonderful place to go with friends. You can depend on perfectly prepared food and service. A bonus is that the restaurant has a Facebook presence and an Internet site where you can book a table check out the menu and learn about changes in their hours. read more

The Cider Mill - Salmon and zucchini zoodles. - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Back in the day the Cider Mill used to be a great place for fish fry, bakery and apple cider. This was my first time visiting The Cider Mill. We made reservations we were seated right away. We ordered drinks a margarita and a craft beer. They were ok. I wanted to try the burrata with hot honey, peaches, candied pecans and mint. I also wanted to try the truffle arancini with garlic and parm. Both appetizers were fantastic! We ordered the burnt ends burger for dinner. It was huge! I could only eat a small piece. It was very good. The toasted bun was a nice touch. Service was prompt and very friendly. Overall dining experience was nice. Very enjoyable. read more

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This place seemed to be tuck away for some reason but thank heavens we found it...For Starters the Hostess referred us to wait at the bar until our table became available. It was well worth the wait...I indulged with a Long Island Ice Tea and oh man was it awesome. We were an out of town group of 6 celebrating a Graduation. The Bartender had excellent Mixology skills. The Cocktail menu had depth nevertheless I recommend the Long Island. The Menu also had depth with a variety of Fish Beef pork and Chicken. My choice was the Pork Chop and oh was it tender and perfectly seasoned. So now that my Daughter will be moving to Syracuse. The Cider Mill is a must!!! " Come Back to the Cider Mill!!! read more

The Cider Mill - Pork Chop - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

The Cider Mill is a favorite stop when we visit family in Syracuse. It is also located on land that was once owned by my wife's great grandmother who owned the original cider mill and saw mill that was located here along with all of the surrounding Hobbs Tract land. The restaurant is very comfortable. The service is excellent. The food is always fantastic. My go-to dinner is the Chicken Riggies as I cannot get it where I live. read more

We were really impressed with the whole experience at The Cider Mill. I've been wanting to try this place for a long time, and so glad we went! Loved the soft lit ambiance and fun music- the atmosphere was very romantic. For drinks, I started with the Cider Mill Manhattan and I also had a Paloma. Both drinks were really well made and tasted delicious. For food, he started with a house salad that he said was good. They gave us some bread and oil with herbs that was super flavorful, but a bit salty for me. I ordered the chicken thighs that were made with molasses and cinnamon and served with mac and cheese and veggies. I thought it was delicious- very flavorful and the Mac and cheese was creamy and fabulous. My boyfriend got the swordfish special and he loved it. I snagged a taste and the fish was perfectly cooked and nice and fresh. The server was fabulous and never missed a beat, and she even offered to snap some pics for us. We had a great evening and I can't wait to return! read more

Always amazing service and even better food! Never had one bad thing at Cider Mill! Their cocktails aren't our favorite but they can make anything. read more

The cider mill was a great experience with stellar food and really kind servers. We went for our friend's birthday, and while it was really expensive, the food was amazing. The inside of the place was really cute too. I would go back again just to try new food on their seasonal menu! read more

This was one of the best dinners I had in Syracuse! It's an unassuming location on the outside, but when you enter, you're greeted with gorgeous new American decor, all candlelit tables and incandescent bulbs, and a wide open seating area. They are offering dine-in seating during this time with all tables spaced far apart, and we felt perfectly safe during dinner. We were served by Ashley who was super warm and quick. We ordered the Heavenly Thighs and the Cider Pork Chops. My friend was wayyy too hungry and tempted by the chicken thighs to take a good picture and dove in haha. The chicken thighs hit all the right savory herb notes, and the pork chops were the exact combination of slightly sweet and meaty. The sides for the dishes were also amazing. I loved the mashed potatoes, and normally I'm not a fan of cabbage or mac and cheese, but I loved both. I kept stealing bites of my friend's mac and cheese! The portions are huge too. The desserts looked so tempting, but we couldn't stomach it after finishing off most of our plates. If I'm in Syracuse, I'm definitely coming here again. read more

The Cider Mill - Heavenly Thighs with Mac & Cheese - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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We went there in May of 2023 and everything was amazing from the food to the service! I know the owner and they go the extra mile to make it a great dining experience read more

This has been on my radar for some time. We went on grad weekend, so they had a fixed, Limited menu. My husband ordered the scallops. The table next to us also got them and my husband got about 1/2 the weight in scallops as the other person, so he wasn't happy about that. They both had 3 scallops but a big size difference. One would think that they would go by weight vs placing just 3 on the plate. I had the lamb chops. They were good but fatty. I feel like we can't speak to the true experience, since we were limited in selection. read more

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Best pork tenderloin I've ever had. I wish I could make a thick cut like that at home. Apple glazed flavor was awesome. All four of us enjoyed our meals. New York strip, another pork tenderloin and salmon. A bit more expensive than any type of chain restaurant but it was worth the little extra. It was crowded so I don't think it a hidden gem or secret but I haven't been there in a long time. Like pre Covid. It's worth the try if you haven't been there. read more

I enjoyed my dinner here tonight! The restaurant is on an off road so it is not something you would come across if you were just in the area. The outside looks like a barn but the inside is very warm, inviting, and cozy. There are two rooms- one larger dining room and one with the bar. There was plenty of room between the tables and candles at each one. I started with the blackberry cider. It was so delicious! Very sweet! Our waitress brought us focaccia bread with oil. The portions were large and well presented. I felt that each dish was unique. The strip steak was very large and cooked well. The mashed potatoes were also really delicious. Our waitress was very nice and took the time to split the check amongst us. There were a lot of delicious dessert options such as creme brûlée and donut a la mode. However, we were stuffed. We'll have to go back to try it out. read more

The Cider Mill - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Great place for a date night. Recommended to get reservations ahead of time as this place gets busy. During warmer months, there is some outdoor seating. Inside there are several different seating areas. Menu changes throughout the year to offer seasonal options in addition to lasting favorites. Las time we went, we got the bread appetizer which is a must and comes with dipping oil, the chips and queso which was ok but something I wouldn't get again and for dinner my husband got the steak and I got the chicken dish called heavenly thighs. Both main dishes were huge and very filling. We both liked the chicken the best, but the steak was good and cooked well. read more

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Great patio, yummy cocktails, nice service. The gouda mac and cheese is great. I got the pork osso bucco and it was delicious, but not out of this world. We started with the tuna tartare and the tuna was phenomenal. The sushi rice tots were a little too crispy without a sauce for me. This was a yummy meal which had some parts it lacked a little in, like the polenta could have been more flavorful, the pork could have been a bit more tender. Just little things, but overall great experience, the cocktails are amazing too. Burger was great: bone marrow aioli was delicious and nice crisp fries with the burger. Great restaurant, would happily eat here again. read more

The Cider Mill never disappoints! I've never had a meal here that is anything less than perfection. They frequently switch up the menu to offer great seasonal dishes and the service is top-notch. Cider Mill is also super dietary restriction-friendly! Their menu is marked with gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian options. My gluten free orange miso glazed salmon was excellent and they swapped out the rice pilaf for mashed potatoes. read more

The Cider Mill - Gluten free orange miso glazed salmon with fresh vegetables and mashed potatoes - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

I've been here twice and both times the food and service has been fantastic. A little pricier than a chain restaurant but not overly expensive by any means, and you get large portions. Inside is cute and quiet with plenty of seating. They also have a nice outdoor patio area if the weather is cooperating. I've sat in both spaces and they are both equally nice. You have to try their appetizer Sammy's Sprouts, which is their take on Brussel Sprouts as Buffalo wings. Have had that both times and it's amazing! My hubby had their sausage riggies and he raved about how good it was. I loved my dinner selections on each visit. They have a nice variety on the menu and it changes with the seasons. Great place for a date night. read more

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We made reservations arrived a few minutes early and our table was ready for us. We were greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere with a Christmas tree in the middle of the dining area and tasteful decorations around. Family and friends holiday dinner together was relaxing and enjoyable. Two of us had the paella and loved every bit of it from the mussels to the artichoke, calamari, shrimp, scallops,and rice ( we both took some home), one had the lamb chops very much enjoyed and take home too, one had the prime rib which was running out by 6:30 due to popularity according to our waitress, and was very pleased with the temperature and size. He enjoyed the garlic sauce but felt a little less would have let the prime rib flavor shine through. We were not rushed and enjoyed our evening. The Owner stopped by our table as well to be sure all was good. We will definitely return. read more

5 stars to this sweet joint! A great little spot for an elevated dinner if you want to get away from main Syracuse downtown/Westcott area. My aunt, her bf and I all went to a nice Saturday evening dinner @ this lovely joint. Reservations were easy to make- just follow their website! COVID precautions: outdoor seating available, servers all wearing masks, indoor seating was definitely distanced well from other tables. Parking: plenty of parking available. Got pretty busy Saturday evening and many spots were taken up. Ambience: I'd call it "cozy romantic" in a lodgey type space. The outdoor space has sweet lights placed up and outdoor heaters for chillier nights. For attire, seems like you can dress up or down. I'd recommend dressy casual. Menu: apps range from $7-$13, main plates from $15-$30. The menu had a few plates but seemed to have something that would fulfill anyone's tastes including chicken, beef, steak, salmon, pasta, burger, and a vegan option. We ordered the hummus of the day (beetroot), brussel sprouts, heavenly chicken thighs, chicken riggies, and creme brûlée and those famous apple cider donuts for dessert! I personally was a bigger fan of the deserts and apps than the main entrees but then again, I'm an apps and desserts kinda gal. Here's a breakdown for what we ordered: Apps: The beetroot hummus ($7): fresh and well seasoned, good texture, and the tastiest fried pita bread to pair with it. Brussel sprouts: in a sweet/spicy chipotle sauce, deep fried, and paired with blue cheese. Delicious! Entrees: chicken riggies with roasted chicken ($16): tasty pasta in a cream tomato sauce but nothing specifically to write home about. Heavenly chicken thighs ($19): came with gouda mac and cheese and tomato stewed greens. Personally, chicken thighs are a bit too soft for me so I wasn't blown away but the flavor profile was incredible! Beef brisket: came with a side of veggies and Mac n cheese. Aunt said it was incredible! Desserts: all I can say is *chefs kiss* creme brûlée: perfectly done, not too sweet with the perfect burnt sugar top. Apple cider donuts: GET THESE! I'm not a huge cider donuts person but they come out warm and toasty. Cocktails: can't remember the name of the first two but they were average. The pomegranate mule, however! It was refreshing and a lovely start to our palates. The total bill for 3 drinks, 2 apps, 3 plates, and 2 desserts came to just over $150 with tip. Really not bad for the sweet dining experience with good service! Come here for a date night, birthday dinner, or just to treat yo self :) read more

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All I can say is this place is amazing !!! I loved the ambiance, the service & the food was absolutely fantastic! The sea shell pasta dish I had was so flavorful & fresh I highly recommend The Cider Mill & know you will love it too !! read more

I was very impressed right from the start. We entered with a friendly welcome and my table of 12 were seated right away. Atmosphere is very cool. Everyone there were enjoying themselves. We started with a couple bottles of wine and some really nice cocktails. We then ordered some outstanding appetizers. Fresh garlic breads and oil for dipping arrived as well. We ordered some Arancini balls with pesto sauce and some of their famous Brussel sprouts. So tasty!! For dinner a bunch of us ordered their famous cheeseburgers. All were impressed. Others ordered chicken and sausage riggies. I ordered the Salmon Farfalles in a creamy veggie sauce. All came out perfectly cooked and piping hot. Dinners took a little while to come out of the kitchen because they were so busy. We didn't mind at all. Our server brought out side salads for all of us on the house. Finally we ordered a bunch of desserts to celebrate my fathers Bday. My dad loved them. All were really impressed. The servers were all very friendly and were very quick to attend to us. All in all it was worth the pricey menu. Come check them out. Make sure you make a reservation. Enjoy. read more

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Service was great, everybody was very friendly. Food was incredible, very fresh and flavorful. Small, cozy setting. Would definitely recommend. read more

The Cider Mill - Riggies w Sausage, Heavenly Thighs - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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This is a hidden gem right outside the city of Syracuse! It is set back on backroads where you can take in the beautiful greenery of upstate NY. Inside it is very cozy and comforting. Our waitress was slow with the water, but made up for it with her fabulous, friendly service! The homemade bread served with olive oil is to die for, sad you get charged if you order more, but I understand. We ordered the hummus and Brussel sprouts for apps. the pita was perfectly warm with a nice grill on the outside and soft on the inside, best pita ever! The Brussel sprouts had me asking the waiter for the recipe they were so good! My mom and I ordered the scallops with crab and lobster risotto special, which was perfectly cooked all around which is hard to do with scallops and risotto. They were generous with the portion and the amount of crab and lobster chunks in the risotto. My dad got the chicken which he really liked too. We ended it with dessert of course: apple donut and flourless chocolate cake. The chocolate cake was alright, the raspberry sorbet on too saved it because it was kind of too chocolatey and a little dry. The apple donut was warm and not too dense, and the ice cream complemented it very well. It was beautiful looking and was the sweet ending we needed for the meal! read more

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This was a great find on a Friday night. We had the deviled eggs to start which were amazing. My husband had the smokehouse sandwich which he loved and I had lobster mac and cheese. We finished with the donuts which were delicious. My only problem with my dinner was the pasta was good but way too many bread crumbs. Other than that everything was great and our waiter mike was amazing. Def give this place a try. Update: went again for our anniversary last night and it was amazing as always. Also they were holding a 6 course beer pairing that caught our interest. Apparently they do this once a month. We will definitely look into doing. read more

Great food and friendly, friendly staff. The atmosphere was great; nice lighting and craft cocktails amazing!

The food here is always amazing and the drinks are always great. My steak was cooked to the perfect temperature and had the most delicious mustard butter to go with it. I had the Cidermill in Manhattan, which I highly recommend. It was mixed perfectly, and tasted delicious. They have a lot of vegetarian options as well so it's a great place to bring my wife. I highly recommend you give this place a shot. It's perfect for a fancy date night or to celebrate any kind of event. read more

I had a really great meal here. My first time trying a fresh homemade Gnudi. This is a much lighter and fluffier version of gnocchi but ricotta is used instead of potato. Must try if it's still on their menu. The service was friendly and the place is great for a nice family gathering or a date night. read more

Got the pork shank with mashed potatoes and sauteed spinach; my boyfriend got the "heavenly thighs" with gouda mac and greens. They reccomend sticking with the given sides as they specifically pair them for the best outcome. Its delicious this way. Good gluten free options. Ask if some of the non-gf plates can be made gf (some of the plates are only non-gf due to a sauce or topping). We got 2 cocktails (Blackberry Marg and Purple Drink). We didnt enjoy either of them very much... Big beer and wine selection so Id probably just stick with that. BUt the food is totally 5 stars. read more

The Cider Mill - Pork shank (front); heavenly thighs (back) - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

So I've already reviewed this place but seriously, their food is so consistently great, I had to come back and post the pic of the scallop special for a month or so ago. Go, already! read more

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Food was absolutely delicious. Hands down a really interesting and well put together menu. My problem started with our 9pm reservation for a family of 6. With 3 tables open in the main dining area, our hostess decided to seat us in the back room with a large party of 20 people in what looked like a private dining room. Not sure what the thought process was, but after asking to be reseated in the main dining area; which btw still had the 3 tables unclaimed, our dining experience went from "we can deal with this" to "WTF just happened". 1. Wasn't given a cocktail menu 2. Waitress didn't ask if we wanted drinks 3. Our entrees didn't show up until 1hr after our order was taken! Food was delicious. The ambience was delightful (unless they stick you in the back room) Needs some serious management to help drive this business as it has potential of breaking through in the area. read more

This spot is a gem! They offer an ever-changing seasonal menu and on both occasions that I had dinner here the food was delicious. The folx I was with also loved their dishes. The space was great for an informal meeting, chatting, and overall good time. read more

It was a refreshing experience- all staff were friendly and attentive . Food was delicious. Love that they change the menu with the season. This is a place you can consistently get a wonderful dinner and equally wonderful service ! read more

Awesome seasonal menu options. Food is fresh, delish and fantastically plated! Staff are attentive and are eager to give you and your guests a one of a kind experience. read more

The Cider Mill - Bone-in, double-cut pork chop with mashed sweet potatoes, roasted Brussels & a cider reduction. . - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

The Cider Mill is probably my favorite restaurant in Syracuse. The menu changes seasonally and always have unique items I can't wait to try! They also list the allergens on the menu, which I love, and have many gluten free, vegan, and dairy free items. The duck is always my favorite, and I love the scallops, but everything that comes out of that kitchen is a pure delight. read more

Just incase anyone isn't sure, the Cider Mill HAS BEEN REOPENED. My wife and I went this weekend after finding out it was officially reopened. We wanted to make reservations, but they only take them for parties of 6 or more. It was a Saturday night, around 6 PM and the parking lot was completely full. Not one parking space available, so my wife and I basically made our own at the end of a row. We went in, and though the parking lot was full, our wait only lasted about 20 minutes. We looked at the menu before we sat, and there were a lot of tasty sounding options. Some are meals you would only see made at home, not really in a restaurant, so that was interesting. Everything is reasonably priced, affordable and nothing outrageous. The hostess was very nice, but the rest of the seating staff seemed a bit confused about where to go with customers - they've only been reopened for about two weeks, so we chalked it up to that. We were first sat at a high seated two person table, but then they switched us to a normal table, after the server suggested it'd be uncomfortable for us. The place is nicely decorated, but is basically a renovated house, so some tables are separated in different rooms and it makes the layout a bit odd and cramped for some of the tables. It's also EXTREMELY dim in the place. They keep the lights turned down VERY low, so it can be tough on the eyes. My wife and I both ordered bugers. She had a Carolina burger, topped with pulled pork, and I had a Hell Fire burger, with pickled peppers, spicy sauce, and fried banana peppers. They were both delicious and perfectly cooked. They came with fries, which were alright, nothing special. We also had their glazed apple tart for desert, which was tasty, but kinda lukewarm. Would've been better hot, but it was also HUGE. Plenty for two people to share and my wife and I couldn't even finish it. The service was good, our server apologized several times for the long wait, which wasn't long at all, by the way. Our food was on the table within maybe 15 minutes of ordering, so it was a completely acceptable amount of time to wait for a meal to be cooked. So everything's good for the reopened Cider Mill. Wish they'd turn the lights up, but that's just my preference. They definitely had a number of dishes that we want to try, so we'll be returning. read more

I wanted to like this place. The place itself was quaint. Mismatched tables and plates, etc. They ran out of most of their specials of course I didn't know and they had to come back and let me know after I ordered. So then I had to pick something on the fly. Never a good start. I had a Milano Mule that was delicious and expertly crafted. I should have quit while I was ahead. We ordered the focaccia. It was fine. But it wasn't focaccia, it was cold pillowy bread. It tasted okay. I had the house salad that was jammed into a weird little bowl/dish. The balsamic vinaigrette was bland. I wound up ordering the cheeseburger since I wanted one of the specials and ordered the pasta special and was then told later it was sold out. So I had to pick something quickly. The burger was tasteless and I don't think French fries were made there. They tasted like frozen fries from home. My date had the strip steak. He said it was just okay. He did say that the baked potato was exceptional. We were in and out of there in like 40 minutes. For the money, it just didn't feel worth it. We wanted to like it. Maybe it was an off night? I probably won't be going back. read more

We have had very good meals here previously. My husband ordered the BBQ Platter - 1/4 chicken + 1/4 rack ribs, corn on the cob, salt potatoes. The picture on the website displays a very plump chicken portion, possibly a drumstick and thigh and 2 half ears of corn. The meal he was served was maybe 2-3 oz chicken meat at most - teeny drumstick and something attached - should have triggered someone to question even sending out such paltry poultry. There was one half ear corn. He said it tasted fine - but if this was a 'quarter' chicken, it was the runt of the litter for sure! The lump crab salad was ok - no discernible taste of crab, overall lacking in any particular flavor. The Marguerite pizza app was delicious. Overall underwhelming compared to prior visits. read more

Food was good. Menu is small but has a decent enough variety. The atmosphere of the place is simple, nice, and clean. However, for some reason they have kinda annoying rap/techno/punk playing as atmosphere music. It makes for a disruptive talking environment. At one point it was loud enough to drown out our server. Servers are very good. However, service was not speedy and they weren't speedy to handle the check and things. Would come again for sure, but I'd listen for the music before I sat down. read more

The Cider Mill - Summer 2018 Menu - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Fantastic. My wife and I had a great time. Seafood chowder, poutine, lamb burger, surf and turf were outstanding. Service was professional and attentive. We will be coming back. read more

The Cider Mill - Jen with surf and turf. - Comfort Food Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Another fantastic night out! The outdoor dining tonight was just what we needed after a long week. Ashlie was our awesome server. The apps and main course did not disappoint. This hidden gem is much recommended. The service and food quality is always a touch above the rest. So happy they survived the shutdown of 2020. We will continue to support them. read more

For true food enthusiasts, this restaurant is a haven. The chef's dedication to pushing culinary boundaries and creating unique gastronomic experiences is truly commendable. read more