Wonderful bar for drinks. I've been here a couple times and have sat both inside (darker, moodier,…read moremore intimate) and outside (livelier, great when the weather is nice, more relaxed). Very unique cocktails! My first visit, I tried the ruby slipper, braulio sour, and the mango lassi. The mango lassi is incredible! It is my favorite drink at Argos! The ruby slipper and braulio sour were also quite tasty but I preferred the ruby slipper a tad more. My second visit, I tried the grapefruit soda (not artificial tasting at all), the Shark Juice (tasted a bit too much like cologne, wasn't a fan), and the Gigi (couldn't taste the hojicha, liked the concept more than the execution). I would get the Gigi again, but would pass on the Shark Juice. Sitting inside, I enjoyed the quieter and calmer atmosphere as well as the soft lighting. The interior decor is very cosy and slightly eclectic. I came with a friend on a weekday evening and it was pretty empty which was nice. The outdoor patio space is very nice- I like the lanterns on the walls and the whole space is quite charming. I left with a few mosquito bites though. Overall, I would recommend Argos Inn!

As the weather warms up make your way to Bar Argos! They have a quaint outdoor patio with tables…read morelarge enough to accommodate larger parties. While sitting under their string lights enjoy a craft cocktail (or a couple) while catching up with old friends. Of the multiple cocktails we had there wasn't a single one we didn't like. If you find yourself having a hard time deciding, ask a friendly server for a recommendation!

Excellent atmosphere, totally cool spot with quite an exotic wine selection and solid scotch menu…read moreas well.

Eleanor's Place is an island of quiet and calm amidst the bustling hubbub of modern-day Ithaca. On…read morea given Friday evening you can find a close-knit cohort of graduate students enjoying the cosy ambiance of this well-stocked watering hole. Eleanor's Place offers a wide selection of whiskeys and wines, sometimes supplemented by an interesting assortment of Asian foods. The decor is calm and relaxing with mix of bright whites and earthy brown and the occasional splash of red. The seating is a bit limited, but mostly adequate. The main room features an interesting water feature in the corner which can provides an interesting distraction and fill the awkward spaces sometimes left by a lull in the conversation. Eleanor's Place is not somewhere to look for a raucous party or crazy dancing. But if you're in the mood for a quiet gathering of friends, good wine and maybe a game of poker or checkers, you can't go wrong with this local haunt.

We stopped by this cute wine bar on a recent trip to Watkins Glen. It has indoor seating and…read moreoutdoor seating, and a bar. I have not tried any of their wines, but the cocktails are great. Some popular standards and more unique drinks like the lavender vodka based cocktail I tried. Service is excellent. Definitely worth a stop whether you're in town or elsewhere in the Finger Lakes.

Our airbnb host graciously gifted us coupons for a tasting at J.R. Dill, and while exploring…read moreWatkins Glen before our boat tour, we noticed they had an outpost in the area. We stumbled in and learned they had just opened like a week prior - amazing timing for us! While it would have been cool to see the actual winery, this location was so convenient for us, and it was great to be able to cash in our coupons here. The space, as mentioned, was brand new and beautiful. I loved the exposed brick near and around the bar, and the quasi stained glass lighting was a unique touch. The wine bar is accompanied by a small shop where you can not only purchase wine but also buy locally made goods and a "make your own bouquet" area! A wonderful touch. We sat at the bar to enjoy a few tastings, and we were served by the owner (love when owners actually interact with customers and play the role of servers!). We enjoyed learning his story (originally from near Philly, so an automatic connection), hearing about this new location (they are planning to have a few hotel rooms above the wine bar), and sampling a variety of their wines. We also struck up conversations with some other guests at the bar, learning about their stories and getting their recommendations on places in the area. The wine was solid, too - a great variety to choose from, although the actually winery likely has more options to select. We particularly liked the cab sav / cab franc blend and the chardonnay (usually not a chard fan, but theirs was a great take on it with like 0% butter flavor). As most places in the FLX region, the wine was great but it was truly the hospitality and conversations that made this a memorable experience. We would love to visit the actual winery and try other varietals on our next visit, and we would also love to stay at the soon-to-be hotel rooms at this wine bar! Thanks for a great pre-boat drink and conversation, JR Dill!

29 Neat is our favorite cocktail/bourbon bar period!  This…read morewas the second year in a row we were fortunate to have our trip to the finger lakes fall on their opening weekend!  29 Neat is the type of bourbon/Cocktail bar where anyone can stop in, feel welcomed and relax. There is good music playing and the bartenders are amazing. Very friendly, good humored, and very knowledgeable not only about the drinks/booze, but about the surrounding area.  The menu is a leather bound book containing pages of bourbons from hard to find to every day favorites. In addition to the bourbons they also have a nice selection of Tequila, vodka, scotch and wines.  They also have an amazing craft cocktail list. Every drink we've sampled from the list has been amazing and reflects positively on the talent of the bartenders.  These are truly craft cocktails that are perfectly balanced and flavorful.  If you are looking for a place to relax and have amazing drinks, 29 Neat is the best place around.

Best service in town. Beautiful building with indoor, outdoor, and rooftop seating. Very…read moreprofessional and well-done establishment. Bartenders are knowledgeable and not grumpy. The place has an extensive menu and even beer on tap. We did not order food because we had just eaten a large dinner. They have a wide variety of bourbons at different price ranges and their menu cocktails are reasonably priced. Go there now if you want a great experience in Watkins Glen.

Had the girls come in town for a wellness weekend of Yoga, sounds baths, cheese tastings,…read morewaterfalls, and the lake. I live in Hector and have been to Lucky Hare a couple of times. Once for a bonfire! Lol It's a local thing. They have a wonderful casual deck. I love sitting out there. On this last visit, we skipped the beers, and went straight for Babe's burgers. They are stationed on the deck. I ordered their burger with carmelized onions, tomatoes, and lettuce. Pickle on the side. The tomato was a farm fresh Tomato which is AWESOME! It was a local farm grown tomato, and the burger was delish. We ordered a small fries, and 3 of us shared them, and still threw some out. Yes, a small is that large. They don't sell drinks at the babes burger window. We got those at the bar. They had a free water jug, with plastic cups. I ordered a Waterloo sparking water, one friend had regular water, and the last had a soda. Because the owner makes their own beer there. I highly recommend checking them out, for beers and burgers. We didn't order any this time, because we were getting ready to go on a long drive. But....Since I live there, I can confirm their beer is worth it! I love their casual atmosphere, it's a great place to go to talk and dine. It's a local place, so it wouldn't be awkward to see go there and run into friends and start combining tables. Everyone is super friendly, so if you're ever lonely or bored, it's a great place to stop by, and hang out, you're almost guaranteed to make new friends. Parking can be tricky if they are busy, but people park on the street as long as they don't block any cars from getting by. I also love that they allow dogs, on leash, and they can't beg. Common sense rules, so don't leave your dog at home. Bring them out!

First night in the area so gave this place a try. Food was pretty good, nothing great. Service and…read moreenvironment was way better than we expected. The craft beer I had was as strong as I hoped for.

6pm paid $30 for 2 orders of clams. Stone cold and the…read morebutter was jelling up. Ordered a cheese burger from the bar. No table service said the waitress walking around. Burger was served cold. Seems like the owner only cares about is giving new customers a reason to never go back.

Great neighborhood joint! This place can get really busy at times but the staff is always on point…read more It can get lively and loud in there but it's not bad. There are tv's around the restaurant/bar area showing different things. Ample parking is available. They offer a large menu of items to choose from. They have so many combinations of wings. I have tried several variations and they have all been great. I enjoy coming here and will continue to do so. I do have a few bits of constructive criticism. They need stronger guest wifi and a better wine selection. I'd spend more time and money there with those two things added alone. Also, the BLT is sad. It's mostly L and T. Only one slice of bacon on each half. That was a bummer. The burgers and wings don't disappoint though!

Nice atmosphere. Best to order the simplest foods on the menu as this is really more of a cafe. The…read moremenu is a bit too ambitious for the restaurant.

What a quaint spot! So much greenery! I sat in a gorgeous corner by the window. It felt so luxe…read more The lavender mocktail was delicious. I ordered a vegetable flatbread and it was so good and healthy. The staff were upbeat and friendly.

3 on the food 4 on the bowling…read more Bowling is old school. You take the score and the lanes are simple, but thats what I like. There are about 7 lanes total. On a Friday night it wasn't too busy to walk in and grab a spot. You do have the option to grab apps, meals and drink. The food wasn't bad but it tasted average. I had a mushroom burger which was good but I really thought the peppers took away from the flavor. My hubs had the chicken sandwich and thought the chicken was just so-so. Staff was super friendly and down to earth. Very helpful. Overall, we liked our visit and really made for a casual date night. I would recommend a visit!

The tofu dish was an absolute stunner, and it matched the pizazz of the Atlas bowl-whose decor was…read morenot as bright as the friendly staff-dude poured me my ginger beer! We don't get out often-and this time was so spot on it was a happy date!