Wentt here for the first time for an early dinner with family from Florida. We ordered and found a table near the windows. The restroom was decorated with a bunch of photos and fun stuff on the walls, super cute. The service was friendly and quick. The food was fresh and super hot. I got the tender dinner with fries and Mac and cheese and the Mac was fantastic! The tenders and fries were good too. Hubby got the fish sandwich dinner and liked it but said the fish was kind of flavorless.. overall we'll be back and enjoyed it. It was a bit loud in there but it was also quite busy.

Doug’s Fish Fry was UNBELIEVABLE. Some of the best seafood I’ve ever had in my life. The workers were kind and service was prompt and superb. We got the scallops dinner and a fish plate and ho-ly-crap was it incredible. Some of the most tender scallops and fish I’ve ever had. They have several house made fresh sauces (including remarkable tartar and cocktail sauces) that perfectly compliment their food. The hand cut fries and freshly battered onion rings were to die for. And the view from the front window was so picturesque. If you are ANYWHERE within a one hour drive of this restaurant, please do yourself a favor and stop in. You won’t find better food, fresher fish, or more excellent service anywhere else.

Excellent customer service! excellent food excellent ice cream excellent restaurant Clean restaurant and Restrooms 1st time and loved it We got the Fish dinner with fries and coleslaw. Definitely we will go back Oh on the back of restaurant they have an EV charger lots of them!

Doug’s Fish and Chips was a delightful experience, with everything cooked to perfection and packed with flavor. The highlight was definitely the lobster roll rich, fresh, and buttery, it stood out as the star of the meal. The sauces were another standout, offering the perfect tangy and savory complement to the seafood. Both the crisps and onion rings were satisfyingly crunchy and flavorful, though just a bit on the oily side, which is expected and forgivable for this kind of hearty, indulgent comfort food.

A must visit if at Skaneateles. Everything on the menu was fresh and you can taste the quality. They make their own sauces, use local products and are very friendly. Large portion for the fish sandwich, the scallops were fried just right, shrimp was perfect. The coleslaw was the best I've ever had, it must have been just made.

This is hands down the best fried fish I've ever had in my life. I just swung dropped by on my way to New York. I will definately come again. The lemonade here is good took and love the choice of sauces.

Love this place for seafood! Loved the shrimp po-boy and gumbo was quite nice, different than I've had in the past. Fresh items change daily. Oysters today, scallops in a few days. The fish laid across the sandwich like a whale on a dingy! Great family that has been serving for many years. Go there for the food; the taste will overwhelm any expectations for ambiance. This is a great seafood "shack". If you have seafood allergies, they offered a few items (like mac-n-cheese) to satisfy my wife, but that is not their main purpose. Can't wait to come back!

The drinks were served quickly, they were delicious, and the prices are good. However wasn’t impressed with the Caprese salad and grilled cheese I ordered. Took them forever to make and the flavor was just not there. Save your money for their drink menu

After roaming the sunny but cool autumn streets of skaeneatlas it was time for coffee and some treats at the bakery. The Viennese swirl was amazing. The pastries simply crumbled and melted in the mouth. The cream with the raspberry jam just added to the deliciousness. The coconut covered donut was fresh. As was the drip coffee. Awesome experience. Wish they had kept the handwritten boards instead of the tv panels. Have taken off some points from the service as my better half had asked for a cookie to be warmed up which could have been just zapped in the microwave but a firm no nixed that. Would a 15s zap been that bad?

The Diner Breakfast Sandwich was the best I’ve had. Incredibly fresh, soft ciabatta roll. Heavenly aioli. Wife loved the blueberry scone. We’ll be back!

Very friendly staff and cozy place. The donuts are delicious and the chocolate croissants to die for. Recommendation: go early morning before the lines gets longer and longer

Had the bakery club and it was very good. The bread was delyand toasted to perfection. All the ingredients tasted fresh and the bacon was nice and crispy!

Fast service, delicious hot fresh-made cake donuts, delectable pastries, and great coffee! Great location right in the heart of the downtown area. 5/5 stars!

I am stating the obvious to anyone who lives in town, but the Skaneateles bakery is AWESOME! I eat there at least three times a week and it is always consistently excellent. Great breakfast and lunch sandwiches, I am eating one as I write this. The bake goods are also excellent and the staff and owner Chris, who is usually there , are always very efficient and friendly. They are never understaffed and always smiling. We are very lucky to have such a great place in our village! Shout out to Alicia, and all the staff for always being so friendly no matter how busy they are! Looking forward to my next visit!!

July 2025: we were visiting the Skaneateles area and wanted to grab a bite to eat downtown. Most of the top rated restaurants that were recommended were either fully booked or closed. We walked past Blue Water Grill and liked that it was on the water and they had one high top table open for two inside, so we took it. We were seated at a tabletop in the back of the restaurant in a corner across from the back bar. We both felt it was very warm inside the restaurant, it seemed like they didn't have air conditioning and it was 85 degrees outside. It was uncomfortable for us but we were hungry. The menu was large with a variety of items- from sushi, to hamburgers, to salads, steak, curry, pasta, and more. We ordered the Classic Napoleon and a few sushi rolls for dinner. I liked the Napoleon because I liked the combination of the pineapple, onion, and avocado. My husband thought it had too much red onion and needed a starch. The maki was okay. Overall, a nice place to stop if you want a variety of menu options and a decent meal.

Good food, drinks and service! Dined in the bar area for a relaxing meal after a 5 hour drive arriving into the area. This experience checked off all the boxes. Not our first time here, and it won't be the last. Started off with the brie appetizer. Super yummy! Could of had another order for the meal. Clams, burger and lobster salad were great! Sit by the window for a true downtown view.

Stopped for late lunch on a Sunday and waited in the lobby for 10 minutes with no hostess around to direct us. We went to the bar and asked and sat in there rather than a table in the dining room. The menu has a wide selection to fit your tastes-including a separate sushi list. The bar tender was attentive and checked in several times and was helpful with the sushi selection. We had SUMMER BERRY SALAD, CALIFORNIA ROLL, NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN SANDWICH, GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH. Everyone said their meals were delicious. I had the salad and the tastes were fantastic mixed together. The Nashville Chicken looked amazing too!

Stopped in for cocktails and lunch while visiting the beautiful Skaneateles lake. Our bartender and server Rosalie was awesome, food was good but nothing spectacular, we had the Tuna for an appetizer and shrimp tacos. Views are spectacular, definitely a must visit while in the area.

Josh M was an amazing server. The food was outstanding. We got the mahi-mahi dish, so many flavors and fresh. The kitchen was pretty busy, but we still got our food and a good amount of time. This is a staple in Skaneatles Will definitely come back!

We had about a 40 min wait. Chose to get a drink at the bar while waiting. Got our seats and ordered the baked Brie appetizer. Ordered dinner at same time. It took almost 30 min to get the app which had burnt candied pecans on it. About five min later our meals came. I chose the hot honey chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries. The breading and hot honey sauce was black and crispy burnt off the chicken breast that had been cut in half before serving. The chicken was leather. Sweet potato fries were mostly burnt black with very little orange showing. Very disappointing meal. Best part was the drink at the bar and the very sweet girls who were running the service.

Visited today for lunch from Scotland with my husband and son. Food was lovely with big portions and plenty of choice, especially if you like fish dishes. We had the steak tacos, bison burger, Nashville chicken burger and nachos. Such a beautiful location for a restaurant, next to the pier on the lake. Our table overlooked the lake which was gorgeous. Our server was attentive and friendly. Thanks for a nice afternoon 🥰

Located in the heart of the picturesque lake town of Skaneateles, The Lakehouse Pub offers a lively and casual atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors alike. The place was bustling when we arrived for lunch, with a laid-back seating style where you find your own table and place your order at the bar. Despite this informal setup, there were plenty of attentive servers circulating to deliver food and keep drinks topped off. This pub seems to be a go-to spot for libations and classic bar fare—perfect for those looking to unwind with comfort food and a drink. We opted for a lighter option, ordering salads instead of the heavier menu items. The greens and vegetables were notably fresh, which we appreciated. However, the chicken left something to be desired. It appeared to be pre-cooked and reheated, with a texture that made it tough to cut and chew. The Southwest salad in particular lacked the expected fajita-style flavor; the chicken was plain and unseasoned, which fell short of what the dish name suggests. The Lakehouse Pub has a fun vibe and great potential. With some attention to ingredient quality and a focus on enhancing the flavor profiles of each dish, especially the proteins, it could truly elevate its menu to match the energy of its environment.

This place is phenomenal! My family and I stopped in for lunch and we were extremely happy with the service and the food. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. I had the best shrimp tacos of my life! I am a home chef and take my food very seriously…I’m still dreaming about them!!! My husband was also very happy with his beef on weck. The place was cozy and clean and just an absolute home run all the way around! HIGHLY RECOMMEND ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I usually go on Mondays when their roast beef sandwiches are 1/2 price. What an awesome meal. Get there early because it gets super busy. A hidden little secret!

We went for a late lunch at 2 pm on a Friday. By that time the summer crowd was just beginning to thin and we were seated immediately. I ordered Buffalo chicken tenders which came with a side of fries. Although the chicken was plentiful, the over-cooked, dark-brown tenders were far from being tender. What made them just edible was the excellent buffalo wing sauce. The fries on the other hand were inedible. My guess is that they sat under a heat lamp so long they were dried out in the middle, limp, and only slightly above room temp when delivered. Our waitress was very busy and didn't check back with us after serving our food, so I wasn't able to point out the problem until the bill was presented and she noticed I hadn't eaten the fries. She apologized and kindly brought out an order of their excellent macaroni salad to go. My wife fared much better with a roast beef sandwich and a side of the macaroni salad. My feeling about this restaurant is that the kitchen does not practice adequate quality control and the wait staff are asked to cover too many tables, so your experience may be hit or miss. UPDATE-1: We had much better luck on our second visit to this restaurant during Skaneateles Restaurant Week. The french fries we're hot and crisp and the beef sandwich was excellent. Increased my rating from 2 stars to 4 stars.

It was okay. A bit noisy and dark inside, and not an extensive menu, typical grub pub fare. We had the turkey club and some fries, and the dynamite shrimp. It was pretty decent, and came with a view of lake, as we sat up front. Quick service, and decently priced.

In my whole life, I have NEVER had wings like this! These were unbelievable. Super crispy, while being saucy. Honestly the best Buffalo wings I have ever had. We were in town from Rochester for an overnight at the spa, but will certainly make a trip back to Skaneateles JUST for an order of these! Other than the wings, this place was super clean. The staff was friendly and fun. They were managing the capacity well and had dividers at the bar. It was a very comfortable outing for those that may be hesitant to get back out there.

Great spot, don’t go if your interested in a Syracuse university sports game on TV, 7:30 Sat night prime time and you don’t have the ACC network 🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️

This park is in downtown Skaneateles Right and Route 20... It was parking at a street there is also public parking behind the buildings across from the park... Small park with several benches or just bring your lawn chair and watch the boats come and go along with the birds... Bathrooms are in this park as well....

Beautiful park right near downtown. Well manicured, gazebo, veterans memorial. Public bathrooms. Great place to relax and enjoy the weather and the view.

What a gorgeous view this place gives its visitors. The water look like pool water. I never seen one of these Lakes and I was thoroughly impressed. We were just stopping by so we didn't stay long but I would definitely come back and hang out in this cute town. The park itself was super clean very inviting. You're not supposed to bring any picnic items or pets but that's probably also why it was so clean. Definitely come check this place out if you're in the area I believe it's one of the only parks that face the water. But I'm not 100% certain

Very neat little park on the shores of Skaneateles Lake, complete with a swimming area, and two docks. The water is definitely a little choppy for swimming (at least the day we were there), so keep that in mind. This isn’t a beach, but the grass area is perfect for picnic blankets and beach bags. Nice little veteran memorial park and garden area with a fountain as well. Staff was friendly. Note that the public restrooms are not in the park itself, but down the street. There is signage directing you. Something to keep in mind if you bring a change of clothes to swim.

Pretty place to sit and watch the boats and the lake. Peaceful.

Really nice park with access to a watched beach (5 USD /pers for non resident). The water is really clean and transparent. Plenty of trees to stay protected from the sun. And boat tours are possible. Really nice place!

The park has a beautiful view of one of the largest finger lakes. Was there for a antique boat show which was fantastic. There is also a tour of the lake by boat which is also fantastic. The boat trip was very pleasant, and wine and beer are served to your table.

Mindy and her team made an incredible cake for my son’s 1st birthday. It looked and tasted delicious, and the price was more than fair. Couldn’t recommend them enough!

We stopped by this charming place today. We were amazed to discover that such a magical and delicious place was hidden away. The staff was kind and the pastries were so delicious that we came back a few minutes later. I recommend everyone to come and visit.

I've been going to this bakery my whole life and the quality has never changed- they have my favorite bread in the world as well as top notch pastries. I'm writing this review because Mindy from Patisserie made my wedding cake earlier this month and did such an incredible job. She was so kind and easy to communicate with leading up to the event and delivered the cake seamlessly on the wedding day. The cake was gorgeous beyond our expectations and absolutely delicious! She also made gorgeous cupcakes for our guests in different flavors- we couldn't decide which was our favorite. Thank you so much Mindy!

I purchase a whole triburries pie when we visited the town whilev camping at Sampson state park. As a foodi person, the pie was one of the best. Huge thumbs up.

The pumpkin cream croissant is one of the best things I’ve ever eaten. This place is adorable, the pastries are fresh, and there’s lots of outdoor seating.

This bakery is so cozy, the bread is delicious, and the ladies working there are super sweet. You have to check this place out!

Mindy took my thoughts/ inspiration and created the most beautiful wedding cake for our big day. It looked absolutely amazing and tasted even better. Working with her was effortless. Could not recommend her enough.

We walked in at 7:30pm and found a seat at the bar. The restaurant is small and it was packed. I would have given Goldas a 5 start, but the restaurant was so loud you couldn’t hear yourself think. The food was worth putting up with the noise! The service was friendly and great!

Nice little place. Simple menu. Pizzas and sides. Nice selection of beers and wine. I got the sams favorite pizza was excellent. The risotto balls for an app. Everything was great. Oh yea and lemon mascarpone cake. Was awesome. Utica club avail as well so that's a plus.

Gilda’s is one of my favorite spots in Skaneateles. The thin crust pizza is light and full of flavor, and the arugula salad is always fresh and simple in the best way. My favorite part is sitting outside on warm nights with a view of the lake. It’s such a nice place to relax and enjoy good food.

Charming, small restaurant with a great feel. Small bar and only a handful of tables gives an intimate feeling and you can see into the kitchen at the corner of the bar. Nice wine and beer selection and a small but creative menu. Food sensitivities and allergies are listed clearly on the menu. Had the veal meatballs on the recommendation of a very friendly and good bartender, very tasty.

Outstanding pizza, service and atmosphere. Wasn't expecting A+ pizza in a vacation spot like this but it was amazing.

Cute little small plates/pizza place in Skaneateles. Gilda's is a "must stop" whenever we are in the area. Great selection of beer and wine, fun sodas, and the food.....yum. We almost always share the arancini and hot sopressata pizza. One day we'll try dessert! The staff is always extremely pleasant and efficient. Gilda's is small inside, but worth every bite!

A great place to brunch and lunch in Skaneateles. Fried chicken sandwich was amazing and the pizzas were very good too! Highly recommend.

Want to visit an upscale, classy, Mexican restaurant well......Elephant and The Dove located in Skaneateles, New York is the place for you! The inside is such a classy clean, neutral colors that are inviting. The second floor was my favorite as it has a large amount of natural light coming in. They have a basement for large private parties. They have seating for family like intimate dining. This restaurant feels like home! From the lighting that's unique to the wall art to the pillows on the chairs! There are two entrances one in the front that has an inviting home like cozy feel and then the back entrance that you can enter from the parking lot. The back entrance was a tad bit confusing to get to the main dining area however go through the front and exit out the back. The service was amazing. My server was prompt. She allowed me enough time to review my menu. She offered recommendations, and when I asked, for her honest opinion, she was able to assist me, and it did not fail. The food was amazing. I got the triple dipper which was a sample of salsa, guacamole, and queso. When I tell you, the guac was amazing with the right amount of garlic, and the queso was superb. It's making my mouth water just thinking about this appetizer and even the tortilla chips were the exact amount of salt and crisp. I got the Mexican mule to drink, which was an average drink. Nothing to talk about. My dinner was the burrito bowl and I got a side of Mexican street corn that was off the cob. The food was quick to the table. After ordering I cannot brag enough about how great the food was, and the service was great too! I highly recommend visiting Elephant and The Dove! I will definitely be bringing my family and friends here when they come to visit! To the owners you're doing a great job with food and service! I cannot brag enough about Elephant and The Dove!! Cheers🥂

Had an awesome meal & drinks with my wife! The vibe was great, the service was spot on, and the nachos were next-level—seriously some of the best we’ve ever had. Big thanks to Josh, the manager, who really went out of his way to make sure everything was perfect. He was incredibly hospitable & made sure we had a positive experience. Can’t wait to come back!

Great cozy place in a little cozy town. The food tasted great. The triple dipper was good, and we liked the salsa and the guacamole dips. The California burrito was amazing and well made. Similarly, burrito bowl was also great, although slightly more quantity of fish and rice would be great over the salad. The French fries were crispy and good as well. The service and staff were great.

Found this little gem on our four day trip to the Finger Lakes region. Skaneateles was recommended by friends so we spent a few hours there shopping. Heading back to our car thinking we’d have dinner back in Ithaca we walked past the Elephant & The Dove and decided to pop in. From the moment we walked in the entire staff was so friendly and welcoming! Our waiter Ryan was amazing!! He did not rush us whatsoever and happily answered all our questions. He even explained how the name and decor were an “ode to Frida Kahlo”. So beautifully decorated and the food…the best!! The Mexican pizza appetizer was big and delicious, so much on it yet not too much - the flavors were excellent! My Beef Birria tacos and my husband’s Beef Rojo Enchilada were so tasty! Oh and btw on Tuesday yummy margaritas are $5!! This was the best choice to enjoy my birthday dinner and drinks! Would highly recommend to anyone heading to the Finger Lakes - make the trip to Skaneateles and The Elephant & The Dove you wont be disappointed! If I didn’t live four hours away we would definitely be regulars!!

The restaurant is super close to Skaneatles finger lake. We’d ordered quesadillas, loaded nachos, burrito bowls, and chimichangas. The food was amazing. The prices completely justify the portion sizes. Cleo our waitress was super generous and checked in with us whenever we stopped eating! At the end, we requested some extra chips and she was kind enough to get a full box of chips to go! Kudos to you Cleo! Thank you for being a great host during our time there!

Had one of the most disappointing experiences here. I spoke with a manager (I believe his name was Kevin) and was shocked by how incredibly rude and dismissive he was. We were simply trying to make a reservation a week in advance for a wedding rehearsal dinner for 7 people - yes, 7 people! And were told they “don’t take reservations for more than 6.” However, he also stated they can accept a walk-in for more than 7. Please make that make sense. We were genuinely excited to dine here, especially with family visiting from out of state, and had planned to showcase Skaneateles over the next few days. Instead, we were met with zero courtesy, zero flexibility, and zero effort to accommodate a small group. I’d understand if this was a party of 20 - but seven guests?! That’s hardly unreasonable. The lack of basic customer service was disappointing and unprofessional. And for a place that isn’t exactly Michelin-starred, you’d think they’d value business from groups eager to spend money. Clearly, they don’t. Shameful experience and we’ll be taking our business elsewhere.

Never thought I’d find the best Mexican restaurant in upstate NY! The salsa and chips are obviously homemade - the salsa is so fresh with just a little spice. The chicken fajitas were soooo delicious! The chicken was shredded which I usually don’t like but I don’t know how they season it but wow! So good! The interior design is also fabulous. If in Finger Lakes area this is 100% worth the visit!

I had looked forward to staying and dining at The Sherwood Inn for several decades. I was disappointed. The Inn is beautiful and well managed. I would not say the management is personable. The restaurant though full to capacity every night is not a place to go for great food or service. Reviews dating back several years and recently document these issues that have not been corrected. The wait staff is lovely but the care of their diners is weak and requires much more attentive management. The best meal we had was one morning when the executive chef was on site and made our eggs. They were the best eggs we ever had in our life. Clearly the potential is available with the chef, but in our three day experience was not consistently executed in every detail. It is a beautiful setting on the Lake so even if these issues are not corrected people will continue to come.

Had lunch there. Beautiful little town. Great old hotel. Meal was decent. Traditional berry desert was fantastic. Unfortunately, the wait staff services was "meh" at best. If you needed something, and the person isn't your assigned server, you'll get completely ignored.

Great place to go back In time! A lot of family history at this property. Brook at the bar tavern was super nice and hospitable. Rooms were comfortable. Front desk check out needs attention in the process. However, this is a place that will always be memorable. And don’t forget to check out cruising on the lake on the Ben Wiles.

Driving through the town and decided to stop for Dinner at the restaurant.. the view was nice over looking the lake.. staff was friendly.. food LOOKED good, how ever when you order a medium rare steak at $44 from what supposedly is a high end restaurant... You shouldn't have to send it back to be cooked from being RARE AND COLD. But hey they didn't charge for my one cup of coffee. Nice drive to take but pick a different spot to eat at.

Even though we arrived at 8:30 p.m. for dinner (with the restaurant closing at 9), the waitress was kind enough to accommodate us. I ordered the Black Angus burger with fries—cooked perfectly—with amazing New York pickles and crispy, well-seasoned fries. I also had the house salad with blue cheese. I’ve been coming to this restaurant since childhood, and it hasn’t changed a bit. It’s still one of my top spots whenever I visit Central New York

Visited the Sherwood Inn Tavern in July and August this summer and both experiences were disappointing. From the service to the food. The portions of food were cut in half. The steak sandwich was half the portion I received when I ordered the same meal in the early Spring, but the price didn’t go down. The potatoes were hard and lukewarm warm at best. The service was spotty. Both times had to inquire about our food several times and I went to the bar to get drinks because the first round took forever. Don’t plan on going back there any time soon

Extremely disappointed. We drove over an hour and twenty minutes for my mother’s 89th birthday lunch, only to be stuck in the very back of the restaurant — right next to the service station — on a quiet Tuesday in the off-season. The place was nearly empty, yet somehow we got the worst seats in the house. We asked twice to move and were flat-out told no because we didn’t have a reservation.The restaurant stayed half-empty the whole time. Only after the manager overheard us complaining did she come over and offer to move us — when we were already finished eating. By then, the damage was done. What should’ve been a special birthday turned into a completely avoidable disappointment. we should have declined table walked outside made reservation ask for nice table and walk back in problem solved learn from our mistake. Never again .

Definitely a different type of menu. Had to read each caption to know what to order. I had garlic bread stuffed sirlion with a red sauce over it. Hubs had swordfish. Interesting place with writing all over the walls. It was a unique experience. Had the orange creme brulee - excellent dessert If you are looking for an experience for dinner and arent afraid to spend $$, its definitely worth the trip

If I could give 6 stars for the service, I would. The best service I have ever experienced. The food was fantastic, and we were served quickly, but we were not rushed at all. The bread was fabulous, and you can buy a loaf at the bakery before 8 p.m. The best chocolate cake I have ever ordered. I highly recommend and we look forward to visiting again. Thank you for a great night out!

Wonderful place to have dinner - with friends, business partners, family, even alone. Food is fabulous - I had a chicken dish and my friend had a beef dish. Our doggie bags were swans! So cute! Waiter was friendly, shared some of the restaurant's backstory. Great Italian food, wine was wonderful as well. Outside space is inviting, fireplace roaring when we left. Really nice place - will be back, for sure.

We enjoyed our experience place Rosalie. Food and drinks were fantastic. Service was great and love the atmosphere of the restaurant.

Rosalie’s Cucina is one of our go-to spots in Skaneateles for gathering with friends and family. The warm, inviting atmosphere, attentive service, and consistently outstanding food make every visit feel like a special occasion. We absolutely love it.

We live in Newfield NY but travel to Rosalie’s at least 4 times a year. We have never been disappointed. The food and deserts are excellent. The bread, of course, is such a treat when we sit down. Their steaks are always cooked perfectly. Last night I had the butternut squash soup. Perfection. So was the Harvest Mule cocktail.

Our school scheduled Rosalie’s Food Truck to come provide us lunch. It was fantastic! I had the Fried Chicken pickle and slaw sandwich..killer!!! D E L I C I O U S and full size portion as if I was dining in. Menu options were a nice and unique change up. Service was fast and super friendly. I highly recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️