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Take the Culinary Challenge
Yumm - Go for it! The many eateries, wine & brew trails, and pubs scattered throughout the State serve up a delicious variety of traditional as well as regional cuisines ranging from farm-fresh to international to exotic.
When you're on vacation, dining takes on a whole new meaning. It's all about the unique flavors, ambiance, and smiling faces around you. Discover Upstate's 'down home' cooking, where REAL tastes Better !
Search for Restaurants & Pubs
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> 110 Grill at Destiny USA
9090 Destiny USA Drive, Syracuse, NY 13204
This chic and casual chain restaurant serves up contemporary American dishes packed with flavor in an inviting atmosphere.
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> 7 Kitchens Buffet
Showroom, 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478
This casino resort restaurant offers seven market-style stations serving a variety of quality artisan cuisines prepared by Turning Stone’s award-winning culinary team.
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> Alto Cinco
206 S. Warren St., Syracuse, NY 13202
Otro Cinco serves up a blend of Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine with a large tapas menu intended for sharing as well as a variety of smaller entrees.
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> Apizza Regionale
260 W. Genesee St., Syracuse, NY 13202
This warm, Italian restaurant and pub serves up wood-fired pizza along with a rotating lineup of seasonal antipasti, salads, and pasta.
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> Bullfinch Brewpub
306 Hiawatha Blvd., Syracuse, NY 13204
Located inside of the famous Destiny USA mall in Syracuse, Bullfinch Brewpub features a variety of craft beers on tap including several of its gold standard beers along with unique seasonal beers...
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> Craftsman Wood Grille & Tap House
7300 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville, NY 13066
Limestone Grille and Bar, located at the Craftsman Inn in Fayetteville, is just 8 miles from Chittenango and serves up innovative and contemporary American cuisine.
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> Darwin on Clinton
211 N. Clinton St., Syracuse, NY
With what they call an "evolving menu," Darwin's offers unique and interesting sandwich options that are constantly changing.
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> Destiny USA Restaurants
9090 Destiny USA Drive, Syracuse, NY 13204
Located on the shores of Onondaga Lake in Syracuse, Destiny USA is the largest shopping center in New York State and the sixth largest in the country.
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> Dinosaur Bar-B-Q
246 W. Willow St., Syracuse, NY 13202
Make no bones about it, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que in Syracuse has the best ribs & sauces. It was named #1 on Good Morning America & The Travel Channel.
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> Emerald Restaurant at Turning Stone
5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478
Open 24 hours a day, the full-service Emerald restaurant serves up casual fare in a comfortable, relaxed setting.
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> Funk ‘n Waffles
307-313 S. Clinton St., Syracuse, NY 13202
While known for its sweet and savory waffle combinations, Funk ‘n Waffles also offers a full and diverse menu sourced from as many local and organic suppliers as possible.
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This intimate, family-owned restaurant offers upscale modern Italian-American cuisine served up with flavor and flair.
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> Hops Spot
116 Walton St., Syracuse, NY 13202
A kid-friendly restaurant featuring poutine, grass fed beef burgers and a wide variety of craft beer. Also available are wine and cocktails.
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> Jake Hafner's Restaurant & Tavern
5224 W. Taft Road, Syracuse, NY 13212
Always hopping, this rustic lodge-style sports bar & grill offers an American menu featuring fresh steaks and seafood, inventive pasta dishes, signature salads and soups and more.
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> Joey's Italian Restaurant
6594 Thompson Road, Syracuse, NY 13206
Since 1982, Joey’s Italian Restaurant has offered up an extensive fine dining menu featuring house-made pasta and sauces along with veal, beef, poultry and seafood
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> Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub & Restaurant
301 W. Fayette St., Syracuse, NY 13202
Offering a comfortable, friendly Irish pub and restaurant environment, Kitty Hoynes caters to families and people of all ages, serving fresh Irish food in true Irish pub fashion.
