In Finger Lakes Wine Country there is a wonderful variety of places to eat, ranging from simple bistros to more upscale dining establishments. Many restaurants are committed to culinary excellence through the use of local, fresh food products and New York wines. A local organization, Finger Lakes Culinary Bounty, links farms and food producers to local restaurants and chefs to provide the best, most integrated cuisine experience possible. It is this firm commitment to the freshest and best ingredients that makes the Finger Lakes wine and food consistently delicious.

Upcoming Key Event: Finger Lakes Wine Country's Restaurant Week Challenge, June 18 - 24
Restaurants throughout the Finger Lakes will offer a three course prix fixe menu made with 100% Finger Lakes ingredients and served with 100% Finger Lakes wines. The menu price has been set at $39.00 per person (plus tax and gratuity) and $15.00 for a three glass wine flight. Learn more >

Winery Restaurants
Enjoy a savory lunch at a lakeside bistro or a sunset dinner overlooking a perfectly ordered vineyard as you pause from a leisurely day of wine tasting. Many Finger Lakes wineries include intimate cafes or charming bistros where you can pair the finest New York wine with great food. Learn more >

Fine Dining Establishments
Wind down a busy day of museum-going or antiquing with a romantic dinner for two at an intimate fine dining establishment.  Enjoy gourmet cuisine created by local executive chefs perfectly paired with Finger Lakes wine.  Learn more >

Casual Dining
Those craving a brick-oven pizza or a bowl of homemade soup won’t be disappointed when they choose to dine casual in Finger Lakes Wine Country. Here, casual doesn’t mean that we compromise quality. You can enjoy the very best wine and cuisine in a more relaxed, informal setting. Learn more >

Waterfront Restaurants
For the most spectacular dining experience in Finger Lakes Wine Country, pair your cuisine with an equally exquisite view at one of our waterfront restaurants. Perfect for a romantic evening, girls night out or a simple wind-down after a day of wine tasting along the trails, waterfront restaurants allow you to savor both the moment and the meal. Learn more >

Cuisine Trail
If you like food, you’ll love the Seneca Lake Cuisine Trail. Food is an obsession in Finger Lakes Wine Country and every dish is finger lickin’ good. The Seneca Lake Cuisine Trail is a great resource for local food and wine, chef-owned restaurants, and culinary events. The associated establishments serve up locally resourced dishes that naturally reflect the cultures and lifestyles of the region. The love and attention that goes into every dish – from the field to the table – is celebrated with every meal. Learn more >

Finger Lakes Cheese Trail
Wine and cheese – it’s a natural pairing. Finger Lakes Wine Country is home to many cheesemakers that produce premium quality hand-crafted cheeses. The Finger Lakes Cheese Trail churns out many cheese varieties that are sourced from cow, goat, and sheep milk. Many of these cheesemakers rely heavily on natural farm management techniques, which allows you to enjoy the goodness of quality milk products that can only be found fresh from the farm. Learn more >