Lyubov's Guidebook!
Food scene
The Tailor and the Cook
311 Genesee StFarm to table dining experience, call for reservations.
This is located on the top of a building with a great view of Utica. It’s a new restaurant with a fun vibe.
30 locals recommend
Ocean Blue Restaurant and Oyster Bar
118 Columbia StreetThis is located on the top of a building with a great view of Utica. It’s a new restaurant with a fun vibe.
Georgio's Village Cafe
62 Genesee StTry the dish called “Utica greens”
We recommend ordering the calamari if you like seafood. We also love the chicken riggies. Weddings are hosted on the upper level and restaurant is located on the lower level with a beautiful view of the canal.
6 locals recommend
Aqua Vino Restaurant
8655 Harbor Lock RdWe recommend ordering the calamari if you like seafood. We also love the chicken riggies. Weddings are hosted on the upper level and restaurant is located on the lower level with a beautiful view of the canal.
Holland Farms Bakery & Deli
50 Oriskany BlvdMust try local favorite “half moons”
Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse
147 N Genesee StHands down our favorite place for pizza in the area. Our favorite pizza is the chicken bacon ranch.
Rosario's Pizzeria East Utica
1803 Welshbush RdHands down our favorite place for pizza in the area. Our favorite pizza is the chicken bacon ranch.
O'Scugnizzo Pizzeria
614 Bleecker StWould recommend the tomato pie. The pizza is overpriced.
The Compound - Utica
106 Genesee StreetLunch spot with unique grilled cheese and burger options- opened till 4:00pm
WuKong Asian Restaurant
435 Main StreetGreat reviews and great food!
Delicious breakfast options for on-the-go located right near thruway exit/entrance.
7 locals recommend
Willie's Bagel Cafe
219 N Genesee StDelicious breakfast options for on-the-go located right near thruway exit/entrance.
Sightseeing
Only an hour out, the lake is one of the bluest lakes in all of America! They also have a trail that goes around both lakes and is wheelchair accessible and an easy walk. Highly recommend if you have the time while the weather is nice. Open for swimming in the summer.
124 locals recommend
Green Lakes State Park
7900 Green Lakes RdOnly an hour out, the lake is one of the bluest lakes in all of America! They also have a trail that goes around both lakes and is wheelchair accessible and an easy walk. Highly recommend if you have the time while the weather is nice. Open for swimming in the summer.
Adirondack Mountains
Free parking, about a 2-3 mile walk around the lake. Beautiful scenery. Unpaved trail.
6 locals recommend
Moss Lake
9149 Sand Hill RdFree parking, about a 2-3 mile walk around the lake. Beautiful scenery. Unpaved trail.
Coffee Shops
Joseph Putrello Coffee Barista Bar
268 Genesee StCharacter Coffee
171 Genesee StGood Vibes Cafe & Lounge
852 Bleecker StUtica Coffee Roasting Company
92 Genesee StCalabria Coffee
52 Genesee StreetTourism
Fort Stanwix National Monument
100 N James StMunson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute
310 Genesee StThe Stanley Theatre
259 Genesee StTaverns, concerts & tours oh my! Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the historic Saranac Brewery. Get a history lesson, learn how the beer is made & sample beers in the tavern after. Don’t miss Saranac Thursday concerts every Thursday throughout the summer!
25 locals recommend
Saranac Matt Brewing Co
830 Varick StTaverns, concerts & tours oh my! Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the historic Saranac Brewery. Get a history lesson, learn how the beer is made & sample beers in the tavern after. Don’t miss Saranac Thursday concerts every Thursday throughout the summer!
Explore the Adirondacks on the historic railroad! Beer and wine tasting trains & other themed rides will bring you into the Adirondacks to see the beautiful views & relax.
18 locals recommend
Adirondack Railroad
330 Main StExplore the Adirondacks on the historic railroad! Beer and wine tasting trains & other themed rides will bring you into the Adirondacks to see the beautiful views & relax.
Cruise the Canal in style! Take a ride along the historic Erie Canal on a beautiful passenger boat that will take you through a lock, teach you history & give you beautiful scenery!
12 locals recommend
Erie Canal Cruises Inc.
800 Mohawk StCruise the Canal in style! Take a ride along the historic Erie Canal on a beautiful passenger boat that will take you through a lock, teach you history & give you beautiful scenery!
Fort Rickey Discovery Zoo
5135 Rome-New London RdUtica Zoo
1 Utica Zoo Way