Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Central New York

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Central New York? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Wedge

4.9

4.9 (33)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

DeWitt

About the restaurant

The Wedge
A cheese-centric bar & restaurant in Eastwood in Syracuse! We focus on cheese based dishes and highlighting seasonal produce. We offer a new menu daily to honor seasonality.
We are open for dinner service Wednesday through Saturday and we serve Brunch on Sundays!
The Wedge is brought to you by The Curd Nerd, an award-winning cheese shop, located right next door.
We focus on community & highlight it by offering a community table!
We do not take reservations for parties larger than 6 on OpenTable & the restaurant does not accommodate parties larger than 8 without a private event.

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Susan

Dined 1 day ago

Service was great. Food was very good. Prices seemed a little high for quantity of food.

The Garden Cafe at Crazy Daisies Flowers

5.0

5 (10)

$31 to $50

Comfort Food

Onondaga

About the restaurant

We are not currently taking reservations ~

Where Botanicals Meet the Kitchen!

We mixed our love for agriculture with our love for food and have created delicate small plates, hand-stretched pizzas, a small, yet flavorful lunch menu, and a diabolically fresh brunch menu. In accordance with our life in New York agriculture, we’ve added a NYS Agriculture and Markets Farm Winery license which allows us to serve NYS spirits, beers, wines, and cider. Jennifer comes up with new recipes each season to align with the fruits and flavors of the season!

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Shelley

Dined on Apr 9, 2025

The food was amazing as always. The short ribs were flavorful and so tender it was like butter. The mushroom Risotto was delicious and such flavor. Walker and Eliza were attentive and took care of us. the Delgano Martini with the espresso cream was outstanding! Thank you for a wonderful Wednesday night dinner!

Moro's Table

4.9

4.9 (62)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

Syracuse

About the restaurant

Good food hinges on quality; fresh ingredients that are properly prepared and cooked. Chef Moro searches out only the freshest, finest product and utilizes the surrounding abundance of the Finger Lakes region whenever possible. His passion for simplicity and purity of flavor ensures that each dish will be balanced and impressionable.

However, a great meal is a multi-sensory experience. It should encompass not only the food but the sounds, aromas, service and atmosphere that surround the diner. A great meal is a memorable experience to be savored again and again.

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Kelly

Dined 2 days ago

There were six of us for dinner. We were seated quickly and efficiently. Our waitress was attentive and delivered our meals and drinks in a very efficient manner. Every one of us commented on how delicious our meal was. I personally have the small tenderloin and it was one of the best ones I have ever had. Tender, juicy and cooked perfectly to my specifications. Others in our group said the same about their meals. The ambiance is cozy and I would recommend this restaurant to anyone!

Eden

4.9

4.9 (889)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Syracuse

About the restaurant

An entirely wood fired, upscale-causal, dining experience in the heart of Central New York.

Our mission is to highlight the best food producers, farmer, brewers, distillers, and foragers in New York State.

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Eleanor

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent experience. Great food. Allergy friendly.

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4.8

4.8 (672)

$31 to $50

Italian

Syracuse

About the restaurant

Opened in September of 2018, a mano kitchen & bar. "new american with an italian soul". Hand made pasta, breads & salumi & wood fired pizza's. Open for dinner, amano offers both small & large plates for your dinning pleasure.

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Dino

Dined 7 days ago

Pizza is always fantastic. We had fried oyster mushrooms that were really amazing. I had the spaghetti with garlic and oil and it was some of the best I had.

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Daniella's Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (314)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Liverpool

About the restaurant

Daniella�s Steakhouse is owned and operated by Charlie. He had named the restaurant after the name of his mother. It was established in 1960. Daniella�s Steakhouse has a comfortable indoor and outdoor seating area. Washed in warm shades of pink and white, the restaurant has crystal glass decorations and chandeliers. The outdoor patio offers fresh breeze from the garden. It hosts parties, birthdays, celebration and corporate events. Daniella�s Steakhouse provides catering services for events, funerals and celebrations. The restaurant specializes in serving fresh and juicy steaks. The hand-selected beef is prepared in blue, rare, medium rare and well-done categories according to the customer�s preference. All steaks are served with different kinds of sauces, grilled vegetables and French fries. The French Onion soup is prepared using the authentic recipe. It has a variety of house salads and seafood. The bar serves craft beer and vintage wine.

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Gary

Dined on May 21, 2025

First time at the original steak house after enjoying the pasta a seafood restaurant several times in the past. It did not disappoint and we really enjoyed the atmosphere and all the employees we interacted with. Food was fantastic and we will definitely be back.

Hidden Fish

4.8

4.8 (129)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Skaneateles

About the restaurant

Welcome to Hidden Fish, a modern twist on sushi. From our signature rolls to our inventive creations, we have something for everyone.

Our full bar features sake, beer, wine, and signature cocktails.

Top review

Brandy

Dined 1 day ago

Our dining experience at Hidden Fish Sushi was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we sat down, it was clear that this restaurant prides itself on quality and attention to detail. The ingredients were incredibly fresh, and every piece of sushi was made to order right in front of us — a true testament to their commitment to authenticity and flavor. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the menu. They made thoughtful suggestions that enhanced our meal and helped us discover some new favorites. The atmosphere was welcoming and intimate, making it the perfect spot for sushi lovers looking for both high-quality food and great service. It was an outstanding experience from start to finish, and I will definitely be returning soon!

The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (821)

$31 to $50

American

Syracuse

About the restaurant

For the finest food on the river, look no further than the Tailwater Restaurant & Bar, where rustic atmosphere meets metropolitan flair. Thoughtfully prepared seafood dishes and satisfying comfort-food favorites fill our menu, perfect for savoring after a day outdoors.

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Gary

Dined 7 days ago

Fish and chips were great. Pretzel appetizer was good. French onion soup was very good. Salad was good. Risotto was gummy, not creamy..

Moro's Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (39)

$30 and under

Italian

Skaneateles

About the restaurant

At Moro’s Kitchen the focus is on the food including fresh, house made pasta; quality meats and fish; and house made gelatos and desserts.
"THERE IS AN OPTION FOR EVERYONE IN OUR KITCHEN"
-ED & BETH MORO

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Michael

Dined on May 22, 2025

Great food and Service. Would eat there again. Some many great choices. Best chicken marsala ever. Lasagna too!

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