Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Mohawk Valley

OpenTable

Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Mohawk Valley? 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!

Motus

5.0

5 (661)

$31 to $50

American

Utica

About the restaurant

mōtus (Latin); movement, progress, passion, revolt

A tradesman's gastropub with an undeniable message of purpose.

Top review

Alaina

Dined 3 days ago

New spring/summer menu 2025 is amazing! Always the best service and a wonderful atmosphere! We’ll be back again and again!

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Experience

Mother Day Prix Fixe

Ancora!

4.9

4.9 (593)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Utica

About the restaurant

Italian for encore, Ancora! is located adjacent to the historic Stanley Theatre and is one of the area’s premier dining establishments.

With its concrete-exposed high ceilings, stage lighting, custom-designed wine tower bar, open kitchen, colorful, local artwork and seasonal outdoor seating, Ancora! is the perfect blend of rustic old-world and urban design.

Featuring Mediterranean-inspired, mouthwatering cuisine, including a signature select tapas menu, Ancora! will have you begging for more.

Shared with friends or cherished alone, Ancora! is the ideal compliment to any evening, conversation or show.

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Joe

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Absolutely delicious! Gnocchi Chicken Riggies with Hot Peppers!

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Wildflowers at Turning Stone

4.8

4.8 (1215)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Verona

About the restaurant

Honored with the AAA Four Diamond Award and the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award, Wildflowers sets the standard for atmosphere and culinary excellence with locally sourced, seasonal dishes. Enjoy dishes like a seasonal
seafood catch or a dry-aged steak with your choice of scratch-made sauces and additional indulgences — all enhanced by a meticulously curated wine list.

Top review

PatVIP

Dined 5 days ago

A very pleasant evening! The food was excellent with efficient, knowledgeable and friendly service. Well done Wildflowers.

Rocky’s on the Lake

4.7

4.7 (125)

$30 and under

Italian

Cold Brook

About the restaurant

Restaurant • Bar • Pizzeria

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William

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

Food is very good. server was nice and attentive. didn’t seem that busy, but our first cocktail seemed to take a while. will definitely return.

Nostro Restobar and Lounge

4.7

4.7 (502)

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

Utica

About the restaurant

Nostro connects our approach to modern Italian cuisine with the nostalgia of mid-century modern design. The Oneida National Bank lobby delivers a stylish scene starring simple, user-friendly dishes paired with classic cocktails and prosecco. Our spacious yet intimate dining room mingles alongside the lively energy of the lounge; offering cozy seating for a perfect social setting. With an atmosphere constructed of rich leathers, cherry woods, terrazzo, and a scenic backdrop of a museum-worthy bronze mural, Nostro provokes your senses and fuels your desires to make 268 Genesee St. your new gathering spot.

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Sarah

Dined 7 days ago

Not expecting such amazing cocktails and good food in Utica - really nice experience.

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Popular dish

White Truffle Garlic Bread

TS Steakhouse at Turning Stone

4.8

4.8 (3771)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Verona

About the restaurant

TS Steakhouse, located on the 21st floor of The Tower, features classic cuts, chops and cocktails with panoramic views, fine cigars and spirits. The grand dining room and bar offer soaring sunset views, with outdoor terrace seating overlooking the rolling Central New York countryside. From a creative mixologist to an innovative chef and expert staff, TS Steakhouse offers a meal to remember. Its many accolades include the 2024 Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award and 2024 Casino Player Best of Dining & Nightlife.

Top review

Linda

Dined 3 days ago

While we waited for our table, we enjoyed drinks at the bar, enjoying the beautiful view, from the 21st floor. After being seated, our waiter, John, was beyond kind, efficient, and focused on making sure everything was perfect! We were celebrating a birthday, and were surprised when a complimentary dessert was served. Always our go to place to dine for special occasions.

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4.9

4.9 (131)

$50 and over

American

Cooperstown

About the restaurant

With an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients, guests will find a menu that offers something for every palate, including the finest cuts of meats, fresh seafood and salads. The cozy setting, featuring outdoor seating on the veranda in season, and the serene backdrop of Otsego Lake provides a perfect complement to your dining experience.

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eric

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

Super waitress Carla! Great service! Good food!

Pino Bianco at Turning Stone

4.7

4.7 (3973)

$31 to $50

Italian

Verona

About the restaurant

Pino Bianco, located in the center of the resort, is an authentic Italian-style restaurant inspired by Northern Italy’s beloved dry-aged meats, hard cheeses, hearty sauces and rustic soups. Pino Bianco is proud to have been recognized by Wine Spectator for our thoughtfully curated collection of wines sourced across Italy, from notable wine-growing regions around the world and even some favorites from vineyards right here in New York.

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DebbieVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We had Kelly for our waitress and she was absolutely wonderful hopefully the next time we come to the restaurant we have her again

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Popular dish

Lasagna Girandola

Tin Rooster at Turning Stone

4.8

4.8 (832)

$30 and under

Barbecue

Verona

About the restaurant

Dine on world-class BBQ at Tin Rooster, prepared by our expert pitmasters. Enjoy it while listening — or dancing — to some boot-stomping country music. Enjoy all-American, mouth-watering, slow-smoked goodness with scratch-made sauces, appetizers and sides plus creative cocktails.

Must be 21+ to join us for Dinner on Thursdays

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CherylVIP

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Great food and atmosphere. Hidden gem with impeccable service. .

Mr. G's Food & Spirits

4.7

4.7 (428)

$30 and under

American

Verona

About the restaurant

Featuring choice steaks, seafood, pasta dishes and some of our chefs favorite creations.