Food was amazing, the servers were so pleasant. The atmosphere was very welcoming. We enjoyed out dining experience. The French Onion Soup exceeded expectations. We got the Wood Fired Chicken Pasta and Rotisserie Prime Rib. Everything was wonderful.Food: 5/5
1st time here, and we will definitely be back. We had the NY cheddar burger and fish fry dinner. The food was hot, the burger was above average. The fries were great. The fish was crisp on the outside and hot and tender inside. Just the way I like it. A little bit of dill in the tartar added a freshness. The oysters were very good garnished with some seaweed salad and a beautiful flower! The Bourbon smash was perfect with the meal, and the second one topped off the night. Thank you to our server, Andrew, who thought to ask if I wanted another. I love it when they don't hover, but anticipate. We will return. Price was reasonable, and the atmosphere has a New England feel. Check it out for yourselves! Copper, our travel mascot, joined us for the fun.
We arrived between 5-5:30 and had an hour an a half wait. We had a couple of beers and the fabulous artichoke dip at the bar while the bartenders took great care of us!!! Very friendly and attentive even when they were so busy. Then we were able to take our Old Fashioneds outside to the Adirondack chairs right by the water. This was a very peaceful waiting spot. You can get seated quicker if you eat inside, but it was worth the wait to eat out! Our server was attentive and great! We each had the great clam chowder, and the two of us split the Makers Mark sirloin steak! Oh my goodness it was a perfect choice!! Delicious everything!!!!! Highly recommend at the end of your day after visiting wineries!!! Our friends LOVeD the molten lava cake for two! Complimentary bread and flavored butter!!!
Came in Friday night for dinner via boat around five thirty. I had the Georgia peach chicken and my guest had Jumbo sea scallops. Salad and bread was fresh and the dressings very goo! Both good dishes where outstanding, chicken was hot and very moist with perfect seasonal veggies! Even made happy hour. Our waitress Courtney was prompt, polite and knew the menu, all with a smile & checked on us! Would be nice if the outside speakers could be turned off when the band is playing outside on the deck.
Been coming to Ithaca to visit for many years. Every time we come I wanted to try The Boatyard Grill. Either it was closed the day we were in town or something came up where we couldn’t. Tonight I finally was able to try it with the family. What a great experience. The waitress right off the bat was amazing. I had a Bloody Mary to start off with and my wife got their signature cocktail, a “Orange Crush” which I wish I got in the first place. Clam chowder for an appetizer was spot on. Both me and my kids ordered the “Seafood Fra Diavolo” which I have to say had one of the best Arrabiata sauce I’ve tasted. Only complaint on the dish was there could of been more pasta on the plate. The picture you can see the ratio is alittle off, but that’s just me being a chubby pasta lover. Overall I highly recommend you trying this restaurant.
Wow !!! What a seafood experience it was at boatyard grill. One of the best seafood I've had. Ordered coconut shrimps, fish tacos, fry fish, orange glazed halibut and lobster shrimp mac n cheese. Each n everything was perfect and delicious. Ambiance of this place was amazing as it is by the lake with a very beautiful view. Customer service too is spot on, waiters were friendly and helpful. Visiting again to try different things. Highly recommended.
Excellent food, atmosphere and friendly staff. Everything we had was simply awesome and delicious. Definitely recommend.Recommended dishesCoconut Shrimp
I am re-reviewing this place I had previously given five stars. We have been here many times and in my opinion the place is starting to slip. First the wait staff, previously it has been top notch, but on our last few visits not so much. They were less than knowledgeable in menu selection and much less attentive. Little things like making sure our drinks are topped off, or offering complimentary bread, which used to be standard. Or just asking if we would like straws for our drink. They did not even inquire if we wanted dessert post meal. Next was the food, it used to be excellent, now just okay. We used to travel about an hour for their Prime Rib on the WE. Now only when available. This time I had the very pricey Filet Super Cut no prime rib on menu. I asked for medium and came out very well and char broiled. Very disappointed after traveling all that way. We were comped half the price. But expected more from a restaurant that used to be five stars. Finally the prices, they have significantly increased but the food quality has not. You used to get a salad with your entree now it is an extra charge. Same with the bread I mentioned above. This is still a very good restaurant but we have been going there over 20 years. It just isn't top notch. Will we go back in the future? Undecided.
I never have a bad meal here. I live out in Aurora, so we will take the boat down the lake to have dinner here. Definitely suggest to call ahead and make a reservation on the weekends, this place is always packed full and busy. The food is amazing and not one bad item can be listed. Some items are pricey the taste of meal beats any price listed next to it. Dessert is also amazing and flavorful! Make sure to save room for a lava cake or sizzling cookie!
We had our friend reunion here and didn’t realise how popular this place is, especially on the weekend. They don’t take reservations so at best, you can call early and be asked to put on the waiting list. We waited an hour and finally got a table. The food was delicious, although some of the steaks we a bit overcooked. They menu has a variety of options so you’ll definitely find something you’ll like.
