Restaurants near Franklin Square

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1. Ocean Blue Restaurant & Oyster Bar

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Utica

Booked 28 times today

At Ocean Blue we take our food seriously, but not ourselves. We are inspired to create a dining experience where our guests feel welcome and at home in our inviting setting to enjoy quality food, and warm hospitality. Borrowing influence from our most favorite era and styles, Ocean Blue’s interior boasts a mix of elegant black and white décor, a large copper bar, and floor to ceiling windows that offer a panoramic view of our city. Perhaps the most striking feature is our vast, open kitchen that allows guests to watch the culinary team in action, preparing our signature dishes. We cook the food, and craft the drinks that make us happy, and we want to extend to you the same feeling. Great service, great food and great drink is not enough. We create an experience. We are a feeling. We are all of the above.

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2. Nostro Restobar and Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(477)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Utica

Booked 13 times today

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.

3. Motus

4.8

Exceptional(646)

Price: Expensive

• American • Utica

Booked 13 times today

mōtus (Latin); movement, progress, passion, revoltA tradesman's gastropub with an undeniable message of purpose.

4. Ancora!

4.9

Exceptional(576)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Utica

Booked 14 times today

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.

5. Iconic

4.6

Exceptional(220)

Price: Moderate

• American • Utica

Booked 11 times today

Iconic is an American restaurant located inside the DoubleTree Hotel Utica at 102 Lafayette St in Utica, NY.The restaurant and bar were completely renovated in 2017. The inspiring 1912 architecture was retained, but the ambiance is urban contemporary. The bar serves high quality artisan cocktails and a variety of wines and beers.Our innovative menu contains local favorites and dishes that strive to become the new local favorites! Our culinary team varies the menu to reflect the seasons and current dining trends. We hope that you enjoy your time in our establishment!

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6. Chesterfield's Tavolo

4.5

Awesome(402)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Utica

Booked 26 times today

The Chesterfield Family invites you to join us on this exciting new journey! After 30 years in the old neighborhood, we have packed up and moved some of our classic dishes into a modern atmosphere. Take your taste buds on an adventure with our NEW menu with contemporary twists on old dishes, as well a few new dishes all together!

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7. Delmonico's Italian Steakhouse - Utica

4.6

Exceptional(643)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Utica

Booked 19 times today

Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse affords Utica diners that want a real challenge the opportunity to give a 24-ounce certified Angus Delmonico steak an attempt. The 16-ounce center cut New York sirloin is nothing to sneeze at either. Not just large, the steaks are full of flavor with perfect seasoning and seared to perfection. The menu at Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse doesn’t end there, however. Chicken is also well represented at Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse with dishes such as chicken Sinatra, chicken prosciutto, chicken marsala and chicken riggies. The classics like shrimp scampi, veal parmigiana and lasagna are all available as well. Dessert options such as the homemade cannoli and amaretto cheesecake finish off the meal perfectly.

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8. Portofino Restaurant & Events

4.6

Exceptional(94)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Utica

Booked 7 times today

Nestled on the banks of the picturesque Erie Canal, Portofino is more than just a restaurant – it’s an exquisite taste of Italy in the heart of our beloved city.Step inside and immerse yourself in an ambiance that blends classic Italian charm with a modern touch. Our menu showcases the rich and diverse flavors of Italy, prepared with passion and the finest ingredients.Whether you’re seeking a romantic dinner for two, a gathering with friends, or a memorable family celebration, Portofino offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for any occasion. Join us and embark on a culinary journey to Italy without leaving Utica. Buon appetito!

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9. Its A Utica Thing Kitchen + Bar

4.8

Exceptional(32)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Utica

Booked 5 times today

Our family roots reach back to a small family farm. A farm that provided my parents a hard working existence – nourishing the land to produce the freshest quality of fruits and vegetables. Our childhood lessons included the benefit of hard work and personal sacrifice, so when it came to food we never cut corners and a passion for simple but really good food began.All my recipes reach back from my grandmothers to my mother, and today to you. We take personal pride and dedication to serving you quality food with only the best ingredients prepared our own way.We at ‘It’s a Utica Thing’ treat our customers like our friends, our friends like family. If you have enjoyed our food tell a friend and bring them in to join our family.

10. Carmella's Cafe

4.4

Awesome(62)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Utica

Booked 8 times today

A TASTE OF TRADITIONThe original Carmella's Cafe, located in New Hartford, New York, opened in 1985. Our goal was to provide our guests with the warmth, charm and quality of a local "Mom & Pop" restaurant with the consistency and controls of a well managed chain. Homemade soups, sauces, pasta, bread served by warm friendly, caring servers was the essence of our business. Our people have to demonstrate an "I care about you" attitude in order to work at Carmella's. We never intended it to be a fancy place... just a place where people of all ages could find good food value and fun in a casual, friendly surrounding! We are now re-dedicating our efforts to those original ideas and are committed to providing our guests with a great experience based on fresh, well prepared food served by people who really care. We invite you to enjoy our best food and service, and please let us know how we're doing

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KrisVIP
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Nate was a great server! We enjoyed everything! We had the lobster bisque, clam chowder, focaccia, and a shrimp cocktail for a nice early light dinner.
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Ocean Blue Restaurant & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Utica
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SandraVIP
South Carolina •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
My husband & I love this restaurant. Food & service are excellent! Drinks are different & very good. New twists on old recipes. A Manhattan with cherry smoke for an example. Waitresses are up on dishes, how they are made. A very enjoyable evening. With little surprises in between courses. We always get the price fix menu. Expect to pay a little more than an ordinary Utica dinner. But it is truly worth it. The bar area seems to be busy. Very glad we went!
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MotusPrice: Expensive• American• Utica
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4.8
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Robyn
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Very excellent as always, good food, great atmosphere and amazing wait staff!
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Nostro Restobar and LoungePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Utica
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4.8
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CatherineVIP
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 Dec 2024
Food and service is always impeccable here. Love it and will always come back!
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Ancora!Price: Moderate• Mediterranean• Utica
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Anna
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
We had a fantastic waitress and the food is amazing, but we miss the garlic bread with sauce that used to be served
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IconicPrice: Moderate• American• Utica
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1. Ocean Blue Restaurant & Oyster Bar

2. Nostro Restobar and Lounge

3. Motus

4. Ancora!

5. Iconic

6. Chesterfield's Tavolo

7. Delmonico's Italian Steakhouse - Utica

8. Portofino Restaurant & Events

9. Its A Utica Thing Kitchen + Bar

10. Carmella's Cafe

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