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The Cove, Canandaigua, NY

The Cove

4.7
4.7
188 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Fancy
  • Great for scenic views
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The newest hotspot on Canandaigua Lake.

The Cove Restaurant and Bar inside The Hotel Canandaigua.

Elevated cuisine in a casual waterfront atmosphere.

Chef Dan Hixon has created a seasonal menu to highlight the bounty of the Finger Lakes and delight locals and travelers alike.

Enjoy the beauty of Canandaigua Lake as you enjoy your meal in our dining room with expansive views of Canandaigua lake, or enjoy a meal al fresco in the warmer months on our wrap around patio.

Enjoy the bounty of the Finger Lakes, both on your plate and in your glass.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 7:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (585) 577-8900
  • Website
    https://hotelcanandaigua.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dan Hixon
  • Catering
    Banquet space that can accommodate up to 400 people.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room that can accommodate up to 12 people.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 188 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Upstate New York

    Great for brunch

  • Finger Lakes

    Best Ambience

  • Finger Lakes

    Great for brunch

  • Finger Lakes

    Child-friendly

  • Finger Lakes

    Healthy

  • Finger Lakes

    Romantic

  • Finger Lakes

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cove offers "fantastic food" with delightful views of Canandaigua Lake, creating a serene and scenic dining experience. Guests rave about the "friendly and terrific service" and the "delicious brunch" selections. While some find the menu limited and prices high, the quality and ambiance make it a memorable visit.

188 Reviews

  1. Jeanne

    Upstate NY

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time we had lunch here and experience was not as good as first time. My food just ok (sandwich bread so dry it crumbled) and service was slow.

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  2. JSASUALUM

    New York State

    411 reviews

    5.0

    411 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lunch with friends of 50+ years. Everyone was very pleased with the food, view and service. Thanks Ian!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance was perfect, tables and chairs were comfortable and the view was beautiful. Food was excellent!

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  4. JSASUALUM

    New York State

    411 reviews

    4.0

    411 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful scenic view of Canandaigua Lake while enjoying brunch. Nice, varied selections for breakfast/lunch. Friendly, terrific service from Ian and Vanessa. Only complaint was toast wasn’t toasted at all. Kichen staff drops slices of bread on plate. F&B manager should hold the kitchen staff to a higher standard.

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  5. Linda

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The only negatives are the limited lunch menu and very high prices. However, the food was really good (I had the turkey BLT), our waitress was lovely and the view can't be beat. It was a warm Fall day and we were able to eat outside on the patio. It was a great lunch and I will be back!

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  6. Gretchen

    Upstate NY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was such a quiet night in the restaurant, and the dining area was set up beautifully. The air temperature was chilly, so I recommend bringing a sweater. Compliments to the chef, as it can be hard to navigate menus with a dairy allergy, but they were super accommodating to make sure I was happy with the meal I chose. I had the Pappardelle pasta, and I was not disappointed. It was absolutely delicious. Lisa was our waitress and she was incredible. Such a great personality and first point of contact with suggestions and special accomodations.

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  7. Jeanne

    Upstate NY

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great view, comfortable seating, great service and good food. Couldn't ask for anything better.

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  8. Sherri

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 7 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Cove is a hidden gem. Love the food, service and views. Couldn’t ask for anything more. Had the best parsnip soup and burger. Would go back in a heartbeat.

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  9. Hannah

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, delicious drinks, beautiful ambience and the waitress was so nice and helpful!

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  10. Daniel

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every single time I took a bite I could not help myself but say omg this is so good

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FAQs

The Cove is rated 4.7 stars by 188 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for The Cove

205 Lakeshore Drive, Canandaigua, NY 14424

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Canandaigua
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 7:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dan Hixon
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan
  • Website
    https://hotelcanandaigua.com/
  • Phone number
    (585) 577-8900
  • Catering
    Banquet space that can accommodate up to 400 people.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room that can accommodate up to 12 people.
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