Patrick Dunwody
Natasha was our server and very friendly and attentive. Restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating available, outside is dog friendly. Food is delicious and affordable with lots of options for any meal. We had breakfast and the pancakes were amazing. Definitely a great place to stop for a quick meal on the way to the finger lakes.
… moreCharlotte McIntosh
Our first experience was a Friday night for fish fry. Very good fish fry. Second experience for me was meatloaf and french fries with gravy – Awesome!! Not sure what the taste was i was tasting in the meatloaf but its the best ive ever have tasted. The French frenchfries with gravy went perfect with it. Very good rice pudding but doesn’t beat my grandmothers.
… moreJeffrey Jacobs
Great breakfast on our finger lakes vacation! We both got the sausage gravy on our meals, very tasty. Nice small place, delicious food and friendly staff. Thanks!
… moreAdriana Franco
This spot has had more name changes than a witness in a crime novel—Chef’s, Classic Chef’s, and now Chef’s Gatherings—but whatever they’re calling it these days, it’s still serving up the kind of breakfast that fuels adventurers.
We stopped in before tackling Shequaga Falls, Seneca Lake, and Taughannock Falls, because nothing says “ready to hike” like a plate of bacon, eggs, and hash browns that could double as a weighted vest. The coffee was strong enough to wake up even the laziest hiker, and the service was just the right mix of friendly and efficient—classic diner style.
The pies in the case were eyeing us the whole time, whispering, “you’ll regret not ordering me.” Sadly, we stayed disciplined… but next time, those pies are mine.
Bottom line: Chef’s Gatherings may change names like it’s in witness protection, but it’s still a reliable, hearty, small-town diner. Perfect for loading up before chasing waterfalls.
… moreChelsea Hayes
From owner to owner, this diner has been a beloved staple for many generations of families in our area. My grandparents took my parents. My parents took us. When I started bringing my own family to “Chef’s Diner”, Tony Pulo was still the owner. I remember the night he introduced us to Bill and Tiffany Hill. We were sad to see Tony go but we were excited to see what the Hill family’s vision was for “Classic Chef’s”. We were not disappointed, and our patronage never wavered. Now, with Rashanna Gee as the new owner, we were again sad to see Bill and Tiffany go but were excited to see what “Chef’s Gathering” would look like. My husband and I went to “Chef’s Gathering” for the first time tonight, and we were absolutely delighted to see a mix of old and new. It still has the same charm and warm embrace its always had. But it also has a few updated touches, like the new menu that debuted tonight. While there were plenty of past favorites, there were also some new dishes. My husband went old school with the Texas Hots (which he scarfed down before I could blink). I tried one of the new dishes; Quinoa bowl with orzo, veggies, and steak. It was so good! I ate as much as I could possibly stuff in my stomach and took the little bit that was left home. I suspect it will be just as yummy cold as it was warm. Thank you for the tasty meal and for handling the reopening with such care. Good luck, Rashanna and crew!
(Updated to add more pictures from a separate visit)
… moreChristina Spurling
Carrie was awesome! So lovely, wholesome, and darn good at her job. Hats off to the chef today, because he rocked it! Delicious biscuits and gravy, home fries and bacon. If we’re in the area, best believe we will return. Thank you!
… moreJon Osterdahl
5 stars up and down. Visiting from Buffalo area, wanted a solid diner experience. I wanted lunch, the lady wanted Breakfast. I enjoyed the Tony cheeseburger. A grilled cheese inspired burger. Out of this world. 2 dudes in the kitchen, kicking ass. Marcy the waitress’ service was wonderful to top it off.
… moreMike Sherwood
Went in for the first time over the weekend with a large group. Food was delicious portions and prices were great. They have a nice variety of breakfast items. Our waitress was great and very attentive. Will definitely be going back.
… moreNancy Shumway
This is now Chefs Gathering. New owners. We came down for breakfast. Husband said his breakfast was OK. What you would expect a breakfast to be. I asked for a half waffle. I got a whole one and charged for a whole one. I am not a syrup eater. The waffle didn’t have any flavor. But I guess most people figure the syrup is the flavor. Server was polite. The place was clean. Plenty of parking. You can see back I p the kitchen and that looked clean. Will come again and try something different next time.
… moreRobert
Food and service was great. Awesome place to sit outside for breakfast! Natasha was our server, she was amazeing!
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