Trent
We cannot say enough about what a positive dining experience this was. The food was excellent and obviously made fresh, reasonably priced and very generous portions. The staff was very friendly and attentive. I would suggest arriving early due to limited seating.
… moreLisa
Delicious breakfast on a Saturday morning in Utica. The steak was delicious- the greens, not the Utica greens we all know and love- the fried potatoes and eggs- yum! He got a sandwich and hash- good!
The servers were so sweet!!
… moreLaura Rosenberg
We were at a hockey tournament in Utica and ended up coming back three days in a row. The food tastes as if it’s made in my own kitchen. Because of the hockey tournament they were very busy and it took a while to get the food but everything was still very orderly and the service was great.
… morerj r
Came in for breakfast on Saturday at 9:30am.
Seated promptly, despite being fairly busy. Very friendly service. Free parking on the streets outside.
Decent selection of options. Coffee was good. The pancakes were good, wish they had real maple syrup. Irish Benedict was good, highly recommend their hash Browns. The steak and egg combo was very good.
Overall good experience.
The only down side was their entrance has no wind break or double entry, so the cold wind comes rushing in whenever anyone enters, and it’s a busy place. Installing a double entry or a heated wind curtain fan on the door would be tremendous for overall heating/comfort.
… moreOzzie Huertas
Great place, great food, awesome service! A must if you’re in the area.
… moreJen Page
I love a good hometown restaurant where you’re inclined to run into someone you know every time you visit. This was my first visit to Craylee’s and I don’t know anyone in Utica, but I was still treated as though I’m “one of them.” Our server, who I believe is the owner, was friendly and conversational. I loved that I could stay on keto while eating at this place and told her that. She mentioned that her husband had also done keto and lost a lot of weight, so they understood the importance of having choices when you go out to eat. It was a snowy, crappy day in the midst of Covid, so the place wasn’t as full as I expect it normally is. My husband and I enjoyed our visit, though, and will definitely be going back.
Note: This review was written in 2022. I am sharing them from my Yelp account so that Google users can also find good places to eat. The photos were also taken then, so please do not judge today’s prices by 3-year-old photos.
… moreBernie Devins
Wow ! What a beautiful place. Visiting relatives in Utica and we always look for a local restaurant to try new dishes. We found a great one in Craylee’s. Intimate dining room with a great atmosphere. They had a few specials on the board so I decided to try one. Stuffed French Toast $11.75. Really? I’d would have paid double. It was delicious. The only thing better was our service. “Andrea” is the best. She had that personal, friendly disposition along with a Central New York attitude. ( It was a good thing) even though she is originally from Orlando. Thank you to Andrea for taking such great care of me and my family. I like the added touch of a deck of cards on the table. My brother and I had time for a quick game of Pitch. Great restaurant you have there Craylee’s.
Thank you!
… moreBrian Parent
This is a great place to eat the service was friendly, patient and thoughtful. Their food was delicious and came in large portions. If your thinking about trying this place just do it if your passing by and they are open stop in you will not be disappointed.
… moreJoe L
Great food and superb service. It does get loud in here but it’s a cool vibe. The mushroom omelette was great tasting and cooked perfect just as was the eggs Benedict.
… moreJohn Sherrill
Even though it’s small, seats about 50, the staff makes you feel like family. The food was excellent (I had the Irish Omelet) would definitely come back when I’m in town.
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