The Upstate Tavern

Classic New York Bar and Grill

The Upstate Tavern is everything people love about a casual American bar and grill plus so much more. This large restaurant and bar does its namesake proud, boasting locally sourced ingredients wherever possible and New York’s best-known and up-and-coming breweries and vineyards. On the menu, you’ll find American classics with a signature New York twist like the Binghamton Spiedie sandwiches, Chicken Riggies, Homestyle Mac & Cheese with an aged Central New York white cheddar sauce and more.

Come for the food, stay for the fun

Centrally located between Syracuse and Utica just inside Turning Stone, New York’s most awarded resort, this lively bar and grill is also a great place to watch the game on more than a dozen TVs. With plenty of seating area spread out across the restaurant, it’s also ideal for groups or gatherings before live concerts, boxing and entertainment at Turning Stone. For some great specials, join us for our Night Owl Menu from 10:45 – close.

No reservations - first come, first served.

A 3% charge will be added to all card charges.

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Menu

Beers, Craft Cocktails and Wine List

At The Upstate Tavern, we take pride in featuring some of the best regional beers on tap and under cap. We curate our own collection with pride, sourcing selections from award-winning brewers as well as up-and-coming New York breweries.

While our dinner menu has a New York accent on flavors, we thicken it up even more on the spirits menu, celebrating some world-class distilleries right here in the Empire State. Try one neat, up or in your favorite cocktail. You'll also find some sippy wines from New York, California, Italy and France. Taste test anyone?

Beer - On Tap

Southern Tier Brewing Company

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Southern Tier Brewing Company started in Lakewood, NY in 2002. They work to deliver consistent and quality beers while innovating to bring new bold flavors and formulas.

Meier's Creek Brewing Company

Floatin' on by Pilsner

This light body, crisp mouthfeel, slightly sweet biscuit finish with light floral hop notes Pilsner is brewed locally in Cazenovia, NY.

Upstate

Lager

Our very own. Look for a rich, amber color and medium body.

Sloop Brewing Co.

Juice Bomb

Sloop Brewing Co. is grounded in the craft and tradition of brewing but always searching for innovative ways to improve old recipes and create interesting taste experiences.

Saranac Brewery

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Saranac Brewery is a family-owned brewery in Utica, New York. The brewery and their award-winning craft beers make it an upstate destination and landmark in the industry.

Sam Adams

Seasonal

Seasonal favorites that helped start a revolution.

Blue Moon Brewing Co.

Blue Moon

Wheat beer brewed with orange peel.

Fiddlehead Brewing Company

Fiddlehead IPA

This medium-bodied American-style IPA has an alluring golden glow and beautifully blends three strains of hops. While strong citrus notes ambush your taste buds halfway through the palate, the beer finishes very crisp and dry.

Brewery Ommegang

Farm Fresh Ale

A honey conditioned wheat ale with wonderful floral aromas and a pleasantly rich foam to enjoy with every sip.

1911 Hard Ciders

The Long Drink

High Noon Seltzers

Athletic Brewing Co. NA Beers

Run Wild IPA

Upside Dawn Golden

Tour of New York Flight

Choose 4 drafts

Beer of the Month

Each month we choose a different brewer to pour from our feature tap. Ask your server about this month's selection!

New York State Liquors

Everyday Bourbon

Old Home Distillery Maple Whiskey

1911 Vodka

1911 Bourbon Cream

Black Button Bourbon Bespoke Blend

Cocktails

Olean Orchardist

Grey Goose La Poire Vodka, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, La Marca Prosecco, Angostura Bitters, Pear Slice

Hendrick's Herkimer Highball

Hendrick's Gin, Fever Tree Tonic Water, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Fresh Muddled Cucumber

Spritzing on the Finger Lakes

Lamoreaux Landing Finger Lakes Ice Wine, Aperol, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Prosecco, Red Seedless Grapes

Manchester Mezcal Mule

Don Julio Reposado Tequila, Casamigos Mezcal, Passion Fruit Purée, Agave Nectar, Lime Juice, Fever Tree Ginger Beer, Lime Wedge And Chipotle Chili And Sugar Rim

Wines

White Wine

Thirsty Owl

Pinot Gris

Cayuga Lake, NY

Fox Run

Semi Dry Riesling

Finger Lakes, NY

Glenora

Riesling

Seneca Lake, NY

Fox Run

2019 Doyle Family Chardonnay

Seneca Lake, NY

Folonari

Moscato

Veneto, Italy

Matua

Sauvignon Blanc

Marlborough, New Zealand

Bully Hill

Blush

Keuka Lake, NY

Lamoreaux Landing Wine

Riesling Ice

Lodi, NY

Red Wine

Salmon Run

Meritage

Hammondsport, NY

Meiomi

Pinot Noir

Sonoma, CA

Murphy Goode

Merlot

California

Dr. Konstantin Frank

Old Vines Pinot Noir

Hammondsport, NY

BR Cohn

Silver Label Cabernet

Sonoma, CA

Sparkling Wine

Mionetto

Prosecco Brut

Italy

Cavit Lunetta

Prosecco

Italy

Moët & Chandon

Brut Imperial

France

Lunch/Dinner Menu

Whether you're looking for a quick bite at the bar, settling in to watch the game or meeting up with friends before a live concert, The Upstate Tavern in Central New York is the place to be. Wings, Buffalo flatbread and spinach dip with fry bread chips all take on a New York accent on flavors.

While you'll find tavern classics like our 8 oz burgers, loaded club sandwich and shaved ribeye cheesesteak, try our upstate takes on house specialties like our Shaved Beef on Weck with our house-made Kimmelweck roll. For heartier appetites, our riggies are always a crowd pleaser with chicken, rigatoni, vodka sauce, cherry and banana peppers and torn basil. Meatloaf with a BBQ glaze and beef gravy, hearty Mac and Cheese with CNY white cheddar and a grilled NY Strip are among other fan favorites.

Starters

Tavern Poutine

Russet House Fries, Yancey's Fancy Cheese Curds, Beef Gravy

♦ Truffle Fries

Russet House Fries, Fresh Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Parsley, Truffle Oil

Seasonal Hummus

Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus, Olive Oil, Grilled Naan, Julienne Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Cucumber And Tomato Salad

♦ XXL Onion Rings

Spicy Southwest Sauce

Buffalo Flatbread

Crispy Flatbread, Buffalo Chicken, Blue Cheese Crumble, Scallion, Cracked Black Pepper

♦ Keller's Killer Fry Bread & Spinach Dip

Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip, with Fry Bread Chips

♦ Warm Pretzels

Nance's Hot Mustard, Horseradish Cheddar Sauce

Chicken Wings

Fried Chicken Wings

Buffalo, Sweet Texas Bbq, Everything, Sweet Asian Chili, Garlic Parmesan

Sliders

Two 3oz Certified Angus Beef Patties, Aged Cheddar, Roasted Tomatoes, House Sauce

Sausage Platter

Cheddar Ale Bratwurst, NY Extra Sharp White Cheddar, Sweet Gherkin, German Mustard, Cracker Assortment, Granny Smith Apples, Apricot Jam

Soups & Salads

Add Chicken or Shrimp

Signature Corn Chowder

Sweet Corn Chowder, Potatoes, Bacon, Scallions

Vegetarian Option Available

Tavern Wedge Salad

Iceberg Wedge, Grape Tomatoes, Red Onion, Bacon, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Cranberry, Toasted Pecans, Whiskey Glaze

Caesar Salad

Crisp Romaine, Crostini, Asiago, Garlic and Black Pepper Dressing

NY State Cobb

Romaine, Mesclun, Grilled Chicken, Avocado, Tomato, Red Onion, Blue Cheese, Bacon, Egg, Red Wine Vinaigrette

♦ Mediterranean Salad

Quinoa, Kalamata Olives, Spinach, Cucumber, Grape Tomato, Feta, Red Onion, Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus, Red Wine And Herb Dressing

Field Greens Salad

Mesclun Mix, Cucumber, Tomato, Onion, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Between The Buns

Chucks Tavern Burger

8oz Beef, Sharp Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles, Brioche Bun, Russet House Fries

Add: Bacon, Fried Egg, Caramelized Onion, or Jalapeños

Tavern Signature Burger

8oz Beef, Blue Cheese, Bacon, Caramelized Onions, Whiskey Glaze, Brioche Bun, Russet House Fries

♦ House-Made Vegetarian Burger

Sharp Cheddar, Pecans, Romaine, Tomato, Arugula, Brioche Bun

Tavern Everything Melt

Chicken Tenders, Everything Sauce, Bacon, Ranch, Cheddar, Russet House Fries

Tavern Club

Sliced Turkey Breast, Bacon, Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Arugula, Cheddar Cheese, Lemon Garlic Aïoli, Russet House Fries

Shaved Beef On Weck

Roasted Top Round, Au jus, Horseradish, House-made Kimmelweck Roll, Russet House Fries

Philly Cheesesteak

Shaved Steak, Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, Sautéed Peppers, Choice of Provolone, Cheez Wiz or American, Russet House Fries

Pete John's Binghamton Spiedie Sandwich

Spiedie Marinated Grilled Chicken, Feta, Cucumber, Tomato, Red Onion, Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce, Open Faced on Grilled Naan, Russet House Fries

Soup & Sandwich Special

Grilled New York Cheddar Cheese with Tomato Bacon Jam. Served with a Steaming Bowl of Tomato Soup

Entrées

Chicken Riggies

Rigatoni, Chicken, Vodka Sauce, Cherry Peppers, Banana Peppers, Pancetta, Torn Basil

Tavern Lemon Butter Chicken

Pan-Seared Chicken, Artichoke, Green Beans, Tomatoes, House-Made Lemon Butter Sauce, Mashed Potatoes

Steak Frites

12oz Ribeye, Red Wine And Herb Compound Butter, Rosemary Garlic Shoestring Fries, Lemon Garlic Aïoli

New York Maple Glazed Salmon

Spice-Rubbed Atlantic Salmon, Potato Corn Hash, Lemon

♦ Homestyle Mac & Cheese

Cavatappi Pasta, Proudly Prepared Aged CNY White Cheddar Sauce

Pot Roast

Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Seasonal Vegetables

Clint's Summer Camp Fish Fry

Beer-Battered Haddock, Russet House Fries, Coleslaw, Tartar, Lemon

Sides

♦ Russet House Fries

♦ Coleslaw

♦ Mashed Potatoes

♦ Seasonal Vegetables

Dessert

♦ Brown Bag Apple Pie

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Apple Caramel

♦ Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

♦ Warm Chocolate Toffee Brownie Sundae

Chocolate and Vanilla Ice Cream, Brownie, Walnut Blondie, Salted Fudge Sauce, Whipped Cream, Candied Nuts

♦ Ice Cream and Sorbet

Chocolate, Strawberry, Vanilla, Blood Orange Sorbet

♦ Sticky Toffee Pudding

Toffee Cake, Caramel, Whipped Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream

♦ Vegetarian Option Items

Menu items may contain nuts • Gluten-free options available upon request • Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

A gratuity of 20% will be added to parties of eight or more • gGatuities are not available from TS Rewards Points or vouchers

Night Owl Menu

Looking for not your ordinary late-night bite? Whether you're about to settle in or just getting your second wind, come down for some crave-worthy truffle fries, angus beef sliders, our Loaded Tavern Club with an optional fried egg on top, Upstate's signature Shaved Beef on Weck and more. Not to be missed are our russet fries. Poll after poll, the sides steal the show as menu favorites.

11:00pm - Close

Starters

Tavern Poutine

Russet House Fries, Yancey's Fancy Cheese Curds, Beef Gravy

♦ Truffle Fries

Russet House Fries, Fresh Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Parsley, Truffle Oil

Seasonal Hummus

Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus, Olive Oil, Grilled Naan, Julienne Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Cucumber And Tomato Salad

♦ XXL Onion Rings

Spicy Southwest Sauce

Buffalo Flatbread

Crispy Flatbread, Buffalo Chicken, Blue Cheese Crumble, Scallion, Cracked Black Pepper

♦ Keller's Killer Fry Bread & Spinach Dip

Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip, with Fry Bread Chips

♦ Warm Pretzels

Nance's Hot Mustard, Horseradish Cheddar Sauce

Chicken Wings

Fried Chicken Wings

Buffalo, Sweet Texas Bbq, Everything, Sweet Asian Chili, Garlic Parmesan

Sliders

Two 3oz Certified Angus Beef Patties, Aged Cheddar, Roasted Tomatoes, House Sauce

Entrées

Tavern Everything Melt

Chicken Tenders, Everything Sauce, Bacon, Ranch, Cheddar, Russet Fries

Tavern Club

Sliced Turkey Breast, Bacon, Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Arugula, Cheddar Cheese, Lemon Garlic Aïoli, Russet House Fries

Shaved Beef on Weck

Roasted Top Round, Au Jus, Horseradish, House-Made Kimmelweck Roll, Russet House Fries

Philly Cheesesteak

Shaved Steak, Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, Sautéed Peppers, Choice Of Provolone, Cheez Whiz Or American, Russet House Fries

Sides

♦ Russet House Fries

♦ Coleslaw

♦ Vegetarian Option Items

Menu items may contain nuts • Gluten-free options available upon request • Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Allergen Menu

Vegetarian Menu Options

Keller’s Killer Fry Bread & Spinach Dip
Warm Pretzels
XXL Onion Rings
Vegetarian Burger
Seasonal Vegetables
Russet Fries
Mashed Potatoes
Coleslaw
Tavern Fall Harvest Salad
Homestyle Mac and Cheese
Truffle Fries

Gluten Allergy Options

We have gluten-free buns & fries if specified

Burger, without bun
Philly Cheesesteak, without bun
Tavern Club, without bread
Chicken Wings
New York Maple-Glazed Salmon
Any Salad, without croutons or crostini
Russet Fries
Truffle Fries

Lactose-Free Options

Clint's Summer Camp Fish Fry
Warm Pretzels
Field Greens Salad

Contains Nuts

Homemade Vegetarian Burger
All Desserts Made in a Bakery That Uses Nuts

Boozy Milkshakes

If you ever wanted to work your way around an entire menu, our Boozy Milkshakes might be the one you can't resist. This is where our mixologists seem to be showing off - until you taste their creations then wow, here come the flavors.

While boozy milkshakes have become a lot more artful in their presentations, their origin dates back to 1885, the year before German engineer Karl Benz filed a patent for the first automobile. What became a soda fountain favorite by the early 1900s was first mentioned in print as an adult drink containing eggs and whiskey. In 1911, Hamilton Beach invented an electric mixer, and milkshakes took off. Today these classic comfort drinks with a kick have made a comeback, and at The Upstate Tavern, the presentation is as whimsical and imaginative as the flavors. Whether you call it a drink or dessert, our menu is full of favorites.

♦ S'mores

Campfire S'mores Ice Cream, Marshmallow Vodka, Four Sons Toasted Coconut Whiskey, Graham Cracker, Hershey's Pieces And Mini Marshmallow Rim, Topped With Whipped Cream, Dark Chocolate Curls And A S'more

♦ Grasshopper

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, Chocolate Vodka, White Crème De Menthe, Dark Chocolate Drizzle, Mint Chocolate Ganache With White And Dark Chocolate Curl Rim, Topped With Whipped Cream, Andes Mints And A Brownie

♦ Mocha Brownie

Death Wish Coffee Vodka, Chocolate Ice Cream, Whipped Cream, Hot Fudge Sauce, Chocolate Shavings, Mini Coffee Cup Filled With Black Button Bourbon Cream And Brownie Pieces

Vanilla Bean Bourbon

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Black Button Bourbon, Garnished With Toasted Pecans, Sugared Donuts, And Maple-Glazed Bacon

*Ask server about seasonal milkshake flavors!

Happy Hour

If you're looking for one of the hottest happy hours in Central New York, head to the bar at The Upstate Tavern just inside Turning Stone. Enjoy a selection of core and seasonal beers from New York breweries as well as wines, mixed drinks and some of our most popular appetizers. Try our homemade pretzels with Nancy's hot mustard and a horseradish NY cheddar spread, Keller's Killer Frybread and Spinach Dip, our famous wings with your choice of sauce or our XXL Rings with a spicy Southwestern dip.

Sunday - Thursday, 4:00pm - 6:00pm (bar only)

Draft Beer

Meier's Creek Brewing Company

Floatin' on by Pilsner, Cazenovia, NY

This light body, crisp mouthfeel, slightly sweet biscuit finish with light floral hop notes.

Upstate Lager

Verona, NY

Our very own. Look for a rich, amber color and medium body.

Wine

Dr. Konstantin Frank Old Vines Pinot Noir

Hammondsport, NY

Fox Run 2019 Doyle Family Chardonnay

Seneca Lake, NY

Spirits

Everyday Bourbon

Cooperstown Distillery, Cooperstown, NY

1911 Established

Original Vodka, Lafayette, NY

Seltzers

The Finnish Long Drink

Saranac, Utica, NY

Food

♦ XXL Onion Rings

Spicy Southwestern Dip

Chicken Wings

Fried Chicken Wings

Buffalo, Sweet Texas Bbq, Everything, Sweet Asian Chili, Garlic Parmesan

♦ Keller's Killer Fry bread & Spinach Dip

Crispy Bread, Spinach, Artichoke

♦ Warm Pretzels

Nance's Hot Mustard, Horseradish Cheddar Spread

The Upstate Tavern Location

The Upstate Tavern is located at New York’s most awarded resort, Turning Stone Resort Casino. One of more than 20 restaurants on property, you’ll find one of Central New York’s favorite American restaurants about 35 minutes east of Syracuse, 25 minutes west of Utica and 15 minutes southwest of Rome. Valet parking is available at The Tower at Turning Stone, The Brook at Turning Stone and The Lodge at Turning Stone, along with plenty of free parking at a four-level parking garage next to The Event Center.

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