Cove Restaurant and Bar

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   Roger VIP

   Orlando40 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Service was a little slow (over 40 minutes for a hamburger?) but the food was served hot and cooked correctly so I have to assume the delay was the kitchen and not our server. While the menu is limited, and the chef loves kale (yuk), the food we ordered was good. Personality would have preferred shaved Parmesan on our Caesar salad to the ground Parmesan used. All said it was a good experience and I won’t hesitate to return.
   

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   STEPHANIE

   Greater Boston9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was great. We love coming for the vibes and bar.
   

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   Peter VIP

   Andorra47 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 21 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We always enjoy dining at The Cove. The new menu is very nice and the food is always excellent. The Chef make the presentation of every dish remarkable. It was beautiful looking over the frozen lake at the sunset too! Our waitress Lisa is truly exceptional!!!
   

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   Chris

   Toronto8 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on 17 February 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   We didn’t dine here. When we arrived we found out they had restricted to a 6 item menu so we walked out. Screwed us up because everything in town closes early.
   

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   Robert

   Upstate NY3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 16 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   During our stay, we enjoyed 2 breakfasts and one dinner at the Cove. Everything we had was prepared perfectly especially the steaks were delicious. Service could not have been any better. The morning server who also worked the bar was very accommodating in getting Earl Gray to take to the room.
   

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   Jeff VIP

   New York State437 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Saturday brunch with friends post-Valentine’s Day. Wonderful view of Canandaigua lake and people ice fishing. Food is mediocre and so is the service in the restaurant. You have to ask for everything…and I mean everything: cream for your coffee…..butter and jam for toast that comes out on your entree plate. Then you have to wait until your food/drink is cold for it to arrive. The management of this place is subpar.
   

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   Denise

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great Valentine’s Day dinner at the Cove Restaurant
   

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   Kayla

   Upstate NY1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   My husband and I had our Valentines Day dinner at The Cove and Bar at the Hotel Canandaigua. Our first course could have been better but fir a first timr trying it wasnt bad. I got a Brussel Salad the the Entrees they were good I got Duck and it had carrots and creamy polenta and James had a Filet with potatoes and Brocolini I tried it and I was good. Our dessert was Creme Brulee with fruit and shortbread cookie crumbs. It was something different to try and I think it was good
   

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   john

   San Francisco2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Service was great, food was excellent. Would appreciate gluten free-dairy free desert options. Will definitely be back.
   

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    Michael L

    Tampa10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    To kick off the New Year in style, our party of five had the privilege of dining at The Cove Restaurant at Canandaigua Lake Hotel, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. For two of our guests, it was their first time dining here, and they left thoroughly impressed. From the moment we arrived, the welcoming staff set the tone for what would be a memorable meal. Service: The service was impeccable--attentive yet unobtrusive. The Food and Beverage Manager, Melina and the gentleman bartender, Ian on duty went above and beyond to accommodate every one of our requests, ensuring that each guest felt valued and cared for. Accommodation: The restaurant's layout was thoughtfully designed, offering a comfortable and inviting setting even amidst the bustling energy of New Year's Day. Despite the busy holiday atmosphere, and overabundant of loud chatter from a rather large engagement party, our group had plenty of space out of the mainstream to enjoy our meal and conversation in a relaxed and slightly serene environment. Food Quality: Although the menu primarily featured only breakfast items due to the occasion, the chef displayed remarkable flexibility by customizing a grilled shrimp on greens salad entrée for one of our senior guests. This thoughtful touch was greatly appreciated, and he thoroughly enjoyed the dish. Every other dish, from the perfectly prepared eggs benedict to various egg, breakfast potatoes and thick smoked bacon dishes were equally outstanding, showcasing fresh, high-quality ingredients and attention to detail. Ambiance: The Cove truly captures the essence of Canandaigua Lake. With stunning views of the lake, warm lighting, and tasteful decor, the ambiance struck the perfect balance between upscale elegance and cozy charm. Decorated nicely and festive for holidays. Final Thoughts: Dining at The Cove was an extraordinary way to start the New Year. The restaurant delivered on all fronts thanks to its professional management.
    

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