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The Cove, Canandaigua, NY

The Cove

4.5
4.5
186 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
11:30 pm
Booked 3 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
Now Open!

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.
  • Location
    205 Lakeshore Drive, Canandaigua, NY 14424
  • Area
    Canandaigua
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Dessert

  • Chocolate BrownieUSD 9.00

    ganache, fudge, mousse, glaze, cocoa nibs with buttermilk gelato

    • Citrus TorteUSD 9.00

      yuzu pound cake, citrus cream, citrus curd, olive oil jell, graham crumble

      • Eggnog Creme Brulee

        Flambeed rum custard, pecan pie crumbs and malted milk meringue

        Cocktails

        • Espresso MartiniUSD 15.00

          vanilla vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, amaretto

          • Gingerbread Espresso MartiniUSD 15.00

            vodka, coffee liqueur, gingerbread syrup, espresso

            Spirits

            • Dalmore 15 Year, ScotlandUSD 21.00

              • Luxardo Sambuca, FranceUSD 9.00

                • Peerless, Rye Whiskey, KYUSD 19.00

                  • Paul Girard, XO Cognac, FranceUSD 18.00

                    Last updated: 27 January 2024

                    What 186 people are saying

                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                    4.5
                    4.5 based on recent ratings
                    • 4.5Food
                    • 4.7Service
                    • 4.7Ambience
                    • 4.1Value

                    Noise • Moderate

                    Loved For

                    • Upstate New York

                      Great for brunch

                    • Finger Lakes

                      Great for brunch

                    • Finger Lakes

                      Great for outdoor dining

                    • Finger Lakes

                      Romantic

                    • Finger Lakes

                      American

                    Review summary

                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                    The Cove offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing views" of Canandaigua Lake and "excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "fantastic" brunch menu and "delicious" vegan options. While some find the menu limited and prices high, the ambiance and "lovely atmosphere" make it a worthwhile visit.

                    186 Reviews

                    1. 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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                    2. JSASUALUM

                      New York State

                      401 reviews

                      4.0

                      401 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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                    3. 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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                    4. 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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                    5. Jeanne

                      Upstate NY

                      1 review

                      5.0

                      1 review

                      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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                    6. Sherri

                      Philadelphia

                      31 reviews

                      vip
                      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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                    7. 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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                    8. 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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                    9. OpenTable Diner

                      Washington DC

                      1 review

                      5.0

                      1 review

                      Dined on 13 September 2024

                      1. Overall 5
                      2. Food 5
                      3. Service 5
                      4. Ambience 5
                      Truly great food, and excellent service, with really good wine and an outstanding view of a wonderful sunset over the lake!

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                    10. Erin

                      Greater Boston

                      12 reviews

                      vip
                      3.0

                      12 reviews

                      Dined on 17 August 2024

                      1. Overall 3
                      2. Food 3
                      3. Service 4
                      4. Ambience 5
                      A beautiful location but disappointing as the menu at the restaurant was significantly reduced from what is shown on line.

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                    FAQs

                    The Cove is rated 4.5 stars by 186 OpenTable diners.

                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                    2 people
                    11:30 pm
                    Booked 3 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
                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                    • 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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