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The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant, Altmar, NY

The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant

4.8
4.8
805 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
For the finest food on the river, look no further than the Tailwater Restaurant & Bar, where rustic atmosphere meets metropolitan flair. Thoughtfully prepared seafood dishes and satisfying comfort-food favorites fill our menu, perfect for savoring after a day outdoors.

Additional information

  • Location
    52 Pulaski St, Altmar, NY 13302
  • Phone number
    (315) 298-0715
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Park on the right side of the hotel and enter through the main entrance.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Emma Van Derlike
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Experiences

  • Easter Brunch 2025

    $0.00 - $59.95 per person

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Join us for Easter Brunch! The Barn at Tailwater Lodge 10am-2pm Payment is due at conclusion of meal. 18% Gratuity will be added on for parties of 6 or more. This event will be held in The Barn at Tailwater Lodge. Please arrive on time. If you require certain seating accommodations (wheelchair access, highchair, booster seat, etc.) please be sure to include a note with your reservation. Payment is due at the conclusion of your meal. The price shown online does not include 8% Sales Tax. 18% Gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. Please be sure your phone number is up to date as we will use that to contact you regarding this reservation. BUFFET MENU: Omelet Station, Fresh Belgian Waffles, French Toast, Assorted Danishes, Cinnamon Buns, Eggs Benedict, Scrambled Eggs, Denver Style Eggs, Breakfast Potatoes, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Breakfast Sausage, French Onion Stuffed Chicken, Salmon Poached in Dill Cream Sauce, Shrimp Gemelli Pasta with Spicy Tomato Oil, Herb Crusted Fingerling Potatoes, Roasted Root Vegetables, Mashed Potato Bar with Assorted Toppings, Maple-Mustard Glazed Baked Ham, Housemade Applesauce, Prime Rib, Au Jus, Horseradish Cream Sauce, Broccoli-Ham-Cheddar Soup, Minestrone Soup, Artisan Breads, Garlic Sesame Rolls, Housemade Jalapeno Jelly, Artisan Butters, House Salad, Caesar Salad, Bacon-Nut-Berry Salad, Bacon & Egg Potato Salad, Shrimp Cocktail, Fresh Fruit Salad, BLT Pasta Salad, Chef's Selection of Cakes, Cookies, Candiesm Housemade Parfaits, Mini Eclairs, Chocolate Covered Strawberries, and Flourless Chocolate Torte. Children's Buffet: Chicken Fingers, Mini Quesadillas, Mac & Cheese, Tater Tots

Menu

The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant's menu was last updated 2023-06-08.

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What 805 people are saying

The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central New York

    Best Overall

  • Central New York

    Best Food

  • Central New York

    Best Service

  • Central New York

    Best Ambiance

  • Central New York

    Best Value

  • Central New York

    Innovative

  • Central New York

    Good for groups

  • Central New York

    Healthy

  • Central New York

    Hot spot

  • Central New York

    Neighborhood gem

  • Central New York

    Great for fine wines

  • Central New York

    Romantic

  • Central New York

    Good for special occasions

  • Central New York

    Lively

  • Central New York

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant offers a "beautiful setting" and "wonderful experience" with its "amazing" food and "top notch" service. Guests rave about the "fantastic" waitstaff and the "beautiful atmosphere." While some note high prices, many consider it "worth every penny" for special occasions. Highly recommended for its "unique menu" and friendly ambiance.

805 Reviews

  1. Debra

    Upstate NY1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was wonderful. The waitress was outstanding. It was a very nice atmosphere. We'll definitely be back again.

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  2. Scott VIP

    Philadelphia11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the prime rib special and it was delicious.

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  3. Amanda

    Upstate NY1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time at the restaurant and I will absolutely be going back. Fantastic setting, food was delicious and Sherri's service was amazing. You won't be disappointed

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  4. Kim

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Family came to enjoy a lunch and to look over wedding venue. Everything was beautiful and the food was delicious

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  5. Valerie

    Upstate NY2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a birthday dinner with family and we all enjoyed the experience. We had a great server and our food was terrific. It was a little loud but they were busy and we didn’t mind. A great place for gathering with a nice ambiance. I would recommend.

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  6. Yves

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Altogether, a pleasant evening. The only disappointment was the food, fell well short of expectations.

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  7. Christopher

    Upstate NY2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere is awesome. Modern country cabin, stone etched walls etc. Waitress was awesome as well. I did try the 30/30 aged stake and for 85$ a plate, I expected it to be more than what it was. Sorta dry, lacked flavor, etc.. Other menu options as far as appetizer, deserts, and wife’s salmon were all worth it and good.

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  8. Marcia

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been coming to Tailwater since 2017. The food is beyond delicious. Portion size is awesome. The waitstaff is outstanding!!!!

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  9. Jennifer

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great, and the waitress was excellent going out of her way to highlight my mom for her important birthday. We would definitely go back.

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  10. Brad

    Upstate NY1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic food!!! Great value! Super service! Friendly!

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FAQs

The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (315) 298-0715.

The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 805 OpenTable diners.

The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Tailwater Bar and Restaurant

52 Pulaski St, Altmar, NY 13302

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (315) 298-0715
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Park on the right side of the hotel and enter through the main entrance.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Emma Van Derlike
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