Springside Inn is one of our favorite places to stay when we are in the Auburn area, and the food at their restaurant makes even a long trip worthwhile. It always seems to be packed with guests, which is the first indication that their food is amazing. Their Sunday brunch is quite famous, and for good reason. If you do happen to stay, you'll enjoy the spacious rooms that are beautifully decorated, and we'd also recommend checking out the private quarters beside the lake as an option for even more privacy during your stay. Just an all around great place to stay and dine!
6141 W Lake Rd
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 252-7247

We absolutely love the upscale ambiance at Parker's Grille & Tap House. Many have said that it's the best bar in the city of Auburn, and we would definitely agree with that. They have some of the best bloody marys that we've ever had in New York, and that's what we'd call a perfect starter before you dive into their wonderful food... be sure to try the hamburgers and salads here, they are prepared just perfectly and taste so good. Pair it with a crisp iced tea or an ice cold Pepsi and you're good to go. The waitstaff is really excellent here, and they never mind it when we stick around for hours to have conversation with our friends long after our meal is done. Gotta love it.
129 E Genesee St
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 252-6884

Connie's Deli... the name will mislead you, because rather than an American style deli that you would expect, you'll walk into a Mexican restaurant. Definitely a surprise, but never a disappointment! The food is amazing and authentic. We love to start it off with the chips and salsa, and the vegetarian tacos and quesadillas are our two favorite things on the menu. The flautas are also fantastic. We could go on and on about the menu, because everything is so good here. The waitstaff is really nice and friendly and the ambiance is very nice too.
141 State St
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 255-0419

Another Mexican restaurant that we are addicted to in Auburn is Mesa Grande Taqueria. We should note that we haven't visited the restaurant in person, but we have attended several events that were catered by this restaurant. The food was just amazing. If you're traveling with our company and are having an event catered, we'd definitely recommend Mesa Grande Taqueria. The nachos are the thing that gets rave reviews from everyone, and we love their tacos too. Everything is superbly fresh and served hot. Though we haven't visited the restaurant in person, our friends assure us that it's clean, nicely decorated, and served by a friendly waitstaff. We would definitely recommend this place for both catering and in-restaurant dining!
100 Genesee St
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 252-6252

The cozy bar that you picture when you hear the name Daut's is exactly what you get when you walk in. It's like a throwback to a simpler time. Kind of a log cabin vibe with an old school bar twist. The food is just out of this world here, and we'd recommend the pot roast most highly, followed by the pasta with asiago and white wine sauce plus chicken, crab, and mushrooms. Wow, it is amazing. Delicious stuffed steak too. Everything here is prepared just perfectly, right down to the mixed drinks! Very highly recommended.
10 E Genesee St
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 252-7175

Lasca's is that famous place where verybody goes to celebrate the bigger events in life... if you're from Auburn, you know that it's THE family gathering spot in the area! They have such an amazing array of entrees here, it's almost overwhelming. They've got enormous portions here that are perfect for family style dining, sharing with a friend, or taking some home and turning one meal into two!  That's actually a good idea because you'll want to save some room for their delicious homemade desserts. Amazing dining experience, very highly recommended.
252 Grant Ave
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 253-4885

McMurphy's Irish Pub is actually located at the Holiday Inn Convention Center, so you'll have to deal with the typical crowd of convention goers and wedding guests, but we say it's worth it! The selection of drinks is actually quite small and not really what we'd call "impressive," but we come in for the basic good old fashioned drink, the great conversation, and that unforgettable Irish music. The Irish food is pretty good too! Maybe not the most authentic in the world, but definitely a nice Americanized version that falls under the heading of comfort food. We love it and we think you will too. And you can't beat the location if you're already staying at the Holiday Inn!
75 North St
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 253-4531

If you're seeking a great diner in Auburn, Hunter's is the number one choice. We absolutely adore their coffee, served piping hot and always with the best flavor... They've got all your favorite breakfast combos, and your favorite diner food throughout the day. It's all about that classic diner feel here, from the chrome accents to the neon lights. They're always packed with happy customers who have been coming in for years, and they'll vouch for the fact that this place is noteworthy and worth visiting. We stop in every time we're in Auburn!
18 Genesee Street
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 255-2282

Moro's Table is Italian food at its best. The item that we cannot do without is the baked oysters with truffle oil, bacon, and cheese. Just talking about it makes our mouths water! The bread pudding is also really amazing, and that's an understatement. Crafted from vanilla custard, croissants, and huge chunks of chocolate... it's definitely in a class of its own. Try the frisee salad with egg and lardons too. The nicoise is worth trying as well! Every single item that we have tried here is out of this world, and we have tried many thanks to the fact that they allow you to order half portions! Take advantage of that and mix it up. Don't miss Moro's Table when you're in the area.
1 E Genesee St
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 282-7772

Spirits Tavern & Cafe is just your basic bar, just a really great comfortable relaxing old fashioned bar! We could wrap the review up right there because that pretty much says it all, but we should also mention the great service, the comfortable large booths, and the great food and drinks. They've got all your favorite spirits and a few that you may have never tried before, and a nice menu that will both fill you up and make you feel good after a long night of drinking. Very highly recommended!
20 State St
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 252-9702