Review Mandana Inn - Skaneateles

First visit last week and we will be back. Went with our besties and we all loved it. Seating area was a little dark but that's ok. There was a party going on and things moved a little slow but that's ok because we had catching up to do. Started with fried green tomatoes and meatballs, both were delicious. I had the baked scrod which was also great. The stars of the evening were the desserts. Piled high with whipped cream and tasty. Very reasonably priced meal as well.

My martini was spot on the bartender even offered to give me blue cheese olives!! Our server was phenomenal! The food was authentic Italian which is hard to come by on this area. Dessert was divine. The owner Emily was so gracious and lovely to talk to. She even offered to give us a ride home if our Uber didn't show!! Will absolutley be coming back!

Had a great meal with our friends tonight at the Mandana Inn. Great food, service, and atmosphere! Our night was topped off with a lovely conversation with Emily, the owner. We’ll definitely be back!

This inn has been in existence since 1835 and sits just off the lake on the west side, 5 minutes outside of the village of Skaneateles. Consistently delicious food, and lovely service (we sat at the bar). The portions were large, food was very well prepared. The Chicken Parm was put into contention for "best ever" The wedge salad is half a wedge! be prepared for leftovers, which will make an awesome lunch. Italian/American in style. Good wine list.

Wonderful food and service! We had a great experience and had a large party of 6. Will definitely be dining again at the Mandana Inn!

I have been enjoying the Mandana Inn since I was a young boy. There have been changes, but this is still the place to go for a special occasion. Good food, good people, and great experiences. I can't wait to put the next trip to Mandana.

The most delicious food! The clam chowder was better than Maine's, the mashed potatoes, salmon, linguine and clam sauce, all spectacular and full of flavor! The atmosphere was wonderful and service great and kind! We will make this our new location for a nice evening out!

The Inn was full but we didn’t wait more than a few minutes(we had reservations). Our waitress,Laura, was amazing & could have used roller skates as she hustled between the six tables she was covering! She took our beverage order & the wine arrived within a few minutes. We both ordered chicken Francaise & it was delicious. We each took half of our meal home with us as the portions were so generous. We have been dining here for several times each summer for over 30 years & these owners have noticeably improved the Inn & it’s food. Looking forward to our next visit.

The best place to visit and a destination place for your Bike Ride around Skaneateles Lake. Celebrate winning the Nobel Prize or a Field's Medal in Mathematics. Just be sure to head home before dark.

On a very busy Summer night with completely filled reservations, our hostess was absolutely attentive to our reservation and with keeping it right on time. She was impressive in her handling of a VERY BUSY NIGHT, even performing more duties than just as the hostess! Our server was also attentive and concerned with our experience and the wait time on the delivery of our meals. We were offered a very nice round of drinks due to his " perceived" long wait to get our meals...we were actually fine and didn't have concern about it !! I would definitely recommend this place..I ordered one of the specials ( HALIBUT ) and it definitely did not disappoint !!! Price was just right too. Hats off to the current owners of this lovely place !!

Food was great! Be prepared to wait... our drinks and appetizers came very quickly; then we waited over an hour for entrees. Also, my daughter ordered the beef Carpaccio. We asked if it was raw...waitstaff said no, and there was no indication as such on the menu. Sure enough, when it came it was raw and my daughter could not eat it. Dessert came very quickly.

By far one of the best restaurants I have ever been to! Food blew me away, I even tried two new foods that never in a million years would I normally try, oysters and crab cakes, I am a seafood hater, and I am now a lover! The wait staff was wonderful. The owner was very personable and chatted with us for awhile, I felt as if I had grown up knowing her and her family even though we had just met. It was a very memorable birthday dinner for my mom and I will definitely be coming back! I cannot wait to tell our friends about our amazing experience as well as the phenomenal food!

Emily and crew of the Mandana Inn catered our son and daughter-in-law's wedding at the Frog Pond north of Skaneateles this past weekend. I simply cannot say enough about the entire experience. Emily goes out of her way to make everything perfect, all while watching YOUR pocketbook. She was a pleasure to work with. She actually makes you feel loved. Our son wants to adopt her as his new best aunt! My brother HATES eggplant, and he LOVED her eggplant parm. The scrod, their signature dish, is to die for. And the beef: tender and flavorful. We ordered steak knives, but they were not necessary. The charcuterie was artfully arranged. The raw bar was incredible and gone (!) in no time. In short, the food was delicious, the presentation fabulous, and the service friendly and impeccable. Let me just add that the Frog Pond provides NOTHING, including running water. Does that give you a better idea of their incredible success? We are still basking in the glow of a perfect wedding evening, thanks to the Mandana Inn!!!!!

Had my sons rehearsal dinner at Mandana Inn. Was never there before but the restaurant was highly recommended to me. I was not disappointed. The food was excellent. The service was outstanding. Emily was very helpful in planning our menu. Very happy I chose Mandana Inn to have the rehearsal dinner.

Under new ownership my scallops were the best I've had. Mashed potatoes delish. Everyone in our party loved their meal from start to finish. All the best to the new owner Emily. She greeted us and made sure everything was satisfactory. I suggest you give it a try.

Best place ever! Food is amazing and very reasonable! If you haven't gone it's a must!!!!

By far the best restaurant in the area. Great atmosphere, excellent service, our food was amazing. The owner Emily stopped by to say hello and see if everything was ok. Will be back next summer when back in NY. Everyone should have dinner there. You will not be disappointed.

Very great food and service!!! I recommend the chicken Anthony and Sangria!!

Very good the chicken Anthony is the best service is very good

We had seven people for dinner on Friday night. The service was excellent. Everyone raved about the dinners. Fantastic!

Food was very good. Restaurant was not full but we waited. Waitresses making excuses about being slammed. I would go back. Service was good but very slow!!!

Great food, wonderful atmosphere! A nice West side hidden gem.

My husband had the filet with scallops and I had the eggplant parmigiana... food was amazing ... first timers definitely will be repeat customers.... the service was great also ��

My newest "go to" restaurant. Good food and atmosphere. Owners Emily and John and bartender Berggie make you feel right at home. Love this place!

Always fresh delish food best cosmos of your life aka Bergy��

Food was fantastic and great service! I’m definitely going back.