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Adam Weitsman plans new restaurant at former Metro's in Tioga County
On a late October day, the former Metro's Restaurant and Bar just outside Owego stands empty, engulfed by a backdrop of seemingly endless red, yellow and orange leaves that mark a classic Southern Tier fall. The restaurant on state Route 96, which closed in 2025, had been a mainstay for decades. For one local resident, seeing the empty eatery — a landmark of his childhood — languish was unacceptable. In September, Adam Weitsman, owner of Upstate Shredding - Weitsman Recycling, acquired the property, and he plans to bring the location back to life with a new restaurant. The cuisine will change — Weitsman said the new restaurant likely won't serve Italian fare — but the site's iconic mini golf course will be renovated and reopened to the public. Local entrepreneur to open new restaurant at former Metro's site According to Weitsman, keeping the location active and present is critical for the Owego community, which he said looked to Metro’s as a go-to for special events, birthdays and affordable weeknight meals. "I've been going to Metro's since I was a kid here, and it's still really close to where I work in Owego," said Weitsman. "When it came up, I thought
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Cornell Daily Sun
VINK | Get Starbucks Actually Off Campus
If you frequent the vending machines across campus or tend to grab a drink from the fridges in our eateries, chances are you’ve recently grabbed a Frappucino. Maybe you didn’t give it a second thought. But did you know Cornell is in violation of its own policy to stop selling Starbucks products?
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Centertown Social axes management, to reopen w/ new name
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Centertown Social in downtown Elmira has announced that the restauraunt’s owners have parted ways with its current management, and will reopen in the coming weeks with a brand new name and concept, along with new, local management. According to a release posted to Facebook, Centertown Social said that its ownership has […]
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This Mennonite Market Near Penn Yan, New York Fills Your Trunk With Bulk Spices, Deli Meats And Shoofly Pie
Some road trips end with a souvenir keychain. Others end with a trunk so full of jars, cheese and quilts that the spare tire starts asking questions. Along a quiet stretch of highway near Penn Yan, in the heart of the Finger Lakes, a family farm runs a store inside a barn that has stood since the 1800s. The shelves hold homemade jams, pickles, fudge, honey and maple syrup.
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Experience Burger Perfection At This Timeless Old-School Drive-In Hidden Away In Beautiful New York
There are places in this world that exist purely to remind you that life, when stripped of all its unnecessary complications, is actually pretty wonderful. Mac’s Drive-In in Waterloo, New York is one of those places, and if you haven’t been there yet, you’re missing out on something genuinely special.
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The 10 Elmira, New York Restaurants That Are Better Than Most People Expect
Order a cone at one local dairy and you might catch the smell of prime rib drifting out of the kitchen. The same counter that scoops homemade ice cream also carves thick slices of beef, and nobody there finds it strange. I find it wonderful. Dinner and dessert under one roof is my idea of smart planning.
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Switchyard opens on Park Drive. What's on menu at new Hornell spot
The Switchyard Brewhouse and Grill is the latest food and drink establishment to enter the Hornell dining scene. The Switchyard has been steaming forward since a quiet opening on Sept. 30, but owners Chad Giglio and Mike Bradley waited until Oct. 29 host an official grand opening celebration at the 40 Park Drive restaurant. Hornell business and government leaders got a look inside before joining Giglio and Bradley in front of the restaurant for brief remarks and a ribbon cutting. Beer, pizza, wings and more are back at 40 Park Drive after Railhead Brewing Company closed last February. Hornell Mayor John Buckley congratulated Giglio and Bradley, praising the restaurant's new look and features. "It looks phenomenal. I was just blown away walking through there," Buckley said. "The improvements, the extra space, the games. It's absolutely amazing." "We're very excited to have you guys here and open and what a difference," said Michelle Pogue, chairperson of Hornell Partners for Growth. "I walked in and was shocked. Everybody needs to come down and see what you've done and order lots of food because it's amazing here." Giglio thanked city business leaders and the city for supporting the effort. Bradley said customers have
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Corning Farmers Market Wraps Outdoor Season, Winter Market Starts Next Week
CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) — The Corning Farmers Market held its final outdoor market of the season Thursday afternoon in Riverfront Centennial Park, closing out a run that began in early June and featured more than 70 rotating vendors. Organizers with the Gaffer District said the season was a success.
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This No-Frills New York Restaurant Has Quietly Become A Bucket List Destination For Plant-Based Food Lovers
Nobody puts “vegetarian restaurant in upstate New York” on their bucket list, and yet here you are, about to do exactly that after reading about Moosewood in Ithaca, New York. If you’ve spent any time convincing yourself that plant-based food is just a polite way of saying “food...
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Longtime Hornell business owners launch downtown artisan sandwich shop
Long-time Hornell restaurant owners Krissy and Ryan Bale are authoring a new career chapter. After running the popular Paddy's Pub and Grill on Broadway for nearly 15 years, the couple are preparing to open a new breakfast and lunch restaurant at 120 Main St. in downtown Hornell. Call it a "fresh" start for the Bales, who have been married for 20 years. The Herb n’ Spice Sandwich Co. will feature generously filled artisan sandwiches made with meats roasted and cooked in-house, fresh-baked bread, house-made sauces and hummus, and plenty of fresh ingredients. Breakfast favorites will include pancakes, eggs, and in house-made hash brown patties, while sweet treats will include cinnamon rolls, blueberry muffins, cookie clouds, and cheesecakes. Customers can also look forward each day to at least two varieties of Ryan Bale's homemade soups and a fully stocked salad bar. Paddy's Pub 2.0 this is not. While the Bales say they cherished their time as the owners of Paddy's as well as the friendships and relationships they built there, it was time to take on a new challenge. “When we bought Paddy’s, it was established so we kind of picked up where (previous owner) Lee Kendall left off. We love
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Local restaurant earns spot on the NYS Business Preservation Registry
VESTAL, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) -A Vestal restaurant that introduced our area to Japanese cuisine and sushi is receiving a significant statewide designation. Kampai Japanese Steakhouse at the corner of North Jensen Road and the Parkway has been place on the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo nominated the business. The registry recognizes […]
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Binghamton Mexican Restaurant closed until further notice
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A popular Binghamton Southside restaurant has temporarily closed for what it says is unforeseen circumstances. Hacienda Mexican Restaurant posted a sign on its front door saying that it is closed until further notice. The restaurant, which is known for its margaritas and Mexican food, has been a community staple since 2018. […]