Canal Side Inn

4.5

145 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

10:30 PM

Good for business meals
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Welcome to the Canal Side Inn, located in Little Falls New York - serving traditional French & American Cuisine with gracious overnight guest suites. The Inn is located a short walk from the scenic Erie Canal in Historic Canal Place District.

Located at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in Little Falls NY, The Canal Side Inn is conveniently situated halfway between Syracuse & Albany with Cooperstown and the Hall of Fame only 30 miles away.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Tue, Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(315) 823-1170 ext. 1
Website
http://www.canalsideinn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We offer a customized menu per catering event. Whether you choose full service or banquet service, we can accommodate.
Private party facilities
We have a beautiful dining room that can be rearranged for your catering needs, a full bar and a seasonal outside patio.

Location
395 Canal Pl, Little Falls, NY 13365
Neighborhood
Utica
Parking details
Free public parking directly across from the restaurant.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Wine

Not Your Average Meatloaf$29.00
Ground beef, lamb, sirloin, and andouille sausage blended with Holland peppers & onions over goat cheese whipped potatoes, finished with rosemary scented gravy.
Filet Luciano$46.00
8 oz filet mignon with Applewood smoked bacon, stilton bleu cheese, wild mushroom ragu & bourdelaise sauce with roasted garlic parsnip whipped potatoes & sautéed vegetables.
Coq au Vin$28.00
Slow stewed chicken tenderloins, heirloom tomatoes, roasted garlic, button mushrooms, carrots & applewood smoked bacon in white wine gravy over goat cheese whipped potatoes.
Saumon a L’aneth$40.00
Pan-seared Atlantic salmon over jasmine rice, topped with a cucumber dill sauce and served with a side of sautéed vegetables.
Poulet Penne Provençal$27.00
Sautéed organic chicken tenderloins, zucchini, yellow squash, heirloom tomatoes, basil, roasted garlic & shaved asiago cheese tossed in a light Prosecco sauce with penne pasta.
Boeuf Bourguignon$35.00
Slow stewed grass-fed filet mignon with locally sourced carrots, button mushrooms, shallots, fennel & Yukon potatoes in a burgundy gravy.
Porc Osso Bucco$38.00
Slow-roasted pork with roasted plum tomato ragu, fennel and Bermuda onion with truffle herb roasted potatoes and sautéed vegetables.
Côte de Veau$44.00
Center cut frenched veal chop with slow roasted button and portobello mushrooms served with a red wine demi glaze, herb roasted potatoes & sautéed vegetables.
Fruits de Mer$38.00
Diver sea scallops, black tiger shrimp & Atlantic Maryland blue crab baked in a white wine basil cream sauce, topped with shaved Asiago cheese and served with jasmine rice & sautéed vegetables.
Piment Poblano Farci$28.00
Grilled poblano pepper stuffed with goat cheese &vegetable jasmine rice, topped with a spicy aioli and served on a bed of baby spinach with a side of sautéed vegetables.

Premiére Assiette (Appetizers)

Cocktail de Crevettes$15.00
Chilled black tiger shrimp with a zesty smoked horseradish remoulade sauce.
Frisèe Petal Shrimp$17.00
Utica beer battered black tiger shrimp tossed with a spicy rosemary petal sauce over radicchio and frisèe greens
Pâtè du Patron$13.00
Duck liver pâtè with sliced onion and cornichons
Moules Marinière$15.00
Freshwater mussels steamed in a white wine sauce with garlic & caramelized shallots served with a parsley butter reduction.
Maryland Bleu Crabe Gâteau$18.00
Atlantic Maryland blue crab, Holland peppers, Bermuda onions and aged Vermont goat cheese with chipotle lime tartar
Salade Caprese$14.00
Sliced buffalo mozzarella, beefsteak tomatoes & bermuda onions with a fresh avocado oil dressing, on a bed of spinach.

Dessert

Triple Chocolate Mousse$7.00
with whipped vanilla bean cream
Crème Brûlèe$7.00
Custard with caramelized sugar
Mile High Cheesecake$7.00
with roasted strawberries and vanilla bean cream
Meringue Sucre Aux Baises Sauveges Barbara$7.00
Homemade French meringue topped with raspberry and blackberry ice cream with a wild-berry liqueur. Served with mixed berries and vanilla bean cream

What 145 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Canal Side Inn offers a "beautiful location" by the canal, blending French and American cuisine. Guests rave about the "tender filet" and "outstanding meatloaf." The atmosphere is enhanced by live music and attentive service. Despite some calls for modernization, the "memorable experience" and "delicious specialty cocktails" keep patrons returning.

145 Reviews

M
Michele
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We really enjoyed our meals at Canal Side Inn. The food was excellent! Could not have been better. From interesting and fresh soup and salad choices, to well prepared and presented main courses and desserts, everything was great. The atmosphere is like taking a step back in time, with wood paneling and even a full phone booth outside the bar area. The music, tunes I remembered hearing at my grandparent's house, complemented the environment nicely. Tables were beautifully set and the service pleasant and attentive. The only thing that was a slight negative, and due to the age and location of the space, was a musty smell initially upon entering. A little bit like a grandparent's house, too! :) In no way did that impact the overall experience for us, and we will definitely be back.
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Anthony
New York City
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We will definitely be going back again. With each had a steak that was prepared perfectly.
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Melissa
New York City
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
This restaurant was recommended by a friend who had eaten there many times (Admittedly several years ago). We had high hopes. Reservations for 5:00. Bartender greeted us and we went to the dining room. Only people there. First impressions was "tired." Worn carpets. Lackluster decorations. As I was about to sit down it was clear that the chair was coming apart and was unsafe. Waitress switched chairs. We ordered cocktails and it took a LONG time to serve them, considering the place was empty. There was a small bowl of softened butter which to me indicated that bread was going to be delivered. I asked three times. What finally arrived was a basket with a cloth napkin and 4 tiny slices of baguette. Really tiny. We both laughed. We both ordered the pork chop specialthat was supposed to have roasted potatoes and vegetables. Pork chop was ok, although the apple compote topping was not terrific. a few potatoes--lacking seasoning--and barely warm. The vegetables were literally a tablespoon of roasted chopped veggies. By that point, two other couples had arrived--one mentioned that the restaurant had been recommended and the other couple said they had been there several years ago and were back it the area. I suspect they were disappointed. All in all, it was an expensive waste of time. The waitress was very nice and clearly tried to make things ok. No issue with her. When we left at 6:15 there were still just two couples there. Saturday night? 6:00?
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Steven
Richmond
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service along with the relaxed atmosphere made this a very memorable experience … recommend for sure!
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Susan
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Specialty cocktails were delicious. Duck pate and veal chop were outstanding. Highly recommend the customer service too.
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Ross
Minneapolis
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful & unexpected restaurant in small town central New York. Very ambitious menu; the staff pulled off well what we ordered. Fruits de Mer especially good. Great service. Little noise, mostly from the adjacent bar area, and no TVs.
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WarnerH
Greater Boston
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed having a nice dinner at the bar. The bartender and other guests made our experience joyful!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
2 out of 4 meals were excellent. Unfortunately the pork Osso Buco was chewy and undercooked, needed more time braising. One filet of beef was overcooked. The service was attentive but not bothersome. The food presentation was outstanding as always.
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OpenTable Diner
Upstate NY
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 6, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
drinks. salads, and appetizer were excellent, along with the service. The main meal was a little disappointing. Seafood dish had NO crab, and the Osso Bocco had almost like a spaghetti sauce instead of a wine reduction.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience ! Loved the food & especially the live steel drum music!
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FAQs

Canal Side Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (315) 823-1170 ext. 1.

Canal Side Inn is rated 4.5 stars by 145 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

10:30 PM

Order delivery or takeout

395 Canal Pl, Little Falls, NY 13365

Additional information

Neighborhood
Utica
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Tue, Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Free public parking directly across from the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.canalsideinn.com/
Phone number
(315) 823-1170 ext. 1
Catering
We offer a customized menu per catering event. Whether you choose full service or banquet service, we can accommodate.
Private party facilities
We have a beautiful dining room that can be rearranged for your catering needs, a full bar and a seasonal outside patio.

Canal Side Inn

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

Dinner - Appetizers - Desserts

Entrées

Not Your Average Meatloaf$29.00

Filet Luciano$46.00

Coq au Vin$28.00

Saumon a L’aneth$40.00

Poulet Penne Provençal$27.00

Boeuf Bourguignon$35.00

Porc Osso Bucco$38.00

Côte de Veau$44.00

Fruits de Mer$38.00

Piment Poblano Farci$28.00

Premiére Assiette (Appetizers)

Cocktail de Crevettes$15.00

Frisèe Petal Shrimp$17.00

Pâtè du Patron$13.00

Moules Marinière$15.00

Maryland Bleu Crabe Gâteau$18.00

Salade Caprese$14.00

Dessert

Triple Chocolate Mousse$7.00

Crème Brûlèe$7.00

Mile High Cheesecake$7.00

Meringue Sucre Aux Baises Sauveges Barbara$7.00

What 145 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Canal Side Inn offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Canal Side Inn restaurant rated?

Is Canal Side Inn currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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