Covering more than 54,000 square miles, New York is quite the large state. No matter how long you've called the Empire State home, there's still quite a good chance that there some amazing restaurants outside of your hometown that you've managed to let slip under your radar. Encouraging you to step outside of your comfort zone to try someplace new, you'll want to take a look at this list of fantastic restaurants around New York that you might not have known even existed!

1. Dancing Cat Saloon — Bethel

Down in the vibrant town of Bethel, there's a delicious sister restaurant to the Catskill Distilling Company! Those who visit on the weekends will be able to enjoy live music while they dine, with the Dancing Cat Saloon featuring a menu full of tasty dishes and lighter fare as well as a brunch menu that you'll love. To find out more information, click here.

How to get here: 2037 Route 17b Bethel, NY 12720

2. Dottie Audrey's Bakery Kitchen — Tuxedo Park

Down in the town of Tuxedo Park right off of Route 17, Dottie Audrey's Bakery Kitchen is proof of why you shouldn't judge a book by it's cover. From the outside Dottie Audrey's looks like your average storefront, but step inside and you'll quickly see why so many people love to dine here. The restaurant is made up of cozy decor and has nothing short of a friendly ambiance. To find out more information,

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How to get here: 549 Route 17 Tuxedo Park, NY 10987

3. Original Candy Kitchen — Williamson

So much more than just a candy store, the Original Candy Kitchen just a half-hour east of Rochester is a spot that's worth visiting! A place that's been a local favorite for ages, the restaurant serves up breakfast items like decadent pancakes that are simply to die for. Elevating your average dishes to a whole new level, you'll never want to stop dining at this restaurant. To find out more information, click here.

How to get here: 4069 Main Street Williamson, NY 14589

4. North Fork Bacon & Smokehouse — Wading River

Hold onto your tastebuds real tight! Because this amazing Long Island eatery is about to take you for a ride. The perfect restaurant for every bacon lover to check off of their dining bucket list, the North Fork Bacon & Smokehouse only opened up a few years ago but quickly became a hit amongst locals. Serving every kind of meat you could possibly be craving, you can't go wrong with choosing anything off of their menu. To find out more information, click here.

How to get here: 1 Sound Road Wading River, New York

5. Little Venice — Trumansburg

A town that's packed full of amazing restaurants, you won't want to miss out on eating at Little Venice in Trumansburg. The perfect stop to make when you're out in the Finger Lakes region, Little Venice is an Italian restaurant that features everything from great tasting pizza to burgers and other Italian classics that will make your mouth water. To find out more information, click here.

How to get here: 49 East Maina Trumansburg, NY 14886

6. Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro — Schroon Lake

Take a well-deserved trip up to the Adirondacks and visit the town of Schroon Lake if you're interested in eating at an underrated restaurant that will knock your socks off. Tucked away up near the waterfront of Schroon Lake in our Adirondack Park, Sticks & Stones serves both lunch and dinner and also has its own bar. With a menu full of wood fired dishes that will blow you away, you'll love seeing what this place has to offer hungry guests. To find out more information, click here.

How to get here: 739 Route 9 Schroon Lake, NY 12870

7. Fargo Bar & Grill — Aurora

A gem that Western New Yorkers get to keep close by, Fargo Bar & Grill is filled with savory dishes that are guaranteed to fill you up in the best way possible. Right across the street from the Aurora Inn, this restaurant gives guests unforgettable home-cooked meals that taste like pieces of paradise. From finger-licking good wings to incredible burgers, you'll have a hard time deciding what to snack on. To find out more information, click here.

How to get here: 384 Main Street Aurora, NY 13026

8. The Toboggan Inn — Eagle Bay

Another spot up north in the Adirondacks right along Route 28 and our Fulton Chain of Lakes, The Toboggan Inn is full of history and phenomenal homemade food that's to-die-for. A wonderful restaurant that the entire family will enjoy dining at, with friendly service that will keep you coming back for more. From sandwiches and burgers to fish and chicken, The Toboggan Inn's menu features a little bit of everything. To find out more information, click here.

How to get here: 5521 Route 28 Eagle Bay, New York

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