The Hartwick

One of the most overlooked restaurants in the Cooperstown area. The food here is great! It is a local hot spot that tourists never see. Everything is fresh made... read more One of the most overlooked restaurants in the Cooperstown area. The food here is great! It is a local hot spot that tourists never see. Everything is fresh made. Not Sysco getting pulled out of a freezer. The owner is often the only worker but it addsto the charm. Breakfasts and dinners are always good. He has takeout available. I like the chicken Parm. Bathrooms are alwaysvery clean. You can see the kitchen from the seating and it is always very clean. The menu is large but items always get orderedenough where nothing is ever outdated. Specials are often on Facebook. Rarely closed.

The owner is verbally abusive to his staff. I witnessed this firsthand and haven’t returned since. I even told the young girl that she should leave; she shouldn... read more The owner is verbally abusive to his staff. I witnessed this firsthand and haven’t returned since. I even told the young girl that she should leave; she shouldn’t have to endure that kind of treatment.

Sometimes, you should judge a book by its cover. Just keep moving. Read the 1-star reviews not the family and friends 5-star reviews. There really should be som... read more Sometimes, you should judge a book by its cover. Just keep moving. Read the 1-star reviews not the family and friends 5-star reviews. There really should be some way to verify reviewers.

I went to this restaurant for a late lunch with my partner, and we had an amazing experience. The owner was incredibly friendly and made us feel right at home. read more I went to this restaurant for a late lunch with my partner, and we had an amazing experience. The owner was incredibly friendly and made us feel right at home.

Family restaurant with quality food and service. The veggies in the omelet were fresh. Cooked perfectly, thoroughly but with a slight crisp when biting into, ev... read more Family restaurant with quality food and service. The veggies in the omelet were fresh. Cooked perfectly, thoroughly but with a slight crisp when biting into, even the tomatoes cooked but still had their shape so not mushy. French toast was delicious and soft. All around gGreat homecooked quality. Great way to start the day. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5