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New York State is home to celebrated wine regions, the verdant farm-to-table hotbed in the Hudson Valley, and some of the best microbrews, cheeses, and chocolates found anywhere. Why not take a self-guided culinary adventure and discover the bounty of the Empire State? Local organizations have done most of the work for you in creating food and wine trails to help you discover favorites at your own pace and find delicious off-the-beaten-path places along the way! Photo Credit: @ithacamarriott on Instagram.
Updated 03/28/2025
Long Island Seafood Cuisine Trail (Long Island)
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Celebrate the bounty of Long Island’s waters along the Long Island Seafood Cuisine Trail. If you've got a craving for fresh seafood this new trail, launched in March 2025, will lead you to 20 restaurants and businesses serving and selling locally wild-caught, sustainably harvested fish and shellfish along the South Shore from Bay Shore to Montauk. Stops include Inlet Seafood Restaurant, Montauk's homegrown gem owned and operated by local commercial fisherman, and Blue Island Oysters, which offers summer kayak tours of its oyster farm on the beautiful Great South Bay.
Buffalo Wing Trail (Greater Niagara)
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There’s something special about experiencing a famous dish in the city where it all began. The Buffalo Wing Trail is your chance to do just that. With 14 pubs and restaurants cooking up their best buffalo wings, those who embark on the trail are in for a treat. Head to Buffalo’s Anchor Bar to sample creations from the birthplace of the Buffalo wing. Hot-wing lovers should check out Duff’s Famous Wings (pictured) in Amherst.
Cooperstown Beverage Trail (Central New York)
Looking for a home-run beverage trail experience? Head to Otsego County for a tasting or tour at one or all of the six establishments on the Cooperstown Beverage Trail! Cooperstown Brewing Company is the perfect addition to your Cooperstown trip with its baseball-themed brews like the Old Slugger, a light-bodied pale ale brewed with traditional English hops. Visit all locations on the trail including Rustic Ridge Winery, Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard, Pail Shop Vineyards, Montezuma Winery & Hidden Marsh Distillery, and High Burl Brewery and get your map stamped to earn a free prize.
North Fork Wineries (Long Island)
Long Island’s rolling vineyards of the North Fork are the sources of celebrated, world-class wines. Check out Macari Vineyards (pictured) or Jamesport Vineyards to taste while overlooking rows of perfectly planted grapes. Venture to Greenport for an incredible view of the Long Island Sound while sampling handcrafted wines from Kontokosta Winery. Beer lovers rejoice, as Long Island is also home to a growing number of craft breweries. Between the Wave Chaser IPA at Montauk Brewing Company and the Toasted Lager at Blue Point Brewing Company in Patchogue, Long Island just may be the keeper of your new favorite beer. Prefer spirits? Visit Long Island Spirits to see how they produce their potato vodka from locally grown potatoes and, of course, have a taste!
Finger Lakes Ice Cream Trail (Finger Lakes)
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Enjoy the sweet taste of summer on the Finger Lakes Ice Cream Trail, taking you to 10 spots as scenic as they are creamy. Featured spots include Purity Ice Cream in Ithaca, considered to be the birthplace of the ice cream sundae. And at Pittsford Farms Dairy, they’re dishing out flavors like pumpkin chocolate chip and coconut macaroon. From soft serve to rich and creamy homemade delights, we all scream for ice cream!
Catskills Beverage Trail (Catskills)
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From the views to the brews, a good time awaits on the Catskills Beverage Trail. Brew gurus will love West Kill Brewing (pictured), Hunter Mountain Brewery, Rip Van Winkle Brewing Co., and Upward Brewing Co. which boasts extensive hiking trails on its 120-acre property, fire pits, and pup-friendly vibe! Raise a glass of crisp cider at Left Bank Ciders, Greene County’s first cidery, or have some wine time at The Vineyard at Windham, overlooking Windham Mountain Club and its surrounding beauty.
Lake Erie Wine Country (Chautauqua-Allegheny)
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Have you tried ice wine—made using grapes that were frozen while on the vine? While exploring Lake Erie Wine Country, stop by Sparkling Ponds Winery in Ripley to sample their award-winning ice wine as well as an array of reds and whites. The winery even has a three-bedroom vacation villa on site! As you travel from winery to winery through charming towns tasting the region’s unique offerings, enjoy a meal at family-owned Guppy’s Restaurant & Tavern in Bemus Point or the elegant Webb’s Captain’s Table Restaurant in Mayville. Head to 21 Brix Winery in Portland for a dry red or sweet white and Woodbury Vineyards in Fredonia for seasonal fruit wines made with 100 percent fruit juice. For incredible views of Lake Erie, sip your glass of wine as you overlook the vineyards at Noble Winery (pictured) in Westfield. If you plan to visit with a group of eight or more people, reservations at the wineries you’d like to visit are recommended.
Taste 1000 Islands (Thousand Islands-Seaway)
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Explore world-class wineries, distilleries, and breweries while you absorb scenic views of the St. Lawrence River, island castles, and lush farmland in New York's northern reaches. For a special treat on a hot day, try the wine slushy at Coyote Moon Vineyards in Clayton or enjoy a spirit-infused slushy at Dark Island Spirits Distillery. Thousand Islands Winery in Alexandria Bay uses a blend of four varieties including cold-hardy Marquette grapes to produce their Captain’s Select wine, and even offers a free tasting of two wines, from their 25+ varieties! Sample the distinct flavors of the region at Otter Creek Winery in the town of Philadelphia or Busted Grapes Winery in Black River, among others.
The Warwick Valley Apple Trail (Hudson Valley)
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Enjoy apple season all year long with the Warwick Valley Apple Trail. Drive along rolling hills through Orange County to each of the scenic locations on the trail: Apple Dave's Orchards, Apple Ridge Orchards, Masker Orchards, Ochs Orchard, Pennings Orchard & Farm Market (pictured), Pennings Orchard West, and Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery. Although seasonal produce, baked goods, hard ciders, wine, and spirits are available year-round, visit the orchards during the fall season for bonuses of fresh cider donuts, pumpkins, and apple picking.
Chocolate Trail (Finger Lakes)
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Are you a dessert person? Satisfy your sweet tooth along the Chocolate Trail in the Gaffer District of Corning. From ice cream and martinis to cupcakes and truffles, you’ll be in chocolate heaven! Explore the downtown shops, cafes, and restaurants as you indulge in each decadent bite.
Adirondack Lakes Cuisine Trail (Adirondacks)
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Inspired by surrounding mountains, pristine lakes, and relaxing landscapes, restaurants along the Adirondack Lakes Cuisine Trail offer carefully crafted dishes and beverages to fuel your Adirondack adventures. Try Blue Moon Cafe or Campfire Adirondack Grill + Bar after a day of paddling on Saranac Lake. Some of the other “stops” along the trail include Raquette River Brewing and Nori’s Village Market.
For more information about New York State’s food and beverage trails, visit Taste NY.