Local Favorites
These are the Penn Yan spots I send friends and family to. All local, all worth your time.
Walking and driving times are from our shop at 118 Main St.
Breweries
LyonSmith Brewing Co.
English-style beers done right, from a peat-smoked porter to easy drinkers. Trivia nights, pub food, and a family and pet friendly patio. Note: they moved to Keuka Park a few years back, so ignore the old Water St address you will still see online.
lyonsmithbrewing.com
Laurentide Beer Company
A farm brewery in the carriage house behind the historic Laurentide Inn, with a dozen-plus rotating taps plus wine and spirits. True Roots Kitchen is on site, and the big patio has live music in season.
laurentidebeer.comEat & Drink
Three Rivers Hots and Brats
My friend Johnny's spot for hots, brats, burgers, and breakfast wraps. A great quick daytime bite right on Main St. Just come around back.
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Silverbird Woodfired
Wood-fired pizza and a full gastropub menu a block off Main. Big outdoor deck, full bar, and vintage arcade games the kids will love.
silverbirdwoodfired.com
Amity Coffee Co.
A cozy cafe in a historic Main St building. Great specialty coffee and breakfast, including quiche.
amitycoffee.co
Angel's Family Restaurant
A classic downtown diner where the locals eat. Breakfast anytime, plus solid lunch plates.
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18th Amendment Kitchen & Cocktail Bar
A speakeasy-style gastropub with craft cocktails, chef-driven farm-to-table plates, and live music.
18thamendmentkitchencocktailbar.com
The Keuka Candy Emporium
A retro candy shop in the historic Lowns Building with a vintage soda bar, handcrafted treats, and bulk sweets.
keukacandyemporium.com
Blue Heron Bakery
Artisan breads, croissants, and pastries. Worth the short walk to Water St.
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Water Street Wines & Spirits
A family-owned shop with a big Finger Lakes wine and spirits selection.
waterstreetwinesandspirits.com
The Liberty Restaurant
Comfort food and a full bar, known for its fish fry and game-day specials.
thelibertypennyan.com
Main Deck
An upscale lakefront bistro right on Keuka Lake. Brunch, lunch, and dinner with a view, plus live music.
maindeckpy.comMain Street Shopping
Simplicity On Main
An affordable women's boutique with size-inclusive denim, tops, and dresses.
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Judd's Suds
Small-batch soaps, lotions, and body butters made right here. Great for gifts.
juddssuds.com
Staving Artist Woodwork
Handmade wood pieces, home decor, art, and stave signs. A lot of heart in this shop.
stavingartist.com
Longs' Cards and Books
A bookstore, card and gift shop, and office supply all under one roof. They do special orders and delivery.
longscardsandbooks.com
The Nest Egg
Gifts, Finger Lakes souvenirs, home decor, and women's accessories, with free gift wrapping.
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Houseplants, unique gifts, and cards, plus hands-on workshops.
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Arts Center of Yates County
Art classes, exhibits, and programs in the heart of downtown.
artscenteryatescounty.org
Oliver House Museum
The Yates County History Center's museum, with exhibits on Penn Yan and county history.
yatespast.org
Lake Street Plaza Cinemas
A classic small-town movie theater on Lake St.
pymovies.com