Business Details
Fresh, Local Cuisine at Craftsman Wood Grille & Tap House
At Craftsman Wood Grille & Tap House, we pride ourselves on delivering a modern and approachable dining experience rooted in local ingredients. Our culinary team expertly prepares daily menus featuring classic and contemporary American cuisine, sourced from local farms and producers. With an open-view kitchen and a covered outdoor seating area, we blend rustic charm with expertly crafted dishes cooked over an open wood fire. Our award-winning beverage program highlights regional craft beers, Finger Lakes wines, and globally recognized vintages. Voted the best restaurant in Fayetteville, NY, we offer creative small plates, hearty entrees, and house-made specialties like pizza dough and daily pasta.The warm ambiance and dedication to dietary accommodations, including gluten-free options and a dedicated fryer, ensure a welcoming environment for casual evenings and special occasions alike. Our team prioritizes attentive service, as evidenced by guest feedback praising our mixologists, servers, and event staff. From bourbon dinners to happy hour specials, we strive to create memorable experiences through food, drink, and hospitality.
Services
Dining
Catering
Bar Services
Private Events
Takeout
Happy Hour
Wine Dinners
Highlights and features
- Voted the best restaurant in Fayetteville, NY by local patrons
- Award-winning wine list featuring regional wineries from the Finger Lakes
- Dedicated fryer and gluten-free menu options for dietary restrictions
- Open wood-fire grill creating unique flavor profiles for land and sea dishes
- Private event space with excellent service for special occasions
What people say
Delicious food
Excellent service
Award-winning wine list
Gluten-free options
Gorgeous fire pit
Services
Dining
Our dining experience features locally sourced American cuisine prepared over an open wood fire. Guests enjoy creative small plates, hearty entrees, and house-made specialties like daily pasta and pizza dough. The warm ambiance with an open kitchen and covered outdoor seating accommodates casual evenings and special occasions, with dietary accommodations including gluten-free options and a dedicated fryer.
Bar Services
Our expert mixologists craft seasonal cocktails that complement our menu while offering a diverse selection of craft beers and wines. The award-winning wine list highlights Finger Lakes regional wineries alongside global vintages. The bar area features unique experiences like bourbon dinners and all-day happy hour specials with curated drink pairings.
Private Events
The restaurant offers a dedicated private room for special occasions, accommodating groups like the 11-person party described in reviews. The space combines rustic decor with modern amenities, supported by attentive staff for weddings, corporate events, or family celebrations. Reviews note excellent service despite occasional food quality concerns in large orders.
Catering
Catering options extend our fresh, local cuisine to off-site events. While specific menu details aren't listed, our reputation for quality ingredients and creative presentation translates to customized event menus. The team handles logistics from preparation to service, ensuring the same attention to dietary restrictions and flavor profiles that earned us 'best restaurant' recognition.
Takeout
Takeout service provides access to our popular menu items for off-premise dining. While the restaurant emphasizes its ambiance, the to-go option maintains quality through proper packaging of wood-fired dishes and signature cocktails. Customer reviews highlight consistent food quality in takeout compared to dine-in experiences, particularly for items like burgers and truffle fries.
Questions
Does The Craftsman offer dietary accommodations?
Yes, we provide gluten-free menu options and maintain a dedicated fryer for allergy-conscious guests.
Can I reserve the private event space?
Yes, our private room accommodates groups and special occasions with advance reservations.
What makes your cuisine unique?
We prepare locally sourced ingredients over an open wood-fire grill for distinctive flavor profiles.
Do you have outdoor seating?
Yes, we offer covered outdoor seating with fire pit access during warmer months.
Are happy hour specials available?
Yes, enjoy all-day happy hour from 4PM-10PM with select drink and food specials.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we provide customized catering using the same fresh, local ingredients as our restaurant menu.
