Guidebook for Owasco Lakehouse
Arts & Culture
The REV Theatre Co. (formerly known as the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse)
"Broadway of the Finger Lakes"
2023 shows are:
Evita (May 31 - June 20)
Into The Woods (July 5 - 25)
Beautiful - The Carole King Musical (August 9-29)
A Chorus Line (Sept 13 - Oct 3)
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Merry-Go-Round Playhouse
6877 E Lake RdThe REV Theatre Co. (formerly known as the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse)
"Broadway of the Finger Lakes"
2023 shows are:
Evita (May 31 - June 20)
Into The Woods (July 5 - 25)
Beautiful - The Carole King Musical (August 9-29)
A Chorus Line (Sept 13 - Oct 3)
Plays, concerts, comedians, and films offered in a multi-venue center with theater, cinema, and studio.
http://auburnpublictheater.org/
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Auburn Public Theater
8 Exchange StPlays, concerts, comedians, and films offered in a multi-venue center with theater, cinema, and studio.
http://auburnpublictheater.org/
The home of William H. Seward, who served as a New York state senator, the governor of New York, a U.S. senator, a presidential candidate, and then Secretary of State under Lincoln and Johnson.
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Seward House Museum
33 South StThe home of William H. Seward, who served as a New York state senator, the governor of New York, a U.S. senator, a presidential candidate, and then Secretary of State under Lincoln and Johnson.
The Art Center features local, national and international artists in five exhibits each year, including three annual exhibits: Both Ends of the Rainbow, Made in New York and Quilts=Art=Quilts.
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Schweinfurth Art Center
205 Genesee StThe Art Center features local, national and international artists in five exhibits each year, including three annual exhibits: Both Ends of the Rainbow, Made in New York and Quilts=Art=Quilts.
The Case Research Laboratory is where Theodore Case invented the process of putting sound on film in the early 1920’s. Visitors can tour the lab, see original equipment, and learn all about it.
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Cayuga Museum of History & Art
203 Genesee StThe Case Research Laboratory is where Theodore Case invented the process of putting sound on film in the early 1920’s. Visitors can tour the lab, see original equipment, and learn all about it.
Agricultural Museum - located on the east side of Route 38A. Across from Emerson Park entrance. Learn about the "Old Ways".
Ward O'Hara Agricultural
6880 NY-38AAgricultural Museum - located on the east side of Route 38A. Across from Emerson Park entrance. Learn about the "Old Ways".
Food Scene
Our local hidden gem with fantastic service (ask for Jay) and the best steaks! Definitely get someone at your table to order the rattlesnake pasta - it feeds 2 at least.
Balloons Restaurant & Catering
65 Washington StOur local hidden gem with fantastic service (ask for Jay) and the best steaks! Definitely get someone at your table to order the rattlesnake pasta - it feeds 2 at least.
Mesa Grande Taqueria
100 Genesee StHealthy, fast, and inexpensive.
General store and newly renovated cafe (2017) - best pancakes EVER! Go for a short stack and shop at their market for pancake, cookie, muffin, and many other mixes.
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New Hope Mills Cafe & Store
181 York StGeneral store and newly renovated cafe (2017) - best pancakes EVER! Go for a short stack and shop at their market for pancake, cookie, muffin, and many other mixes.
Locally sourced ingredients, great local wine selection, stunning views of the lake, and beautiful decor.
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Aurora Inn
391 Main St Locally sourced ingredients, great local wine selection, stunning views of the lake, and beautiful decor.
My favorite is their black bean burger with guacamole and a side of sweet potato fries.
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Fargo Bar & Grill
384 Main StMy favorite is their black bean burger with guacamole and a side of sweet potato fries.
Moro's Table
1 E Genesee StPricey, but the food is unbeatable.
They have the fluffiest omelettes in the world! Many gluten free options too. They only accept cash, so be prepared.
Pavlos' Restaurant
6 York StThey have the fluffiest omelettes in the world! Many gluten free options too. They only accept cash, so be prepared.
Reese's Dairy Bar
1422 Clark Street RdIce Cream, hot dogs & hamburgers, and a brand new (2016) mini golf course that overlooks the sunsets over Owasco Lake!
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Tom Thumb Drive In
6143 E Lake RdIce Cream, hot dogs & hamburgers, and a brand new (2016) mini golf course that overlooks the sunsets over Owasco Lake!
Kosta's Bar & Grill
105 Grant AveSunset Restaurant
93 N Division StNow known as "Seb's" Green Shutters. Right next to Emerson Park. Back in the day, waitresses used to provide window service on roller skates!
Great for burgers and ice cream.
Green Shutters Restaurant
6933 Owasco RdNow known as "Seb's" Green Shutters. Right next to Emerson Park. Back in the day, waitresses used to provide window service on roller skates!
Great for burgers and ice cream.
Classic Cones
7342 State Street RdGreat food, outdoor seating. Live music on certain nights.
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Parkers'
129 Genesee StGreat food, outdoor seating. Live music on certain nights.
Locally-owned and roasted coffee and espresso drinks. Convenient drive-thru locations on Grant Ave (east end) and Genesee Street (west end).
Simple Roast Coffee
360 Grant AveLocally-owned and roasted coffee and espresso drinks. Convenient drive-thru locations on Grant Ave (east end) and Genesee Street (west end).
Cafe 108 was created to support the nonprofit Auburn Public Theater (APT) and its mission to bring affordable access to the arts and arts education for everyone.
Cafe 108
108 Genesee StreetCafe 108 was created to support the nonprofit Auburn Public Theater (APT) and its mission to bring affordable access to the arts and arts education for everyone.
Amazing locally-sourced food, great staff, and all proceeds benefit the Auburn Public Theater!
Cafe 108
Amazing locally-sourced food, great staff, and all proceeds benefit the Auburn Public Theater!
Entertainment & Activities
Take a hike in one of our beautiful state parks! There are great picnic areas and a swimming hole unlike anything you've ever experienced before. Enjoy nature - it cures everything.
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Fillmore Glen State Park
4 S Main StTake a hike in one of our beautiful state parks! There are great picnic areas and a swimming hole unlike anything you've ever experienced before. Enjoy nature - it cures everything.
THEY NOW DELIVER! You can rent vessels for days at a time!
Try out any kind of non-motorized watercraft you'd like: stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, etc. Prices are $10-$15/hour and the north end of the lake is very shallow and sandy (if you have trouble staying upright).
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Owasco Paddles
1 Circle Drive WestTHEY NOW DELIVER! You can rent vessels for days at a time!
Try out any kind of non-motorized watercraft you'd like: stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, etc. Prices are $10-$15/hour and the north end of the lake is very shallow and sandy (if you have trouble staying upright).
New York State's oldest operating drive-in (since 1947) and in 2016 they doubled the size of their screen to 106' x 50' and now use a digital projector system.
They still have the traditional speakers you hang on your car window, but you can also tune in to their FM radio station.
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Finger Lakes Drive-In
1064 Clark Street RdNew York State's oldest operating drive-in (since 1947) and in 2016 they doubled the size of their screen to 106' x 50' and now use a digital projector system.
They still have the traditional speakers you hang on your car window, but you can also tune in to their FM radio station.
Beautiful public golf course, just 5 miles away!
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Dutch Hollow Country Club
1839 Benson RdBeautiful public golf course, just 5 miles away!
Opened 2017 - The Play Space is designed to meet the developmental needs for play and exploration for infants, toddlers and young children up to age six. Children must be accompanied by their families or caregivers.
Play Space ABC Cayuga
100 North StOpened 2017 - The Play Space is designed to meet the developmental needs for play and exploration for infants, toddlers and young children up to age six. Children must be accompanied by their families or caregivers.
Drinks & Nightlife
Won #1 in a nation-wide blind taste test for their IPA "Mass Riot" in 2016!
Award winning beers, great food, good music, and industrial chic decor.
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Prison City Pub and Brewery
28 State StWon #1 in a nation-wide blind taste test for their IPA "Mass Riot" in 2016!
Award winning beers, great food, good music, and industrial chic decor.
A.T.Walley & Co
119 Genesee StMoondog's Lounge
24 State StSwaby's Tavern
6 South StVery interesting decor - must see.
Most known for their semi-dry Riesling (also my all-time personal favorite).
They have a great outdoor pavilion often featuring live music and dog friendly!
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Treleaven Wines
658 Lake RdMost known for their semi-dry Riesling (also my all-time personal favorite).
They have a great outdoor pavilion often featuring live music and dog friendly!
Heart & Hands Wine Company
4162 NY-90CJS Vineyards
6900 Fosterville RdMontezuma Winery & Hidden Marsh Distillery
2981 US-20Long Point Winery
1485 Lake RdLunkenheimer Craft Brewing Co.
8931 N Seneca StAurora Ale & Lager Co.
1897 NY-90Shepherds Brewing Company
132 Genesee StEssentials
Wegmans
6789 E Genesee StTOPS Friendly Markets
352 W Genesee St RdALDI
217 Grant AvenueAldi has moved to 217 Grant Ave Auburn, NY 13021 in the plaza.
Parks & Nature
Lake access, boat launch, public swimming, playground, dog park, etc. Also the location of Merry-Go-Round Playhouse.
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Emerson Park
6877 E Lake RdLake access, boat launch, public swimming, playground, dog park, etc. Also the location of Merry-Go-Round Playhouse.
Taughannock Falls' main cataract is a 215-foot drop (66 m), making it 33 feet (10 m) taller than Niagara Falls. It is the tallest single-drop waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains. The waterfall is located along Taughannock Creek, which flows through a long gorge with cliffs up to 400 feet (120 m) high.
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Taughannock Falls State Park
1740 Taughannock BlvdTaughannock Falls' main cataract is a 215-foot drop (66 m), making it 33 feet (10 m) taller than Niagara Falls. It is the tallest single-drop waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains. The waterfall is located along Taughannock Creek, which flows through a long gorge with cliffs up to 400 feet (120 m) high.
Shopping
Bass Pro Shops
1579 Clark Street RdHunting/Fishing/Outdoor
Walmart Supercenter
297 Grant AveOpen 24hrs
On a tranquil Victorian farm overlooking Cayuga Lake, they produce world-renowned home furnishings. Their designers and artisans have created beautiful products that add joy and grace to homes throughout the world. Colorful, handmade ceramics, enamelware, glassware, furniture, and home accessories define their collection.
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MacKenzie-Childs - Aurora, NY
3260 NY-90On a tranquil Victorian farm overlooking Cayuga Lake, they produce world-renowned home furnishings. Their designers and artisans have created beautiful products that add joy and grace to homes throughout the world. Colorful, handmade ceramics, enamelware, glassware, furniture, and home accessories define their collection.