Aqua Vino Restaurant Utica

Based on family coming from the Albany area for Mother's day and based on previous lunch and dinner visits, we celebrated Mother's Day at Aqua Vino, located off the NYS Thruway Exit 31 at 16 Harbor Lock Rd E, Utica, NY 13502. We were a group of seven and were seated promptly with reservations, however based on the weather, versus outside, we were seated upstairs at a round table which was perfect for our family. Trish took excellent care of us and even the bus girls and gals provided excellent service along with the Bar Gal. For the food, menu was limited but great - Appetizers & Soups to start - Brother in law had a greens & beans type soup, one of the best he has had, a mother had Shrimp and Crab Bisque also tasty. Geno's Greens, Aqua Vino Calamari with with Sambal Aioli and cold Chicken stuffed were all great. PS Not available but also great their Long Hots - my favorite. Cajun Sea Bass, Salmon, Filet all exceptional. Rack of Lamb over Greens my choice was excellent and it was cooked perfectly. My mom had their Shrimp & Scallops Fra D'Avolo, Trish even warned her that it was spicy and lucky for us she enjoys spicy food. It was both spicy and great tasting. Large portion as well. Desserts - of course always room - their Limoncello Mascarpone Cake was a Big Hit at our table and I went for their Peanut Butter cake simply the best. Took pictures of most of the dishes, Greens went too fast for a picture :). Overall they surpassed our expectations for a Mother's Day celebration.

I've been here for fundraisers and the food is good and service is great and the atmosphere is the best thing about this restaurant. I would highly recommend this restaurant for someone who wants to have a party or just have dinner.