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Lakeside dining in an intimate setting - 1909, Cooperstown, NY

1909

4.9
4.9
129 Reviews
$50 and over
American
60 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326-1042

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
With an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients, guests will find a menu that offers something for every palate, including the finest cuts of meats, fresh seafood and salads. The cozy setting, featuring outdoor seating on the veranda in season, and the serene backdrop of Otsego Lake provides a perfect complement to your dining experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jim Perillo

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea with a Twist

    $0.00 - $50.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience a modern twist on this classic English tradition. We're enhancing the cherished affair with a diverse selection of hot beverages - French press coffee, espressos, lattes - and a creative menu that goes beyond the traditional tea sandwich.
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What 129 people are saying

1909 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Upstate New York

    Great for fine wines

  • Upstate New York

    Good for special occasions

  • Upstate New York

    American

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Overall

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Food

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Service

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Ambiance

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Value

  • Mohawk Valley

    Great for fine wines

  • Mohawk Valley

    Romantic

  • Mohawk Valley

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
1909 at the Otesaga offers an upscale dining experience with "exceptional food and fabulous atmosphere." Guests praise the "top notch service" and "creative and delicious" dishes. Enjoy beautiful views and cozy settings. While some noted inconsistencies, the attentive staff and exceptional cocktails make it a "go to" spot for special occasions.
129 Reviews
  1. Russell

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at the more upscale 1909 at the Otesaga. It was excellent. The seafood was fresh and deliciously well prepared as was the lamb I got. Service was great. The cocktails were great also. Definitely recommend

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  2. Mark

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top quality delicious food and top notch service.

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  3. Caterina

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a wrap! Chef and team get a gold! Thank you for an enjoyable meal.

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  4. Julie

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent dinner for our birthday celebration. Food was amazing and the service was outstanding. The view of the lake from our table was beautiful. The fireplace and quiet atmosphere was very relaxing. The staff made the evening extra special, including the bartenders at the Hawkeye for our before dinner drinks. Highly recommend!

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  5. Megan VIP

    Philadelphia15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a delightful afternoon tea in the 1909 room. The food and service were both outstanding. Favorites included the charred carrot humus and the uncrustable. Will hope to book again on our next visit to Cooperstown.

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  6. LauraW VIP

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    1909 is a lovely restaurant that we go to regularly. But the meal last evening was not very good. The expensive steak we had was not prepared well and was tough. They were kind enough to cook it more but it did not change the quality. Both my husband and I felt the same. We have noted inconsistency in the food in the past as well. The staff are always attentive and so pleasant. Cocktails are excellent but it will be awhile before we return. It’s a pricey but special place but if we are spending that kind of money and entertaining others there, it’s not acceptable to not have the best food.

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  7. Paul

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our "go to" place here in Cooperstown. A very nice setting, friendly, professional staff, and very good food. When I want to take my wife out to dinner ( instead of cooking, which I'm pretty good at), 1909 is where I want us to go.

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  8. Alan

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service at 1909 was excellent. Out waitstaff was top notch. I highly recommend the Monkey Bread to start off brunch! Will definitely be back to enjoy again!

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  9. Alan

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The 1909 was a charming and delicious experience. The Bento Box was awesome! Out waitstaff was excellent and the ambience of the room was very warm and relaxing.

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  10. Jill VIP

    Poconos5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food and fabulous atmosphere for Valentine’s weekend!

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FAQs

1909 is rated 4.9 stars by 129 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 1909

60 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326-1042

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Cooperstown
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jim Perillo
  • Additional
    Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View
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