Fall Favorite Menu Items in Ellicottville: Where to Eat, Drink & Savor the Season
Fall Favorite Menu Items in Ellicottville: Where to Eat, Drink & Savor the Season
Cozy dishes, autumn cocktails, and local favorites that capture the best of fall in Ellicottville.
Cozy comfort dishes, crisp ciders, and autumn cocktails fill the menus around Ellicottville, celebrating the best of fall flavors. Savor a made-from-scratch apple pie bar at Ellicottville Bakeshop, a perfectly grilled tomahawk steak at Villaggio, or a spiced Golden Hour Chai from Alpine Bistro. Read on for more flavorful options!
APPLE PIE BAR + BUTTERBEER COOKIES
Ellicottville Bakeshop | 5 E. Washington St. • EVL | 716-699-9116
Nothing says fall like a made-from-scratch apple pie bar - buttery crust, sweet spiced apples, and a crumbly topping that’s pure perfection. It’s a cozy treat you can enjoy any time of the day! For those looking to add a little extra flavor to their Halloween party table, the Bake Shop’s Butterbeer Cookies are soft, fluffy, and full of butterscotch flavor, topped with creamy butterscotch frosting and a dash of golden sparkle! Pre-order by Oct. 26th, with pick-up on October 30th and 31st.
GOLDEN HOUR CHAI
Alpine Bistro | 16 Washington St. • EVL | 716-993-2478
An apple a day keeps the doctor away… how about in a drink? Alpine Bistro has a full line of fall coffee drinks, such as the Golden Hour Chai - spiced chai with notes of a crispy apple. Other must-try drinks: Bonfire Brew - expresso, chocolate, and toasted marshmallows. Pumpkin Patch Latte - a classic pumpkin spice latte with cozy fall nostalgia. Stars Hollow Sweet - Butterscotch frappe (a Gilmore-approved treat!) Stop in for more options to keep you moving through the day.
TOMAHAWK STEAK
Villaggio | 7 Monroe St. • EVL | 716-699-2199
Nothing says cozy fall indulgence like Villaggio’s famous Tomahawk Steak - a massive, perfectly grilled cut that’s as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the appetite. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, tender asparagus, and a rich house-made sauce, it’s the ideal centerpiece for a crisp autumn evening. After a day of leaf-peeping or strolling the village, settle in at Villaggio, order a glass of red, and savor a hearty taste of fall done right.
CRAB CAKES + PRETTY IN PINK
Edna’s @ the Tamarack Club | Holiday Valley Rd. • EVL | 716-699-5350
Edna’s at the Tamarack Club is the perfect place to dine and enjoy the best of Ellicottville’s fall foliage. While you’re there, try the Baked Crab Cake appetizer - three delicious crab cakes with Old Bay Aioli, Paprika Oil, overtop mixed greens. Add a drizzle of lemon for some extra zest. Complement it with a Pretty in Pink. This specialty cocktail is a refreshing mix of Empress Elderflower Rose Gin, Grapefruit Bitters, Elderflower Liquor, Grapefruit Juice, and Prosecco.
APPLESHINE
Ellicottville Distillery | 5462 Robbins Rd. • EVL | 716-597-6121
Celebrate the flavors of fall with Ellicottville Distillery’s Appleshine - their smooth, small-batch take on apple pie moonshine. Crafted from locally sourced cider (from Mayer Bros. or Pumpkinville, depending on the season), this 50-proof spirit blends crisp apple sweetness with a warm caramel and cinnamon finish. Sip it over ice for “fall in a glass,” or mix it into your favorite autumn cocktail for a cozy, fireside-ready twist on a hometown classic - perfect for leaf-peeping weekends, tailgates, or toasting under the harvest moon.
BLOOD ORANGE CIDER
Winery of Ellicottville | 14 Monroe St. • EVL | 716-699-1055
Come taste fall in a glass with the Winery of Ellicottville’s Blood Orange Cider - a vibrant seasonal favorite that perfectly balances crisp apple with the bold, tangy sweetness of blood orange. Each sip delivers a refreshing citrusy twist that’s bright, juicy, and full of autumn spirit. Whether you’re relaxing after a day of leaf-peeping, gathering around a fire pit, or strolling through the village, this cider is the perfect pour for the season. Now pouring at the Winery of Ellicottville.
SUPERFOOD SMOOTHIES
Nature’s Remedy & Natural Market | 26 Monroe St. • EVL | 716-699-4372
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Fuel your fall adventures with one of Nature’s Remedy’s Organic Superfood Smoothies, blended fresh and packed with goodness! Their current favorite - the Lemon Zinger - is a bright, energizing blend that gets an extra boost from organic stoneground matcha. Top it off with hemp and chia seeds for a little crunch and a dose of healthy fats and protein. Whether you’re strolling through town or gearing up for a busy weekend, these smoothies are the perfect way to sip, smile, and stay nourished.
FALL FOOTBALL FOOD
Katy’s Fly-In | 4836 Route 219 • Great Valley | 716-25-2040
Fall = football season = game day grub. Take advantage of Katy’s Fly-In’s seasonal game day specials. Their fall menu makes it easy to feed your crew! Score a large one-topping pizza and 20 wings in your favorite sauce for just $37, two large one-topping pizzas for $32, or grab two small one-topping pizzas and 10 wings for only $26. Call ahead to place your pre-order and make sure your spread is ready before kickoff!