Restaurants in Bushnell's Basin, New York

Restaurants in Bushnell's Basin, New York

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Bushnell's Basin is a scenic vacation destination on the Erie Canal in Upstate New York. The area is especially popular with hikers and offers a variety of trails, including Fish Hatchery Trail and Daffodil Trail, both of which wind through the countryside, past creeks, cliffs and parks. Bushnell's Basin also offers a variety of dining choices, most of which are in the town of Pittsford.

Richardson's Canal House at Bushnell's Basin‎

Richardson's Canal House at Bushnell's Basin‎ is the oldest restaurant on the canal and was used as a public house (tavern) back in the early 1800s. The Canal House also served a stint as an inn for canal workers and, even though it's been restored, it still retains much of its charm. The restaurant serves upscale dining fare for lunch and dinner. The French country cuisine complements the Victorian charm of the inn. While the dining area is upscale, it has a pub that offers casual surroundings. Patio dining overlooks the canal from late spring to early fall.

Richardson's Canal House at Bushnell's Basin‎
1474 Marsh Road
Pittsford, NY 14534-3499
(585) 248-5000
richardsonscanalhouse.net

Pontillo's Pizzeria: Bushnell's Basin‎

With more than half century in the restaurant business, Pontillo's Pizzeria has grown from its single restaurant in Batavia to a New York institution that offers 25 locations throughout the state. It's the largest locally owned pizza chain in the area. While the restaurant made its name by serving up Italian pizza pies, either full or by the slice, customers can also get wings, salads and hero sandwiches made to order.

Pontillo's Pizzeria: Bushnell's Basin‎
665 Pittsford Victor Road
Pittsford, NY 14534
(585) 248-5372
pontillospizza.com/

Tom Wahl's

If you're looking for a casual American restaurant with a flair for 50's Americana, Tom Wahl's offers a diversion from typical chain sit-down eateries. There are eight Tom Wahl locations, one of which is in Bushnell's Basin. The restaurant is family driven and has been since the first one opened in 1955. It offers thick, juicy throwback burgers along with tasty homemade root beer. All burgers are made from ground steak, including the Wallburger, a burger concoction with grilled ham, lettuce and special sauce.

Tom Wahl's
643 Pittsford Victor Road
Pittsford, NY 14534-3921
(585) 586-4920
tomwahls.com

Article Written By Patrick Cameron

Patrick Cameron is a freelance writer with 10 years of diverse experience in consumer goods branding, promotions and retail communications. He works out of his home in Denver, Colo. He received his Bachelor of Arts in mass communication from the University of Minnesota.

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