Elephant and The Dove

Every year we head out to the Dickens Festival in Skaneatlus NY. It was our first time dining at Elephant and the Dove and it won't be our last in fact it will be our number one restaurant next year. The ELEPHANT and Dove was extremely busy since it was the weekend of the festival. My husband and I were impressed how quickly we were seated and no wait time! Thank you to our hostess who not onlygave us one of the last tables available but the best. We sat upstairs and could see part of the downtown area outside of the window. It was perfect.( Im sorry I didnt get the hostess name.) The restaurant couldn't be more tastefully decorated and I enjoyed the atrium as well as the art hanging on the walls. Table and chairs were comfortable plenty of room on the table for food and spaced adequately. Thank you to the server which was fast professional friendly and fun. Also thank you for asking to take a selfie. Thank you for apologizing for wait time which actually wasn't long considering the volume of people inside. I was grateful for the table and I wanted to spend a nice leisurely time dining to enjoy the restaurant. The food was amazing. I highly recommend the blackened shrimp tacos. Deliciousness stuffed with all kinds of good stuff and had the right amount of spices. Thank you Elephant and the Dove for a most memorable dining experience. You have an excellent team. See you next time!

Found this little gem on our four day trip to the Finger Lakes region. Skaneateles was recommended by friends so we spent a few hours there shopping. Heading back to our car thinking we’d have dinner back in Ithaca we walked past the Elephant & The Dove and decided to pop in. From the moment we walked in the entire staff was so friendly and welcoming! Our waiter Ryan was amazing!! He did not rush us whatsoever and happily answered all our questions. He even explained how the name and decor were an “ode to Frida Kahlo”. So beautifully decorated and the food…the best!! The Mexican pizza appetizer was big and delicious, so much on it yet not too much - the flavors were excellent! My Beef Birria tacos and my husband’s Beef Rojo Enchilada were so tasty! Oh and btw on Tuesday yummy margaritas are $5!! This was the best choice to enjoy my birthday dinner and drinks! Would highly recommend to anyone heading to the Finger Lakes - make the trip to Skaneateles and The Elephant & The Dove you wont be disappointed! If I didn’t live four hours away we would definitely be regulars!!

Had an awesome meal & drinks with my wife! The vibe was great, the service was spot on, and the nachos were next-level—seriously some of the best we’ve ever had. Big thanks to Josh, the manager, who really went out of his way to make sure everything was perfect. He was incredibly hospitable & made sure we had a positive experience. Can’t wait to come back!

SO GOOD that I ended up going twice in one week! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with a charming mix of modern and rustic decor that makes you feel right at home. On my first visit, I tried their burrito bowl, which was absolutely delicious. The ingredients were fresh and flavorful, and the portion size was perfect. I also indulged in a Caesar salad, which was crisp and well-dressed, making for a delightful and refreshing meal. The second time around, I couldn't resist ordering a variety of appetizers, and each one was better than the last. From the perfectly seasoned calamari to the mouthwatering stuffed mushrooms, every bite was a treat. One of the highlights of my visits was definitely the presentation of the food. Not only did everything taste amazing, but the dishes were also beautifully plated. I couldn't help but snap a few pictures – they were just too cute not to share! Overall, The Elephant and The Dove offers a wonderful dining experience with its delicious food, cozy ambiance, and friendly staff. Whether you're looking for a casual meal or a special night out, this place is sure to impress. I can't wait to go back and try more.

Great cozy place in a little cozy town. The food tasted great. The triple dipper was good, and we liked the salsa and the guacamole dips. The California burrito was amazing and well made. Similarly, burrito bowl was also great, although slightly more quantity of fish and rice would be great over the salad. The French fries were crispy and good as well. The service and staff were great.

Want to visit an upscale, classy, Mexican restaurant well......Elephant and The Dove located in Skaneateles, New York is the place for you! The inside is such a classy clean, neutral colors that are inviting. The second floor was my favorite as it has a large amount of natural light coming in. They have a basement for large private parties. They have seating for family like intimate dining. This restaurant feels like home! From the lighting that's unique to the wall art to the pillows on the chairs! There are two entrances one in the front that has an inviting home like cozy feel and then the back entrance that you can enter from the parking lot. The back entrance was a tad bit confusing to get to the main dining area however go through the front and exit out the back. The service was amazing. My server was prompt. She allowed me enough time to review my menu. She offered recommendations, and when I asked, for her honest opinion, she was able to assist me, and it did not fail. The food was amazing. I got the triple dipper which was a sample of salsa, guacamole, and queso. When I tell you, the guac was amazing with the right amount of garlic, and the queso was superb. It's making my mouth water just thinking about this appetizer and even the tortilla chips were the exact amount of salt and crisp. I got the Mexican mule to drink, which was an average drink. Nothing to talk about. My dinner was the burrito bowl and I got a side of Mexican street corn that was off the cob. The food was quick to the table. After ordering I cannot brag enough about how great the food was, and the service was great too! I highly recommend visiting Elephant and The Dove! I will definitely be bringing my family and friends here when they come to visit! To the owners you're doing a great job with food and service! I cannot brag enough about Elephant and The Dove!! Cheers🥂

The restaurant is super close to Skaneatles finger lake. We’d ordered quesadillas, loaded nachos, burrito bowls, and chimichangas. The food was amazing. The prices completely justify the portion sizes. Cleo our waitress was super generous and checked in with us whenever we stopped eating! At the end, we requested some extra chips and she was kind enough to get a full box of chips to go! Kudos to you Cleo! Thank you for being a great host during our time there!

the elephant and the dove is an amazing place to go to if you want a good atmosphere and great food! i ordered the beef birria pizza and it was so delicious - would recommend. i also loved the cheese empanadas! additionally, the decor was beautiful. however, i believe that the service could be slightly improved, with some delays in ordering and receiving the check. overall, i would highly recommend this restaurant if in skaneateles!

Stopped in at 1:00 on a Sunday-no wait. Staff was friendly and attentive. We ordered the triple dip and I had the blackened fish tacos with a side of Mexican street corn. The dips were all good. The salsa could've had at least a.little spice though. My fish tacos were filling and tasty, again could've used a little spice. The street corn was excellent though and would be something I made sure to get if I come back. Came to about 55 dollars with the appetizer, one entree, a nonalcoholic beverage, and a mocktail. Kinda expensive but that's the area for you. I'd go back.

Want to visit an upscale, classy, Mexican restaurant well......Elephant and The Dove located in Skaneateles, New York is the place for you! The inside is such a classy clean, neutral colors that are inviting. The second floor was my favorite as it has a large amount of natural light coming in. They have a basement for large private parties. They have seating for family like intimate dining. This restaurant feels like home! From the lighting that's unique to the wall art to the pillows on the chairs! There are two entrances one in the front that has an inviting home like cozy feel and then the back entrance that you can enter from the parking lot. The back entrance was a tad bit confusing to get to the main dining area however go through the front and exit out the back. The service was amazing. My server was prompt. She allowed me enough time to review my menu. She offered recommendations, and when I asked, for her honest opinion, she was able to assist me, and it did not fail. The food was amazing. I got the triple dipper which was a sample of salsa, guacamole, and queso. When I tell you, the guac was amazing with the right amount of garlic, and the queso was superb. It's making my mouth water just thinking about this appetizer and even the tortilla chips were the exact amount of salt and crisp. I got the Mexican mule to drink, which was an average drink. Nothing to talk about. My dinner was the burrito bowl and I got a side of Mexican street corn that was off the cob. The food was quick to the table. After ordering I cannot brag enough about how great the food was, and the service was great too! I highly recommend visiting Elephant and The Dove! I will definitely be bringing my family and friends here when they come to visit! To the owners you're doing a great job with food and service! I cannot brag enough about Elephant and The Dove!! Cheers

I truly love coming to this restaurant. It is in the beautiful Skaneateles, New York. I love the area and then when you go inside, there's also beautiful ambience when you walk in there's big bright windows which offers a great deal of good vibes. I always arrive and try to test different tacos to see which ones that I like. I also always get the plain nachos and they are mile high loaded with all different kinds of toppings. This business really knows how to bring out great flavor and quality. Every time I visit here, the waiter/waitress is always helpful and great!

We visited on margarita Monday and both got a $5 margarita, which was great. My verde chicken enchilada was delicious not too saucy and full of perfectly cooked chicken, I liked that it didn't come drowning in sauce but the flour tortilla had a lovely crema and verde sauce on top. As a thank you for coming, our server boxed up a complimentary churro for us to take home! I would come back if we lived here! Prices were absolutely reasonable if not almost too reasonable! Didn't get a feel for the ambience too much because the downstairs was full so we were seated in a room upstairs by ourselves.

This is a really nice place to stop n eat in Skaneateles. If you find a spot in the back, you can come up the back stairs and check in with the hosts on her visit. We stopped to get a gift certificate and decided of course have some appetizers and some drinks while we waited floors. Two margaritas an appetizer of queso, guacamole, cheese, and chips so good.! The food is very good The menu is extensive and the service is quick! in the past. Tastefully n so colorfully decorated. So if you're out this way, check it out, you won't be sorry if you love Mexican.!

Base my reviews off what you pay: Food - 4/5 - great food, large portions. Service - 3/5 - solid, nothing remarkable. Ambiance - 1/5 - cramped, stuffy. Overall - 3/5 - great food and large portions for the price. Service was solid, no issues but no interaction. Ambiance was disappointing, upstairs we felt on top of one another.

The ambiance of this place is vibrant with Latina music playing in the background and chic upscale Mexican decor. The overall service team was attentive and helpful. Not pictured is the house made horchata and triple dip appetizer. Everything was delicious and you won't leave hungry.

All four of us really enjoyed this restaurant! We were seated in their very front of the building at the round table. Great seats! We started with an order of the nachos. Very impressive! Delicious and great service. We had a variety and shared amongst us. All were very pleased with the quality of the food and how quickly it came out. Would definitely recommend people to come here!

We came for late lunch on a Saturday afternoon and there was no wait to get a table and our food came super fast! The workers were kind and quick and the food was delicious! I would come back in a heartbeat and try everything on the menu.. the restaurant is also beautiful inside and decorated nicely

2nd visit here. Unique Mexican cuisine restaurant. Great service and great food. Had bang bang shrimp tacos, street corn. Really good. Best chips and salsa as well. We don't live here but whenever we are here we go to this fantastic gem.

This restaurant is stunning! Every decor choice was carefully made, including the bathrooms. Stellar! Service was excellent and the food was fantastic. Wonderful experience.

I thoroughly enjoyed Elephant and the Dove! The ambiance is lively and cool, and the staff was so nice and accommodating (especially with our arriving with two kids and a stroller). Our waitress was especially helpful in providing her opinion of menu items when we asked, including a beer that was not even on the draft list (yet). The food was good and came in large portions. This was especially the case for the Mexican pizza, which was gargantuan and had a bit of heat to it (and my wife was correct to order it as a meal). We ordered the triple dipper as an appetizer, and everything included in the dish was very clearly prepared fresh and on-site, from the chips (which came out steaming) to the guacamole (an onion-heavy but nonetheless deliciously unique recipe). The least impressive thing on the table was the taco from the kids menu. It tasted like a taco you would make at home from a seasoning mix with ground beef. But this was probably by design, so as to be appealing to kids (hence its placement in that section of the menu). However, our Californian toddler (weaned on quesabirria tacos obtained from Mexican food trucks) was not interested, and so gorged herself on the smoke serving of fries that accompanied the taco.

An absolutely gorgeous little restaurant on the main strip of Skanteatles. A great combination of cozy and tropical get away. We sat on the second floor and got to fully appreciate the skylight full of plants. Our server was fun and more than willing to answer our questions and provide suggestions. Food was great, thr mahi mahi tacos were refreshing and light, carnitas tacos were full of flavor, and the (vegan) Portobello fajitas were the surprise of the night - maybe thr tables favorite dish. Veggies were deeply savory and perfectly cooked. The group also loved our mock- and cocktails. The razor blade was beautifully cucumbery with a kick of tequila, the cocktail left nothing to be desired one of the best I've ever had. Loved the addition of coconut from the suggestion of our server! My only complaint is that they offer sparkling or still water which you have to pay for- perhaps my own naivety though, just something to be aware of.

Finally got a chance to eat at this fine restaurant on a beautiful day out at Skaneateles. Since they don't take reservations, it was hard for our family of 6 to get seated without a long wait, so we adjusted our plans and showed up at 3pm for dinner. Hahaha. But it was definitely worth the wait. Their cocktails are amazing as is their food. We had the nacho appetizer, the chimichanga, burrito, fish & chicken tacos. And it was also delicious. Check out the pics!

This place draws you in as you walk up, specially when lit up at night. Once inside it gets better, all the spaces are beautifully done, from the painted walls to the decorations and art. The ambiance is a 5 if ever there was one. They have a very nice drink menu but we arrived on margarita Monday when they are $5. I do love margaritas and we make them at home trying all sorts of recipes and types of liquor. These were amongst the best I have had. My wife had the steak tacos and I had the carnitas. Both have a large amount of meat filling and tasted great. The home made quac was very good.

There is a great ambiance and I love the decoration on the bar with the Topo Chico bottles. Sadly you cannot order Topo chico. The staff were friendly but not very accommodating to a person in our group with mobility issues. They tried to seat us up a huge flight of stairs despite seeing the guest had a cane. Eventually we got them to seat us downstairs. The food is very delicious and reasonably priced for the portions you get.

Adam Weitsman, owner of the largest privately owned scrap processor on the Northeast, and owner of several Skaneateles restaurants along with his wife Kim, opened Mexican restaurant The Elephant and the Dove in 2019. The restaurant's name is derived from Mexican artists Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo, who were married and nicknamed the elephant and the dove. Weitsman said his goal was to offer hearty portions at affordable prices in a more laid back environment in the 7,500-square-foot historic building at 9 Genesee St, which is spread out over 3 floors. My wife and I went to Elephant and the Dove for the first time for our 10th Wedding Anniversary, and unfortunately did not have an enjoyable experience. We were told a 45 minute wait, which we expected a wait, although I thought it was odd a restaurant of this size didn't take reservations. We went back to our car to wait, as it was after 6PM and the village of Skaneateles is pretty much shut down at that time. We were texted a table was ready about 20 minutes earlier than expected. We were brought up to the top floor to be seated. There were several open, cleaned and set tables on both floors, so we wondered why the wait, but no biggie. The place was nicely decorated and definitely very Frida Kahlo inspired. We didn't see a server for 20 minutes. By that point, we knew what we wanted for an appetizer and main meal, so we ordered both at the same time. My wife ordered a margarita with jalapenos. We received the drink about 10 minutes later, and my wife was not happy with it, as she said it was extremely watered down. Our appetizer of 2 empanadas took 25 minutes to come out. While they had decent flavor, they were lukewarm on the verge of being cold. 30 minutes after receiving our appetizer, we received our main dishes, which we were also disappointed with. My wife ordered the fish tacos with a side of Mexican street corn and I ordered a chorizo burrito with verde sauce. My wide enjoyed the street corn side, but said her tacos were dry and flavorless. My burrito had very little chorizo in it to the point where it was undetectable, but it was also overpowered by the flavor of the rice, which honestly tasted like a bagged rice side you can buy at the grocery store. We were going to get desert as well, but passed since everything else was subpar. Service was okay. As I said, it took a long time to be served even though there were plenty of open tables the entire time we were there, our server was nice but we only saw her twice while we we there, and the woman who filled our water seemed in a bad mood as she didn't speak at all and slammed our water glasses on the table after every time she poured. We definitely felt it was overpriced for what we were served. We would not return or recommend. *UPDATE* The manager, Sierra, reached out to me through Yelp and asked me to call her. I did, and we had a very good conversation. She was very nice, professional and apologetic and understanding, and offered us a refund and promised to make a return visit worth it for us. I'm very appreciative that she reached out and wanted to make it better. I did mention that I would not change my review, as this WAS our experience, and she agreed and said she wasn't expecting me to, she just wanted to make up for our night. So while I'm not changing the review, I did want to make an update to say that I appreciate them taking customers experiences seriously and attempting to fix issues, because those things matter and make a difference as well.

Everything about this place was spot on! Needless to say, we're hours away from here but couldn't stop talking about our next trip in that area just for their food! Contacted the restaurant on a Saturday afternoon to ask if they can accommodate a party of 10. With no hesitation we were assured a table. Parking during the Dickens Christmas celebration was not easy as it was crowded. Yet, there is a parking lot located right behind this restaurant. At arrival, we checked in and without the full party present they quickly sat us. We were seated downstairs in a private intimate room. Loved it! Our server was quick, attentive and a multitasker. As each guest arrived the server continued to run our lunch experience smoothly. The chimichanga with carnitas was outstanding! Smothered in verde and queso, this dish was very filling. Portions were sufficient enough for us to take much of it home. The menu consists of typical Tex-Mex foods. Furthermore, it was all worth the pricing!

I had never been to this place but always heard good things so we decided to drive out there. *THERE IS A VERY LONG WAIT* so we waited at lake house pub for a drink. We got in there around 8pm and they got us our food, appetizer, and drinks in less than 15-20 minutes it was incredible. Our server was very friendly and the food was great. Highly suggest the 3 cheese empanadas and the Birria tacos. The tacos were a generous portion of meat and the sauce was amazing. The price of things was very fair too. We will be back here again, it lives up to its hype!

I didn't expect to like this place as much as I did, but it was wonderful! We got the chicken enchilada on a flour tortilla (super flavorful, absolutely delicious!), and carnitas burrito (husband said it was very good). Portion sizes were good and price was affordable. The ambience was very nice. Would highly recommend for any occasion.

Came by on a recommendation from the instructor in our fitness class and it's an absolute hit! Excellent food, amazing service, and a decor to brighten moods -- let's dive in ... Ambiance: From the moment you walk in the unique light fixture choices catch your eye. The relaxed bench/seat cushion seating brings out the fun relaxed vibe you want in a meal with close family and friends! Chips Trio (4/5): The chips were a nice crispy bite to devour the perfect salsa and guac! The queso was nice after a little stir Chicken Enchiladas Verde (5/5): This verde-coated enchilada had wonderful flavor with juicy chicken. Chimichanga Rojas (5/5): This massive fried burrito was a delight with some carnitas added! The roja sauce was super robust and added the perfect moisture to this fried giant! Service (5/5): Our server was incredibly attentive and provided excellent local recommendations for while we were in town! They finished the keg of a beer that I requested and she gave me the last nearly-full beer of it at no cost. At the end of the meal we took our chips trio combo to go and she brought out a fresh bag of chips. Absolutely above and beyond!! TL;DR: Great food, ambience, and staff! An absolutely must-stop in Skaneateles!

Very cool atmosphere and bar. Stopped in for a couple of cocktails. The place was hopping. The staff behind the bar was excellent. They made some very tasty drinks including a blueberry mojito that my wife enjoyed and 2 painkillers that I enjoyed immensely. Although we didn't try the food, it looked really excellent.

Everything I expected from a Mexican restaurant named Elephant and The Dove. Let me start by saying the wait staff was great and attentive. The atmosphere is tasteful done if, this was an Indian restaurant. The food was as far from authentic Mexican as it can get. I'm sure many people find this to be a great spot, unfortunately it was exactly as expected, far from on point. Not to mention, no complementary chips & salsa. If you are expecting authenticity, this is not it, food was mid at best, more like an eclectic twist on Mexican cuisine. But, this may be your thing. 3 's because of the staff 2.5 's for the food.

You'll be so amazed at the gorgeous interior of this fancy Mexican restaurant I In Skaneateles. The ambiance is brilliantly executed with so much style and warmth. The food was excellent too! I ordered a Mexican pizza. My cocktail was out of this world (Paloma). We were seated towards the back, which is quite cozy. We felt like we were seated in a couch with a table. Quite comfy. Skaneateles itself is a delight with the shops and lake. Highly recommend this place! Highly!! Thank you for such a joyful experience! #givethanksThursday

Okay this place is hella good!! The chimichanga was so good I ate it the next day for breakfast. Queso was phenomenal. Nachos A++ definitely get them Strawberry Empanadas A+++++++++++ like in Ralphies dream when his teacher reads his paper aloud to the class and the whole class cheers for him I would legit eat those every day for dinner like one of those people on strange addictions. Yeah order those. I'll definitely be coming back to Skan so I can eat here again

I keep finding myself coming back here!! I enjoy the atmosphere and the food has never disappointed me. I find the pricing reasonable as well. We'll be back

Finallyyyy gave this place a try after the last experience. Glad we did!! The food was delicious this time. The drinks were phenomenal. We recalled liking the chips and queso. They were a hit again. We went for an early dinner. They were going to sit us downstairs and I asked if we could sit upstairs, since we've already sat in the downstairs and it's a little more noisy and I wanted a more intimate date night. They were quick to accommodate. I'm thrilled to report I'd go again.

Delicious upscale-Mexican food in beautiful downtown Skaneateles. We started with the chips and guacamole. The chips were hot and fresh and the guacamole was delicious. For my entree, I went with the bang bang shrimp tacos and a side of street corn. Everything was awesome and there was tons of food! I had plenty leftover for lunch the next day. Stop by next time you're in the area!

As much as I wanted to try their Thursday special, I went on a Monday for their $5 Marg deal. The waitress said that it was an up charge for a flavor, which we assumed was the $1 or 2 listed on the menu. When the check came, they were full priced. She told us that it was only the original marg flavor. This was not specified before in person by her. nor posted on their socials, which is a bit disappointing. But otherwise, the food was excellent - the guac & cheese sauce were really tasty, the birra was crunchy & the overall ambiance is so pretty. It's like a more tradition, upscale Mexican style and feel without the often overwhelming decor and music. I also had their bang bang shrimp tacos from a coworker as leftovers one day, and even cold those were great! The next step will be trying a brunch & seeing if the Thursday $50 date meal is a good deal. For their higher quality food & ambience, i would say yes!

We stopped in for a drink and appetizer. We sat at the bar which is very modern looking with comfortable seating. We were greeted by a friendly bartender. We were just there for an appetizer so we did the dip trio. The salsa was not good, super watery with no flavor. The queso was decent. The guacamole was outstanding! Tasted so fresh with tomatoes and topped with jalapeños. The chips were tasty. The inside of this place is so cool. The seating, the lighting, the art...all awesome. If I was going for vibe only, I'd give it 5 stars for sure.

Came here for $5 margarita Monday and stayed for dinner. The standard house margaritas were good! Originally the wait for a table for 2 was 25 minutes, but we found 2 seats at the bar in the meantime. Atmosphere was fun and inviting, and the menu had interesting takes on standard Mexican fares. The appetizer came out after the entrees, the rojo sauce was salty, but the barbacoa meat was tender and spicy, and the verde sauce was savory. We were still there around 9pm and seemed to be closing the place down!

Very creative and high quality food. Have only been for lunch so have not yet sampled the Margaritas! Looking forward to that Way better quality food than other Mexican places we have tried in the Finger Lakes

Friendly service and amazing food! My son actually said "best tacos around." The ambiance and decor were very cool, colorful, and bright. I went with my family but will definitely be back soon with some friends. The drinks were delicious. I had the buffalo cauliflower tacos and they were amazing. Perfect amount of heat on the crispy cauliflower and when topped with their house slaw and ranch crema....chefs kiss! Can't wait to return and try more on the menu.

My husband and I came for lunch and loved it. We got margaritas of course. I got the tortilla soup to warm me up and loved it. Lots of flavor. My husband got the Mexican pizza. So unique, never have anything like it before but loved it. Definitely recommend.

I absolutely love how elegant this restaurant is. My first time eating at this restaurant was not a great experience, although it was super packed, which if you have saved your appetite for here be mindful that the service will be a lot slower if very busy! I stopped quickly at the bar to kill some time prior of starting my birthday celebration and service was a lot better hence the low amount of people. Each time I've gone I've ordered the loaded nacho fries as my appetizer and they give a generous amount and can be shared with 4-5 people. It's absolutely worth every penny deliciously good! However my sangria cocktail was quite disappointing, it wasn't sweet and did not taste anything like what it said it had which made it hard to drink.

This was one of the cutest places I've ever been too. First of all, who thinks Mexican restaurant when they see this name. I know I didn't. But boy, was I pleasantly amazed by a Elephant And The Dove. We walked in on a Sunday evening a bit later and were able to get quickly seated upstairs. The decor inside was just really pretty and not expected. Sat down and ordered a round of drinks, which I did not disappoint at all. They were exactly as described on the menu, and having spent the weekend in NYC these drinks were a great bang for the buck. The food was amazing as well, we started off with the trio dip, which had a queso, guacamole and salsa. I got the bang bang shrimp tacos, which were so delicious, but I was so full after having only one, I was sad that I was only able to have one. My friends got the Mexican pizza which they were not excited about sadly, but they enjoyed their salad and side rice. If I was ever in the area again, I would definitely stop by. The music, the decor, the food, the ambience everything was amazing.

3.5 stars. 5/5 stars for ambience and service, 4/5 stars for drinks, 2/5 for food. This is a tex-mex restaurant. Came here for a friend's birthday and we had a private party with our own bar in a whole section of the second floor which was very nice. The area was beautiful and vibey and great for a brunch and service was excellent. Drinks were delicious (every single one was tasty) and there was such a variety. The food was very mediocre. Empanadas, taquitos, nachos were all greasy and heavy. I tried the fish and shrimp tacos with street corn and the corn was very salty and overall we were just disappointed as compared to price point though portions were generous. Churros were better. I would definitely recommend this place for great drinks and service though.

It was a pleasant experience. The ambience was amazing. I wish there was a free chips and salsa as well usually get in Mexican restaurants. Hence the 4 stars The lady that served us was so attentive and nice and helped us select the items. My husband does not tolerate spice, hence she helped us choose CHILE RELLENO as the appetizer. It's salty hands of spice without overpowering pallet burning fiery hot spice. it's a new dish that we tried and enjoyed it. I highly recommend that for anyone who is trying it for the first time. I ordered bang bang from tacos and as usual it never disappointed. I usually like soft shells, however, this one was a little harder to my taste, but it did not disappoint overall. My husband ordered BEEF ROJO ENCHILADA. He loved it. It wasn't too spicy for his pallet. he is expanding his spice level so that he can tolerate more dishes and try them out. There was something about the ambience and location that made it very enticing and we will come back to this place again.

Delicious margaritas. Yummy enchalidas. Wait staff was friendly and helpful Loved the references to Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera!

Lizzie is best bartender ever. Drinks slam. Chappel Roan sound track kicks. Food is great. Prettiest restaurant on the strip. Open late off the yankees are on.

We loved the food. Service was excellent, Very polite and educated. We loved the music and ambiance in general.

Beautiful restaurant, perfect for a girls night out. Decorative details throughout, only adding to the ambiance. Delicious tacos... great deals on Monday. Tasty margaritas. Located in beautiful Skaneateles, right near the shops and lake.

My husband and I recently had lunch here. We enjoyed great Mexican food with a quiet ambience. The tacos were generous and the tacquitos were delicious! And my cocktail was perfection. The waitstaff was friendly and attentive. Definitely will be returning!

I came here last week for my first visit and I was ready to be impressed as my family and friends had many great things to share about this eclectic restaurant. I was drawn in by the cool exterior and boho style interior. Whoever their interior designer is, I need you in my life! The restaurant is three stories and the layout of the restaurant takes advantage of the available space. We were seated by the window at the cutest round table that included soft cushions and decorative lighting. If I haven't said this enough, love love love the decorations. We kicked off the night with some drinks and mock tails. Most of our party ordered the guava margarita which was delicious. I ordered a mocktail that was equally amazing. We then ordered a variety of appetizers and food including their empanadas and taquitos. We ordered the steak tacos, shrimp tacos and both of the enchilada options. Sadly, the food fell short of expectations. The portion size of everything was very small. We had a party of four and thought two appetizers would be enough. Two empanadas and three taquitos were surprising with the prices of each being around $15. The flavor of the appetizers were good, they just need to be bigger. I consider myself a taco fanatic and the best part of the taco is the filling. The tacos were all cabbage with a sprinkle of steak or whatever protein you chose. They mad me sad. With some simple changes, these tacos could be excellent!

Once you get past the absurdity of slapping an English pub name on a glorified taqueria, Elephant and the Dove offers a pleasant, upscale décor and relaxing ambiance. The food was delicious. The tortilla soup (so loaded with tender shredded chicken and beans that it ate like a stew) had just the right balance of savoriness and heat and the Cajun shrimp tacos were very tasty. Again, just the right amount of heat with tender, succulent shrimp and a creamy salsa that added just the right balance. Where E&D falters, however, is with the service. Refusing to offer customers the option to order mixed taco plates is not only arrogant, but limits exploration of the menu, especially when the kitchen is far from slammed. Adding insult to injury, however, was tacking on $4 for a few ounces of club soda splashed into a shot of Campari on the rocks. If you want to charge $11 for a Campari & soda, that's fine, but breaking it out on the receipt is just tacky.

Awesome dinner & can't wait to come back! Our party of five ordered two of the 'Dinner for 2' Thursday deals and it far exceeded our expectations. The nachos were the best we ever had EVER and the tacos & margaritas were delicious. Our server Ryan was awesome too -- He was extremely helpful, attentive, & friendly and even took time to share the story behind the name & the artwork throughout.

Food was unreal. Anyone giving it less than a 4.5 is a miserable person. Food came out incredibly fast. I think the nachos may have been some of the best I had ever had. Easy 5/5 and wish I could give more stars.

Went there for the first time and don't plan on going back anytime soon. The food was good and the drinks were good. However, the service was really poor. We went there at 5 pm and didn't get out of there until 730pm... service was very slow and there were a good number of tables empty (We had to ask if someone was assigned to our table after waiting 15mins and then I even went downstairs to order my beer from the bar there). So, if you go there plan to be there for a long time, there seem to be a lot of workers but not sure what they are all doing.

I honestly don't understand why this place is only getting 3.5 stars on Yelp. I came for brunch and everything was amazing. Got a flight of margaritas, which comes with 4 flavors of about a shot glass size for $20, perhaps a bit pricey for what you get but delicious and fun. We also ordered a smothered burrito (the cheese isn't queso blanco as I had expected but an equally delicious yellow cheese sauce). Also got the avocado toast which is admittedly a smaller plate but also very good. All in all, the place did not disappoint, and is exactly what this particular part of Skaneateles needed. It's beautiful and modern on the interior with actually delicious Mexican food and an open air style kitchen. Much better than most of what is around for actual foodies.