Best of Corning, NY
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Corning, NY — mapped and organized by category.
About Corning
Located on the Chemung River in Steuben County, Corning serves as the headquarters for Corning Incorporated, a major manufacturer of glass and ceramic products. The city is named after Erastus Corning, an Albany financier who invested in its development. It sits roughly equidistant from New York City and Toronto, approximately 220 miles from both.
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The Rockwell Museum
Located at 111 Cedar Street in downtown Corning, The Rockwell Museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate museum of American art. It holds the distinction of being the first such affiliate in New York State outside of New York City.
Frommer's describes it as "one of the best-designed small museums in the Northeast."
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Best Hotels in Corning
17 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Econo Lodge Painted Post
Econo Lodge Painted Post is a hotel located at 200 Robert Dann Drive.
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Fairfield Inn Corning Riverside
The Fairfield Inn Corning Riverside is located at 3 South Buffalo Street.
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Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express is a hotel located at 9775 Victory Highway.
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Radisson Hotel Corning
Radisson Hotel Corning is located at 125 Denison Parkway East.
Best Restaurants in Corning
36 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Aniello's Pizzeria
Aniello's Pizzeria serves pizza, salad, and sandwich at 68 East Market Street.
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Butcher's Son
Butcher's Son serves burgers and sandwiches at 127;131 West Market Street.
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Corning Burgers and Beer
Corning Burgers and Beer serves American‑style burgers at 58 West Market Street.
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Ellen & Michael’s Osteria & Market
Ellen & Michael’s Osteria & Market is located at 68 West Market Street and offers Italian cuisine in a market-style setting.
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Giuseppe’s Italian Eatery
Giuseppe’s Italian Eatery is located at 16 West Market Street and offers pizza, American dishes, and coffee shop options.
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Little Boomer's Burrito Bar
Little Boomer's Burrito Bar at 30 West Market Street serves Mexican cuisine focused on burritos.
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Mooney's Sports Bar and Grill
Mooney's Sports Bar and Grill offers American dishes at 64 West Market Street.
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Nickle’s Pit BBQ
Nickle’s Pit BBQ is a barbecue restaurant located at 20 East Market Street.
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Nine Elephants
Nine Elephants is a restaurant located at 20 West Market Street that serves Asian and Cajun cuisine.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Corning
7 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Babes, Bagels, & Beans
Babes, Bagels, & Beans is a café located at 18 West Market Street that serves bagels, coffee, and sandwiches.
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Market Street Coffee & Tea
Market Street Coffee & Tea is a café located at 61 East Market Street.
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Old World Café and Ice Cream
Old World Café and Ice Cream offers a selection of coffee shop items, ice cream, and sandwiches at 1 CenterWay Square.
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Café Express
Café Express is a café located at 1 Museum Way offering coffee, ice cream and tea.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Corning
11 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Woodhouse Stadium Grill
Woodhouse Stadium Grill is an American bar located at 102 Columbia Street.
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Four Fights Distilling
Four Fights Distilling is located at 363 Market Street Extension. The bar offers a selection of craft spirits in a relaxed setting.
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R&M Restaurant & Bar
R&M Restaurant & Bar is a bar located at 101 West Market Street that serves American cuisine and burgers.
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Eastend Pub & Grill
Eastend Pub & Grill offers a relaxed atmosphere for drinks, food and live music.
Best Things to Do in Corning
8 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Benjamin Patterson Inn
The Benjamin Patterson Inn at 59 West Pulteney Street is a historic inn and tavern in Corning, New York.
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Heritage Village of the Southern Finger Lakes
Heritage Village of the Southern Finger Lakes is located at 59 West Pulteney Street.
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Kids Rockewell Art Lab
Kids Rockewell Art Lab is located at 36 East Market Street.
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The Rockwell Museum
Located at 111 Cedar Street in downtown Corning, The Rockwell Museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate museum of American art. It holds the distinction of being the first such affiliate in New York State outside of New York City.
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Painted Post-Erwin Museum at the Depot
The Painted Post-Erwin Museum at the Depot is located at 277 Steuben Street in Painted Post, New York.
Best Shops in Corning
15 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Card Carrying Books & Gifts
Card Carrying Books & Gifts is a shop located at 15 East Market Street.
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Corning Art & Frame
Corning Art & Frame is a shop located at 87 West Market Street.
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Corning Museum of Glass Studio
Corning Museum of Glass Studio is a shop located at 15 Museum Way.
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Pip’s Boutique
Pip’s Boutique offers a curated selection of fashion accessories on 89 East Market Street.
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Vitrix Hot Glass Studio
Visit Vitrix Hot Glass Studio at 77 West Market Street for a creative glass experience.
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Erlacher Steuben Glass Shop
Erlacher Steuben Glass Shop at 26 West Market Street offers a selection of glassware and decorative items.
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Pookie’s Little Britches
Pookie’s Little Britches is a shop located at 54;56 East Market Street.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Corning
23 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Centennial Park
Centennial Park is a public green space that offers walking paths, playgrounds, and picnic areas.
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Craig Park
Craig Park is a public green space where visitors can enjoy walking paths and scenic views.
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Everett Buckey Wainwright Memorial Field
Everett Buckey Wainwright Memorial Field is a park.
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Houghton Park
Houghton Park offers a tranquil green space for visitors to relax, walk, or enjoy outdoor activities.
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