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Italian restaurant in Watertown, New York
What should I order at Fairground Inn?
What to order
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Prime Rib Special
Recommended multiple times for being cooked perfectly and described as delicious, off the chart, and one of the best meals people have had.
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Fairground Inn Chicken
Frequently praised as amazing and very good, with reviewers specifically calling it one of their favorites and recommending it highly.
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Chicken Sandwich
Mentioned as the best chicken sandwich one reviewer had ever eaten, showing strong praise for its quality.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu-Wich
Described as absolutely spectacular, with a well-liked combination of chicken breast, ham, melted Swiss, and Alfredo sauce.
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House Dressing
Called delicious by a reviewer, making it a standout item even though it is a smaller part of the meal.
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Open-Faced Corned Beef Reuben
A repeat favorite that one reviewer orders anytime they are in town and says never disappoints.
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Alfredo Sauce
Praised as very delicious and part of dishes that reviewers enjoyed greatly.
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Sausage Sandwich Smothered in Sauce
Described as amazing, homemade-tasting, and a highlight of a fantastic lunch.
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Pizza
Called one of the best in town, making it a notable recommendation among the menu items.
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Turkey Club
Mentioned positively alongside clam chowder on a visit where the food was described as incredible and well priced.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Fairground Inn
Old-fashioned family restaurant with original wood booths prepares American & Italian dishes.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Fairground Inn known for?
Fairground Inn is best known for its prime rib special, which reviewers repeatedly call perfectly cooked, especially on Thursday nights. The restaurant is also praised for huge portions and a wide menu, so diners often pair the prime rib with soup, salad, or rolls and still feel they got strong value.
What dishes are most recommended at Fairground Inn?
Reviewers most often recommend the prime rib, Fairground Inn chicken, clam chowder, and the open-faced corned beef Reuben. Other frequently praised items include the chicken cordon bleu sandwich, veal parm, French onion soup, and the sausage sandwich smothered in sauce.
What is the atmosphere like at Fairground Inn?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and historic, with rustic wood, high ceilings, tin ceilings in the bar area, and padded booths. It suits families, groups, and solo diners, and several reviews mention a friendly, family-like feel with attentive service.
Is Fairground Inn good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly say the prices are very reasonable, and the listed price range is $10 to $20. Guests mention getting hearty portions, leftovers, and full meals like prime rib, salad, and rolls for around the low $20s, which makes it feel like a strong value in Watertown.
What should I know about service and timing at Fairground Inn?
Service is often described as fast and attentive, and many diners say food comes out quickly even when the restaurant is busy. A few reviews note that the bar area can be slower at times, so if you want a more relaxed pace, the main dining room may be the better choice.
Is parking available at Fairground Inn?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Fairground Inn kid-friendly?
Yes, Fairground Inn is good for kids.
