Caroline's Dining Room at Glen Iris Inn

Historic Dining & Scenic Views at Letchworth State Park

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner surrounded by the spectacular scenery of Letchworth State Park at Caroline's Dining Room, the full-service restaurant located inside the historic Glen Iris Inn.

Overlooking the Genesee River gorge and just steps from Middle Falls, Caroline's offers visitors the opportunity to combine a memorable meal with one of Western New York's most beautiful settings. Whether you're starting your day with breakfast, stopping for lunch during a day of exploring or sitting down for dinner after an afternoon on the trails, Caroline's is a unique dining experience inside Letchworth State Park.

Dine Inside Historic Glen Iris Inn

Caroline's Dining Room is located within Glen Iris Inn, the historic country inn that was once the estate of William Pryor Letchworth.

The restaurant is named for Caroline Bishop, a longtime colleague and close companion of William Pryor Letchworth who played an important role in the history and preservation of the Glen Iris Estate and Letchworth State Park.

Today, Caroline's continues that tradition of hospitality by welcoming park visitors, overnight guests, families, couples and groups for meals in the historic Inn.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Caroline's serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, offering a menu that combines familiar favorites with more elevated dining options.

Breakfast favorites include:

• Omelets
• Brioche French toast
• Buttermilk pancakes
• Eggs Benedict
• Country breakfast
• Berries and yogurt
• Local maple syrup

Lunch options include salads, sandwiches, burgers, wraps and other casual favorites, while dinner features a broader selection of steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and vegetarian dishes.

Popular dinner selections include prime rib, New York strip steak, beef short ribs, salmon, scallops, chicken Parmesan, Greek chicken and other seasonal specialties.

A Menu for a Special Letchworth Meal

Caroline's is more than a convenient place to grab a bite while visiting the park. The restaurant provides an opportunity to slow down and enjoy a sit-down meal in one of Letchworth's most memorable settings.

The menu includes appetizers such as French onion soup, shrimp cocktail, smoked trout, Danish Brie, stuffed mushrooms, a Mediterranean plate and flatbread. Guests can also choose from salads, sandwiches, entrees and a selection of desserts.

For dessert, options include cranberry almond bread pudding, key lime pie, chocolate decadence, seasonal pie and ice cream sundaes.

Drinks, Wine & Cocktails

Caroline's also features a full beverage selection, including Finger Lakes coffee, specialty cocktails, wine by the glass and bottle, beer, canned cocktails, bourbon and mocktails.

The wine list includes selections from the Finger Lakes and other New York wineries, along with domestic and international wines.

For those looking for a cocktail or celebratory drink, specialty options include creations such as the Pineapple Mojito, Lemon Rosemary Bourbon, Hot Honey Old Fashioned, Blueberry Lemonade Spritz and Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita.

Enjoy the Scenery Along With Your Meal

One of the biggest reasons to dine at Caroline's is the setting.

Located inside Letchworth State Park and overlooking the Genesee River gorge, the Glen Iris property provides an especially memorable place to enjoy a meal. Guests can pair their visit to Caroline's with a walk around the Glen Iris grounds, a visit to Middle Falls or an afternoon exploring the park's trails and scenic overlooks.

For visitors staying at Glen Iris, Caroline's also provides the convenience of having a full-service restaurant right where you're staying.

Picnic-to-Go & Park Dining

Planning to spend the day exploring Letchworth rather than sitting down for a full meal?

Caroline's also offers picnic options, making it possible to enjoy food while continuing your adventure through the park.

A picnic-to-go can be a convenient choice for visitors heading out to explore the gorge, waterfalls, trails and scenic overlooks.

A Convenient Stop During Your Letchworth Visit

Caroline's Dining Room is an especially convenient option for visitors who want to combine dining with sightseeing at Letchworth State Park.

Enjoy a morning hike, stop for lunch, spend the afternoon exploring the waterfalls and then return for dinner — all without leaving the park.

And because Caroline's is located at Glen Iris Inn, visitors can also pair a meal with an overnight stay at one of the Inn's accommodations, including the Glen Iris Inn, the Pinewood Lodge, the Pinewood Lofts, Caroline's Cottage, the Stone House and the Chalet House.

Highlights

• Full-service restaurant inside Letchworth State Park
• Located at historic Glen Iris Inn
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Located near Middle Falls
• Scenic Genesee River gorge setting
• Indoor dining
• Picnic-to-go options
• Breakfast favorites
• Burgers, sandwiches and wraps
• Salads
• Steaks
• Prime rib
• Seafood
• Chicken and pork entrees
• Vegetarian options
• Children's menu
• Desserts
• Finger Lakes coffee
• Wine by the glass and bottle
• Cocktails
• Mocktails
• Beer and canned cocktails
• Bourbon selection
• Convenient for overnight Glen Iris guests
• Great stop during a Letchworth State Park visit
• Group dining and catering available

Dining Season: Caroline's Dining Room operates seasonally. The current Glen Iris Inn schedule lists breakfast, lunch and dinner daily during the operating season; hours and seasonal closing dates can change, so visitors should check the current schedule before visiting.