Sure, there are wacky menu options. Â Sure, it is a popular local place, and maybe it is even one of the better places in the area. Â But great food this isn't, unless we caught them on a bad night.
My kids ordered a steak medium rare to split. Â It wasn't. Â It also wasn't seasoned. Â It kind of tasted like salmon. Â Not sure how they did that...
My wife liked her food, but she's happy with almost any vegetarian food, so she can't be trusted. Â I tried her salad (can't remember exactly what it was), and it was decent, but not something I'd go out of my way for.
My dish was so forgettable that I did just that.
The atmosphere was nice, though we were seated in kind of a bad location. Â Service was OK.
Best of all, our car was still there when we left. Â Normally I try to avoid parking in garages that smell like urine, but there didn't seem to be other options nearby. Â
Yelp, please let me rate things as 2.5 stars -- this place is perfectly average.
Lost Dog Cafe is one of my all-time favorite places in Binghamton. Every time I got I get something different and am never disappointed. The service is usually great and I love the atmosphere.
I wish I could remember specifics of something I ate there for a better review but it's been almost a year since I went last but next time I am in Binghamton I'd definitely go back!
This place has a cool interior, I love how they've decorated it! The staff (minus our waiter) was friendly and prompt. Our waiter, let's call him Tag, was grumpy and insisted my ID (from Indiana) was a fake because there's a sticker on it. When I told him it was not and I was 27 he replied with, "I'm 32, but I know the law" and then proceeded to bring me the wrong drink anyway and not card my husband. It was weird.
Waiter unpleasantness aside, get the salmon! The corn and black bean succotash is tits, as is the sweet potato mash. If you're not a fan of jalapenos, no worries, they're more of an accent to the potatoes. The food was really good.
We went back with my parents at a later date and didn't have Tag as our waiter but a seriously peppy and friendly chick who was prompt and capable. Visit this place, you won't be disappointed! (Just be prepared to have multiple IDs if you're unlucky enough to score Tag as your waiter...)
Great vibe inside. I got the Jalepino white bean soup and it was great. Got their special rock fish salad and it was weak...after talking to the bartender it seems like more of a drinking place than a place to eat...maybe I just picked a bad menu item. I'll give it a second chance next time I am in the area.
Review Source:Found this place on Yelp while traveling through NY State. Very lucky to have stumbled upon it! We had to wait for about 20 minutes for a table for four, but the lounge area was great so we hardly minded the wait. Food was delish! I recommend the baked brie appetizer! I also had the Black Jack Cheese Steak which was cooked to perfection and so good! Other people in my party also enjoyed the Voo Doo Tuna sandwich and the Amore dinner. I really enjoyed the Mashed Jalapeno Sweet Potato as my side!
Review Source:Cute place! Definitely make sure to hit up the lounge in the back. They have some of the most fun drinks I've ever seen. I ordered that 1 Fish 2 Fish- blue raspberry martini with Swedish fish floating in it! Loved it!
The restaurant has great food and they were able to accommodate our large party. If you're ever in Binghamton, NY definitely hit up Lost Dog.
Oh no! Â Raved about this place to my Dad and told him the pulled pork sandwich was to die for. Â He came in while visiting my sister at Binghamton in March and was told that they were out of the pulled pork! Â Obviously disappointed my Dad brushed it off and told the waitress he would be back at the end of April and will come back for the sandwich! Â So a month goes by and we decide to take a detour and hit up the Lost Dog Cafe for some pulled pork. Â We waited 45 minutes for a table on a Saturday night which was fine, busy means they're doing something right! Â We sat down and were presented menus but the sandwich had been taken off! Â Why take off such a delicious menu item. Â This was their signature dish in my opinion, I know many others felt this way too! Â We ended up leaving because that's the only reason we came in....kind of disappointing.....
Review Source:This is my go to place in Binghamton...a bright spot in a gloomy town. The atmosphere alone makes this restaurant worth the visit. The wait staff is top notch, food is great, drinks are strong. They are willing to make most dishes as a vegetarian dish...so great to find in a small town. I loved the squash soup. It was great and flavorful. Their portions are huge, and the entrée salads are all great. The hummus appetizer is enough for dinner. My son is a huge fan of their steaks...they do a great job according to him. For dessert...creme brûlée...just do it!
Review Source:My wife and I stopped in late afternoon for lunch on a Saturday. It was relatively busy but not overly crowded. After looking up the menu online beforehand we were looking forward to trying the baked brie appetizer but discovered it is only available weekday evenings. Despite this initial disappointment our lunches were excellent. We both had the grass fed Kobe burgers ordered medium with cheddar cheese. The burgers were cooked to perfection and quite delicious, and the sweet potato fries were also very good. The service was attentive and friendly.
Review Source:Great atmosphere and food
If you're looking for a great spot for a date in downtown Binghamton this should be your #1 choice. The food is excellent, the service is friendly, and the atmosphere is perfect for a date, lunch, or dinner.
You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu but definitely try the sweet potato fries on the side of whatever you end up getting. Sandwiches are great for lunch and the penne a la vodka is great for dinner. They have a few specialty drinks and each of them that I have tried have been good. Don't pass this place up.
Lost Dog Cafe is definitely a gem in Binghamton. Every Binghamton college student needs to dine here before they graduate. I try to come here at least twice a month. Everything I've ordered here has been satisfying. The wait here when crowded is usually about 15 minutes but it's definitely worth the wait. The sandwiches especially the Cuban is succulent! Dessert here is decent, the lava cake is always a safe bet! The price is good for the quality of the food.
Review Source:This restaurant was the reason why I had such an amazing date with a gorgeous lady who now sleeps next to me most of the time... YEAH!
Positives: atmosphere is unique compared to most restaurants in Binghamton. Tons of people around you, and the decoration reminds me of one of my favorite NYC bars : cubbyhole.
Negatives: you can't get enough of their food!!!! The wait it nuts!!!!!!
I tried the rice with scallops which was amazing. Rightly seasoned and not a completely overwhelming amount of food.
My girlfriend had curry which looked really good too (sadly I didn't try any but she looked really pleased).
I've been to their lounge a couple of times for jazz band and open mic. The beer selection includes a lot of IPAS and Lost Dog's own signature beer which is ridiculously good!!!!
They also have vegan/vegetarian options!!!
After I visited lost dog, I turned into a lost dog!
Great place to go if you want to focus on talking with your fellow patrons. There are no TV's and they were dropping hit after hit  on the background music. Very nice wine list and some good craft brews on tap.
The food was good. I had a couple of the soups here during my visit and they were all great. Place was very Gluten/Vegetarian/Vegan friendly with ample offerings for all dietary preferences. There dessert menu was killer as well. We got the Good PMS and although I have never experiences actual PMS I can imagine I would want it to be like this...
More of an artsy upscale restaurant than a "cafe". Â
Decor and atmosphere is outstanding, with a high ceiling-ed brick interior nicely decorated with quality local artwork.  Interesting lighting  and choice of materials throughout make it really one of the nicest looking restaurants in town.  This place manages to be both "upscale" and "casual" at the same time.
Food is delicious and highly varied - something for all tastes. Â
They have a small bar in the restaurant, serving interesting wines and drinks. Â While they have a small number of craft beer offerings, unfortunately I think they could have done better in that department, considering the artistic attention to detail in all other areas (food, decor, wine, artwork, service, etc). Â They actually run the 'Lost Dog Cocktail Lounge' across the hallway, which has an excellent beer selection, but I don't think you can order those beers for your table in the restaurant.
A little pricey, and sometimes the food offerings are a little to eclectic for my tastes, but still a very nice place to spend with a friend for lunch or dinner.
Great atmosphere, really sets itself apart from other restaurants in the area. Pricing is a little on the high side.
I highly recommend, along with everyone else, the rigatoni alla vodka. The pineapple red curry is also very well done and I highly recommend that if you like spicy foods.
For drinks, I think it's called the one fish two fish, although I can't find it on the meny.
I am a little hard to impress especially when it comes to this city. Dying economy and poor citizens... Last place I want to be is anywhere near a cafe in this city, but I was satisfied with my meal. It wasn't first choice, but I am happy went there.
I ordered the crispy crusted Parmesan chicken with Mac and cheese. While the Mac and cheese was a little too seasoned for my liking I actually enjoyed my sandwich. Next time I want to try the raspberry and Brie chicken sandwich.
What a nice little surprise! Â I was moseying around Binghamton on business and headed toward their local "brew-pub" (which was closed on the night I went), and came across this little gem a few steps away.
This little gem had a plethora of vegan and vegetarian options to satisfy any pallet. Â The decor was trendy with almost a diner-ish twist. The service was overly accommodating and friendly.
I can't wait to go back when there on business again!
A few years ago we were visiting a friend in Binghampton and when he asked if we'd like to go out to eat, he said "well, there's like one place that you would like" and brought us here. Fast forward 4 years and i find myself in Binghampton again, this time heading to a bridal shower. I would have completely forgotten this little gem had it not been for that shower - and all the memories came flooding back in!
The decor is the quintessence of eclectic and the images of that lost little dog everywhere just crack me up.
I don't remember my meal from 4 years ago but i do remember liking it, and the food we had at the shower was fantastic - which i think says more than a dinner, because banquet food is always, always, always worse than real food. The event room in the back was really cute and bright and the staff was super friendly and helpful. I would recommend this place for anyone throwing a small-ish event in the area, because they did a fabulous job.
Amazing. Â I ordered the Voodoo Ahi Tuna sandwich with a side salad and was blown away. Â The best part of the meal? Â The lime-chili dressing. Â Seriously, I was blown away. Â Prices are really quite fair, but comparable to what someone might pay in Manhattan. Â I wonder if the Lost Dog Cafe is considered expensive as far as Binghamton is concerned?
My dining companions ordered the steak sandwich and fresh mozza ravioli, which was on special. Â Although I didn't try the steak sandwich, it looked and smelled delicious, though I'm sure it's through the roof on calories. Â The ravioli was out of sight, with spinach and a creamy sauce that blended a number of rich flavors.
But it was freezing inside. Â With as much as they're charging, you'd think they could afford to turn the heat on.
I have a strict vegan diet with a lot of allergies, so I was very happy that Lost Dog Cafe was accomodating with allowing me to substitute quinoa for rice. They did charge me extra, which is a little bit annoying, but quinoa is usually a little more expensive than rice. The food was very good, generous portions. Their prices are a bit high, but the food is good quality and the atmosphere is great. I would go again if I were in the area.
Review Source:Regarding the chana masala: it is pretty abysmal. It tastes nothing like authentic chana masala and is too lemony. Also very watery and just bad.
Regarding the service: Pretty decent but nothing to write home about.
The best thing about this place are it's sweet potato fries and mac and cheese. Overall, Lost Dog is REALLY overrated.
Saturday night about 7pm. Not really busy. OK service but nothing special.
Sweet potato fries better than average but veggie burger is a big let down (especially for the price).
Cold bun roll, bland freezer like patty. Fuddruckers veggie burger is way better but the atmosphere is likely better here. It is a "hip" place I guess.
I would come back with someone who likes this place but I will likely not be coming back on my own accord.
Not impressed. Â I keep hearing great things about the food but have yet to experience a meal better than "meh.. it's alright" here. Â
The decor is cute, the waitstaff are nice and attentive, but the food just isn't good. Â
Frankly, I just don't get what all the hype is about (the beer selection is awful to mediocre to make matters worse.)
I frequented this restaurant more times than I can remember during college.The atmosphere is eclectic and refreshing. The only problem I ever encountered was the lack of parking in the area, especially with the popularity of this place. The menu is extensive but not so much that it's overwhelming, which I find very frustrating about many restaurants these days. Â I also like that they have gluten free and vegan options on the menu that are clearly labeled. Â The Voodoo Ahi tuna sandwich with mac and cheese on the side was the single greatest meal I ever ate in Binghamton. If you get nothing else at the Lost Dog Cafe, seriously-try the mac and cheese. You won't regret it. The molten chocolate lava cake is divine, and the coffee drinks are also delicious.
Other dishes my friends recommended/I dabbled in occasionally:
-Bangkok Shrimp-seriously good appetizer, sauce is perfectly balanced between sweet and just a hint of spicy
-Rigatoni Alla Vodka
-Parmesan Sage-crusted Chicken sandwich
-Amore pasta
The Lost Dog is a favorite among locals, students and visitors alike.
Seriously, I don't think I've ever heard anyone say anything negative about this place.
Except for my mom. She thinks the decor is cheesy. I think it gives the place character.
I don't really know how to explain the menu, because the restaurant really has a lot of variety in terms of cuisine. However, you will not be disappointed with anything, and I mean ANYTHING, that you order. If you order any of the "ethnic" type of dishes, you can be rest assured that you will still enjoy the taste, since the flavors aren't shockingly overwhelming and instead, are generally easy on the palette.
I've been to this restaurant quite a number of times, and I've gotten something different every time. That being said, I always look forward to my meals here and don't think twice when someone suggests going there. This place is truly a gem and it never disappoints!
TIP: Ask for the chef specials of the day, if they are not given to you when you order. The specials are usually a one day special, but they are ALWAYS a hit!
The first place I visit in Binghamton and it's a home run.
The Lost Dog Cafe is an awesome place. Â It's got a great layout and a fantastic bar staff. Â The menu is improvisational, daring and their food execution is stellar.
Sitting at the bar, I noticed day of the dead dolls, buddhas and glowing bulbs as the decorations. Â I sipped The Lost Dog hoppy pale ale made by Southern Tier just for them. Â Life was good.
For dinner I had the Sag Paneer (that's how they spelled it). Â It was not traditional but very tasty. Â My mouth detected a lingering burn from spices used. Â I would have liked more pieces of paneer and some naan but those are minor complaints.
We ended up going back the next day for lunch (we were in town for a wedding) Â This time I had their falafel sandwich (with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and tzatziki sauce on pita) Â So delicious. Â I went with the side of sweet potato fries which were the best I've ever had. Â Someone in that kitchen sold their soul to make them that crispy.
It's like this place was plucked from South Philadelphia and dropped in Binghamton.
Oh, and I bought a t-shirt. Â Yeah, I'm that guy.
Before heading home after a trip to Finger Lakes, I had to drop by Binghamton and oh how the downtown changed!
So we went here for lunch and it was overall okay. I had the steak sandwich which was okay and G had the Penne in vodka sauce which was good but not the best. The service was great but the food wasn't anything outstanding.
I was disappointed with the coffee for it reminded me of Starbuck coffee and I am not a fan of it...couldn't even finish it. Which becomes a double disappointment - I read their story behind the Lost Dog cafe...
Oh Lost Dog...I used to visit you when we were both totally naive young kids - back when you were in that garage on Main Street and I was still in high school. Â We took our first steps towards sexual maturity together - you moved into that hip renovated space on Water Street and I turned 18. Â We went through our mid 1990's/edgy/hipster phase together as you became a trendy hot spot and I went off to college - I visited as often as I could. Â
But now, how many years later, I have grown and matured and travelled and experienced and you...well...haven't. Â You are still hanging out with the same people that you went to high school with, the same hairstyle, the same clothes...Oh, you've grown up a little, you are drinking age now with your full bar and happy hour specials. Â You recognize class and from time to time have some great live music (truly - Ayana Del Valle's performances are not to be missed). Â
I'm sure I'll still see you from time to time - like when I'm in town and Antonio's is closed - but we won't have much to say to each other and I will leave feeling unsatisified, a little nostalgic and knowing that despite some fond memories I have moved on.
Great place for lunch or dinner. Slacker bohemian vibe. I immediately feel like a hipster when I walk in the place. Great coffee and desserts and the Rigatoni ala Vodka is to die for. The menu is not incredibly diverse but they have many options that appeal to vegans and vegetarians, so it's an excellent place for those of that persuasion. Beer tap selection is mediocre but passable.
Lost Dog is what I'd call a versatile place. You can go there for coffee, hang out at the bar and have a drink, go there for a nice dinner with a large group of friends, or have a really nice dinner with your significant other for a special occasion. Highly recommended.
I have SUCH mixed feelings about this place - because my experiences have been so inconsistent. Â I am torn between 2 and 4 stars because sometimes, their food is just perfect and better than you expect. Â Their desserts are also very good (this has been consistent).
But other times, they give you a COLD burger bun and call it ciabatta (and they stick by this, I tried to send it back). Â There are little flies hanging around, and everything is just bleh. While other times, the food and the entire restaurant come alive.
I do not find myself ever really craving their food or even desserts..
Lost dog, you confuse me.
Oh Lost Dog how I love (and miss) you. While I went to BU, Lost Dog was my go-to restaurant for an amazing meal. Now that I live in Syracuse, I frequently find myself yearning for Lost Dog's cozy atmosphere and unbeatable food.
The sun-dried tomato dip is always great and whenever I went, someone in the group had to get the rigatoni ala vodka (try it "old school" with cayenne).
Maybe it's because I went to dinner here so much but Lost Dog just has an indescribable homeyness for me that I haven't found anywhere else. I think the world would be a better place if there were more restaurants like Lost Dog...
Lost Dog Cafe in Binghamton, please forgive me, my apologies for my long absence!
I've been to the LDC in Ithaca several times in the last two years and I am not enamored with it. Â
Alas, I met a friend for dinner at the LDC in Bingo last night and rekindled my love with the Lost Dog! Â
I ordered the Cous Cous and Grilled Veggie salad with grilled chicken and the mango ginger vinaigrette. Â It was a fantastic melding of fresh, earthy flavors. Â As I sipped my after dinner coffee, I had a bite of my gal pal's carrot cake...gluten free, dairy free carrot cake heaven! Â
Lost Dog, we have reunited! Â I can't believe I was away for so long!
An urbanites paradise in downtown Binghamton. Funky decor (interesting art, chinese lanterns, abstractly painted tables). Unique menu items (, Rasberry iced tea, Â BBQ pulled chicken sandwhich - AWESOME!)
This restaurant is emblematic of the type of place every downtown wants. The type that is rare in smaller urban areas, and that should be fully supported by the community.
I've been there twice, for lunch and dinner. Both were amazing. Highly recommend the BBQ pulled pork sandwich. The chicken Muffullata wasa tasty, but doesn't hold a candle to anything coming out of New Orleans. Sweet potato fries are great. Glad to see Guiness on the drink menu. Â
Needless to say, I definitely plan on making Lost Dog Cafe a regular stop on the restaurant circuit. Check it out. You'll love it.
-----------Update 9.22.07--------------------
Been in Binghamton for nine months now. I can safely say that The Lost Dog Cafe is my favorite restaurant in the area. I wouldn't say that it has the best food in all of binghamton, but it has the best casual dining experience in my opinion.
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