At Long Last sits right on East Genesee Street — Route 20 — in the stretch between Auburn and Skaneateles. It’s a breakfast and brunch spot done with real ambition. Furthermore, it draws a crowd from both directions and has earned a reputation fast as one of the best morning meals in the region.
The space itself sets the tone well. It features vaulted cathedral ceilings, an airy open dining room with a long bench running the length of the main wall, and a comfortable bar with attentive staff. The overall feel is bright, modern, and welcoming without being flashy. It gets busy, especially on weekends, so calling ahead is a smart move.
The menu is the kind that makes you wish you could order more than one thing. The crab cake benedict is a standout — generous, well-seasoned, and beautifully put together. The fried green tomato eggs benedict, meanwhile, has developed its own following. Similarly, the chicken and waffles come with a creative twist that genuinely earns the praise they get. The lemon blueberry French toast is the kind of thing that tastes even better than it looks. Additionally, biscuits and gravy, breakfast burritos, smash burgers, and the fried avocado sandwich all impress. The range is wide and the kitchen executes consistently throughout.
The drinks are fun too. Mimosa flights let you work through a selection of creative options. Furthermore, the coffee program is solid throughout and the kitchen takes it seriously.
Thursday and Friday evenings now also bring dinner service, which has expanded what At Long Last can be for the area. Find them at 3193 East Genesee Street in Auburn. They’re open Monday through Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 7am to 3pm, and Thursday and Friday from 7am to 8pm. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.
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