Hollywood is a welcoming American restaurant that brings together classic comfort, a lively dining experience, and the charm of a historic setting.
Located at 27 Groton Ave, Cortland, NY 13045, United States, this old-fashioned venue—dating back to around 1940—offers guests a warm atmosphere where good food, friendly service, and a memorable night out come naturally together.
Whether you are stopping in for a casual lunch, settling in for dinner, or enjoying a relaxed solo meal, Hollywood creates the kind of experience that feels both familiar and special.
With a strong reputation reflected in its 4.40 out of 5 rating from 1,086 reviews, it has earned the trust of guests who return for the quality, consistency, and welcoming style it delivers.
The menu and service reflect the best of what an American restaurant should offer: satisfying food, generous variety, and dependable hospitality. Hollywood is known for fast service, making it an excellent choice when you want a great meal without a long wait.
Guests can enjoy comfort food, small plates, and the kind of signature dishes that make dining out feel rewarding and easy.
The restaurant also stands out for its strong beverage program, including a great beer selection, great cocktails, a great wine list, coffee, and a full range of alcohol, spirits, and cocktails to suit different occasions.
From dessert to table service, from lunch to dinner, every part of the experience is designed to make guests feel cared for and well fed. A private dining room is also available, making it a thoughtful option for celebrations, group gatherings, or more personal occasions.
Hollywood is especially appealing for those who appreciate a place that serves local specialty dishes and offers a bar on site, adding even more to its inviting, social atmosphere.
Hollywood also makes comfort and convenience a priority. Guests can choose takeaway, dine-in, or delivery, giving them the flexibility to enjoy their favorite meals in the way that works best for them.
The restaurant accepts reservations and supports modern payment options including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, helping make each visit smooth and stress-free. Accessibility is thoughtfully built in, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, ensuring that more guests can enjoy the restaurant with ease and confidence.
Combining a casual, cozy, historic, and trendy feel, Hollywood offers more than just a place to eat—it offers a place where people can relax, connect, and enjoy great food in a setting that feels genuinely inviting.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Hear from our valued guests
First off, the neon lights, jukebox, and posters make the atmosphere here amazing! The shrimp scampi I ordered was delicious as well. A tip to anyone who is considering coming here: the entrees are large and filling!
Stopped here on the way to the eclipse in Upstate NY. The food took a little long to come, but the waitress apologized and told us that it was much busier than usual (probably other eclipse seekers). The many Hollywood pics and Marilyn statue were a nice touch. The food was very good although a little pricey for the pasta and broccoli that my wife got (I think $15). I got the haddock sandwich. I would recommend it.
Great service!! Great drinks!!! Great food!! Our new go to in Cortland!!!
I had a really nice date with my boyfriend here-The hostess with the long black hair and my server with light reddish hair were working 200%. She was so kind and watched my shellfish allergy. Our food was delicious too.
Just had a really nice dinner here. I had a small pizza, nothing fancy. It was served hot hot hot and was very good. Sauce didn't appear to be something out of a can and the crust was thin on the bottom, nice and thick around the edges and really tasty. My wife had a salad with herbed chicken. Salad was large, had tomato and eggs, onion a few carrots, dressing on the side. Everything was fresh, croutons were really good, not the usual hard as a rock stuff, and the salad was big enough for tomorrows lunch. We also had a shrimp cocktail with nice plump firm shrimp and a cocktail sauce that would clear your sinuses...yummy! Atmosphere was good and our waitress was excellent, very pleasant. Definitely give them a go!! Flourless chocolate cake was brought back to hotel..... Looks great! Maybe an update later.. 😀
I was your server that evening, Kim Daghita, and I felt it was important to respond directly to your review. I have worked in the service industry for 42 years, and like many people who remain in this profession for that long, I genuinely care about making guests feel welcome and taken care of. When I greeted your table, I asked if you were celebrating anything special. One of your relatives mentioned International Women’s Day and shared that it is a very special holiday in Ukraine. I thought that was wonderful and enjoyed the brief conversation. Regarding the salmon: one member of your party mentioned it seemed overcooked. I immediately offered to have the kitchen prepare another or bring something different. Your table chose another salmon, and I went straight to the kitchen to have one prepared. The replacement salmon was brought to your table within just a few minutes. When you requested additional napkins, those were delivered right away as well. I would also like to address the claim that I “threw” food on the table. In my 42 years of serving, I have never thrown food at guests, and that is simply not something I would ever do. Throughout the evening, no one at the table expressed that they were unhappy with their experience, nor did anyone ask to speak with a manager or indicate that there were larger concerns. If there had been, I would have gladly worked to resolve them. This response is my personal perspective as your server that evening, not a statement from the restaurant. I always strive to treat guests with kindness and professionalism, and I stand by the care I gave your table. #Spread positivity not negativity #Say it to my face #I don't apologize when people don't let me know they have a problem. Kim Daghita
The restaurant had an awesome atmosphere! The service was great, our waitress was so so nice!! The food was pretty good, and everyone in our party was very happy with what they got! I highly recommend the mozzarella sticks! The prices were also very good for this day and age!
My friends and I go here frequently when we are celebrating anything. The atmosphere is amazing as well as the food. The staff is outstanding. Our waiter was very attentive and did a fantastic job serving us. I have only had good experiences here. Highly recommend
Nothing bad to say! Great service, amazing food, and we loved the decor. Food came out as ordered, fresh, hot, and delicious. The bread that comes to the table is very fresh warm Italian bread, but we also had the cheese garlic bread, and it is a must of you like that kind stuff.
I loved my food in here. Me and my feet came from Syracuse to visit and we tried the salmon, pizza and alfredo pasta . All were awesome honestly. Service is great as well. Prices are fair .
Common questions about Hollywood
Hollywood is located at 27 Groton Ave, Cortland, NY 13045, NY 13045, United States.
You can reach Hollywood by calling +1 607-753-3242.
Hollywood has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 1086 customer reviews.
Hollywood features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Hollywood features the following service options: Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Hollywood features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
Hollywood features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Hollywood features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Private dining room, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Hollywood features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Hollywood features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Hollywood features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Trendy.
Hollywood features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists, University students.
Hollywood features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Hollywood features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Hollywood features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Hollywood features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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