Lewis’ Restaurant at night, located on Route 12 in the Village of Sherburne. (Submitted Photo)

By Sophia Root, Commerce Chenango

SHERBURNE – This week, Commerce Chenango would like to highlight Lewis’ Restaurant in Sherburne, owned and operated for over 80 years, a medium sized casual dining family restaurant with their relaxing atmosphere, homemade food and competitive prices.

The family-owned restaurant uses only the finest ingredients available to make their signature homemade food. They start with the most basic ingredients and make everything from scratch. The friendly staff is always anticipating the needs of the customers. Owner Rich Lewis stated that consistency has been the key to his business’ longevity in the Sherburne community.         

Rich Lewis, who is responsible for everything from hiring to sweeping when necessary, grew up in Sherburne to Lebanese immigrant parents. In 1942, his parents had the opportunity to lease and operate a Colonial Beacon Oil Company gas station.