Restaurants in Ithaca

“Have never had a bad meal here. The pizza is always delicious with fresh toppings and you can build your own with whatever you want on it for, no additional charge unless it’s a specialty topping. Then tonight, I tried the Cannoli pie for the 1st time… it was incredible… the crust was sooo good! We will continue to support🤩”

“My second time here. Absolutely delicious. See my full review on Ithaca Food Dude”

“Just tried Mama Said Hand Pies for the first time… I started with a maple cold brew. It was made like the employee really cared that I enjoyed it - carefully combined and stirred and not overpacked with ice like other places do so that you only get a few sips of coffee before it’s a cup of ice left. And the cold brew itself was very smooth. Then I got the spinach egg and cheese hand pie. I initially thought they looked kind of small but they’re super filling so I was pretty full after one. The flavor was so good and the crust was fresh and buttery and crispy. I also got the sausage gravy and egg hand pie which was heavenly. And even though I was completely stuffed after two, I did try the cherry hand pie and loved the almond glaze on top of it. Can’t wait to go back to try the other flavors!”

“Thanks. Guys There. Pizza. Is. Os. Good”

“Great food. Awesome gluten free option.”

“Enjoyed lunch here with my husband. Neither of us are vegan but we really enjoyed our meals. Quick service in a cute and clean atmosphere.”

“Authentic Mexican tacos at a very convenient and relaxing location. Service was quick. Made the food to order right on the spot. I ordered their chicken tacos with medium hot sauce. Very tasty! Also highly recommend their cilantro limeade.”

“You know when there's a wait outside that your in for a treat and this place did not disappoint.

I ordered the general chicken with broccoli and the chicken. Was crispy and sweet. I like that it wasn't breaded like most asian places. I'd definitely would come back here plus this place was recommended by our air b n b host. Thanks guys!”

“We both really enjoyed the pizza. Love the crispy crust too! Toppings were fantastic! We will definitely need to come back! We'll spread the word!!!”

“I love this place! The chicken is amazing!”

“We've been going to Dolce Delight since they opened & have always enjoyed their delicious coffee & baked goods, as well as the easy & homey atmosphere. The whole Dolce crew makes you feel like family.”

“I've been having great experiences with Bibibowl, ate there almost everyday for lunch and dinner because of the healthy choices. But the new person (new guy?) gave me the tiniest portion of meat that I had to asked why it's so little compared to before; they didn't seem to get what I meant tho :(”

“I’ve lived in Ithaca for 10 years now and I cannot believe I haven’t gotten here sooner. My guests from VT and I had an amazing breakfast. The menu is pretty standard for a diner, but the specials were truly unique and phenomenal. I had an omelette with chorizo and habanero cheese, amongst other veggies. Best omelette I’ve ever had, hands down. Only thing I can recommend to new visitors is to get there early; while we were waiting for a table, one of the four specials became unavailable, and as we were ordering our meals, we sold them out of a second special. I would definitely come back again and I wish I had sooner!”

“Silo Fried Chicken – Food Truck Battle Edition Crispy, flavor-packed bird that came with “Truck Gravy” so good I briefly considered using it as skincare. The strawberry lemonade was fizzy which isnt my thing—but that’s a me problem. Ate it at their mobile bar like a civilized human. The owner? Cool as hell. I’d follow this truck like it owes me money.”

“Terrific menu ,service portions everything was delicious will return and bring friends.”

“Delicious Asian-style food, prepared and presented beautifully. The Salmon Curry pasta is really delicious, as are the delectable Crispy Brussels sprouts!”

“Fantastic Restaurant!! A must see and delicious healthy cuisine!!!”

“From the cocktails to the coffee wonderful. Had the bread basket loved it Prime rib was great. And the srver Blake was beyond good , great service. Will be back again”

“Just had this for the first time the other day! It was delicious and the people were soooo nice! Food was done quickly and a good price. My favorite was definitely the chicken tikka masala done spicy! Yum! 👏👏👏”

“I drove down from Cape Vincent to meet one of my best friends from college who was in the area for a family wedding. I was completely blown away by my meal. The waitress was incredible. I had the Chilean sea bass and it literally melted in my mouth. The salad with fresh fruit and a raspberry vinaigrette was outstanding. We ordered coffee and I was brought a little tray with fresh whipped cream, as well as other delightful garnishes. Finally… the mile high carrot cake!! Pure bliss. Thank you for a truly memorable experience. And I was so grateful that we weren’t rushed. We don’t get to see each other frequently and it was a blessing to just spend time together.”

“Chef Joey has a gift for elevating meals both in flavors and textures. I wish I lived closer, I’d be here at least once a week…”

“Just went yesterday while in Ithaca. Great pancakes and service!”

“Everything! The brunch options are delicious! The desserts are scrumptious and the service was stellar! Perfect for any occasion. I’ll be back very soon!”

“The NYS Orchard Burger is beyond amazing! My go to when I’m in town!”

“This place is a must visit if you’re traveling or a local. The facility is gorgeous, the staff are knowledgeable and attentive, the food is accommodating of all diets, tasty and locally sourced, and the Ciders are exciting, diverse in style and delicious!”

“Awesome food great service”

“Lunch buffet is a great choice -healthy and quality food and great service. Life is service!”

“Some of the most delicious food I’ve had! The place has a brilliant food menu where you can be confident that every single thing is good. The staff is super friendly and help you with the recommendations.”

“My order was ready and waiting when I arrived to pick it up. Once I got home, my wife and I had a delicious hamburger (me) and impossible burger (my wife) for dinner.”

“Fantastic execution of standard American Chinese you're used to. Got the sesame chicken lunch special for around $11. Good portions very pleased, and staff were super friendly. Will absolutely come back for lunch again. (P.S. Stewart Park is 5 minutes away and a great spot to crack open your lunch and relax)”

“Love this place and that I can walk here!”

“Seriously impressed with Brewer's Kitchen & Taproom. This was my first visit but certainly won't be my last. The beer selection is great and the food was delicious. Take the time to stop in if you haven't already, you won't be disappointed.”

“best food I've had in a long time. Tender, delicious jerk and curry chicken. perfect rice and beans. I dont know much about Jamaican food, but this is outta the park good.”

“We R loving the food at Lev Kitchen! Their Mid East inspired food is delicious. That Malawach, crispy, oily flat bread oooh yes.”

“Best place for a sub!! We love it here”

“A stellar experience this evening. Full review on my page. Ithaca food dude”

“We had a really fantastic experience here. The owner was extremely knowledgeable and helpful on our first experience with kava. The whole place has a chill vibe and he had a drink with us on our first try too.

Highly recommended, we would revisit this place next time we're in Ithaca. Boola!”

“Always a great experience !! Check out my review on Ithaca food dude”

“Everything about Sal's is simply the best! We make trips up from Corning just to make a stop here. They have the best gluten free pizza around and their garbage wings are delicious! They always are friendly and make you feel welcomed. After a few visits they remember you and make you feel like family.”

“The Lotus in Downtown Ithaca is a fantastic spot! The food is absolutely delicious, with rich flavors and a great variety of dishes. The friendly staff makes the dining experience even better, providing attentive and warm service. The owner was incredibly welcoming, taking the time to greet customers and ensure everyone felt at home. It’s clear they take pride in the quality of both their food and hospitality. Whether you’re visiting Ithaca or a local, I highly recommend The Lotus for a delightful meal and wonderful atmosphere. I’ll definitely be coming back!”

“This truck rocks. The owner is super kind and super talented. I only wish I didn’t live an hour away. No matter though…I’ll get a second job if I have to, to pay for gas. I want Circus Truck every day.”

“Been coming here for years! Highly recommended!”

“My daughter and I love coming here and just sharing a delicious scoop of the best ice cream in town! Definitely worth it”

“BEST TACOS I HAVE EVER HAD.”

“Very cute environment friendly staff”

“Best food in the city 💯”

“I got fired from Chili’s a few years ago but I still love the food. Our waitress Riley was super nice and helpful. I got druunk last night and this was my hangover meal. The only thing I don’t like is the AI responses to the reviews on here. A chilihead should respond instead. I’ll still come back though”

“You will not find a better place or nicer people on the commons than this place. One of my fav places !”

“excellent food good people”

“Me and my boyfriend had a great time! Food was amazing”

“Ordered a supreme last night..it was amazing!!! Will definitely be frequenting this place☺️”

“There arent many italian places in this area so i am very thankful Ciao is around. Arancini is always delicious and the lobster ravioli is always a favorite. Recently tried the carbonara with salmon and that was delicious as well.”

“Fun menu that tastes pretty decent, self serve register that delivers to your table. Everyone is always friendly and food is prompt. The Thai tea is surprisingly delicious.”

“Came for breakfast on a friends recommendation. Was not disappointed. Super quick and friendly service. Ordered the Pacific, and lavender latte, so delicious. Kids gave the doughnuts a big thumbs up. Will definitely go again.”

“It was very busy. We weren’t in a hurry and really liked that they have so many options. All day breakfast and lunch. Can’t wait to go again”

“Because of the comments in the reviews, we started the line in front of the door at 5:20 pm on a Sat. By opening time, there were10 people behind us. By 6 pm, the restaurant was full, including seating at the bar. There are only 6 two-tops, 6 seats at the bar and ?5 booths that can seat 6. They do take names and numbers to contact later arrivals when a table opens. Tonight, it was after 7 pm before one did.
We absolutely enjoyed our meal with an excellent 2006 Pomerol. There was a large lag before our main arrived, and I forgot to take a picture until we had already dug in. Service was friendly and efficient. The Beef Tartare was prepared classically and was delicious. The côte de boeuf was somewhat tough inn places, but the demi-glace was heavenly and made up for it. It was served on the rare side of med.-rare. I splurged on chocolate cake, and it was worth every calorie! (light and fluffy with excellent cocoa flavor). My husband loves Pedro Ximenez sherry, and deigned to eat it over vanilla ice cream. ;)”

“My boyfriend and I went here together for the very first time and had an amazing experience. The food was fresh, the service was quick and our waitress was very kind. The only drawback to our experience was the manchild in the restaurant when we arrived. He was sitting at a table with 2 others dining in as we were, and decided that screaming at the waitress, the chef, and 2 other employees was an appropriate course of action after there was a misunderstanding when he and my boyfriend ordered something similar and the manchild was accidentally brought the wrong dish. With an air of not so subtle racism, he accused them of doing it on purpose, and demanded all of their meals (his as well as his other two very unfortunate dining companions) be completely comped, to which the other unfortunate people dining with the manchild, all completely horrified of his behavior, paid their tab and wanted to leave quickly. The employees at the establishment handled the situation SO professionally and immediately did everything to remedy the situation, which made our experience there even better. We ordered food to go, and will definitely be recommending this location to others and returning here our next time in Ithaca. Hopefully manchild will stay at home and cook his own food next time- and again- kudos to the lovely staff at Saigon!”

“Just tried Mama Said Hand Pies for the first time… I started with a maple cold brew. It was made like the employee really cared that I enjoyed it - carefully combined and stirred and not overpacked with ice like other places do so that you only get a few sips of coffee before it’s a cup of ice left. And the cold brew itself was very smooth. Then I got the spinach egg and cheese hand pie. I initially thought they looked kind of small but they’re super filling so I was pretty full after one. The flavor was so good and the crust was fresh and buttery and crispy. I also got the sausage gravy and egg hand pie which was heavenly. And even though I was completely stuffed after two, I did try the cherry hand pie and loved the almond glaze on top of it. Can’t wait to go back to try the other flavors!”

“Best latin American food in Ithaca! Their new bar has the best margaritas!”

“Everyone there is very kind. They did an incredible job on my custom wedding cake and matching cupcakes, including accommodation for several allergens. The guests raved about the taste and adorable decorations. Whenever I have a special event with desserts, I immediately call Rashida Sawyer.”

“Arty, cozy, dreamy and elegant! Every corner of the building is bursting with tasteful character without an ounce of clutter. The shared spaces offer everything you didn't even know you needed and the guest rooms are spacious, private and luxurious. The bathrooms are well lit, stocked and feature showers that are not just beautiful but experiential. I loved the coffee and snacks near the front desk with their kind and helpful staff. It's high end without being stuffy and homey without being kitschy, the best of all worlds come together at Argos Inn!”

“Every time we eat Fittnell BBQ, it is delicious! The last time we ate with them, we had the brisket sandwich and buffalo chicken sandwich, both tender, juicy and flavorful. The service is friendly and quick!”

“Can’t say enough about this place. Kim provided one of the single most wonderful customer service experiences I’ve ever had in the short interaction I had with her. It was so good, I went right to my car and left this review. The breakfast sandwich was wonderful, and the iced coffee tasted fresh (I get it black, Lol). This may be the very first place I see a second time on a vacation away before I go.”

“My daughter and I stopped in here on a Friday night, the waiter was fast and nice. We had spaghetti and meatballs and chicken parm dinners, the salad bar was fresh and the food was delicious! We will be back again for prime rib night! The decor is very nostalgic I thought it was great, my teen daughter gave the decor a giggle!”

“Bike bar is a great addition to downtown and nice to see the expansion. The menu is simple and more geared towards cocktails than lots of beer options. The service was inconsistent. One bartender was friendly and nice and another was curt. They have 2 snack options but we did not get any.”

“I would venture to say this is the best coffee in Ithaca! I had a decaf cortado, and it was executed perfectly. Not only is the staff friendly and knowledgeable, but they also know how to pull their shots and steam milk just right. If you're used to third wave coffee, this is the place for you!”

“The staff was great and the food was amazing. We did the barbecue, it was a ton of food. I can't wait to go back!”

“Top notch service and amazing food. I’ve been working a construction job for over a year now, across the street from here and we all go for lunch often. Kamal specifically always helps us get our lunch very fast and affordable. Highly recommend”

“Best variety of ice cream in the town..

Parking: There is a lot of parking space available just opposite to dairy bar.

Kid-friendliness: The place is really kid friendly. They have special kids size ice cream. And an artificial cow stands in the hall which the kids really enjoy seeing. The place is opposite to botanical gardens so one can also take ice cream and go sit in the garden with kids

Wheelchair accessibility: Place is accessible by wheel chair through the side doors..”

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“great pizza, my sister n I loved it”

“Las pizzas más ricas que he probado!”

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“Fabulous food, huge portions, reasonably priced, and terrific service!”

“It’s bread, pastry, and service!”

“From the cocktails to the coffee wonderful. Had the bread basket loved it Prime rib was great. And the srver Blake was beyond good , great service. Will be back again”

“Went here for my daughters 12th birthday with some extended family so there was 7 of us and the hibachi experience was just amazingly fun here at Sumo! I highly recommend! Thank you staff and cooks!”

“We both really enjoyed the pizza. Love the crispy crust too! Toppings were fantastic! We will definitely need to come back! We'll spread the word!!!”

“My wife and I have been to nearly all of the restarants in this town and sense the covid nonsense started the quality has taken a dive, the prices have only increased, and the service leaves us wondering . Not so at Uncle Joes. The food here is consistantly excelent, the prices reasonable, and the service on point. You will spend a lot more for a lot less on the other side of town.”

“Their food is sooo good. The biscuits are to die for and the prices are great. Staff is so friendly/wonderful.”

“Best food in the city 💯”

“It was very busy. We weren’t in a hurry and really liked that they have so many options. All day breakfast and lunch. Can’t wait to go again”

“We went in a few nights ago for our 3rd visit. They had lost power and when it came back on, they were swamped with everyone coming in. They honored their reservations and did the best they could! Matt behind the bar was outstanding, running all around to try and “put of fires” everywhere. We were there longer than we should’ve been, but the food was still great and we will definitely go back! Great job Matt and the rest of the team! You guys were awesome.”

“Just had this for the first time the other day! It was delicious and the people were soooo nice! Food was done quickly and a good price. My favorite was definitely the chicken tikka masala done spicy! Yum! 👏👏👏”

“Always and consistently the best burgers and ice cream!”

“The food was great, but the service was out of this world. It was a girls' day, and honestly, this was the best part. We had so much fun here. The rest of the day was great, but this had to be the highlight.”

“Have never had a bad meal here. The pizza is always delicious with fresh toppings and you can build your own with whatever you want on it for, no additional charge unless it’s a specialty topping. Then tonight, I tried the Cannoli pie for the 1st time… it was incredible… the crust was sooo good! We will continue to support🤩”

“Been coming here for years! Highly recommended!”

“We had a fabulous dinner at The Boatyard Grill! My husband ordered the ribeye and I ordered the strip steak. The steaks were cooked perfectly, great cuts. One thing that makes these steaks so good is the wood fired grill taste.

The mashed potatoes were flavorful and delicious! Green beans were also fantastic, so glad they weren’t soft, but had a slight crisp as they were cooked perfectly. My husband’s ribeye was presented beautifully with mushrooms and roasted garlic! We split 6 coconut shrimp, these were excellent. I hope to return and next time try the scallop or lobster, shrimp, and scallop risotto! There were so many great options, we will be back!

Also, our waitress, Amy was fantastic! She provided excellent service and she as so friendly. We also enjoyed the atmosphere— so cozy with a fireplace and nice seating options!

Update: We visited a second time and it was just as wonderful! This time we ordered the Georgia peach grilled chicken and smash burger!”

“It’s bread, pastry, and service!”

“This McDonald is not the same anymore, caught me by surprise how fast, good the service is. A whole crew working hard at 10pm and getting everyone’s food out on time! ”

“I got fired from Chili’s a few years ago but I still love the food. Our waitress Riley was super nice and helpful. I got druunk last night and this was my hangover meal. The only thing I don’t like is the AI responses to the reviews on here. A chilihead should respond instead. I’ll still come back though”

“My boyfriend and I went here together for the very first time and had an amazing experience. The food was fresh, the service was quick and our waitress was very kind. The only drawback to our experience was the manchild in the restaurant when we arrived. He was sitting at a table with 2 others dining in as we were, and decided that screaming at the waitress, the chef, and 2 other employees was an appropriate course of action after there was a misunderstanding when he and my boyfriend ordered something similar and the manchild was accidentally brought the wrong dish. With an air of not so subtle racism, he accused them of doing it on purpose, and demanded all of their meals (his as well as his other two very unfortunate dining companions) be completely comped, to which the other unfortunate people dining with the manchild, all completely horrified of his behavior, paid their tab and wanted to leave quickly. The employees at the establishment handled the situation SO professionally and immediately did everything to remedy the situation, which made our experience there even better. We ordered food to go, and will definitely be recommending this location to others and returning here our next time in Ithaca. Hopefully manchild will stay at home and cook his own food next time- and again- kudos to the lovely staff at Saigon!”

“My second time here. Absolutely delicious. See my full review on Ithaca Food Dude”

“The staff there,beyond amazing.I stop there daily,sometimes multiple times.Always the same service. I worked in hospitality for 16 years,this staff is the epitome of service!!! #MEDICECOFFEEFIVECARAMELTHREECREAM”

“We R loving the food at Lev Kitchen! Their Mid East inspired food is delicious. That Malawach, crispy, oily flat bread oooh yes.”