Restaurants in Ithaca

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

“I ordered a pizza a short while ago and it is OUTSTANDING! All the ingredients are very fresh, the sauce and crust are just how I like them and it looks amazing. I think this is the best pizza in Ithaca and it will be my go to place from now on! About a month ago I had an issue with a Door Dash order and Nate went above and beyond to make it right.”

“I got a maple flavored iced latte that was amazing and a super good blueberry hand pie that was flakey and sweet. Will be back!”

“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!!!”

“Probably the best tacos my wife and I ever had. Was camping in watkins Glen and shot over to Ithaca to check out the city. Stopped here for lunch and did not disappoint. We had the a combination on birria, El pastor and a steak quesdilla. We worth the price. Each taco is 5 bucks and the quesidalla was 10. We had to come up for a 2nd round. Very friendly behind the counter. As soon as you order the immediately start making your food which makes it come out fast, hot and fresh. I wish it was closer to home so I can come back. Would recommend swinging by and even grabbing a taco. It is well worth the price”

“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.”

“Great food, fresh, & creative. Healthy choices which I enjoy!”

“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.”

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

“Lillyanna and I stopped to eat here in the Ithaca Mall the day before Halloween 😋 This pizzeria has been in this mall for as long as I can remember 🥰 The food was Amazing … but the Service and Customer Appreciation from this Man was unmatched by far especially these days!!! Made fresh food just the way we ordered … hand delivered to our table and the thankful hospitality was heart warming!! BRAVO Stefano 🙌 ❤️🇮🇹💚🍕🍝 🤌🏼🌹🌹 🙌”

“Such a little gem in Ithaca Commons!!! Our son brought us here on the graduation weekend as this was his most favorite and most visited restaurant during his 4 years at Cornell. And boy was it worth it! Everything we got was super flavorful. Our server Shell was attentive, courteous and made our time there special. Do not miss this place if you are in the area !!!!”

“Best noodles I've ever eaten. Medium spice level was too spicy for me even though that's the level I normally order at other restaurants. Would have liked to have more vegetables with my noodles and veggies dish.”

“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”

“best service and breakfast ever. we stop every march on our way home from the finger lakes.”

“Hiking the falls can leave one hungry and parched. While looking to wet our whistle we came across this diamond in the ruff and boy, I'm glad we did. First, the space was open and staff was friendly and they know their beer. Speaking of beer, the selection was vast and impressive with something for everyone. A Belgian triple and a sour for me please! For food the Kimchi and Korean beef tots were on point, cauliflower wings for the wifey and solid options for the kiddos. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a laid back place with an awesome beer selection as well as solid and eclectic food options.”

“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!”

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

“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.”

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

“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!”

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

“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 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! 👏👏👏”

“Awesome food great service”

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

“We came here during royal feast night and had an amazing experience!
The food was great, service was very professional and well trained, and the overall atmosphere created went further to enhance the culinary experience.
I really enjoyed how everything was organized and presented. From the table settings and menus to the plating of food, the care and attention to detail was evident.
Everyone did a great job to ensure we had a wonderful time.
I’ll definitely be back (if I can score a reservation ;))”

“Food was great! Joshua was wonderful, accommodating as we had a small dog with our party & brought out our daughter cake for her birthday. Fantastic experience every time”

“I have always loved spicy Asian, but last night was a super great night for them. We got the Fish in chili oil, Mapo tofu, Singapore noodles, sautéed bok choy, Steamed dumplings and sautéed spicy garlic string beans. All five of us eating were in absolute heaven. Because everything tastes like Sysco food these days and is so expensive I never go out to eat anymore except here (and Poke LAVA). Such a treat and worth every bit of money. I haven't enjoyed a meal this much in forever. I wish I could eat this multiple times a week. 10 stars”

“This is truly a hidden gem! They offer lunch specials from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with a choice of 3 dishes + soup or 2 dishes + soup. The food is always incredibly fresh, and there is a great variety of dishes with both meat and vegetable options.

What I love most is that there are no restrictions on which dishes you can choose — you can freely mix and match anything you like. That flexibility is such a nice touch!

I ate here throughout an entire semester, and now that I’ve graduated and moved away, this is one of the places I miss the most. I genuinely want to recommend it to my friends because it deserves more attention. If you’re looking for delicious, fresh, and affordable comfort food, you should definitely give this place a try!”

“Shabbat Dinner at 104 is the best! If you've never been you're missing out!”

“We love the Milkstand! It's a locally owned and sourced restaurant with a wide variety of choices on the menu - all of which are available all day. The wait staff is always very good, our server today, Jennifer, was definitely a five-star server. Friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Just a great place to go!”

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

“I miss the days when a breakfast sandwich was cheap, but you know what helps me feel better? The decadence of a H&M breakfast sandwich with caramelized onion, aioli, crispy cheese, and a perfectly fried egg. The perfect balm before facing whatever horrors the day may bring.”

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

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

“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.”

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

“It was all perfectly delicious. Everyone in my little group was very much satisfied. The mozzarella stix are simply something you just have to go get to understand. All the food was delicious and the service was spot on. Very attentive. I recommend anyone and everyone that likes a nice atmosphere for dinner to go check them out. Thank you to our server and the cooks. Yummy 😋🤤”

“Great group of people, that attracts even cooler customers.”

“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.”

“Fantastic food! We sat at the bar for lunch and it was amazing service. Highly recommend!”

“Great atmosphere! Amazing teas.”

“Tonight I placed a delivery order and it was fabulous. I ordered the fried haddock dinner with penne pasta and tossed salad. The fish was cooked perfectly,( Not greasy at all)., and the portion was very generous. The Penne pasta was. Also delicious. Delivery was quick.. This is one of My. Favorite. Take out places. Can't go wrong!.”

“I just visited today Friday Jun 19 2026 and the hours on Google are incorrect. I’ve attached a picture with the correct opening hours. By the way they are open from Monday through Sunday.”

“Been coming here for years! Highly recommended!”

“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!”

“Favorite place to stop in Ithaca”

“Great food and experience.”

“Had probably the best breakfast sandwiches ( eggs croissant and burrito) since I came to Ithaca. Kim was exceptional hospitable, she made my day. Keep up the great work.”

“This is a nice restaurant and the food is pretty good. It gives a cool speakeasy vibe, wish the menu was a little larger like other French restaurants Ive been to but its perfectly ok. Like I said speakeasy so limited menu, smaller open kitchen which can get the place a little smoky but it smells good.”

“The Rook is always a must-visit whenever we’re in town! The menu is full of flavorful dishes, and their cocktails and beverages are equally impressive. The atmosphere is inviting and lively, making it a perfect spot for any occasion. The staff goes above and beyond - Manny in particular is friendly, attentive, and a joy to chat with. We can’t recommend The Rook enough for great food, drinks, and an unforgettable experience😍🙌”

“great pizza, my sister n I loved it”

“Always a great time! Excellent ice cream and treats!”

“Went with a group of 4 Freshmen college students. All the entrees and the pizza were really good. Good portions. Friendly service, it was very busy, but the server did very well while tending to several big tables at the same time! Will definitely be back.”

“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!”

“Love this place. Bike Bar has great cocktails, excellecnt beer lineup, and a vibe that makes it super easy to chat bikes with whoever’s around. I’ve met some awesome people here. The bartenders are friendly, welcoming, and know their craft. Definitely a go-to spot in Ithaca.”

“Runs like a well oiled machine cranking out custom made coffees with an extensive menu. Guys find you and run food to you. Amazing food and service. Going back tomorrow.”

“Very cute environment friendly staff”

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

“excellent food good people”

“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!”

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

“Great food
Price meets tge value for sure
Great service and nice environment
And love how much options there are for everything food and drinks.”

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“I am proud to recommend Mrs Craig Vanessa for a selfless and reliable investment service. I was constantly looking for a reliable platform to invest and my friend introduced me to her platform and I realized this is the best platform to invest on because she maintains discipline in her investment relationship and strategies to ensure the complete transparency and credibility of her investors. She helped me gained $16,000 with just a capital of $2,000. If you want to be financially successful invest with her ASAP via WhatsApp through Facebook: Mrs Craig Vanessa”

“Something for everyone ! Always delicious. Desert stone cookies 😋”

“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!”

“Shortstop deli is a go-to stop for me. Kristen always provides top-notch customer service! Definitely recommend.”

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

“I got a maple flavored iced latte that was amazing and a super good blueberry hand pie that was flakey and sweet. Will be back!”

“Best breakfast sandwiches and iced coffee! Love the whole awareness theme too!”

“Food was amazing and they have a good menu with a variety of things to choose from. Great for when you’re on the go and want to pick up good food quick, or if you want to sit down and enjoy the view of the water. The owner is also so nice and you can tell he cares about his business and customers!”

“This place it's amazing and have amazing prices.
Excellent large cheese pizza, excellent bbq wings and their fries special with chicken and the different types of sauces are the WIN 🥰🥰🥰🥰”

“As a part of my Sperm Donation World Tour of the USA, after a couple of beautiful hikes in the local area, I decided to venture out on a miny pub crawl of the Ithaca. 3rd stop was here. Love the design of the place a cool pub to check out.”

“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”

“Tonight I placed a delivery order and it was fabulous. I ordered the fried haddock dinner with penne pasta and tossed salad. The fish was cooked perfectly,( Not greasy at all)., and the portion was very generous. The Penne pasta was. Also delicious. Delivery was quick.. This is one of My. Favorite. Take out places. Can't go wrong!.”

“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.”

“We love the Milkstand! It's a locally owned and sourced restaurant with a wide variety of choices on the menu - all of which are available all day. The wait staff is always very good, our server today, Jennifer, was definitely a five-star server. Friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Just a great place to go!”

“I ordered a pizza a short while ago and it is OUTSTANDING! All the ingredients are very fresh, the sauce and crust are just how I like them and it looks amazing. I think this is the best pizza in Ithaca and it will be my go to place from now on! About a month ago I had an issue with a Door Dash order and Nate went above and beyond to make it right.”

“Best food in the city 💯”

“We love the Milkstand! It's a locally owned and sourced restaurant with a wide variety of choices on the menu - all of which are available all day. The wait staff is always very good, our server today, Jennifer, was definitely a five-star server. Friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Just a great place to go!”

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

“Been coming here for years! Highly recommended!”

“McDonald’s, how about removing lobby service from your infrastructure plan for this location? It’s useless since it’s closed every single day — Monday closed, Tuesday closed, Wednesday closed, Thursday closed, Friday closed.

Please put an official notice that this is a drive-through-only McDonald’s so customers are not confused”

“This place is amazing , food is great Definitely authentic Italian food . We love it 100% ❤️ The only disappointment is this guy named Steve (sever) he’s so rude. The way he talked to he’s coworkers is unbelievable. No respect at all specially with young people. Hopefully the owners are aware of this guy behavior.”

“I ordered a pizza a short while ago and it is OUTSTANDING! All the ingredients are very fresh, the sauce and crust are just how I like them and it looks amazing. I think this is the best pizza in Ithaca and it will be my go to place from now on! About a month ago I had an issue with a Door Dash order and Nate went above and beyond to make it right.”

“It was all perfectly delicious. Everyone in my little group was very much satisfied. The mozzarella stix are simply something you just have to go get to understand. All the food was delicious and the service was spot on. Very attentive. I recommend anyone and everyone that likes a nice atmosphere for dinner to go check them out. Thank you to our server and the cooks. Yummy 😋🤤”

“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!!!”

“Probably the best tacos my wife and I ever had. Was camping in watkins Glen and shot over to Ithaca to check out the city. Stopped here for lunch and did not disappoint. We had the a combination on birria, El pastor and a steak quesdilla. We worth the price. Each taco is 5 bucks and the quesidalla was 10. We had to come up for a 2nd round. Very friendly behind the counter. As soon as you order the immediately start making your food which makes it come out fast, hot and fresh. I wish it was closer to home so I can come back. Would recommend swinging by and even grabbing a taco. It is well worth the price”

“Fantastic food! We sat at the bar for lunch and it was amazing service. Highly recommend!”

“Something for everyone ! Always delicious. Desert stone cookies 😋”

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

“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!”

“Shortstop deli is a go-to stop for me. Kristen always provides top-notch customer service! Definitely recommend.”

“Great food, great guac and fast delivery..just wish they had dessert 💜”

“Best Vollkorn Brot this side of the Atlantic. 😊”

“Had the Kimchi Shakshuka brunch special today and OMG!!! So good, and came with some incredible toast! 10 out of 10 recommend! Can’t wait to go back and have the ramen!”

“The service was extremely fast and the servers were super nice! The food was delicious, especially the refried beans and salsa, and the maragarita was excellent! The atmosphere is vibrant and relaxed, and the outdoor patio is perfect for summer evenings. Definitely recommend.”

“Morrison was my baby's go-to Dining hall during her time at Cornell.
I can only be thankful to this branch of her Alma Mater for nourishing her when away from the maternal home.
And as for review relevance- it's tastefully bountiful !”

“I’m looking back now, no longer in Ithaca, and Xi’an is one of the places I miss most. She’s the love of my life. Amazing for casual dinners and catch up with friends. I’ve made many great memories here…”

“Great egg sandwich and cappuccino”

“Just had their Tuscan panini. Delicious! Great service!”

“Definitely try the crepes. My husband and I were easily able to split the apple strudel crepe between the two of us. It's also nice to have a place to sit down and chill after most coffee shops have already closed. :) Staff was also very nice and they had a good selection.”

“I only heard about Mama Lieu’s a few days ago but stopped in right away when I realized it was Velvet’s place! We’ve had an avocado smoothie, Thai tea, Fried tofu, giant spring rolls, egg rolls, and the Vietnamese pancake!! Come when you are not in a rush cause food cooked with love takes a bit longer. The front end server will make sure you are well tended to while you wait!”

“Coco Acai bowl was quite nice. I'd say an additional chocolate layer between the Acai would have enhanced the overall flavour.
Godd service, clean place.
They also have some good combos like Avocado toast and a smoothie for $10 ect.”

“My visit yesterday was great for the most part. I went in around 6:30 and placed an order on the kiosk and this taller brown haired guy and short blonde haired girl got my order out very fast and were very polite. Food was hot and made perfectly. There was a tall kid with very long dirty blonde hair and NO hair net which was very unsightly. He also had his pants sagging and smelled of marijuana. He put on a “roll it up” marijuana sweatshirt and went outdoors in the middle of making food, and upon leaving I saw him by the dumpster and he was visibly smoking marijuana. Looks like this store has some great staff but sadly also has some kids who just don’t care about their job or anybody but themselves. Luckily my food wasn’t made by this kid.”