Restaurants in Ithaca

“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.”

“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”

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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

“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!”

“Vegan choice was soy chorizo but you could get it in a taco or quesadilla and choose your salsa and toppings. My husband is an omnivore and we both loved our food. His was made first then mine so no meat bits in mine (We almost didn’t go after reading that review). I thought it was a lovely place with excellent food.”

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

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

“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!!!”

“Great atmosphere! Amazing teas.”

“I'll drive an hour and a half just for this sesame chicken. No joke blows every other place out of the water nothing even comes close. Now other Chinese food is ruined for me. Would give 10 stars if I could”

“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!”

“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!”

“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 ;))”

“Awesome food great service”

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

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

“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! 👏👏👏”

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

“This place is incredible. The Szechuan Kung Pao Chicken is a culinary marvel. Literally, every time I eat it I just can’t believe it exists. It’s just a superb combination of flavors.”

“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.”

“bedt pineapple shrimp and cream white sauce delicious”

“A decent variety of dishes that changes from meal to meal and day to day. You can see specific offerings online, but they always have pizza, a salad bar, chicken (usually grilled breast), and baked goods + ice cream for dessert. The appearance of Mexican and East Asian is common, but not garunteed. Highly recommend if you are looking for clean protein (chicken breast) or some crispy, greasy, sheet-stle pizza. Not for those seeking an exciting or particularly seasoned experience.

P.S. the best meal is usually the Sunday brunch.”

“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!”

“very good waitress was busting her but and did amazing”

“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”

“I've been to almost every single small independent ice cream joint in the region, and I can tell you, this one's the best. Better than their best competition, and better-priced. Every flavor is worth it. It is what it is.”

“Very cute environment friendly staff”

“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!”

“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 🙌 ❤️🇮🇹💚🍕🍝 🤌🏼🌹🌹 🙌”

“Had a lovely time. The food was mostly good, but the poutine gravy was just poorly reheated, canned chicken gravy. It was gelatinous and had no flavor. It was like a pile of phlegm on fries. Everything else was great. Fantastic outdoor area and craft brew selection. Will be back for burgers.”

“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.”

“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 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.”

“Absolutely Outstanding! Will definitely come again when in the area.”

“Had the Carriage House blend at Borderlands about 3 times, and each day it was a quality cup o joe. Notes of brownie and walnut, with aroma of carmelized fig. YUM! We're lucky to have a quality option such as Copper Horse at a festival.”

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

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

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

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

“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!”

“This is a very small restaurant doing mainly takeout business; no service, no atmosphere, just food. But the food was good, we had three different bibimbaps, and we were all satisfied, and would come again. So if you want bibimbap in the Cornell neighborhood, this is probably the place to go.”

“Favorite place to stop in Ithaca”

“Great food and experience.”

“We were greeted by a very kind lady at the cashier. We didn't feel rushed to pick our sandwiches. Very generous amount of meat on the sandwiches. Baked goods looked delicious”

“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.”

“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😍🙌”

“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.”

“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!”

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

“Been coming here for years! Highly recommended!”

“great pizza, my sister n I loved it”

“WOW. My boyfriend and I were so pleased with our meal here. We came on a Saturday and got their steak special for 2 and it blew us away. Very sweet staff, food was quick, nice music/ambiance. Hope to visit again one day”

“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.”

“Was in town for a work training. Colleagues and I came to Chilis. Had a greaaaatttttt night, food was delicious. As were the drinks, shoutout to bartender Kristy!! And the biggest star of the show was our server Cat.
Her humor and customer service were top notch. We all adored her and will definitely ask for her. If we are ever out this way again. Thank you Cat!!”

“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”

“Great drinks. To eat there is only popcorn, and possibly pizza from some guy in the courtyard outside. This place has many of the fixings from the old Chapter House.”

“This is a college town Cafe, right in the middle of Cornell University's hill district. There is very limited parking, but the food and service is exceptional. We stop twice a year on our return trip from a conference in Binghamton and haven't been disappointed.”

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

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

“Good beer and drinks. wonderful helpful staff”

“The Corned Beef Hash special was amazing! please make it a regular menu item 👌”

“I needed cupcakes delivered to thank a doctor at Cornell who was very good to me and my family during a difficult time. Since I live three hours away, I needed a place that not only had high quality baked goods but also delivered. Rashida Sawyer Bakery stepped up and promptly delivered my order and I was told that the cupcakes were excellent. Not only were they extremely helpful, their prices were very reasonable as well. I absolutely recommend and thank you to their team for delivering my order especially during this busy time of year!”

“Best greek food in Ithaca”

“This is a gem. It was not as busy as I would have expected given the quality of the ingredients and dishes. An amazing salad and sandwich shop with exceptionally good coffee.”

“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”

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

“Great coffee and ambiance! They have very unique coffees and matchas and it all tastes good! The owners are really friendly and work fast. The shop has sunlight coming in and a lot of seating so it’s comfortable. They have a lot of milk options which I love. Definitely coming back!”

“Best food in the city 💯”

“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!”

“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 stayed at a nearby and wanted a real hot breakfast not one prepared and set out for everyone. This was not even a block away. We arrived right after they opened at 8:30 am so they were not busy. We were greeted immediately and told to sit where we wanted. Our drink orders were promptly taken. I ordered a latte and it was delicious. For breakfast my husband created a ham & mushroom omelette and I had the Farmhouse breakfast with fried eggs and sausage. The sausage was different I could definitely taste the herbs used, it was good. The breakfast potatoes were cooked just the way I like with skins on and browned. If we return to Ithaca I would definitely return for breakfast but they serve lunch as well.”

“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”

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

“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!”

“While it’s rare … the dude does stop here occasionally… sometimes ya just gotta have it and apparently a whole bunch of folks were hungry. Mc Donald’s pretty much is what it’s is. A quick breakfast after a hike at Treman and before a garden trip to Home depot. As crazy busy as it was the staff was friendly and pleasant ! At 8:15 my wait was about 15 mins … no complaints as there was probably 20 cars in line. And they got my order correct 👍”

“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.”

“Was in town for a work training. Colleagues and I came to Chilis. Had a greaaaatttttt night, food was delicious. As were the drinks, shoutout to bartender Kristy!! And the biggest star of the show was our server Cat.
Her humor and customer service were top notch. We all adored her and will definitely ask for her. If we are ever out this way again. Thank you Cat!!”

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

“Fantastic service every time. The best Taco Bell in town. Great food, great staff, and fast. 🏃‍♂ 🏃‍♂ 🌯 😋

The most reasonably priced meal in town. $ 🥳 🎉”

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

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

“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 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!”

“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!”

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

“5/5 stars! We had a group of 8 and ordered a full spread of vegetarian chimichangas, fajitas, and quesadillas.
The Taste: ** Super authentic, fresh, and full of flavor.
The Service:** Top-tier—they handled our table of 8 smoothly with incredible warmth.
The Vibe:** Wonderful ambiance for a group dinner.
Everyone left very happy. We’ll definitely be back!”

“I went there earlier and had excellent service and a great suggestion from the lady making my smoothie, absolutely will come again

I don't remember her name but she was very helpful

Went in today and Zoe was very helpful yet again”

“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 !”

“The handmade tomato flavored noodles were so good. Definitely a 10/10 dish for China cuisine. I reccomend getting it medium spicy because it usually gives more flavor. This restaurant is a must try. seriously.”

“Decent matcha, the space is not huge but not small compared to other coffee shops in town, good place to work and very friendly staff. Their coffee is a bit mild to my taste tho”

“Awesome! I love the rewards program and the delicious, healthy options. Great vibes & they are a great place to grab a protein smoothie or bowl. They’re quick too”

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

“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!”

“Great egg sandwich and cappuccino”

“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!”

“Best Panang Curry ever!!!”

“Can I sign up on the app?”

“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.”