Tasty food! We stopped here for a late lunch this past weekend and were happy with the food and service. The Mazda sampler platter was really good!
Max S
Good food, very flavorful and great service. On the pricey side for the amount of food you get.
Jessica K.
WONDERFUL FOOD!! To be quite honest I wasn't sure about how good a Moroccan Food place in Ithaca would be. But, I was pleasantly surprised. Especially the Beef tangine. It was incredibly savory and soft!! It was also a cute place with a cool interior decor. So if you're looking to try a new cuisine or discover a new place to takee your friends, I wouldn't think twice about coming here. It's also a good place to take friends. The environment is not too fancy to make it feel liike a date, and not too casual to make it feel collegetown-esque.
Pfft P.
Disappointing experience. I went with a group of friends and most of ordered the couscous dishes. Basically they were all the same- a mound of couscous with Chicken, Lamb or just some veggies plonked on top. They were quite dry. Platters were good for appetizers but overall given the portion sizes, it was not worth the price.
Nicole Zuver-White
Great service and the food was amazing! Also so impressed by the staff working. 2 people working and you don't wait like normal restaurants.
Allyn S.
I'm such a lover of middle-eastern and especially Moroccan food. A good lamb Tagine (with apricots and other fruit) is literally my favorite food on earth. Commons Kitchen did not disappoint and made me soo happy. It is incredibly difficult to find this kind of authentic cuisine in Ithaca and wow! The lamb melted off the bone, was deliciously flavored with just the right balance of sweet and savory. The Beef Merguez was also to die for, and my husband who does not share my love of mediterranean was not disappointed by the mixed grill. Also some of the best Baklava I've ever had. THANK YOU Commons Kitchen for being an amazing needle in a haystack.
Karen Tierney
Delicious hummus and falafel. Amazing lamb. Fabulous homemade desserts. This place is a hidden gem and worth the trip!!
kashish arora
My favorite place to eat in town. The healthiest food you can find. The beef plate with baba ganoush is the best. The owner is also a very very friendly person. The place is hygienic and they play good middle eastern music. In total a great place to eat at.
Michael Cuber
Great presentation. Even better tasting. Plus the owner and staff member where very friendly and personable!!!
Lara Backer
I’ve tried a number of things here and they’ve all been great so far! I especially recommend the mezze platter and the mint tea.
An unexpected the surprise! Went in on a whim for quick dinner before a movie and the host and staff couldn't have been more helpful. Dishes were excellent, presentation pleasing and the staff delightful. My wife had the Berber Lamb tajine which tasty and perfectly cooked. I very much enjoyed my mixed kabobs. Look forward to returning when we have more time!
Brian Bessire
FINALLY some good [non-Italian] Mediterranean food in Ithaca! Cool vibe, wonderful aromas, first-class service, and absolutely delectable food. A real surprise and gem! Highly recommended for anyone who likes Moroccan or Middle Eastern fare.
Milla L.
The lamb Marrakech tagine... I first tried the potatoes and peas - hearty, and permeated with flavor. But the meat, oh, the meat deserves an ode. The lamb shank was done perfectly: the meat melted in your mouth. It had loads of flavor and was not overpowered with spices. This is exactly how a high-quality lamb chunk cooked slowely should taste. Every bite was a delight. We stopped here on a long drive. Definitely coming back next time we're on this route.
Emily Thuja
Had the salmon tagine and it was excellent. Wonderfully spiced and cooked with olives, peppers, potato, carrots, and lemon. Presented in the traditional tagine dish. You can also get a lot of your usual Mediterranean fare here, but if you’re at a Moroccan restaurant, you should eat their specials imho! The atmosphere and decor is really fun & exotic feeling. Had baklava for dessert, and the mint tea was served the traditional way, very sweet, long dramatic pour into attractive glasses. Highly recommend.
Tasty food! We stopped here for a late lunch this past weekend and were happy with the food and service. The Mazda sampler platter was really good!
Good food, very flavorful and great service. On the pricey side for the amount of food you get.
WONDERFUL FOOD!! To be quite honest I wasn't sure about how good a Moroccan Food place in Ithaca would be. But, I was pleasantly surprised. Especially the Beef tangine. It was incredibly savory and soft!! It was also a cute place with a cool interior decor. So if you're looking to try a new cuisine or discover a new place to takee your friends, I wouldn't think twice about coming here. It's also a good place to take friends. The environment is not too fancy to make it feel liike a date, and not too casual to make it feel collegetown-esque.
Disappointing experience. I went with a group of friends and most of ordered the couscous dishes. Basically they were all the same- a mound of couscous with Chicken, Lamb or just some veggies plonked on top. They were quite dry. Platters were good for appetizers but overall given the portion sizes, it was not worth the price.
Great service and the food was amazing! Also so impressed by the staff working. 2 people working and you don't wait like normal restaurants.
I'm such a lover of middle-eastern and especially Moroccan food. A good lamb Tagine (with apricots and other fruit) is literally my favorite food on earth. Commons Kitchen did not disappoint and made me soo happy. It is incredibly difficult to find this kind of authentic cuisine in Ithaca and wow! The lamb melted off the bone, was deliciously flavored with just the right balance of sweet and savory. The Beef Merguez was also to die for, and my husband who does not share my love of mediterranean was not disappointed by the mixed grill. Also some of the best Baklava I've ever had. THANK YOU Commons Kitchen for being an amazing needle in a haystack.
Delicious hummus and falafel. Amazing lamb. Fabulous homemade desserts. This place is a hidden gem and worth the trip!!
My favorite place to eat in town. The healthiest food you can find. The beef plate with baba ganoush is the best. The owner is also a very very friendly person. The place is hygienic and they play good middle eastern music. In total a great place to eat at.
Great presentation. Even better tasting. Plus the owner and staff member where very friendly and personable!!!
I’ve tried a number of things here and they’ve all been great so far! I especially recommend the mezze platter and the mint tea.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food, great service, great prices!
An unexpected the surprise! Went in on a whim for quick dinner before a movie and the host and staff couldn't have been more helpful. Dishes were excellent, presentation pleasing and the staff delightful. My wife had the Berber Lamb tajine which tasty and perfectly cooked. I very much enjoyed my mixed kabobs. Look forward to returning when we have more time!
FINALLY some good [non-Italian] Mediterranean food in Ithaca! Cool vibe, wonderful aromas, first-class service, and absolutely delectable food. A real surprise and gem! Highly recommended for anyone who likes Moroccan or Middle Eastern fare.
The lamb Marrakech tagine... I first tried the potatoes and peas - hearty, and permeated with flavor. But the meat, oh, the meat deserves an ode. The lamb shank was done perfectly: the meat melted in your mouth. It had loads of flavor and was not overpowered with spices. This is exactly how a high-quality lamb chunk cooked slowely should taste. Every bite was a delight. We stopped here on a long drive. Definitely coming back next time we're on this route.
Had the salmon tagine and it was excellent. Wonderfully spiced and cooked with olives, peppers, potato, carrots, and lemon. Presented in the traditional tagine dish. You can also get a lot of your usual Mediterranean fare here, but if you’re at a Moroccan restaurant, you should eat their specials imho! The atmosphere and decor is really fun & exotic feeling. Had baklava for dessert, and the mint tea was served the traditional way, very sweet, long dramatic pour into attractive glasses. Highly recommend.