The Downstairs

121 W State St, Ithaca
(607) 345-0691

Recent Reviews

Sort by
Maria Lima Valdez

They have nice music and the environment is really chill and fun!

Jordan Wanamaker

We were incredibly disappointed with our experience. Our bridal party had planned to stop here to celebrate, only to be turned away and told we weren’t welcome. This level of treatment was shocking, especially for such a special occasion. A business that claims to be hospitable should treat all guests with kindness and respect. Unfortunately, that was not our experience, and we would not recommend this establishment to others.

Brenna Fulk

This has to be some of the worst customer service I have ever witnessed... A group of girls and I showed up ready to have a fun, memorable night. The hostess took one look at the bride-to-be and flat-out told us to leave. She never gave us an explanation as to why we weren't welcome. The harshness of her comment made the bride cry, on her bachelorette trip. Very poor choice in hiring. Please do better.

C. Hasenauer

I came here during a comedy show at Ithaca Fest I had so much fun room was perfect for comedy absolutely enjoyed myself will return When able

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Tom Burns

Very nice place but a bartender advised me to tip without disclosing they included a service charge already. Very dishonest. Happened last Saturday night.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 1

Em Moss

This is my go-to bar in Ithaca. They definitely have the coolest shoes and events. There's always neat art up on the walls. The bar tenders are always really friendly, and the owner is so cool!

Jenna BEar

Love this place & the PoeTree open mic & jazz music & atmosphere but I wish it was accessible!!!! My service dog ?‍ can’t do stairs !!! Can you make it accessible for Shadow Bear ? & all? Thanks ?

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Chelsea Guy

Love the programming! Thank you for hosting fun and different events!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Sir Kenneth McLaurin

Comedy Open mic every 1st and 3rd Tuesday 7pm to 9pm. Cool owner and staff plus Cool people on and off the stage. Come check it out yourself.

Leo Scott

Super friendly bar with a wonderful community. Many fun events happen here like the stand up open mics, improv comedy, poems and music performances.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Chelsea Collins

Loved this little spot that reminds me so much of my old NYC open mic coffeehouse (RIP DTUT). Kind of wish they'd scrap the red curtains as the distressed wall aesthetic is awesome. A special place in special city.

Teo Newsuan

Good room, good people, good drinks. It's an all around good time!

Eric Brooks

Ashley Cake, creator & owner of the wonderful Watershed, has converted the downstairs space into a terrific venue for terrific music, spoken word, comedy,open mikes, you name it. Lots of great taps, wine, etc. The staff is great, and there’s something different going on almost every evening. And it has rapidly become my favorite place…Check it out!

Kenneth McLaurin

Comedy Open mic every 1st and 3rd Tuesday 7pm to 9pm. Cool owner and staff plus Cool people on and off the stage. Come check it out yourself.

SingTrece “SingTrece”

One of the best places to hangout in town. ???? The owner and all the bartenders are welcoming and so are the people that come for open mics.Come check out SingTrece anything goes Open Mic Every 4th Tuesday night from 7pm to 9pm.

Loading...