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
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.
I just recently went to the Downstairs, about a week ago,and figured I should write a review, since we enjoyed ourselves so much!I'm not even much of a beer drinker, I love my whiskey, but it sounded like such a cool spot, I had to check it out and it did not disappoint.Loved the beers they had on tap, it was super clean, the industrial vibe is so on point.I just might have to become a regular, at this underground establishment!
Zoë Van Nostrand
Gorgeous space with a wonderful selection of drinks and snacks and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend! Love that the Watershed has expanded to create this wonderful new space for larger groups!
Megan Nettleton
The Downstairs is a true gem of a place here in Ithaca:) The owners truly care about their space and customers. Go for the liquids and snacks, and fall in love with the amazing people.
Jake Seegers
Fast service, excellent atmosphere, and delicious drinks.Please support this local business, they are one of the good ones that treat their employees right and care about being a safe place for all.
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
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!
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
Love the programming! Thank you for hosting fun and different events!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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
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.
Good room, good people, good drinks. It's an all around good time!
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!
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.
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.
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Top notch community spot
I just recently went to the Downstairs, about a week ago,and figured I should write a review, since we enjoyed ourselves so much!I'm not even much of a beer drinker, I love my whiskey, but it sounded like such a cool spot, I had to check it out and it did not disappoint.Loved the beers they had on tap, it was super clean, the industrial vibe is so on point.I just might have to become a regular, at this underground establishment!
Gorgeous space with a wonderful selection of drinks and snacks and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend! Love that the Watershed has expanded to create this wonderful new space for larger groups!
The Downstairs is a true gem of a place here in Ithaca:) The owners truly care about their space and customers. Go for the liquids and snacks, and fall in love with the amazing people.
Fast service, excellent atmosphere, and delicious drinks.Please support this local business, they are one of the good ones that treat their employees right and care about being a safe place for all.