50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Ithaca

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

“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.“

“Have never had a bad meal here. The pizza is always delicious with fresh toppings and you can build your own with whatever you want on it for, no additional charge unless it’s a specialty topping. Then tonight, I tried the Cannoli pie for the 1st time… it was incredible… the crust was sooo good! We will continue to support🤩“

“Holy MOLY these are AMAZING. We had the al pastor, carne asada, and lengua tacos. Not only is the flavor good but they also double tortilla and give you so much meat. I got 3 thinking they would be tiny but nope, great portions. Wish I lived closer so that I could go back weekly! Outside seating great for dog owners :)
Authentic as it gets.
Thank you!“

“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!!!“

“This Asian establishment provides an extensive menu featuring high-quality cuisine, exceptional service, and a refined ambiance in a prime location. The diverse menu caters to a wide range of preferences, ensuring a satisfying culinary experience. However, pricing may be considered higher than average.“

“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.“

“I've been having great experiences with Bibibowl, ate there almost everyday for lunch and dinner because of the healthy choices. But the new person (new guy?) gave me the tiniest portion of meat that I had to asked why it's so little compared to before; they didn't seem to get what I meant tho :(“

“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.“

“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!“

“It was very busy. We weren’t in a hurry and really liked that they have so many options. All day breakfast and lunch. Can’t wait to go again“

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

“Always a great experience !! Check out my review on Ithaca food dude“

“This truck rocks. The owner is super kind and super talented. I only wish I didn’t live an hour away. No matter though…I’ll get a second job if I have to, to pay for gas. I want Circus Truck every day.“

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

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

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

“My food did not come out how I had expected. My waitress (Molly) was very fast to fix it, she went to get her manager (Erika) so I could ask some questions about the steak being changed from what they previously serve, she said yes. I told her what I wanted and she made sure that I got it. The attention to detail she has is amazing and if my business was big enough that I needed a manager I would have tried to snag her. She is the type of manger that business owners look for. She helps bus tables to save time to get more people seated. I see that she is an asset to the way that Ciao is run!! She deserves to be recognized!“

“great pizza, my sister n I loved it“

“Just went yesterday while in Ithaca. Great pancakes and service!“

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

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

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

“Everyone there is very kind. They did an incredible job on my custom wedding cake and matching cupcakes, including accommodation for several allergens. The guests raved about the taste and adorable decorations. Whenever I have a special event with desserts, I immediately call Rashida Sawyer.“

“Just tried Mama Said Hand Pies for the first time… I started with a maple cold brew. It was made like the employee really cared that I enjoyed it - carefully combined and stirred and not overpacked with ice like other places do so that you only get a few sips of coffee before it’s a cup of ice left. And the cold brew itself was very smooth. Then I got the spinach egg and cheese hand pie. I initially thought they looked kind of small but they’re super filling so I was pretty full after one. The flavor was so good and the crust was fresh and buttery and crispy. I also got the sausage gravy and egg hand pie which was heavenly. And even though I was completely stuffed after two, I did try the cherry hand pie and loved the almond glaze on top of it. Can’t wait to go back to try the other flavors!“

“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“

“Great meal today. Check out my review on Ithaca Food Dude 👍“

“Had an excellent dinner with great service on a busy evening. Fantastic! Thank you, Sunny Days of Ithaca“

“My boyfriend bought a piece of pizza at Press Bay Alley today from Adelina’s truck. I had already eaten lunch but couldn’t resist taking bite after bite of his pizza. The contrast of crunch and warm softness was perfect. The sauces, textures and flavors were fresh, thoughtfully balanced and paired, and the best way I can put it, is that you can taste the intention in this food. It is so hard to come by food that has this kind of presence. If you are going to eat some pizza, this is it. Bravo 💛.“

“The best place for Mexican food in Ithaca. Dos Amigos has been the shining light during quarantine with fast delivery. The brick and mortar in college town is wonderfully designed. I love being able to place a order online and get a text when it’s Ready to make the short walk to pick it it up. ❤️❤️“

“Graduated from Cornell in 2009 and I still think about my go to BLTease with Ginger Miso dressing 😂 So glad to see Temple of Zeus is still going strong and has a social media presence!“

“Very cool little cafe. The owners are very nice. My wife goes there 3 times a week.“

“Nice to have some Sichuan food on our way through Ithaca. I wish they had more traditional options (as opposed to the popular American ones), but I understand that they have to sell the things that will keep them in business. (For instance, I would love 麻辣香锅!!) The pork belly sizzling pot was really good, and the Singapore noodles were spicy and they allowed us to get it vegetarian (though they also left out the egg and charged the same amount as the meaty dish). Tea is charged here, as is each additional bowl of white rice. Somewhat typical after covid, but I really wish that wasn't the case. I'm trying to avoid commenting directly on price because you can see portion size and price plainly in my pictures. They were very friendly and there are lots of menu options in general. A good 粥 would be a plus for me, as would 涼菜. But maybe the customer base isn't there (or you just ask for it, and it isn't on the menu ?). Not a bad option for little Ithaca, but don't expect the stars lile you might get in larger cities (like Rochester -- Yummy Garden Hot Pot has it all!!).“

“Very fresh, generous servings, delicious, clean and bright, friendly, helpful staff.“

“I had the lemon artichoke pasta . It was excellent along with the service !“

“Wonderful, friendly staff and great food. Excellent prices and location - close to Ithaca Commons.“

“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.“

“Excellent food, great service and the price was reasonable. Will be back on our next US trip.“

“It’s bread, pastry, and service!“

“This was our first restaurant during a 4 night visit to Ithaca and area. I say that because we wanted to return later but unfortunately it was closed for two nights for a private event. My wife is celiac and she ordered the fish and chips with sides of mac and cheese and fries. She found the order plentiful and excellent. The fish was lightly breaded, properly cooked, and VERY tasty. The fries were excellent and the mac and cheese also tasty. It was a real treat for a celiac to be able to order delicious gluten-free fish and chips. I ordered the blackened fish and grits and it too was delicious and plentiful. Unfortunately, I gave this restaurant 4* because of the very long wait for our meals to be delivered and then for the bill to arrive later. And this despite the fact that the place was less than half full. However, the three staff were all moving very quickly and our server was quite helpful when we placed our order. So I suspect that maybe the restaurant was short-staffed that day or unable to hire sufficient staff. In any case, even with the wait we were willing to return if we could.“

“Excellent chai tea and chicken cashew sauce vegetables with Jasmine rice.“

“We were initially drawn in by the cozy-looking photos on their Google page, but our expectations were totally exceeded when we got an early dinner at the Yellow Deli on a quiet evening. Incredibly charming, enchanting even, with woodsy, sprite-ish decor. The service was a little bit slow, but all the better, because the longer we spent there, the more comfortable we felt and the more opportunities to look around. The hand-drawn signage and menus, the welcoming way everything is phrased and presented…you may even catch the old-timey rope dumbwaiter raising and lowering out the corner of your eye. We felt like we were dining in a treehouse with perfect lighting and friendly staff. We had Mango & Mint Matés which were freshly made with real juice and herbs, and the soup of the day (salmon chowder!) and a veggie burger. Everything was delicious. A great rainy day retreat and must-stop eatery in Ithaca!“

“Great Ethiopian food made as per African cuisine snd served by friendly staff“

“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!“

“A warning if you get takeout:

They have no way of telling you that an item you ordered wasn’t in stock. I stood and waited for 30 minutes after I got the text that my order was ready only for someone to finally, *finally* ask if I needed help. Normally, everything is quick and fast- but ordering online during the lunch rush is a nightmare. You’re better off ordering in, or going somewhere else.“

“It’s bread, pastry, and service!“

“I had a wonderful experience here! The food was delicious, I got the Mac and Cheese with chicken and corn. So good! The server was very friendly and attentive and food came out in perfect timing! Loved the overall vibe of this establishment.“

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

“the food was ok.... but the prices are high not to mention the atmosphere was crazy to say the least. my first and last visit I felt very unsafe“