50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Ithaca

“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.“

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

“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!!!“

“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.“

“Really delicious and fresh tacos, friendly and fast service! Very easy to get a mix of things and exactly the flavors you want. The juices they make are great too. Picnic tables available to sit at and eat in the press bay alley, really enjoyable lunch spot.“

“Asia Cuisine in Ithaca is absolutely amazing! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The menu has a great variety of Asian dishes, and everything we tried was delicious. The staff is friendly, attentive, and makes you feel very welcome from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere is cozy and perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. If you’re in Ithaca and craving authentic Asian cuisine, this place is definitely a must-visit!“

“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.“

“Was a little skeptical at first but my bowl was bursting with flavor! I got the beef bulgogi bowl w purple rice zucchini corn red onion pineapple kimchi lettuce and teriyaki sauce and spicy mayo. Perfect combination of flavors, sweet savory and tangy. Highly recommend!“

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

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

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

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

“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“

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

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

“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!“

“great pizza, my sister n I loved it“

“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!“

“Great Red Curry dish over rice with chicken. It will be hard to opt for something different on my next visit. Although while gazing at dishes as servers delivered them to nearby tables it appears I will have to try everything eventually. Interesting cocktail list, spirits and spirit free.
Great atmosphere, wonderful service. Will return. No doubt!“

“Always a great time! Excellent ice cream and treats!“

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

“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!“

“It’s bread, pastry, and service!“

“Honestly probably the best veggie burger I’ve ever had. Bun was big & soft and toppings were on point. I appreciated the vegan option that wasn’t just a salad and fries. Also had options for my non-vegan friends. Updated from previous review on 2026-02-18“

“I have visited Ithaca several times and every time I am in town I eat here!!! Prices are modest and the food is delicious!!! Service is friendly and courteous!! Facilities are kept clean and orderly! Plenty parking and plenty to choose from!!! Bring your friends, family and colleagues you will love it!!!“

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

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

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

“Literally Everything here is sooo good!! From the milk teas to the food!! Great atmosphere, and friendly staff.“

“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 💛.“

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

“Awesome food great service“

“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“

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

“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!“

“Pretty authentic Chinese food, especially of the Szechuan cuisine. One cool thing about Spicy Asian is that they can accommodate larger groups than other Chinese spots in Ithaca. We came here with around 20 people after church, and they had no problem serving us all! 🍽️“

“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!“

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

“If you’re in the mood for a wonderful meal by Cayuga Lake, the BoatHouse is the place to go. The restaurant offers a stunning lakeside view, which is perfect for a relaxing meal with a glass of wine. The menu features delicious options like lobster rolls, seafood chowder, and grilled salmon — all fresh and locally sourced.
The atmosphere is casual yet refined, and the staff is always friendly and attentive. Whether you’re visiting for lunch or dinner, The BoatHouse provides an amazing dining experience with great food and even better views. If you’re looking for a memorable meal by the lake, this spot is highly recommended.“

“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! 👏👏👏“

“Great variety of unique food choices and love that you can not only get breakfast, lunch, and dinner here, but also have a beer/drink at night.“

“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. ❤️❤️“

“Great variety of unique food choices and love that you can not only get breakfast, lunch, and dinner here, but also have a beer/drink at night.“

“It’s bread, pastry, and service!“

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

“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.“

“We lived in Ithaca for many years but had not been back in 12 years. One stop that was essential was to Collegetown Bagels. We had to get the stellar Octopus Sandwich (super!) and an Octopus Collegetown bagels T-shirt. Great setting, helpful staff, delicious food and fast service. We will be back sooner, I hope!“

“Visited today . Check out my review on Ithaca food dude 👍“