45 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Ithaca

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

“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 place is a gem! Super lovely staff, clean, smells amazing inside, nice vibes. Went for lunch and got the sushi special to split with my husband-it was some of the best sushi I’ve had in recent memory. The salmon sashimi was especially amazing. We are visiting from out of town and I’m sad we aren’t staying longer so we can come back here-their menu is extensive and everything looks delicious!“

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

“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.“

“We stopped in while vacationing, and found the facility very beautiful, the wines very good, and the staff friendly and knowledgeable. We would highly recommend anyone in the area visit this winery!“

“Most people do reviews about food. I want to take a moment to review the atmosphere at Sal's the service is always prompt the staff is always friendly and respectful. (You would think they would never want a vacation and love what they do.) Seriously though the restaurant is always clean and who can keep a bathroom clean anymore? Sal's!! The food well thats just a bonus always delish. You can order anything and it's good. I'm a fan of the wings myself. If ever they are out of wings sorry! Not sorry!!!“

“This winery in downtown Ithica is in a beautiful building and has a small wine museum inside. The owner is so passionate and knowledgeable about the history of wine and winemaking. The tasting menu is small but wonderful with some off dry wines and dessert wines. I enjoyed the experience completely and did not leave empty handed.“

“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“

“I love their pizza. But I also love this family! I grab a slice every now and again and everyone treats you as family. They know my slice, they’re always so kind, so personable, honoring and respectful to everyone. You are missing out if you don’t go 👏🏼“

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

“Been coming here for years! Highly recommended!“

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

“The Rook is always a must-visit whenever we’re in town! The menu is full of flavorful dishes, and their cocktails and beverages are equally impressive. The atmosphere is inviting and lively, making it a perfect spot for any occasion. The staff goes above and beyond - Manny in particular is friendly, attentive, and a joy to chat with. We can’t recommend The Rook enough for great food, drinks, and an unforgettable experience😍🙌“

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

“great pizza, my sister n I loved it“

“Chain restaurant. You get exactly what you expect, which is why you go there.

The staff training is excellent. Consistently friendly and helpful.

The food is tasty. Filling. Probably high calorie, high fat. You want a Chili's meal? Go to Chili's. You want healthy vegan food? Ithaca has lots of other places for that.

Some of the specials are a very good value. The old 3-for-$10 special is gone; it's now $11 and has a limited choice of entrees. It's still a good value, and the hamburger may be the best in Ithaca.

Consider what's on the TV screens before you sit, and ask to sit facing something you want to see. Otherwise (perish the thought) you'll have to make conversation with your tablemates...unless you brought a smartphone.“

“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!“

“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!!!“

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

“Las pizzas más ricas que he probado!“

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

“Fabulous food, huge portions, reasonably priced, and terrific service!“

“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! 👏👏👏“

“We tried the Hand-Ripped Noodles (Biang Biang Noodles) with Braised Beef here, and the dish was absolutely delicious! The noodles were super fresh, and we asked for extra spicy — it was perfect 🔥. We also added a soy egg, which was a great choice. My husband and I both loved it so much. Highly recommend this place if you’re craving authentic Xi’an street food!“

“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.“

“Excellent place to eat food. They have a huge variety of foods. I actually like them better than the dining halls because the salad bar has more options and is more organized. They also pay by the lb for a lot of stuff, so you don't have to feel compelled to stuff yourself to get your money's worth. On the go snacks are available too.“

“We were in the mood for fish and chips and found Northstar Public House, one of the few places in Ithaca with a Gluten Free option. So glad we did! Hands down the best dinner we’ve had during our visit. The fish and chips were amazing, the mac and cheese was super tasty, and the mocktail Shy Violet was spot on. Our server was wonderful and made the whole experience even better.

The vibes are great too—reggae music playing when we walked in set the tone right away. If you’re looking for a spot with delicious food, friendly service, and Gluten Free options that don’t compromise on flavor, this place is a must!“

“Awesome shop great staff with interesting personality the coffee shop interior is smaller feels bigger on pictures but it worth checking out we got the Salted NYS Maple Latte on ice and a hot latte butterfly pea. we felt in love with the Salted Maple amazing drink!!“

“They have a good selection of beers on tap, friendly bartender, excellent music events in a very hip environment and located in the coolest part of town. I highly recommend the place. It reminds me of some of my favorite college town bars I used to go to years back. Michael Callahan“

“A surprisingly sweet café tucked inside the Cornell campus store. The coconut and pistachio macaroons were delightful — chewy, sweet, and full of flavor. Chocolate croissant wasn’t the fluffiest but still tasty, and the shortbread cookies were simple and satisfying. It’s a lovely, cozy corner to snack and study, surrounded by tributes to Cornell’s literary icons (Carl Sagan and Toni Morrison watching over you!). Plus, the prices are student-budget-friendly.“

“Wonderful Food- Just Ask That They Be More Realistic About Prep Time.Their sushi is prepared well and the best deal in town. But you may want to double the time they give you for pick up orders. It's possible that they don't want to tell you the realistic time because it will sound too long. We ordered the Sushi for Two (which is easily enough for four-- and we have big appetites!) It was beautifully prepared-- but they told me 25 minutes and it was closer to an hour. Double the time, and then you will be very happy with this place!“

“The sandwiches are actually quite good. I like that it is open for a long time so if I miss the usual lunch time and can still grab something to eat. Also there is rarely much of a queue so it is perfect for something fast. The Big Red Barn also has sandwiches but it takes them longer to make them, in my experience.“

“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!“

“If you want to have newly made, quick Asian Food (especially Thai & Japanese), Oishii Bowl is the place I always regularly visit.

The taste is really delicious! The price & the portion is reasonable. The quality is good. The atmosphere is clean.

We can order via Kiosk/ Tablet and that’s convenient. They have 2 options: dine-in and take-away. The only thing I would critic is that we cannot add on some proteins in dish, unless you directly contact with staffs (which normally are not there at the counter).

In summary, every thing is good here. Looking forward to coming back for sure.“

“My wife and I have been to nearly all of the restarants in this town and sense the covid nonsense started the quality has taken a dive, the prices have only increased, and the service leaves us wondering . Not so at Uncle Joes. The food here is consistantly excelent, the prices reasonable, and the service on point. You will spend a lot more for a lot less on the other side of town.“

“Just dropped off our daughter at college and we were hungry from all the lifting! We wanted something relatively healthy that wasn’t too heavy. Spicy Asian was great! We got fried dumplings (ok, maybe not the healthiest 😝) and were so delicious - it didn’t taste oily and they might be homemade? My husband and I shared the chicken, beef and shrimp with broccoli in garlic sauce and it was amazing. I overheard the waitress tell another table that they make their own egg rolls, so had to try that! It was very tasty (I would have preferred some meat in it but it tasted very light-perfect amount of wrapper where some places have it too thick. Excited to take my daughter here when we come visit!“

“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!“

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

“Would recommend incorporating a stop here into your plans to visit the area. The food was excellent, atmosphere was great with a beautiful view of the water, and the service was also exceptional. Our waiter, Mark F. was courteous and professional and did a fantastic job!“

“The NYS Orchard Burger is beyond amazing! My go to when I’m in town!“

“THIS IS THE BEST KOREAN RESTAURANT IN ITHACA HANDS DOWN. I love this place so much. The women who works here is also so sweet. The menu is so great and diverse. The food is well spiced and actually spicy!! Please come if you like real Korean or Chinese food. It’s a comfort spot for sure! Jayook Kimchi is my fav dish here.“