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A photo of Revelry Yards restaurant
4.3
Awesome(86)
Price: Moderate
• American • Ithaca
Booked 49 times today
Located on restaurant row, just off The Commons, Revelry Yards features weekday lunch, weekend brunch and nightly dinner menu. Revelry Yards features up to a dozen craft beers produced in the microbrewery upstairs.​The freshly renovated space also features a full service beer garden behind restaurant row dubbed The Yards. This expansive outdoor patio orbits around the “Container Bar” fabricated out of a shipping container. Enjoy, full bar offerings and the aroma of our wood fired pizza oven as this urban space buzzes during the warm weather.
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4.3
Awesome(14)
Price: Moderate
• American • Ithaca
Booked 11 times today
Welcome to Food Lab Kitchen & Bar, located just off the Ithaca Commons. Our ever-evolving selection redefines culinary creativity, blending bold flavors, interactive presentations, and unexpected pairings. Complement your meal with expertly crafted cocktails, curated wines, and a diverse beer selection. Join us in our comfortable casual atmosphere in the heart of Downtown Ithaca.
A photo of The Strand Cafe restaurant
4.1
Excellent(15)
Price: Expensive
• American • Ithaca
Booked 1 time today
Located inside the Canopy by Hilton hotel, nestled right at the top of the commons. The Strand provides locals, as well as weary travelers, a place for respite and stimulation. Our stated mission prioritizes quality of experience over quantity. We're known for: 600 degree brick oven for pizza, the best spicy margarita in town, cooper horse coffee in the mornings, being the perfect spot to quietly study, or host your next happy hour.
A photo of Monks on the Commons restaurant
4.1
Excellent(138)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Ithaca
Booked 2 times today
Here at Monks on the Commons, we embrace the communal spirit and strive to promote the best the region has to offer. We consider it our calling to create thoughtful food and drink in a space you can share with other good and like-minded people. We hope you make it your calling to check us out and find some respite from the pace of modern life.
A photo of Inn at Taughannock restaurant
4.4
Awesome(679)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Ithaca
Booked 8 times today
Should you book a reservation on a day where we are hosting a special menu or restaurant event a member of our staff will be in touch with you to explain the details of the day and discuss any special timings or deposits.Come enjoy the finest dining experience in the Finger Lakes! From our food to our service we guarantee you will leave looking forward to your next visit. Enjoy a cocktail next to one of our firepits with a gorgeous view of Cayuga Lake or sit next to the two-story outdoor fireplace. This historic Victorian mansion has spectacular views overlooking Cayuga Lake. We use a variety of local, fresh ingredients in our dishes all carefully designed and curated. We are pleased to offer a diverse menu and daily specials. Inn at Taughannock Falls is located just seven miles from Ithaca, in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Come visit and enjoy a breath taking walk to the Taughannock Falls right next door.

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  • debbie
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food was delicious! We made a great choice and would highly recommend the Monks Restaurant
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    Monks on the CommonsPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Ithaca
    4.1
  • Elisa
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great service! Friendly and welcoming. Food was very good too!
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    Food LabPrice: Moderate• American• Ithaca
    4.3
  • Dan
    Philadelphia County •8 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on May 4, 2025
    Service was just "OK"... We had a table for 5 people, and the wait time for food to come out was much too long. This also happened last time we ate at this restaurant too, and while the food, prices, and convenience is good, service is lacking. After ordering beverages, we waited a long time for drinks to come out. Eventually, one mixed drink was served, but none of the others, including one that was just a soda, and one that was a can of hard cider. Drinks should all be served at the same time. After the first drink, we waited another 10-15 minutes for the rest of them, and then another long wait before food was served. I realize you may not have full kitchen staff, but you need to communicate this, if that's the case. Just letting people sit for almost an hour with no communication, and only one beverage served out of five, is not good service.
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    The Strand CafePrice: Expensive• American• Ithaca
    4.1
  • Marjory
    Philadelphia County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 20, 2025
    Amazing chef; excellent service, gorgeous view and stunning building/antiquities. Food was superb and creative
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    Inn at TaughannockPrice: Very Expensive• American• Ithaca
    4.4
  • amyVIP
    New York City •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Mar 30, 2025
    Crowd-pleasing food with lots of options, very attentive service.
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    Revelry YardsPrice: Moderate• American• Ithaca
    4.3
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