The Creole Southern Steakhouse took me back to my visit to New Orleans, Louisiana. The vibe felt relaxing and chill here. From the time I stepped foot to this place, I felt welcomed. For my dinner, I ordered the Lobster & Crawfish Pot Pie. Talk about heavenly. The lobster veloute' tasted sweet and savory. The pot pie came with chopped potatoes, crawfish, pieces of fish, sweet corn, carrots and celery. The pot pie came with an arugula side salad with some cheese. I felt so honored to have eaten this pot pie. The creole buttery puff tasted terrific. Joseph ordered the rib eye. The ribs came with a side of risotto and molasses baked beans. He said he liked the food. Andrew our server did a fantastic job of making us feel welcomed. He got an A+ for service and communicated to us about the status of our order. Talk about being serviceable, near the back, customers could go to the bar. While in Ithaca, come to Creola Southern Steakhouse. Bring friends, family, or a date. read more

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We went here for a random Friday date night. It's always bustling so we decided to check it out. The decor is great with outdoor seating available and a full bar. They have a great menu and it was honestly hard to choose. I went with the BBQ Ribs which were super tender and delicious. The service was great and so was the presentation and food. Everything was very delicious. I want to come back soon to try some of their blackened fish entrees. Def recommend! read more

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I felt glad I stopped at Creola. The bartender was on fire. After his first old fashioned - Woodford Reserve, sweet and smooth - I had to go for a second. I let him pick the spirit, and he went with Michter's rye. Spicy, sweet forward, and he used a torch to express the orange oil. Really excellent. The food was not on the same level, unfortunately. My short rib sliders had delicious burnt ends for texture, but looked basic and not as much aioli as I hoped for. I went back for truffle fries, but they were a bit too crisp, and lacked the starchy fluffy goodness that I look forward to. But all in all, a great vibe and great drinks mean I'd be happy to return. read more

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Great food and service. The shrimp cocktail was the least liked but the crab cakes, trout and the pecan dessert were all amazing! We would definitely go back when in the area. read more

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Nice location in the Commons area. We were a group of 6 and got an outside table - great for people watching. Jose was fantastic and great sense of humor - had good recommendations. The creole take of some staple dishes added some good heat to the calamari and Parmesan fries. I had the crab andouille sausage Mac & Cheese - super rich with some nice heat. The portions are huge - can definitely share entrees. The Chicken and Waffles came with a hot honey maple sauce - good stuff. Things went sideways with the other choices - the ribeye was more rare than medium - had to ask for it cooked more. The broiled grouper was 'fishy' smelling. Jose was gracious and took that off the bill. Overall, great location for people watching, cool bar area inside. Just might have been an off night for the kitchen staff. read more

Creola Southern Steakhouse - Chicken and waffles - Southern Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Second visit this week. A real NOLA bar and menu. Perfect mix of seating and vibe. Deserves all the praise it gets. read more

Came on a Tuesday around 6pm. We were seated immediately! Our server was the best, he heard I was hungry and kept bringing bread as we waited for our appetizer. It's the little thoughtful things that make service great :) Crab cakes and lobster were delicious. I had a taste of the Chilean sea bass and it melted in my mouth. read more

Creola Southern Steakhouse - Crab cakes - Southern Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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This was amazing. I was missing what this place used to be but this new and improved restaurant is amazing! The food has a southern twist to it, which is delicious. The service was good, a bit slower to coming back and helping us towards the end of our meal but he was very friendly and when we had inquiries he was able to answer quickly and easily. With great recommendations too! The ambiance is great, the inside is nice, and its clean. There is outside seating as well which we opted for. The food is pricey so if you go expect to spend a good pretty penny. However, everything was so delicious it was worth it and 10/10 would go back! read more

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You shouldn't leave hungry! We went here for our anniversary and wanted something nice. Glad we picked Creola. Justin was our waiter and he was great. He took time to explain the menu and made recommendations. Old Fashion was on point. I got the Rye drink and it was great. Appetizer of burnt end nachos was incredible. Steaks were delicious. Building and decor was classic, dark wood, and classy. read more

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We decided to go here for a date night we got there around 5:30 and got seats at the bar. The bartender guy was excellent he was working so hard and slinging drinks getting food orders in! There should definitely be two bartender behind the bar especially for Friday/Saturday night's. We had the lobster and crawfish pot pie wow was it perfect! Delicious flavored plenty of filling absolutely loved it! The Rainbow trout was delicious, the fish was so tender and delicately cooked. We loved the Mississippi mud pie cheesecake, perfect meal! read more

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Such a great spot for a cozy comfort foods. We ordered the steak, fish, popovers, meatloaf cupcakes, mac and cheese, corn, mashed potatoes, and the peach blackberry cobbler. Everything was super tasty. I especially loved the presentation of the meatloaf cupcakes. The mac and cheese was particularly good. Creamy, cheesy, and warm. Staff was friendly, and I would definitely return here! read more

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Service was attentive. Ambiance was a bit dated but fine. Food was very good overall. Quite loud inside, couldn't talk to my dinner partner. read more

Small towns sometimes just get it perfect. From the thoughtful hostess making sure our party was positioned perfectly to our servers helpful approach to serving families, we truly enjoyed our meal. The mac & cheese was a hit, the ribs truly did fall off the bone with a risotto cake that was both crispy and savory simultaneously, the bread that they brought was outstanding, and the fish apparently, specifically the trout was beyond flavorful. An excellent meal, in a space that was thoughtfully put together and really paid homage to New Orleans, completed a fun night. Highly recommend! read more

The pictures alone don't do this place justice. I've heard nothing but great things and had to give it a try. They are located in downtown Ithaca on the Commons in the perfect location. We had the option to sit inside or outside and we sat outside. Other than a few dogs barking at each other and the regular street traffic it was a nice vibe and not too loud. The host and our waiter were so friendly and welcoming. They have a fun themed cocktail menu, beers and wines. I loved that they could make a mocktail for my friend because she doesn't drink. They made the Gin Blossom as a mocktail and it was very refreshing. I got a glass of Pinot Noir and my other friend with us ordered the Born on the Bayou and it hit the spot. We ordered the Calamari and Crabcakes for our appetizers and they were both so good. The calamari was a healthy serving and good to share. The crab cakes came as an order of 3 which was enough for us each to have one. I would've put in 2 orders if we didn't get the calamari because they were delicious. Since it's a steakhouse we had to try their steaks and they did not disappoint. They had multiple options for the cuts of steaks, add-ons, and sauces to have on the side. The sides are prepared family style so we each ordered something to share. There was definitely enough for the 3 of us to get a couple of servings and had some to take home. We ordered the truffle fries, roasted Brussels and peaches, and cream style sweet corn. There was a couple sitting next to us that were raving about the sweet corn so we had to get it and they were not kidding about how good it is. Everyone's steaks were cooked perfectly and were so flavorful without the sauces. I got the Smokey Red Chimichurri and it took the flavors to another level. Some how after all that we saved room for dessert and ordered 3 different options so we could try each others. Each one had its own unique flavor and had us wanting more. I ordered the Chicory Coffee Creme Brulee and it was my favorite part of the meal. It passed the "crack test" and had the perfect amount of coffee flavor. The best part of the menu is each food was labeled for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, dairy free, nut allergy, and upon request depending on the ingredients and item. This was an amazing dining experience and I can't wait to come back! read more

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10/10 tonight was our first time trying Creola everything was amazing from atmosphere to server down to the food! The sea bass was beyond amazing not over cooked! Cooked to perfection! He enjoyed his steak as well . All the sides were amazing . I absolutely can't wait to come back and I will highly recommend Creola to anyone interested! Thank you for an amazing dinner tonight . read more

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Man this place was just awesome! The entire place itself is just cool the old bar and wood work the neat ambiance and the amazing food. They have a totally unique menu of tasty stuff to try and everything was delicious. We were able to try their cheddar popovers with marinara and a Mac and cheese to start. Both were absolutely delicious! I got the Cajun jambalaya speghetti with a Cajun pork chop and again what a meal. It was totally unique perfectly spicy and flavorful. I've never had anything like it! Prices were pretty expensive but as a once in a while thing it's well worth the visit! Service was great and overall we had a great time. read more

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I was looking for dinner spots in/around Ithaca on a Monday night, because a group of 4 of us were going to meet in town. There seem to be very few restaurants available in Ithaca for a nice dinner on a Monday night... but I'd heard good things about Creola. I made reservations (through Yelp), and we were set. Creola is a fairly new restaurant in town that focuses on steak and seafood options with a Cajun flair - and also happens to be the sister restaurant to Mix Kitchen & Bar. Similarly to Mix, the menu is creative and the drinks are deliciously crafted. While none of us in the dinner group ever really imbibe, we couldn't resist each getting an option from the drink menu. Myself? I enjoyed a refreshing "Dixie Queen", described as a combination of "Hendrix Gin, Charred Watermelon Juice, Mint, Lemon, Palm Sugar Syrup, and Soda." Our server was also gracious enough to help my mother (who is not the most decisive) figure out which cocktail selection she would enjoy the most. The decision was a Tequila Mockingbird, made with "Espolon Blanco, Chambord, Grand Mariner, Fresh Key Lime, and Fee Foam". As for the dinner itself, we each ordered different entree options. My "Mardi Grad Meatloaf Cupcakes" were a delightful combination o f some of my favorite ingredients. Described as "Fire Roasted Tomato Glaze, Truffled Duchess Potato, Trumpet Royale Mushrooms, Candied Baby Carrots, Creole Madeira Demi Glaze," all I can say is mmmm... potatoes and mushrooms. Of course, everything from the Chilean Sea Bass (my mother's selection) to the "Southern Charm Burger" (my bff's choice, described as "Griddled Angus Beef Patties, Cherrywood Bacon, Buttermilk Onion Ring, Pepper Jack Cheese, Tomato Jam, Dill Pickle Remoulade, Seeded Brioche served with French Fries") left us with our cravings appeased and tummies full. Not too full, of course, for dessert... 3 "Chicory Coffee Crème Brulee" selections and 1 of the "Mississippi Mud Pie Cheesecake" slices. Thumbs up all around for dessert. The only thing that would have improved the experience? Someone with a cart or something to get me back to my car. Seriously though, the ambiance is wonderful, service is attentive, and the menu is a great demonstration of a chef working to curate selections for a creative menu focused on quality product. TL;DR Great to have a place like this available in Ithaca - and bonus points for being open for dinner on Mondays! Will definitely visit again. read more

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Must go!! The food was amazing!! The portions are huge -- barely finished it. The service was fast (but we are Tuesday night). The ambience is great. read more

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Gem of a resturant right off Ithaca Commons. If you love Southern cuisine, their flavors and execution are spot on. Great atmosphere and charm. read more

Finally an awesome steakhouse in Ithaca. I came in their 3rd week after opening and I had the best steaks and sides ever! Veronica was extremely pleasant and made our night very special. We ordered the 35-day aged ribeye and 2 NY sirloins. All were delicious. The herb bacon butter is a fantastic addition. The sides: carrots, mashed potatoes, mac-n-cheese and asparagus were all excellent and if I had to pick one, go with the mac-n-cheese. read more

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The food was excellent. The service was fantastic. Cocktails were well balanced and smooth.

The food and the service were amazing. Everything we had was delicious. I highly recommend the burger with truffle fries and the peach and blackberry cobbler. The corn was also really unique and tasty. Our waiter Justin was wonderful and gave us great recommendations. read more

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The food is wonderful. Best wedge salad ever. All of the portions are large . A definite stop whenever in Ithaca. read more

Creola Southern Steakhouse - bacon cheesebur - Southern Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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I can't even begin to express how amazing this restaurant is! The food was top tier. The steak was beyond tender it was buttery and cooked to perfection. We also got the shrimp and grits, skillet mac and cheese, and the asparagus. All of it was delicious. Our waiter Justin was timely and genuinely so kind, not to mention he earned bonus points for his football team preference! I cannot express this enough, you NEED to get the banana pudding dessert. It will blow your mind! We will be coming back here in the future! read more

The food was sublime!! The service and the atmosphere was attentive and dynamic. We had a wonderful time and we want to share our experience with others, read more

We enjoyed dining outside and "people watching", although the inside area was quite attractive Food was good, ample and appropriately priced. Wait staff was friendly and accommodating read more

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Wow, I had the blackened and grouper which was outstanding. One of the best restaurants in the Ithaca area, hands-down.

Service was 10/10 Appetizers were also 10/10 (I recommend the crab cakes) Sides were 10/10 (they have the most delicious garlic truffle french fries!) Steaks were about a 7/10 which is to say they were good but didn't knock my socks off. I personally prefer more seasoning on steak. The decor was very consistent with the vibe based on the name, which I appreciate. Overall a successful birthday dinner spot! read more

Finally tried the new restaurant in the Commons that replaced the old Mahogany Grill- Creola! I originally had very high expectations for the restaurant since I heard that it was opened by the same owners of Mix (also in Ithaca) but I found the experience to be just good. The complimentary bread service was yummy. They are currently serving the same bread at Mix but I found the popovers at Creola to be more burnt/crunchy. Overall, the flavor was pretty good and unique! We ordered the New York Striploin with a side of Cream Style Sweet Corn. I honestly found the food to be not bad but nothing crazy. The steak was cooked medium-rare and tasted good. It was also seasoned decently, not too salty or pepper-y. I don't have any complaints about the dish but I think it could have been juicier, and even more flavorful. The sweet corn side was also pretty good. It was rather creamy/heavy so I would only recommend that if you like creamier flavors. There were bites of pancetta and shallot that made the dish fun to eat as well. I would probably not plan a night around this restaurant/intentionally come dine again but if a friend asked to go here I wouldn't be opposed either. Overall, I am glad I tried it but I think you can find better eats in Ithaca! read more

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Absolutely fantastic experience! Food was the best we've had in a very long time. Service was excellent. Very cozy atmosphere. Will be back!! read more

This place is amazing! I am gluten free and there are tons of options, including the appetizer dinner rolls that are gluten free and so delicious! The food was all amazing and they push it out quick. Plenty of indoor seating and there is an outdoor patio as well. Our service was incredible as well. Jose, our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and able to answer any questions we had. read more

Creola Southern Steakhouse - Gf dinner rolls - Southern Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Outstanding restaurant! We will be back. The service and food were excellent. We loved the ambiance.

Get the Caesar salad!! Best salad I've had, and the lobster crawfish pot pie is amazing.

Modern restaurant with trendy atmosphere. I recommend making a reservation bc this place fills up f

We came here for our anniversary dinner and it didn't disappoint. We had 1 of the best meals we've ever had! Popovers were GF - was completely surprised as I haven't been able to have bread in a restaurant in ages! The dipping sauce was light and delicious - popovers delicious. We shared blackened sea bass, NY strip and grilled Cajun strip for dinner - everything was yummy. The sea bass was like butter and just melted in your mouth, the shrimp nice and spicy and the NY strip perfectly seasoned with a big beef flavor. Service was amazing too! Highly recommend read more

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Superb birthday party service and wonderful bar, and trout meunière! One filet mignon was too rare but they'remedied it Good news - Open Mondays& Tuesdays when most other down places closed read more

Fantastic food and service with great atmosphere. Was there for an early dinner so had apps and small plates but will definitely be going back! read more

My wife, stepson and I went there ahead of a Blackberry Smoke concert. The wait staff were EXTREMELY attentive and amazing. The food... OMG! Wife and I had the blackend catfish and stepson had the loberster and crawfish pot pie. So filling, so flavorful! We'll be making Creola a top stop next time we're in Ithica. read more

The food, service and vibes was absolutely amazing! This has to be top 2 steaks ever! Add the service and ambiance and this is awesome!

I ate here as a farewell party for my brother going to Cornell. It was overpriced with roughly 6 burnt pieces of salt shrimp for over $20. The steak was the serving for half a person and so was the clam chowder. The workers are talking with themselves and ignoring the customers. The only somewhat okay thing was the lobster Mac and cheese and that had like no lobster. read more