Located in college town, this place is a gem! Atmosphere-…read moreclean, warm earthy and welcoming. The rustic wood decor and roaring fireplace are the perfect fix for the cold winter weather. Service was amazing. From greeting us as we came in to bringing us samples of their different teas, we were delighted by the friendliness of the staff. Menu- offering a variety of hot and cold options. All healthy and homemade. We got the beef chili, Deli Pesto and Deli Rose sandwiches along with an order of waffles. Portions were generous and unfortunately too filling that we didn't have room for dessert ( though they sounded delicious) Interesting history to the concept and pleased to learn they had multiple locations around the US and world. We will definitely visit again

Came across this gem of a restaurant while touring Ithaca College. The food was delicious & very…read morereasonably priced, the staff were very friendly (we were given many tourists tips) and the ambiance is so unique we felt like we were at a themed restaurant at Disneyland..in a good way. Everything is handmade from the food to the decor! Overall, this is a special place. We will be back.

Delicious freshly made sandwiches. Beautiful views. Wonderful service. Very down to earth…read morerestaurant!!

Ok so saw the great reviews and had to try it out. It was good. Maybe really good, but not great…read more Outside seating is not covered btw. Got the Robb salad and it was pretty good - again not great but really good. I'd say decent amount of chicken but way too much garlic on the salad. Wife had the chickpea salad as a wrap and again unique Mediterranean spice (nutmeg/cinnamon?) in the wrap. Again - it was good - just not great. Side were some store bought chips. I'd say it's a cute unique place with pretty good food - Yelpers had me hoping hall of fame and we found hall of really good...

This is some awesome Q! Only a short 15 minute drive from Ithaca, State Eatery is serving up some…read moretop-notch bbq. We had the brisket and pulled pork. Both were moist and tender. The brisket has a great bark and the right amount of fattiness. The pulled pork is great with the Carolina mustard sauce. We also got a half-pound of ribs. They were spot on tender as well, with just the right amount of smoke. The sides were excellent. We got the mac and cheese and potato salad. Both were awesome! Don't sleep on the baked goods. We got the lemon tart and an extraordinary almond cookie. The prices were about what you would expect for good bbq. Bring your wallet and an empty stomach. You won't be disappointed.

Absolutely love them! Great BBQ, amazing drinks, and the folks who work here are insanely nice.read more

Delicious food, quick service, friendly staff, low prices, quality ingredients!!! We love short…read morestop!!!

When I was a student at Cornell, Hot Truck was a staple, an institution. Shortstop bought up the…read morerights, and keep the sandwiches alive. I'm in town twice a year, and I'll always stop by two or three times to get my fix. They are faithfully keeping my college nostalgia alive. Love this place.

A little pricey, perhaps, but worth it as an occasional treat. Excellent subs! I've had about half…read morethe varieties on the menu and loved them all. Tonight it was the Modena. Last time it was the Cuban. Yum!

FANTASTIC SERVICE and incredible donuts. The bread is made in house, very pillowy yet substantial…read more The prices are extremely affordable and the portions great. I got the coconut shrimp sandwich which was crispy but i believe very overshadowed by the bread itself. It tasted mostly of vinegar and perhaps could've benefited from more shrimp or a balance of ingredients. The donuts were phenomenal! Chewy, soft, squishy, and full of flavor from the dough. I very much recommend them!

We went there on the way home from college visits with our daughters, just happened across it. What…read morea great find! Brings together some of the best locally sources cheeses and meats, a wide variety of hard ciders ranging from dry to super sweet. Staff was lovely. Prices were higher than average, but not out of range for the quality. 75% of us highly recommend the Morning Glory cheese, a cow cheese spread with honey and lavender, and my wife is telling me to plus the strawberry-infused sweet cider... Frangia or something like that.

Rustic, somewhat isolated house solidly built. It's excellent for souvenirs (jams, butter,…read morespirits, and of course, cider). Prices aren't the best, but considering everything is made in-house, I'd say you're getting decent value. Houses about 25 people for seating comfortably. I'd suggest trying a flight (4 samples) of cider. Can't go wrong with anything but we went with the sweet cider flight. We ordered the pulled pork, choripan, soup, turkey pesto melt, and farmers salad, along with an immunity (ginger) cocktail. We liked the soup, melt and pulled pork, but would pass on the choripan and farmers salad, esp since all meals came with the same salad anyway. While I don't think you should go here just for the food, it's nice to grab some cider before heading off on a hike and enjoying the natural scenery.

Absolutely three best chicken sandwich I've ever had! Not only were the chunks of chicken cooked to…read moreperfection and the seasoning and sauce tasted like I was sitting in Tel Aviv but the pita bread was out of this world! I always thought pita was pita everywhere. I don't know if they buy this or bake it themselves but it was warm and rich and amazing! Really fantastic. The beet salad was excellent and everything you'd want in a fresh salad. Dressing was sublime and didn't overpower the rest of what was on the plate. Can't wait to go back! Very reasonably priced as well. We don't drink but it looked as though they had a nice selection of wine and beer.

Wow, shockingly good!…read more I tried the Za'atar Chicken Malawach and it was delicious! Portions are quite large- at least for the Chicken Malawach. The wrap was overflowing and it was very filling. Cute fast casual spot in downtown Ithaca. Wait was pretty short for our food. The malawach is buttery flaky slightly crisp perfection. I would eat these plain. I will definitely be returning for the malawach!

I had a good experience here for the most part! I went twice during my trip. I enjoyed the gluten…read morefree toast and bagels and got an egg and cheese one day, and a scallion cream cheese and cucumber the next. The coffee is also delicious and didn't even need a flavor added. The man taking our orders the first day was also incredibly kind and you could tell he just enjoyed his job, or at least was happy to be there. There's also a mini shop here basically. There's fresh bread and prepackaged meals here like Shepards pie and fruits and veggies. There also was plenty of cute merch and I left with two designs. Two things that I didn't like. Ordering was a bit chaotic. There are labeled areas that show where to order what, but if it's your first time in it can feel overwhelming and you might be wandering a bit figuring it out. I wish it could all be ordered at one spot, not like it's a food hall. I understand that this probably does work the best for them though and is most likely pretty easy for ordering if you're a local. Lastly, I had an issue with a woman working the second day. They have a big menu and I was looking at it above her head while ordering. She was fine while I was talking, but stopped me when I went to walk away. She said "You know, you really need to face people while you're talking to them." What! So awkward and weird. That's the main reason I took one star off because it caused me not to go back again. Very rude and felt like a mini lecture for no reason.

We're not local but we've visted before and really enjoyed the stop. Being in the area, frequenting…read morethe State Theatre, and listening to good music we needed morning refreshments and immediately thought "Baked in Ithaca". This visit we got coffee, breakfast sandwiches and various baked goods. The restaurant was busy and hopping with activity on a Sunday morning around 9AM. The parking lot was full but there was street parking around the business. There was also plenty of seating for us to find some room to eat in comfort. You order food at one counter but you pay at the other counter? All food is delivered to the "pay" counter. Service was fast, even with the crowd, the breakfast sandwiches were delicious, the coffee was dark (which we love) and the baked goods didn't last long. We got a cinnamon coffee cake and a loaf of bread that were huge hits. "Baked in Ithaca" - what a slogan!

I never realized how very good Jersey Mikes was! Love the cheesesteak subs! And the staff here was…read morefriendly, funny and very engaging!! We will definitely be back...a lot!!

Fast and delicious Long line but moved fast…read more Fresh and made correctly Easy to get parking

Unique mac and cheese and good gnocchi!…read more I am debating giving the rook 3 or 4 stars... I was not a fan of the salmon mousse... far too salty and I wish it was paired with crisped bread or at least something other than Ritz crackers. I did, however, enjoy the presentation and taste of the macaroni au gratin. The square shape is very unique and I liked the cheese sauce. The lamb w gnocchi was also quite good. Pillowy and soft. The lamb was cooked well. Overall, I would maybe return. I enjoyed the macaroni au gratin as well as the lamb w gnocchi!

Loved the Rook's design choices, filled with anthropomorphic art and light yet refined ambiance…read more It wasn't too crowded when we arrived and we were seated immediately. Staff was pleasant and quick. The menu is dominated by drink options (cocktails and wines), and happy hour is 4-5pm, which is perfect for an aperitif. The fried chicken is by far their speciality, with the macaroni coming in as a distant second. But while both were delicious, I'd say the best value and taste goes surprisingly to the simple summer salad, which was crisp, sweet, tangy, and refreshing. It's only $10 for a hefty portion of food and I'd order that again anytime (and that's coming from a guy who'd never normally order a salad). My only criticisms are that the Rook doesn't have many entree choices (which may be a good thing for indecisive diners), and that it's very slightly pricey. Otherwise, it's an easy recommend for me.