I really enjoyed Bar Argos. My girlfriend and I wandered in right at 4 pm - opening time lol - and…read morewere immediately greeted by a woman who checked our IDs and handed us menus with quiet efficiency. The place was totally empty, which is to expected at that time. Bar Argos is definitely a vibe. Think: antique chic with a touch of eccentric elegance. Ornate chairs, old-school lamps, and fancy mismatched furniture are scattered throughout, making you feel like you've wandered into a vintage movie set where cocktails play a leading role. There are multiple rooms, including one with a long table and huge windows that let the light spill in dramatically. I was lowkey stunned by how pretty it all was. Girlfriend and I shared the Clarified Lassi ($13), which is under the "Delightfully Unusual" section of their cocktail spectrum - right in between "Colloquial" and "What?!" It was fruity, creamy, and weird in a cool, sophisticated way. My Hotelie friend later explained in the car (upon mention of the drink) that clarified cocktails use a process where milk is added to a mixed drink and then curdled on purpose. The curds trap impurities, and when you strain them out, you're left with a crystal-clear drink that still has the creamy mouthfeel. Definitely checks out with the Clarified Lassi that we drank... Overall, the experience felt like stepping into a fancy secret. 10/10 would come back, undoubtedly!!

The atmosphere is cozy and has a homey vibe. The staff is always pleasant. Get classic drinks are…read moregreat. Not a huge fan of there signature drinks.

I joined Cornell CHAARG, an organization (rather scammy one but that's beyond the point) dedicated…read moreto showing college-aged women that fitness can be fun and fulfilling. Anyways... what did I get out of it? An awesome group of people and well... MIX. Updating my review because MIX deserves a proper shoutout and I haven't done it justice. This place is unequivocally my absolute FAVORITE brunch spot. The selection is vast, the portions are hearty, and the staff? They're the kindest, most accommodating folks you'll meet. It's like they've mastered the art of making you feel right at home. And the food? Oh, the food is ABSOLUTELY divine. Every bite is a delicious reminder of why I've converted to the church of brunch. Seriously, I went from a casual brunch-goer to a full-fledged brunch enthusiast, all thanks to CHAARG for leading me to this culinary gem. My brunch game has never been the same.

I've had brunch, lunch, and dinner at MIX, and all with varying levels of enjoyment. My recent…read morebrunch experience included ordering a Where the West Begins omelette, which includes "Braised short rib, butternut squash, red onion jam, spinach, smoked gouda". I wasn't sure how to feel about butternut squash with everything else (I'm not necessarily a huge squash fan - but I'm trying to learn to enjoy it), but the omelette was decent... it's the other side on my plate that looked less than appetizing. The biscuit was still covered in flour (and who wants to bite down on a clump of flour?), the cheddar hashbrown casserole lacked in flavor, and the brown sugar cinnamon oatmeal just... wasn't doin' it for me. Other recent experiences have been similar... there's usually one item on the plate that's flavorful or imventive (sometimes a main dish, sometimes a side), and the other parts of the plate are lacking. In reality, I think MIX is suffering a bit from rising food costs and inconsistency in their service and offerings. They've also changed the style of their menu from the original tapas-style to now being more typical entree options. Again... they've lost some of their innovative, experimental approach. In terms of ambiance, it really depends. I've been here for a work event and, because of the number of people, it was SO LOUD... they had also done a buffet offering for the event. As you can imagine, the food from the buffet was lacking, but that's often what happens when you're more mass producing your food (and it's left in a chafing dish, trying to be kept warm). On the other hand, I've been here for a dinner on a random night and was able to enjoy one of their Thai noodle bowls (and split some other apps with friends). The reality is that experiences at MIX are... well... a mix. Whether service, menu offerings, etc., I've found MIX's recent inconsistencies to be a disappointment. Will probably only visit in the future if it's suggested by others.

One of the only places in the Commons with breakfast service, Monks doesn't coast on how they own…read morethe market. My confit mushroom omelet was just one of plenty of egg dishes on offer. You've got your eggs Benedict, your sausage, your usual American-style proteins. My omelet was just browned - very nice color - and not overcooked, which I was thankful for. That said I could've done with more seasoning. The home fries were pretty crisp; some too much so to eat. Totally worth a try!

Took forever to get food. Ordered seabass. Over 40 minutes with no one in the restaurant except me…read more Also ordered the garlic rolls and it was just reheated and didn't taste fresh

Must visit! Five stars! I visited years ago and somehow never got around to leaving a review, but I…read moreremember having a wonderful experience. The atmosphere was great, the service was friendly, and everything came together for an enjoyable visit. Even after all this time, it's one of those places I look back on positively. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!

Descending a flight of stairs from street level you'll find this very inviting Mexican restaurant…read morethat is under new management and definitely forging a new identity. The atmosphere is relaxed and gives a welcoming vibe. We sat at the bar and the service was fantastic. They have an extensive tequila bar. Their drinks are innovative and flavorful. I was told they have a new chef and the Peruvian ceviche was a fresh take in ceviche. Cucumber, radish and boiled sweet potato were an interesting addition to their mahi mahi ceviche. It was a refreshing and flavorful dish that I would definitely order again

What a quaint spot! So much greenery! I sat in a gorgeous corner by the window. It felt so luxe…read more The lavender mocktail was delicious. I ordered a vegetable flatbread and it was so good and healthy. The staff were upbeat and friendly.

A decent place for a cocktail. I enjoy the fact that they are part coffeeshop part cocktail bar…read more The atmosphere is quite eclectic with all of the plants and dim lighting in the evening. We went for a smaller bite and a drink. The BBQ chicken sliders were pretty good, though nothing particularly special. The dark and stormy was the drink special of the night at $7, so we opted for that. The dark and stormy was also nothing to write home about, but was a good dark and stormy nonetheless. We also got a bottle of the Ithaca Apricot Wheat Ale. There weren't many tap options which I feel is something that could be improved. They do have a couple of unique drinks on the menu that I would like to try (the chai cocktail and the blackberry mojito). Overall, I would be back to try the other drinks and enjoyed my time at The Greenhouse.

One of the better restaurants in Ithaca!…read more I enjoyed the coursing- they did a very good job with timing. Service in general was very good. I also like the flowers on the dishes. I came with a friend and we tried the pear appetizer, mussels, leek and gruyere tart, and the ricotta gnocchi. Honestly, everything was really good. The gnocchi was pillowy and the tart did not have a soggy bottom. For dessert we tried the Pear frangipane which was also good. Quite a strong almond flavor and a little on the sweet side. Overall very good, I would recommend!

Came here with some friends for a celebration. We laughed, we ate, and we took pictures. There were…read morea lot of couples (given that it's a fancy date night restaurant) and it took about an hour to get seats for a group of 5. * House Made Levain ($5) Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. Came with butter and that butter slaps. Nothing revolutionary, but solid. 4/5. * Beef Tartare ($14) Raw beef, but make it fancy. Slightly salty for my taste, but paired beautifully with the bread. Never had beef tartare before, so I have no reference point. This could be the best tartare in existence, or I just have peasant palate. Either way, I'll give it a 4/5. * Kohlrabi & Pear ($8) First time having kohlrabi, and I was not expecting it to be so crisp and apple-adjacent. The pear added some nice sweetness, and the goat cheese + garlic combo made it feel elevated. I respect it, but I wouldn't crave it. 3/5, purely based on my personal taste. * Steak Frites ($36) This is the dish. The aioli sauce for the fries? So good we asked for extra and then extra to-go like some sauce-hoarding gremlins. Steak was cooked medium-rare perfection -- just go with what the restaurant recommends. No notes. 5/5. * Mocha Walnut Torte ($8) Not a huge walnut or sweets person, but this was light and not overly rich. My friend could pinpoint the walnut in it... which is great for them. I mostly tasted "fancy cake." 3/5 for effort and subtlety. * Crème Caramel ($8) I am a fiend for crème brûlée. Had that satisfying sugar shell crack, wasn't too sweet, and left me wishing I had another one waiting at home. 5/5.

I've been back twice already. The carnitas in salsa verde were excellent. Nice accoutrements that…read morecome with entrees. The chili relleno was also great, the best I've gotten in Ithaca. I am hesitant to leave a review because I want to be able to get in when I go, but the secret seems like it's already out, it was packed last time I went.

Decent Mexican food is hard to find in this area (I discovered this quickly after moving from…read moreFlorida 10 years ago), but Fridas helped my faith be redeemed. The chips are delicious, the salsa is not as chunky as pictured but a little darker and smokier than most, and it pays off. Both my husband and I ordered their house margaritas which taste-wise were average, but good for the price. I ordered the pork burrito and my husband ordered a combo plate with Chile relleno. They were both authentic tasting and delicious. The Poblano peppers were fresh and my pork was slow cooked and juicy. The rice seemed buttery and the black beans had little chunks of pepper (Chile) in them and it was delicious. We like some other local places, but love this one!

Good and creative dishes. I had the shrimp roll with fingerling potatoes that came with a delicious…read moregarlic aioli.

Delicious, artfully made food. Attentive service. Phillip, our waiter really knew his stuff.read more

Ok this place is stunning inside. I could've never imagined that a place in collegetown could look…read morelike this. Service was excellent. The food however, was beyond lacking. I ordered a spinach and mushroom crepe that claimed to come with gruyere cheese. The portion was small for $14 and when I tell you it was bland, it was blanddddd. There was absolutely no cheese in it at all and I thought, ok this will be healthy, but it was cooked with plenty of butter. I wanted to like this place, but the menu is too large for anything to be stellar. My friend got the nutella crepe, and again, it was small for the price. But it was good. I guess a nutella crepe is hard to mess up though. My cappuccino milk was between a latte and a cappuccino. It wasn't bad!

I was pretty surprised by the poor reviews for The Embassy. I popped in with some friends for…read morecocktails, and they were actually pretty good. The inside is super pretty, almost fancy, which is weird because we're in Collegetown, not Downtown. You mean to say that this place existed all along here? It's got two floors of style, but be warned - it DOES definitely get crowded in the evening (especially on Mondays when they host a trivia night). I haven't tried their food or brunch yet, so no opinions there. But for drinks and a cool vibe, The Embassy is definitely worth a visit. Just grab your friends and get ready to hunt for a table!

Downstairs is music + other activities venue. My husband and I enjoy stopping by after dinner…read moreduring date nights and catching whoever is playing. Its mostly a beer bar, but they do have some cocktails and if you do not like what they sever downstairs you can walkup to Watershed above and bring drinks down. For the most part we've liked the draft menu but once I wasn't a fan and did go upstairs for a drink. Bartenders have always been friendly and only once was it super packed.

Great spot; cool vibe. Enjoyed the drinks and live music. The location on the commons by the State…read moreTheater is convenient and a close walk to shops, ice cream, etc.