this is the best korean restaurant in ithaca. really authentic jja jang myun and jjambbong.read more

Good Jajjangmyeon in Ithaca!…read more My parents recommended this spot to me- and they are very particular about their Asian food. They absolutely hated Kimchi. I finally got around to trying Asia Cuisine though must admit I was a bit hesitant given their extensive menu (I feel like if a restaurant offers too many types of cuisines the quality takes a hit). However, I was pleasantly surprised! I had been craving jajjangmyeon (I had it once at Koko's but it was not good) and ordered Asia Cuisine's C3 green tea noodle w jajang sauce. The noodles were delicious! Al dente and the slightest hint of green tea flavor! The jajang sauce was a tad oily and not super traditional, though I still enjoyed it- especially the addition of onions! Service was okay. Nothing exceptional. While I haven't tried any of their other menu items, I would recommend their green tea noodle jajjangmyeon!

The food and service were excellent. I would recommend this Chinese restaurant and take out to…read moreanyone

I order food to go from this restaurant at least once a week. One of the few places in Ithaca that…read moreoffers a no-meat Hot and Sour soup with tofu (bean curd). I love the traditionally nuanced flavor of Baby Bok Choy stir fry with rice. Since I am a vegetarian, I also enjoy Veg Mein Fun noodles and Tofu with garlic sauce.

Came back again for a quick meal, and was very pleasantly surprised. I got their Spicy cumin hand…read morepulled noodles, and greatly preferred this one over the soup version. The noodles were perfectly thick and chewy, and grasped onto the strong cumin flavored sauces super well. The lamb was nicely cooked as well. Their Braised pork hand pulled noodles was not what I was expecting, as it came out more like minced pork sauce than chunks of braised pork belly. But overall, fast service, good price for quantity, and would come back again.

Really great hand pulled noodles!…read more I have come a handful of times and most times the noodles are really good! One of these visits, though, my noodles were a tad mushy and overcooked. However, usually they are very consistent! Warning that the spicy option is quite spicy (as someone with a fairly high spice tolerance). I have also tried Roujiamo but the bread was rather dry. I skip these and order the noodles instead. They moved locations to a larger one across the street which is nice. Overall, I would recommend!

Solid hot pot + amazing Sichuanese. De Tasty is a staple for Cornellians and Ithaca folks alike…read more The hot pot is comforting and consistent. The broth could be more flavorful. Garnishes (veggies, noodles, mushrooms) are a bit sparse but adequate for a small solo pot. They have a small sauce bar on the side for $2 as well. Sichuanese here is always a hit and very authentic. Highly recommend the Mapo Tofu or Spicy Fish Stew. The family-style portions are perfect for sharing. Would recommend the entrees here over the hot pot. Prices are reasonable given the portion sizes and quality. HEADS UP: There is a 15% service charge automatically included in the check. Perfect place for large family/friend outings and cold snowy days. Will definitely be coming back

Wow I was really impressed by this place! All the dishes we ordered were delicious. I especially…read morelove the lamb dish and the pork belly dish was also good. The string beans were also really flavorful. We went during a weekday for an early dinner in the summer so there wasn't a lot of people and the service was prompt and the food came out fast. The restaurant itself is at the bottom of some stairs so you might miss it if you're not looking for it. The inside has lots of seating and it feels like your typical Chinese restaurant with a somewhat of a dark interior.

What a sweet family owned place, super authentic Chinese eatery, I love how the lady (probably the…read moreowner) only spoke Chinese, to me that means it's a legit place. She gave us a donut and warm soy milk, there's also free peanuts, candy and fruit. The hospitality is outstanding and it's 1000000 stars for that alone. We got chicken and chive fried dumplings, soup dumplings and what we thought was Jajangmyeon but it wasn't and it was just a 'pork and sauce noodle' dish, it didn't have any black bean sauce. I also forgot to ask for sauces and ginger so idk if they even had that but it needed it. Parking is a mess and it's more of a walking town, there's tables and it's a lot like a food court inside.

I went on a Monday around 4:30 and they were definitely open, so either it was a fluke or hours…read morelisted are incorrect. (Not much open on Mon. on the Commons, so I was glad!) A whole family sat around a work table, rolling, filling and shaping dumplings. I'm a vegetarian, so I can't speak to the majority of the dishes, which contain meat, but my veggie steamed dumplings are delicious with some spicy oil. Not flimsy and weird-tasting, like when you order "gyoza" from most restaurants. Next time, I'll try the buns and perhaps one of the pancakes. As I waited, I saw it was a destination for students in town, a good sign. The menu is quite extensive for such a simple and small space.

Decent Chinese spot at Cornell, great service! I didn't have super high expectations, but the food…read morewas pretty good and our server was really friendly. Recs/what we ordered: - chicken with snow peas: 4/5; decent but not super authentic - sautéed green beans: 4.5/5; pretty authentic - veggie & tofu dry hot pot: 3.5/5 This spot gets really popular during the school year with students, so it's a solid option in the area. Happy with our experience and would recommend if you're looking for a homey meal!

- Mapo tofu (8/10)- bit on the oilier side but the pepper was pretty strong I loved it!!! Tastes…read moredelish with cucumber on the side to balance the oiliness:) - general tsao(8.7/10)- a classic good Chinese chicken dish- peppers. Not too saucy or too starchy, comes with four broccoli pieces - scallion beef roll (7/10) the crispiness is what made up for this one- wish there was a more meat, but usually the scallion beef roll is always a good choice:)

The food is very hit and miss there, and if you go during a time that is not busy especially after…read morelunch and before dinner but even at dinner on a slow night, the dishes aren't fresh at all, and by not fresh I mean some of the dishes have a skin on them that they shouldn't have If you go there when it's busy the food is definitely better but by better I mean fresher but still a bit hit or miss. The service is another issue, the main issue I have is they givve you the check in just under or just over 30 minutes That means if you want to add a beverage you have to get them to take back your check and add the drink to it, It's really a suggestion to finish up and leave. I've talked to them about it, and it still happens. The other issue with service is mainly only one time out of the six times I've been there have they cleared away my dishes after I've finished them. And the odd thing is both with them giving you the check after a half hour and not clearing away the dishes, one of the staff who is an older woman and doesn't speak a lot of English will come up to you if you don't leave a tip or don't leave enough of one and ask you/ tell you that she wants a better tip. Now I always do tip, If I'm not using cash then the tip goes on the card at checkout and if I am using cassh I do put it on the table and I tip the casheiers too. I'll be honest with you. if there were any place that i'd be tempted not to tip it would be when being served by that one older woman who tries getting you out in a half hour and speaks just fine when she feels that she's not eating tipped enough I've been there about 6 times now, the food when it's good is good, but not spectacular but you also have to keep in mind that its all you can eat for under $20 and on that basis alone it's worth going if you ignore the suggestion to leave when they present you with eh check just 30 mi9nutes after getting there

Very poor atmosphere Very poor food quality…read more Very poor food selection Very poor cleanliness

While driving around we wanted to get something to eat. We stumbled upon Ling Ling Kitchen. I…read moreordered the vegetarian chow fun. The food reminds me of the New York City Chinese restaurants (the food tastes fabulous). The vegetarian chow fun came with soy sauce, mung beans, baby corns, snow peas, sliced white mushrooms, and sliced carrots. Joseph ordered Garlic Chicken. He says it tastes fine. The services rates an A+. We did not have to wait for long to get our food. A small eatery, Ling Ling offers 3 table for customers to eat in. We will definitely return to Ling Ling soon.

Have you ever watched a movie and they said if they have this Chinese food menu you know this place…read moreis solid. It's true.. it's like I don't know if it's like some kind of network, but I feel like the type of ingredients and stuff that people Chinese food places that have this particular identical menu are the same. It's like I trust it. Anyway, I mean.its not fine dining but everything I've had was good and decent. Mooshu chicken, wonton soup, pan fried dumpling ms and some general Taos are my go tos. Reasonable lunch and dinner special. Honestly enough for two meals if you're a thrifty college student. Never had to wait too long. The ambiance in this place is that of a bodega or White Castle in NYC at 2 AM. (They're not open that late though). I'm here for it. Don't judge me.

Been going to Jade Garden for years, the food is fresh, consistent and reasonable. You really cant…read morego wrong. It's also very quick.

Simple hole in the wall spot. Seems to be run by a husband and wife. Let's start by saying in…read moreIthaca's food desert of actually decent food, Jade Garden is that hidden oasis. Good prices, amazing portion slices and delicious food. I love spice and they were super helpful in adjusting the heat level of my meal to the point that it just slapped. Best Chinese food in a 5 square mile radius - EASY.

The food was always delicious but the last time I ordered the beef and broccoli the sauce was dark…read moreand very salty! I was disappointed with it and now I have second thoughts of ordering it again! New recipe or new cook?? I still love the shrimp spring rolls and wonton soup!

Good food and insane portion size/variety included in the $8.96 lunch special. Restaurant ambiance…read morelacking a bit but cant complain for the price. Service was good. Might have had msg or lots of sugar cuz we crashed after, but the flavors were worth it.