I joined Cornell CHAARG, an organization (rather scammy one but that's beyond the point) dedicated to 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. read more

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I've had brunch, lunch, and dinner at MIX, and all with varying levels of enjoyment. My recent brunch 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. read more

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we made a resy for 5 for a wednesday night dinner, not crowded at all and our server was the most darling lady. she checked on us many times and would call us "love" after she would take our orders or give us more water. it was very nice and homey. we came here initially because in the past it's been a tapas place and we were looking forward to sharing small plates. unfortunately they changed their menu so they mostly do individual entrees now with a plethora of options from spaghetti to steak to burgers to thai noodles (lots of options) thai mussel bowl - 3/5 mussels a little ocean-y fishy tasting and the thai sauce a little liquidy brazilian cheesy bread gluten free 4/5 - yum appetizers delicious crunchy with cheese inside. the red dipping sauce was just tomato sauce a little strange but not bad osco bucco 3/5 - a little salty but a solid pork shoulder. the gnocci was also fried which was interesting italian sub with house salad 4/5 - good solid sub, i could only finish half and ate my entire side salad which had nice breaded croutons (not the dense thick ones) red clam linguine 4/5 - not bad, only about 4 clams but some more inside the pasta penne alla vodka 3.5/5 - a solid pasta nothing special read more

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My friends and I came in for brunch and everything was delicious! Our waitress was very nice and friendly. She was knowledgeable about the menu and answered all of our questions. I started with the Raspberry Pear Mimosa and it was so fun because it had a raspberry sorbet float that melted so smoothly, I also got the Braised Short Rib Benedict and it was so tasty. You get the option to order a single or double and it also comes with a fruit cup and cheddar hash brown casserole. My friend is vegetarian and ordered the Veggie Crab Cake Benedict and she said it tasted great and was full of flavor. I also got an Espresso Martini and it was so good I could've had a few. They had music playing that was like a classical take on today's hits and it really set the mood for a fun brunch experience. This is definitely a hidden gem in Ithaca. Service is great, plenty of parking, and the food is amazing! read more

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First time sitting in the bar area. Love the vibe but the tables seem a bit close/small so we opted for the bench. Folks beside us ordered the wedge salad and it was impressive enough that one of us opted for the same thing. I chose mussels in the "French style" - white wine, tomatoes, lemon, capers, butter - instead of Thai or Italian. Fresh hot (drop 'em, they're that hot) cheesy popovers to start. Mussels were well cleaned (no grit, no beards, no broken shells) but am not a fan of crostini (toooooo crunchy) so left a ton of yummy dipping liquid behind. Dessert tray looked impressive but we said no. read more

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The good: outside seating that is dog friendly. The brought over a dog bowl which was nice. It's a quaint place with a cute water fountain. Ordered a sloppy burger and a short rib brisket sandwich. I liked by short rib sandwich overall, I thought it could have been more generous on the meat given the price. The not so good: The burger though was disappointing, it lacked any resemblance of a sloppy Joe and the quality of beef and texture of the patty left alot to be desired, since it was not juicy at all and my husband was disappointed in his choice. Service is a little slow. read more

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Overall, the food was really good! Very flavorful and an interesting mix of different cuisines! We ordered the pork bao buns, the mac & cheese, and the truffle fries. To start, they brought out popovers with a tomato based dipping sauce. These were warm, soft, and quite chewy (in a good way... maybe even the highlight of the meal)! The bao buns were fine. Make sure to ask them to remove the cashews if you have a nut allergy! They were a tad too oily, but the addition of pickled onion helped cut the grease. I really enjoyed the mac and cheese! Definitely not your traditional mac...it is rather sweet due to the cornbread and has an added complexity from the onion topping. The beef brisket was tender, but the pork that was in our mac & cheese was largely inedible as it was just cartilage. Still, I would order this dish again though! The fries were boring, and I wish there was a stronger truffle flavor. I came on Valentine's Day with a friend, and service was surprisingly very fast! Highlight: Popovers and Mac & Cheese Lowlight: Fries Overall, I would recommend giving Mix a try! read more

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The menu options were great! I wasn't sure how well they would pull it off, serving Asian fusion and Italian food on the same menu. Our waiter Max explained the menu and was very thoughtful, he took the time to tell us about the owners along with the local area! I had the clam with red sauce, my daughter had the French mussel bowl. Thai bowl with lemon grass and tofu. Each one of us really enjoyed our dish! There were so many other things we would like to try next time. Also the bread served with the marinara sauce was amazing. read more

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I have been coming to MIX for dinner a few times a year since it was open, the change from Tappas basically created an all new menu. The menu looked broad enough to please anyone. I'm not an Asian Fusion guy so I've only had the Italian side. The Osso Bucco with Gnocchi is as good as I make at home, and a peer to most restaurants I've had it in. Excellent and a large portion. The Bolognese was also very good. The staff is personable & friendly, always a decent crowd, place is clean. The back area fancy enough for a nice date and the bar dining area for a casual night, virtually unchanged since it was Lucatelli's but not dated. Add this restaurant to your local rotation, or to the Mix... Could not resist. read more

Party of 8. Server Olivia fun and helpful on choices. Old Fashions looked extra special, reports backed that assessment, shoulda got 2 or 1. French Mussels broth perfectly paired with truffle fries. Reports back on the Green Ramen, Ribeye and Bolognese dishes were very good. I think I out ordered them though. read more

Charming atmosphere, tasty food with some different offerings than other restaurants but also some regular items for those who aren't adventurous. We've gotten good service on our visits here. Definitely worth checking out! read more

Had a great breakfast here on their patio. It was great because we had our dog with us on a little weekend vacation and she was able to sit on the porch with nobody else on it. I went inside to check it out and it's really nice inside. I got a really great breakfast that included fresh fruit. We each got a nice cocktail as well. Great service. read more

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The chefs here are wizards. The main reason I love MIX is because it's fearless in its endeavors to discover unique flavour pairings in food & drink. Even when I'm not in love with a dish, I can acknowledge it's because of my own preferences and not because the flavours in the dish weren't in harmony with one another. Also the interior design skills here are A1. I could NOT stop gawking at the interior and exterior of this restaurant. Especially at all the glasswork. Our waitress was also very considerate throughout our meal! I recommend the duck quesadillas and noodle bowls. read more

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Mix is our favorite date night spot... the service and food is consistently the best in Ithaca (especially when you factor in parking). My favorite place to get a perfectly cooked Delmonico steak (the gorgonzola butter is yummy) and the new pasta dishes are amazing. Love the fun new apps (the French onion soup dumplings, Thai wings and devils on horseback). The cocktails are inventive and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. And the brunch in the weekend is also delightful! read more

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Just wow! I was taken here for my birthday celebration and it was amazing. I love the atmosphere, inside and out. The menu wasn't too overwhelming with plenty of different options. Everyone got a plate...or two and I sampled EVERYTHING. Everything was delicious!! Mussels, calamari, truffle pomme frites, Mexican street corn, vegan crab cakes, Thai street tacos and wild mushroom ravioli. We had a spread and nothing went to waste. We had reservations and were promptly seated. Our waiter was very nice and attentive. Highly recommend! read more

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Whoaaaaa! Hands down the best restaurant within 30 miles of Cornell!!! Where to start? Oy vey, I'm schvitzing ova here just reminiscing. The cheesy bread things that come out first are insane!! And before pass judgment on the marinara sauce drizzled with balsamic that comes for dipping, take a bite. BOOM!!! Faceful of flavor right there. We dabbled in small plates on this culinary tour of Ithica. Meatball and Arancini was very good, although not much rice going on, closer to a cheese ball. You win either way!! French onion soup dumplings are exactly what you think!! Very good. Would have liked a nice red wine/onion reduction cream sauce to dip in, but was not disappointed! Great atmosphere, friendly and attentive staff made for a great experience. Enjoy your faceful of happiness!!! read more

Wonderful. This restaurant never disappoints. I had the Thai Noodle bowl. Flavors broke my mouth they were so good! Wild mushroom ravioli was delicious. Olivia our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and fun. We are local and will be back! read more

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Fabulous food here. The interior is so cute as well. Fast service and a great place for a birthday dinner or get together. It's cozy also!

This restaurant can't figure out its theme - modern American? Asian fusion? Mexican? It's all over the place and nothing stood out. The Asian bao appetizer was pretty good but the bun seemed fried? The cauliflower entree was also fried with a curry base... it was alright The steak was not good at all - I ordered medium rare and it was tough and dry. Expensive too. The drinks are very basic. Everything here is finished with a mayonnaise or balsamic sauce- ick to both. read more

We just love bartender Tristan! It's not too many places that we eat at in Ithaca where our bartender remembers us and provides out of this world service and amazing conversation. We go back again and again because we love the customer service and the delicious meals. Tonight we started with custom cocktails and their yummy biscuit/popovers with a flavorful tomato sauce topped with balsamic glaze. Then fresh from the kitchen the servers provided our fabulous meals. Mal and Tom got the garlic steak skewers and I had for the 3rd or 4th time the vegan noodle bowl with extra veggies topped with tofu. I can't possibly recommend this establishment enough. If you've not been don't wait any longer. If it's just you or a party of 3-4 I recommend visiting with Tristan at the bar. You won't be disappointed. Thank you, Tristan for your amazing style, sense of humor, bartender craft cocktail skills and for making us feel like we are your only customer. You make it extra special. Cheers! read more

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The food at this restaurant was fantastic! I was especially impressed with the beef stroganoff, which was rich and flavorful. The drinks were also great--I highly recommend the lemon drop martinis. A perfect spot for a great meal. I liked it so much that I went back the next day and had the French onion dumplings. What a creative and tasty idea! They had all the comforting flavors of French onion soup packed into a perfect little dumpling. Service was attentive, and the atmosphere was lovely. read more

We enjoyed a delicious meal at Mix recently. Olivia the bartender was very personable and welcomed us to Mix. She was attentive to my requests for gluten free food options. She provided us with delicious gluten free muffins with marinara dipping sauce which were delicious. I opted for the Bolognese sauce with gluten free penne. My husband had the Pork Belly Bao Buns. All the food was delicious; there are so many options. The ambiance was pleasant. We had visited to building when it was The Char Pit then Lucatellis so are familiar with the transition of the building over the years. The furnishings are fresh and updated. The outside seating space seems nice although it was raining the evening we visited so we didn't enjoy that space. When we're back in Ithaca we will definitely return to Mix. read more

I really wanted to enjoy my visit here -- the ambience is still great and the space has a warm, welcoming vibe. Unfortunately, the flavor and quality of the food have gone downhill since my last visit. Dishes lacked the depth and freshness I had come to expect. What really surprised me was the $6 charge for a small glass of orange juice -- which is clearly just Wegmans-brand juice. For the price and setting, I expect fresh-squeezed or at least something a little more intentional. It felt disappointing and out of step with the overall vibe the restaurant is going for. I hope the kitchen can bounce back, because the setting has so much potential -- but at the moment, I can't justify the value for the price. read more

I met a friend here for brunch around 10:30 am on Sunday and it was busy! They do have their own parking lot but it seems like it could fill up quickly on the weekend and they don't take reservations for brunch. Thankfully, we were seated pretty quickly for a table for 2. For drinks, I started with the strawberry basil mimosa which was really sweet but looked aesthetically pleasing. Next time, I would just get Prosecco. For entrees, I ordered the short rib omelette that came with a lot of sides! I asked for a biscuit but received a buttered bagel instead. I found the side of oatmeal was an odd side choice. The cheesy hashbrowns were good. My omelette was decent and I'd only recommend if you don't mind the more fatty pieces of short rib mixed with your eggs. My friend and I also split the MIX French toast that I later ate at home. It was a thick piece of sourdough bread that definitely needed more syrup. Overall, you get a ton of food for your money. I would be willing to come back and see if ordering something different might change my mind but I haven't seen too many brunch spots here in Ithaca so beggars can't be choosers. read more

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3.5 stars. I've been here 2 or 3 times, so I've been able to try a few things. The complimentary Brazilian cheese bread is always a highlight. Their entrees are pretty good and their menu is great for a variety of dietary preferences (my mom is gf and df). read more

Wait staff were nice, not super attentive but they were busy and probably in alignment with the casual pace of dining. I ordered eggs over medium and got fully cooked eggs with crispy edges. Toast? Nope, only bagels and English muffins. Even with the eggs removed from the bill, the meal was still a bit pricey. Ymmv, and one visit is not conclusive, but if you're ordering eggs be cautious. read more

Great service if a little earnest. Food was thoughtful, and made by someone that likes food, and is thoughtful. No leaning heavily on salt and sugar here. Really enjoyed our dinner in a laid back quiet atmosphere. What a hidden gem! read more

Very good food nice service super clean fast staff was really nice definitely go if go again in a heart beat

Many Ithaca locals recommended MIX to my friends so we decided to try it out. MIX did not disappoint at ALL! Aesthetic? 12/10. I loved every inch of the restaurant and they have a super cute outside patio! Such a cute place! Service? 12/10. Our server and the bartender were so kind and friendly and were great on recommendations for the menu (they recommended the whole menu lol). After eating, the chef came out to chat with us which was so AMAZING and made the experience so much more enjoyable. Food? 12/10. The Garlic Skewers are a MUST GET! The potion was just enough for me and the cheese bread with hot oil? I need that to go! I was told to come back as they are known for brunch so I will be back! Thank you MIX! read more

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My wife and I visited on a moderately busy Friday night. We had reservations but do not believe we needed them. There is nice contemporary vibe about MIX. Besides the main dining area, there is plenty of outdoor seating in the front and rear. My wife and began with the blue corn calamari. WOW! great start. Very tasty. Served hot and fresh and nice size portion. After we ordered, we were provided a complimentary basket of homemade cheese bread that was gluten free. A nice surprise and it was served warm. My wife ordered the Thai Street tacos which came with bacon kimchi fried rice and I ordered the 14 oz. New York strip steak which came with a cheddar cheese hash brown casserole and asparagus. My wife loved her tacos. Three hard shell tacos filled to the brim with tasty chicken, slaw, guacamole. My wife thought her fried rice was some of the best she ever had. It was different and creative. The fried rice was a large mound in the center of the plate. My steak was cooked to perfection. The cheddar cheese hash brown casserole was disappointing but I give them credit. I would have settled for another form of potatoes. The service was very good and friendly and the prices were very reasonable. There is plenty of parking in their private lot. read more

Arrived right when they opened at 4:30. Server thoroughly explained the menu and drink options. I had the Bistro Onion burger- it was filling. We also had the Thai bowl, though it was WAY spicier than the server said. We also had the Mac and cheese that seemed a little overcooked and dry. For dinner the prices are rather hig read more

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I am not sure what this restaurant is trying to be, it's an odd pairing of food, motif, music, and overall experience. The moment we entered we felt to be searching for the vibe, could not find it. Food was ok, we had Chicken, and Pork Osso. It was a lot! The cheese roles are an oddity and seem ill mixed with ingredients, again a melding of things. Simply put, we did not like the overall experience. read more

We had a very good brunch at Mix last weekend. We were seated as soon as we arrived, and our waiter was friendly and attentive. I was impressed by how extensive the menu was. The mimosa I wanted to try was not available, so I ordered the strawberry basil one instead which was delicious (but I didn't notice any basil). I had the Mix's Mistake french toast which was good, although I was expecting it to be more like stuffed French toast. Overall, we had a nice time and enjoyed our food and I'd like to return to try some of the other menu items. read more

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Love it. Amazing breakfast is the most underrated meal of the day. This place does it right, even compared to the other restaurants in a restaurant town! read more

Super fun restaurant in Ithaca NY. Worth reservations for mother's day. Food was excellent. we read more

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My family includes both a vegan and a gluten-free eater. While it can be sometimes challenging to find a restaurant where we all leave satisfied, we stumbled upon MIX and left happy. MIX had a variety of menu choices for our picky group and the service was great. The ambiance/decor was a little weird but the service was excellent. read more

The back patio was delightful ambiance and the service was really good. However, I should have stuck with my first intuition and ordered a noodle bowl. I went for the wedge salad and the French onion wontons. The salad wedge had brown spots on it and way too much other stuff on it. You need to edit and definitely take off the balsamic. The wontons were nice and hot, but way too doughy. read more

Came here on a Saturday night with a big group! We ordered everything. Some of my favorites for the bao buns (great crunchy texture on the buns) and the short ribs! Fantastic and Attentive service! read more

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The food was pretty good, not great. Duck is a tough meat to prepare, and it was properly done. I was impressed with that! My husband said his steak was good. I have a coconut allergy and I am not a fan of spicy food so the menu was quite limited for me. The waitress was kind and nice. However: They told us we would get bread, but it never came out. When we got our food we had to remind the waitress of the bread. The mixed drinks were way too strong. The bathroom is FREEZING. read more

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Great service and food. This is a typical American restaurant offering pancakes among other dishes