I've become a regular here for lunch, and it's easily one of my favorite spots on campus. The food…read moreis consistently great, but what really keeps me coming back is the incredible staff. A huge shout-out to Lowell, Kristin, Belle, and Schalyne! They're always so friendly and welcoming, and they go out of their way to make every visit enjoyable. They remember my order, never forget my extra pickles, and always make sure I get plenty of their amazing house-made BBQ sauce (seriously, please keep it forever!). I'm especially grateful this was added as a lunch option on campus during the summer when so many other places are closed. It's made finding a reliable, delicious lunch so much easier. Great food, wonderful people, and outstanding service. I highly recommend stopping by for their lunch menu before the summer ends !!

We stayed at the Statler Hotel for work and enjoyed dinner here both nights. Not pictured are all…read morethe appetizers we devoured (crab dip, chicken bites, sweet potato fries, and the fried polenta). I personally wasn't a fan of the fried polenta, but also did not try it with the sauce. The first night I tried their lavender lemonade (non alcoholic), which I thought was good, but fell in with the Lemon Tree cocktail the second night. Both nights I ordered the "burger of the month" which was a pesto burger. I added bacon and asked for a Caesar salad instead of fries. We ordered two of the chicken bites so the group could try both sauces, but since I'm not a fan of spicy, I only tried the honey truffle one and loved it. Our servers were very nice and patient (we were a group of about 10), and if I'm ever back in town, I'll be sure to try some of the other entrees!

Food was pretty decent, service was fast. The burger tasted…read moregood but became soggy really fast. The

Walked by this place and heard live music, so went in. Cocktails were strong, did not try any food,…read moreso can't give a valid review. Bartenders were attentive, good service. Bar area was too loud to talk - so really depends on what type of atmosphere you are looking for - would not write them off. Interesting place.

Nice atmosphere. Best to order the simplest foods on the menu as this is really more of a cafe. The…read moremenu is a bit too ambitious for the restaurant.

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.

We had a most excellent drink experience here. First time staying the night in Ithaca. Went into…read morethis bar solely for its name but was pleasantly surprised by the quality of craft cocktails. The bartender was excellent and friendly. Atmosphere was quiet and respectful

This is a sad review for me to write because my husband, friend, and I regularly started our…read moreevenings out downtown by getting a cocktail here. We loved the atmosphere and menu. We have found some of the bartenders to be stand-offish and would only call one of them really friendly, but that just rolled off our shoulders - all three of us are industry veterans. I have never in my entire career as a server and bartender (and customer) observed an interaction like the one we had Friday night. The bartender was so incredibly rude to my friend that we will never return.

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!

Level B is one of those places that feels like a fever dream -- in the best and worst ways. You go…read moredown into the basement, and suddenly, you're in a dimly lit, curtain-filled labyrinth of crowded dance floors, questionable life choices, and unexpectedly deep conversations in the bathroom line. The Good :) * Coat Check: A lifesaver in the winter. You walk in, shed your layers, and pretend you won't forget to pick it up later. * Photo Booth: If you don't take a chaotic, slightly blurry photo strip with your friends, did you even go? * Seating Area Behind Curtains: If you need a moment to recover from the dance floor (or escape an awkward interaction), this little tucked-away lounge is a solid spot. * Music: Hit or miss. Some nights you'll get bangers, other nights you'll be questioning the DJ's entire playlist. The Bad :( * No Apple Pay. A tragedy, honestly. I lose things easily, so forcing me to keep track of a physical card in a dark, crowded club is a recipe for disaster. It's 2025 -- let me tap my phone and move on with my night. * Bathroom Situation: Three stalls for an entire club's worth of people. Enough said. You will wait, and you will make bathroom-line friends out of necessity. Final Thoughts Level B is grimy, chaotic, and slightly unhinged -- which, in a way, is its charm. You don't go here expecting luxury; you go expecting a wild night and maybe a story to tell later. Still better than Hideaway though! 3/5.

Level B has some lovely interior design. Plush seating, lights that make your clothes look neon, a…read morewell-stocked bar, etc. People love to come on Wednesdays because it's fishbowl night, but the fishbowls are way too diluted. Management can also be a bit unfriendly and it's Russian roulette regarding if you're gonna get the brunt of it. Personally I like this place more than Moonies, but I feel like there's so much more that can be done with such a pretty basement venue.

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.

We shared a bottle of wine recommended by the server. We also shared a small charcuterie board. It…read morewas fine. The bar itself is stunning. Very impressive. It's busy for a Sunday night. I think it's all faithful regulars. Not surprising. We had a great time.

Five stars for being a place with sober cocktails. My husband doesn't drink and it was so lovely to…read morego somewhere to get drinks together! I got a Pale Stranger and he tried the Cherry Hibiscus Sparkler - both were quite good! Liked the atmosphere in here. Nice relaxing place to have a drink but wasn't crowded or loud. I agree with another review about the "covid theater" but if it takes that to make some feel safe, what's the harm? I was mostly confused by the sign outside requiring masks but then the hostess didn't have one on... Free condoms (including female condoms) and tampons in the bathroom were a nice touch.