Loved this spot!! Good for small groups or getting brunch to go. I got a NY Maple Iced Latte in a…read moreLarge and it was delicious!!! It was the perfect amount of sweet. I also ordered a bacon egg and cheese on an everything bagel, which was a lot better than I was expecting. My friend got the avocado toast. Service was quick too. Hope to be back!

Hound and Mare is a cute little breakfast spot that serves breakfast sandwiches, salads, pastries,…read moreand coffee. They have a couple of breakfast sandwich options, but the Melrose stood out to me right away. It has bacon, over easy egg, a slice of crispy cheddar, garlic aioli, and caramelized onions on a toasted sesame bagel. Usually, I'm not a over easy or sunny side up person because I don't like egg yolk, but this whole sandwich with everything made it work for me. It was so tasty and satisfying. I've never had a crispy slice of cheese like this. I enjoyed the sandwich so much that I got it again the next day. I made the mistake of squeezing the sandwich and the egg yolk squirted on my sleeves. It seems like a popular spot. There was a line of people both days I went. The sandwich took about 5 minute wait.

This is hands down the best brunch place I have ever been to. Things to know: you NEED to call to…read moremake a reservation (seating is very limited inside). The owner is so kind. I accidentally missed my reservation because it was the day before and I hadn't realized but he still accommodated and we were able to be seated still in the barstool area. The food is amazing. I always order Eggs "Edinburgh." Best poached eggs I have ever eaten. I used to think poached eggs were mid and then this place opened my third eye. I don't even liked smoked salmon but they do something special here it is so good. I can't remember the dessert's name and its not on the menu but they have this orange/poppyseed/coconut cake that is the best cake I have ever had in my entire life. I feel like I'm glazing so hard it doesn't even sound genuine, but my truth is every single other brunch place is mid compared to here. It is a very cutely decorated place and the servers are so kind. I would go back to Ithaca just for Allechant's Eggs Edinburgh and cake. I think of their food often. I chase that high that those eggs gave me, but nothing ever compares unfortunately, and I am just left disappointed. One day I will be back for you, Allechant.

Great spot for dinner in Ithaca! I love the house-made desserts!…read more I tried the mussels for appetizer which were very good. Not too heavy or salty. For mains I tried the vodka gnocchi and the cod stew. Both were excellent! I think if I were to return I would get the cod stew though- it is much more unique. Only complaint about the gnocchi is I wish there was more cheese on top. Desserts were divine! I love how they display them all on the table by the fireplace! We tried the pumpkin cake and the poppyseed coconut almond cake. I truly don't think I could pick a favorite. I wish the whipped cream was also homemade though. I came for dinner on a weekend night (with reservations). Service was solid. Overall, I would return! I will definitely be coming back to try their brunch!

Cute shop, friendly barista who was great to offer suggestions. The latte was good and it's always…read morea good sign when you have a line at all times.

The barista was very friendly. I do think the coffee took a long time to come out, which wasn't…read moreideal. My cortado was rich and tasty and my friend loved her Latte. The space itself is kind of cramped, but the local goods and overall decoration is great. I would definitely go back.

So delicious with excellent service!! Kimbap, bulgogi, and fruitade are all amazing, highly…read morerecommend

Nestled between two popular Collegetown spots, Le Cafe is a charming new Korean cafe with a cozy…read morevibe. The first noticeable thing when you enter is undoubtably the welcoming ambiance, accentuated by the flowers and fairy lights. This place feels like it belongs in Commons rather than Collegetown. Ctown doesn't really have a lot of cafes beyond Cornell campus so I was initially excited for a nice change of scenery. However, I must say that I'm slightly disappointed. The staff were extremely friendly during the times I visited. They offer a variety of reasonably priced drinks such as their homemade fruit juice. I've tried their grape juice and it was VERY sweet -- consider yourself warned! Their kimbap is okay, but I probably wouldn't get it again. Their snack and drinks corner is absolutely adorable and makes it easy for those that want grab-and-go snack or beverage. It's super charming and makes Asian snacks accessible, saving you a trip to the Asian supermarket. As a group study spot, I probably wouldn't recommend it! The area could feel a bit tight. I came with a friend for a study session and the tables weren't big enough to hold both of our laptops. There's also seats near the windows and and blue sofas to sit but for both, you would have to work at an awkward angle. Overall, it's a good place to hang out casually with friends or to do a coffee chat.

Best soup and awesome Mac & Cheese. They even have a website of all their recipes, no gatekeeping!…read moreCasual spot for grabbing food. Service is quick, even when it's crowded.

Probably the best place to eat on campus. My day is always better with my daily Zeus latte and…read moresesame bagel with cream cheese toasted. My favorite soups are the mushroom barley and the split pea soup. I love the Ithaca bakery roll that comes with the soups. I had the mac and cheese once and it was okay, not great. The sandwiches used to be much better when they offered sprouts on the turkey sandwich, but they don't do this anymore.

When I think of Café Jennie, the first thing that comes to mind is their desserts and baked goods…read more They offer a delightful variety of sweet snacks, including brownies (with a variety of combinations) and macarons--a rare find on campus. I've tried their sandwiches before, and while they're decent, they can be a bit on the dry side. The salads, however, are fantastic! Personally, I prefer the sandwiches at Goldie's. Café Jennie is located on the second floor of the Cornell Store, in a beautifully well-lit area with plenty of natural light. Finding seating can be a challenge since it fills up quickly, and it's easy to see why. Sitting here makes me a thousand times more productive for some reason. It's definitely one of the prettier cafes on campus, though I still think Goldie's ambiance is superior. I give Café Jennie 4 stars for their impressive variety. If you have a sweet tooth, you'll find plenty to satisfy your cravings!

The matcha latte wasn't sweet enough but their Asian sesame chicken sandwich was really good and…read morethe food was ready very quickly. Overall, good place to study and had a variety of selections for quick bites.

Creative food, mostly locally sourced, and the kindest staff. Visit for that but also for the vibes…read moreinside an Ithaca institution, the Dewitt Mall. A slice of the real Ithaca!

Had a wonderful brunch. Be sure to get there early. Line swarm fast. Service was very attentive…read more Seating is in an open area in the DeWitt mall. Also a great place to do some shopping, as well. Great ice cream store in the mall also

The soups here are amazing. I've tried the tomato florentine, New England clam chowder, chicken…read morenoodle, turkey chili, and chicken gumbo. All of them are fantastic. They also have tomato bisque and minestrone. They alternate 2 soups a day. Big Red Barn also lets you build your own sandwiches with all the usual ingredients. The premade ones don't seem that good to me. I tried the turkey brioche, which seems like a popular choice considering how many people order it, but it was bad. Instead of thick slices of fresh avocado I got a sad tasteless green mush. The turkey itself wasn't much better. My favorite sandwich to get here is a tuna melt because they have amazing tuna. Other options include salads, some pasta dishes, and omelette wraps before 10:30am. The beef ravioli was pretty disgusting. They just have the ravioli sitting in a container in some red slop, and they heat it up and sprinkle some cheese on it before giving it to you. The beef inside the ravioli is unrecognizable as beef--it's just a brown mushy substance. There's lots of seating, including outdoor seating.

I will always have a great fondness for this place…read more I had an amazing "first date" here. He skipped class to extend our lunch to 3 hours. How sweet is that? There is a warmth that the BRBarn has...it just loves people. That's the only way to describe it. The boyfriend is gone, but the Big Red Barn remains...and all the memories implied.