College town Bagels (CTB) makes for the perfect campus-adjacent spot! Its proximity to the law…read moreschool and academic buildings makes it a go-to for faculty and students alike. The atmosphere feels chill and unhurried. It ranks as one of the few places where you can actually focus on your studies while relaxing. The staff provides consistent courteous and prompt service. I find that impressive given how busy they get. Highly recommend the carrot cake; it tastes exceptionally well-made and delicious.

Great coffee and bagel shop. So many options for bagels!…read more Lots of outdoor seating and plenty of college students hanging out. Great spot to meet up with friends.

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.

Collegetown Bagels is a great spot for breakfast, they have a lot of bagel and cream cheese flavors…read moreto choose from. They also have a large variety of drinks and the matcha was great! It gets quite busy but the line goes fast!

This place has a big menu so give yourself time to choose. The bagels are smaller than what you…read moreexpect coming form the NYC area but are great tasting and texture on par. I had the Brooklyn bagel - bacon egg and cheese on a wheat bagel - just the right size portion. The coffee is made to order. Only odd thing for me - and not a complaint- was ordering sequence. food in back, coffee and check out up front which gets crowded and a little confusing as it's right by the front door.

I had a good experience here for the most part! I went twice during my trip. I enjoyed the gluten…read morefree toast and bagels and got an egg and cheese one day, and a scallion cream cheese and cucumber the next. The coffee is also delicious and didn't even need a flavor added. The man taking our orders the first day was also incredibly kind and you could tell he just enjoyed his job, or at least was happy to be there. There's also a mini shop here basically. There's fresh bread and prepackaged meals here like Shepards pie and fruits and veggies. There also was plenty of cute merch and I left with two designs. Two things that I didn't like. Ordering was a bit chaotic. There are labeled areas that show where to order what, but if it's your first time in it can feel overwhelming and you might be wandering a bit figuring it out. I wish it could all be ordered at one spot, not like it's a food hall. I understand that this probably does work the best for them though and is most likely pretty easy for ordering if you're a local. Lastly, I had an issue with a woman working the second day. They have a big menu and I was looking at it above her head while ordering. She was fine while I was talking, but stopped me when I went to walk away. She said "You know, you really need to face people while you're talking to them." What! So awkward and weird. That's the main reason I took one star off because it caused me not to go back again. Very rude and felt like a mini lecture for no reason.

We're not local but we've visted before and really enjoyed the stop. Being in the area, frequenting…read morethe State Theatre, and listening to good music we needed morning refreshments and immediately thought "Baked in Ithaca". This visit we got coffee, breakfast sandwiches and various baked goods. The restaurant was busy and hopping with activity on a Sunday morning around 9AM. The parking lot was full but there was street parking around the business. There was also plenty of seating for us to find some room to eat in comfort. You order food at one counter but you pay at the other counter? All food is delivered to the "pay" counter. Service was fast, even with the crowd, the breakfast sandwiches were delicious, the coffee was dark (which we love) and the baked goods didn't last long. We got a cinnamon coffee cake and a loaf of bread that were huge hits. "Baked in Ithaca" - what a slogan!

Incredible cheddar biscuit!…read more I would return for their cheddar biscuit alone- it is slightly crisp, not dry, and tastes like a cheezit! Delicious! I ordered the dolce special- so so good! I love the addition of the pepper jelly. Ever so slightly spicy and the perfect added sweetness. I also tried the cranberry orange and mixed berry scone- both were tasty though I slightly preferred the cranberry orange one. Not much seating inside- came around 10:00am on a Saturday and was able to snag a table for three. A bit of a line but moves fast. Overall, I would highly recommend trying Dolce Delight!

This place was hard to find but cute. Its right on the corner, but no sign. We went to their…read moreneighbor first. Tried a couple of breakfast sandwiches. I got the Joey special on a croissant. It had fried egg, bacon, sausage and cheese. It was a lot with bacon and sausage, but good. Husband got the Entourage with eggs, bacon, cheese, avocado and some spread. He loved it. He tried a muffin and i had a peanut butter cookie. All was delicious. Service was friendly but a little slow.

I grew up in New York City, home of the bagels, where they're made fresh and served hot. They're…read morethick yet soft with a satisfying chew, and the perfect slight crisp exterior. Collegetown bagels is the most popular bagel spot in Ithaca, but I don't find nostalgia in the bagels, primarily due to the tougher texture. However, I do really enjoy their spicy Italian bagel and rosemary salt bagel (although a bit too salty to my liking), and especially their cream cheeses. My favorite has to be their parsley-garlic cream cheese which is loaded with garlic and the freshness of parsley. Other honorable mentions include veggie and bacon-scallion cream cheese. I've had a few of their sandwiches as well. Their Havana Breeze doesn't include much ham or pickles, and the bread was quite greasy on inside and outside which made the sandwich overall very heavy. Their Tour de France has roasted turkey, Brie, apples, honeycup mustard, bacon on multigrain bread (I substituted for focaccia. The bread was soft, but I would've liked it more if it had more seasoning (like some Italian/herb seasoning). The sandwich is cold, but I think having it warmed up/toasted would meld the flavors together better. There was a generous amount of bacon and Brie, but the overall sandwich just didn't seem homogenous. Perhaps a sauce or jam (like a bacon-apple jam) would've helped to bind the flavors more. Lastly, their earl grey hot cocoa consisted of an earl grey tea bag in watered down hot coca which was a bit disappointing. Overall, not the best bagels I've ever had, but their cream cheeses are delightful. I'll still go back to try their baked goods and other sandwiches.

We had their bagel special for February chocolate chip and they were delicious! I called to see if…read morethey had them and the girl was so nice to place them to the side because quantities were limited. There is ample seating in the restaurant

We're always on the look out for a good coffee place and this place delivered! I think the best…read moretaste of coffee is drinking it black with no add ins to truly taste whether the bean was roasted properly. Staff were friendly, interior was spacious, and their pastries were yummy. We bought a couple bags to take home because we loved it so much. One drawback, their interior is too nice that people don't want to leave. Lots of customers on their laptops and devices just hanging out. If you want to just sit and relax with a good cup of coffee, sit by the window or grab a cup to go.

Awesome coffee shop that's perfect for coworking, catching up, checking emails or just coming in…read morebecause, you can, duh! Love their branding - I instantly wanted to buy the mugs, tote bags and travel mugs. So stinkin cute! I of course am already overloaded with tote bags so I decided to hang tight. Ordered a macchiato, since they do make it the classic way. Espresso with a dash of steamed milk. From oat milk, to almond milk to regular milk, the choice is yours. Coffee wise, I'm a purist, I like regular espresso. Call me crazy, but just plain arabica non complicated beans are IT for me. I'm a lavazza and kimbo drinker so anytime there's modified beans or over worked or under roasted or whatever it is kind of beans, 90% of the time, my espresso will not come out as I'd normally prefer it. We're in America, so I get it, a lot of people do prefer it like this or perhaps order their coffee with loads of milk and impossible to drink. Either way, I loved this coffee shop for the vibes. Extremely nice cashier, staff and barista. Cute little baked good section and simple espresso based drinks, including chai and matcha. Besides the coffee beans not being to my liking (this is just me) I do love this place and I'm so happy we popped in.

Food was delicious and very fairly priced. Service was friendly and professional…read more Ambiance was cozy with a little funky mix with a nod to its roots

A solid spot for brunch in Ithaca!…read more I wish it was located a tad closer to c-town, but when the weather is warm it is actually quite a nice walk (still definitely walkable even in the winter)! We tried the breakfast croissant, the breakfast burrito, and crepes. We also ordered a hot Razz Mocha and an iced matcha (both with oat milk). I wish they had more milk varieties (only had whole and oat). Everything except the matcha was super tasty! I really loved the razz mocha- I will definitely be ordering this again. The crepes were my favorite entree- slightly thicker than your typical crepe, more of a chew. Nonetheless, very yummy. I like the berry compote and whipped cream. I enjoyed the croissant sandwich- ours had lox and egg. Too much egg, but perhaps the right amount of egg if you just want an egg sandwich without meat... Burrito was fine, though a tad watery. There was a bit of a line when we came- Saturday around noon and not much seating. We took our food to-go. Better to come when the weather is warmer- there is more seating under the tend in the back. Have heard mixed things about their other dishes, but I will definitely be returning!

Great coffee spot and got myself 2 bags of coffee beans…read more They mainly have medium roast but they still taste very bold

Gimme! Coffee has become the coffee spot I visit the most when I'm in Ithaca. It's walking distance…read morefrom the Commons area, so it's the usual place for me to get coffee if I'm downtown. The cafe has a cozy vibe with a good amount of indoor seating. I recently tried their rosemary latte, and I loved that it was not too sweet and had a nice rosemary flavor that did not overshadow the coffee's taste. They also offer coffee beans to purchase, and I appreciated one of the employees giving recommendations on the various flavor profiles.

Stopped by in the afternoon for a bagel & beverage! The service was very friendly and efficient…read more Very comfortable ambiance & cute merchandise to check out while you wait for your order. There was ample seating available. The location is convenient as well. I ordered an everything bagel with scallion cream cheese. Although they were out of a regular everything, they did have a whole wheat variety, which is what I ended up substituting it with. The bagel was fine, nothing to write home about. I have heard that their bagels are fantastic so I will probably be back to try a different variety! My understanding is that they sell bagels from College Town Bagels, which I have not tried on its own yet. Note that they call their everything bagels "Long Island Bagels." I also ordered an iced matcha with vanilla and oatmilk. This was the perfect matcha in my opinion! Perfect amount of sweetness, the matcha flavor was spot on, and the oat milk was creamy. This is one of the better matchas I have tried. Overall, pleasant experience and I would like to try more of what they have to offer! Be aware that it is a little pricey, but worth it if you are looking for a wonderful beverage and friendly service!

This is one of my favorite spots to grab coffee in the area. It's located in this perfect strip…read moremall area that has a few shopping stores and tons of parking. They have a great food menu too! I got the cat woman and it's soo good! The inside is way bigger than you'd think. There's seating to the right of their food/bagel section and more seating in a room to the right of the pick-up orders. The service was great and quick. They also have the option for ordering online. Their reward program is great too, so easy to get points and they add up quickly.