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Thompson & Bleecker near Cornell We came around 6PM -- no reservation, no table wait app, just sat at the bar. Party On Dude Pizza Topped with fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, pepperoncini, Greek oregano, and basil. It had a nice spicy + tangy kick that made it really flavorful. The crust was a little burnt in some spots, giving it a charcoal bitterness that actually blended into the overall flavor. Stracciatella Mozzarella Comes with house-made mozzarella, prosciutto, tomatoes, toasted bread, and olive oil. Caesar Salad Big portion with house-made Caesar dressing and lots of Parmesan. Super flavorful at first, but honestly a bit too heavy after a while. Overall: great food, but expect it to be VERY busy. No reservations, fast-paced service, and the staff were clearly rushing the whole time.
Had the artichoke pasta and added chicken and it was so delicious. The ambiance was super nice and calming but still had a fun aspect to it. Server was so helpful too! I wasn't sure which plate to pick and she went through the different pasta options with me. Portions were also big!
Had an enjoyable dinner here, the service was friendly and quick. I split the whipped ricotta appetizer and vodka roni pizza, both were excellent. I've only been here once, but get the sense everything is meant to be shared. Pizza is wood fired, the dough was chewy, airy, with a nice slight char, and liked the unique way they added the spicy vodka sauce on top of the pie, similar to how they do it on a Detroit pie. It does have a bit of a flop to it, but kind of expected for a wood fired pie, particularly given the added heft from the toppings. So far, best meal of the trip, would recommend.
This was (because we ate it all) one of the best pizzas we have ever had! We decided to try this place because there was a long line waiting outside before it opened at 5pm. To me this is a great sign when locals are willing to wait. Service is really good as well.
Let me preface this with the fact that I worked at a top 25 restaurant in Chicago for 2 years. I worked at Carmine's uptown here in NYC for 7 years. Service and actual, "hospitality", are the most important thing. People will always go back to a place if they have great service, even if their food is only mediocre; people will hesitate if service is not good. I travel for my job, and I have eaten at 90 "Food Network" places in 39 states. I was here Tuesday night, October 7th. I had a pretty tasty clam pizza, and added the freshly grated mozz. The red pepper flakes matched up well. The place doesn't sell iced tea or coffee; (they want you to buy liquor or fancy soft drinks, smh). The waitress, Daisy, was quite good. She handled her station well, she knew what she was doing. Water was refilled, no complaints about Daisy. The hostess was dripping with attitude. The hostess did not even walk me to the table; she pointed at it and i was holding a menu and brought it with me. She POINTED at the table!Whatta freakin' turnoff. I wanted to say "Get over yourself, honey you're in the middle of nowhere, (or as the kids say, "this place is in the cut." ) There is no signage on the door. That should be corrected, but I guess they want to be cool, like a place that "you have know where to go." It's an above average place in a college town. Other dishes looked good and even interesting, at the tables around me. I'd be more enthusiastic if the hostess wasn't so condescending. I was even wearing a shirt and tie, I'm a college admissions rep in town at a Grad School fair targetting Cornell kids. I was close to leaving but I asked two people at the bar if this was worth it. I stuck around because it was near my hotel. Management might want to re-train the staff about welcoming guests, instead of taking the guests for granted. I might not return to this place next year. And if another college rep asks me where to eat in Ithaca, this is not going to be the first place out of my mouth.
Cozy (if a touch loud), excellent Italianesque pizza/pasta/salad joint. Good cocktails, beer and wine cards. Experienced and personable servers. Bougie uni crowd, but good value for money nevertheless -- not always the case in Ithaca. Pasta Alla Vodka was particularly fine.
Loved the vibes in here! It was super busy when we went just before 7pm on a Saturday, but we were able to walk right in and get a table. They had crayons in a cup on the table so you could color on the table while you waited, which was fun for all ages. Our waitress was nice and checked up on us a bunch despite being packed. The still water was probably the best water I've ever tasted. We got the garlic bread with marinera which was their special of the night, and it definitely didn't disappoint. The bread was super airy and rich with all of the toppings on it. The pizza I got had sausage, mushrooms, thyme, garlic, mozz, and basil. Super good and had a good ratio of toppings to crust. Crust was a bit tough but still good. I would come back and try their pasta next time!!
Wow wow this is literally incredible pasta and is so fresh. the spicy penne alla vodka is the best i've had outside of NYC and that's saying something. Definitely the best italian restaurant in upstate new york by a mile. incredible staff service ambiance is cozy and family friendly. i can't wait to come back here and try the pizza. it's epic portions and can be shared. A++ 10/10 best restaurant in ithaca
I've heard a lot about Thompson and Bleecker, so I finally made the trip. While I can't compare it to its previous location, my friends say it now has a more romantic, candlelit vibe -- makes sense, because it definitely feels like a date night spot. I went with a friend. We shared two dishes, because being friends means splitting carbs equally: * Diavola Pizza ($15) This seems to be their star pizza, so we had to try it. A bit salty for my taste, but my friend had no complaints -- she's good at keeping important things to herself. 4/5 * Truffle Alfredo Pasta ($19) I love truffle. It could be infused into a rock, and I'd probably try to eat it. So, naturally, I ordered this. My friend had never tried truffle before, but she ended up loving it, which makes me feel like I did some kind of culinary charity work. Glad she could be open to something new, even if openness isn't exactly her strong suit. 5/5, no notes. * Papi Lindo ($12) A rum-based cocktail with lime juice and house-made sugar syrup. The waitress recommended it as a sweeter option, and it came with gummy bears and a tiny disco ball bead, so it won points for presentation. The taste? Solid, but not mind-blowing. 3/5, but the gummy bears get a bonus point in my heart. My conclusion: Tompkins and Bleecker is definitely giving "romantic dinner" energy, but even if you're just here for the food (which I sure did!), you'll leave full and happy. Would I come back? Yes!
Favorite pasta in Ithaca! For apps, I've tried the meatballs, Stracciatella, and Honey Whipped Ricotta. All were delicious but I think the ricotta was my favorite. I have tried all of their pastas (except for the chicken parm) and my favorite is the truffle alfredo. Vodka is probably second followed closely by the Zozzona. As for pizza, I haven't tried too many of them- just the Vodka Roni, Diavola, and Margherita. I wish they had a Diavola pizza with vodka sauce. Tiramisu is solid. Good, but nothing to write home about. I'm a huge foodie and feel like the restaurant scene is rather lacking in Ithaca. However, Thompson and Bleecker does not disappoint! I have been here around 5 times, and each time the food is very consistent. The service has been good for the most part. One time, there was a scuffle with a rather rude waiter, but perhaps it was a one time thing. The food is good enough that I still return. Overall, I would highly recommend Thompson and Bleecker and will definitely be returning! I am intrigued by their clam pizza.
22 days ago
3 months ago
5 months ago
Thompson & Bleecker near Cornell We came around 6PM -- no reservation, no table wait app, just sat at the bar. Party On Dude Pizza Topped with fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, pepperoncini, Greek oregano, and basil. It had a nice spicy + tangy kick that made it really flavorful. The crust was a little burnt in some spots, giving it a charcoal bitterness that actually blended into the overall flavor. Stracciatella Mozzarella Comes with house-made mozzarella, prosciutto, tomatoes, toasted bread, and olive oil. Caesar Salad Big portion with house-made Caesar dressing and lots of Parmesan. Super flavorful at first, but honestly a bit too heavy after a while. Overall: great food, but expect it to be VERY busy. No reservations, fast-paced service, and the staff were clearly rushing the whole time. read more
Had the artichoke pasta and added chicken and it was so delicious. The ambiance was super nice and calming but still had a fun aspect to it. Server was so helpful too! I wasn't sure which plate to pick and she went through the different pasta options with me. Portions were also big! read more
Had an enjoyable dinner here, the service was friendly and quick. I split the whipped ricotta appetizer and vodka roni pizza, both were excellent. I've only been here once, but get the sense everything is meant to be shared. Pizza is wood fired, the dough was chewy, airy, with a nice slight char, and liked the unique way they added the spicy vodka sauce on top of the pie, similar to how they do it on a Detroit pie. It does have a bit of a flop to it, but kind of expected for a wood fired pie, particularly given the added heft from the toppings. So far, best meal of the trip, would recommend. read more
2 months ago
This was (because we ate it all) one of the best pizzas we have ever had! We decided to try this place because there was a long line waiting outside before it opened at 5pm. To me this is a great sign when locals are willing to wait. Service is really good as well. read more
1 year ago
Let me preface this with the fact that I worked at a top 25 restaurant in Chicago for 2 years. I worked at Carmine's uptown here in NYC for 7 years. Service and actual, "hospitality", are the most important thing. People will always go back to a place if they have great service, even if their food is only mediocre; people will hesitate if service is not good. I travel for my job, and I have eaten at 90 "Food Network" places in 39 states. I was here Tuesday night, October 7th. I had a pretty tasty clam pizza, and added the freshly grated mozz. The red pepper flakes matched up well. The place doesn't sell iced tea or coffee; (they want you to buy liquor or fancy soft drinks, smh). The waitress, Daisy, was quite good. She handled her station well, she knew what she was doing. Water was refilled, no complaints about Daisy. The hostess was dripping with attitude. The hostess did not even walk me to the table; she pointed at it and i was holding a menu and brought it with me. She POINTED at the table!Whatta freakin' turnoff. I wanted to say "Get over yourself, honey you're in the middle of nowhere, (or as the kids say, "this place is in the cut." ) There is no signage on the door. That should be corrected, but I guess they want to be cool, like a place that "you have know where to go." It's an above average place in a college town. Other dishes looked good and even interesting, at the tables around me. I'd be more enthusiastic if the hostess wasn't so condescending. I was even wearing a shirt and tie, I'm a college admissions rep in town at a Grad School fair targetting Cornell kids. I was close to leaving but I asked two people at the bar if this was worth it. I stuck around because it was near my hotel. Management might want to re-train the staff about welcoming guests, instead of taking the guests for granted. I might not return to this place next year. And if another college rep asks me where to eat in Ithaca, this is not going to be the first place out of my mouth. read more
7 months ago
Cozy (if a touch loud), excellent Italianesque pizza/pasta/salad joint. Good cocktails, beer and wine cards. Experienced and personable servers. Bougie uni crowd, but good value for money nevertheless -- not always the case in Ithaca. Pasta Alla Vodka was particularly fine. read more
1 month ago
26 days ago
We are in town from philly and popped in here randomly looking for dinner... we had an amazing experience. Server was so kind and attentive. Was beautiful and clean inside. Food was incredible. Can't wait to come back! read more
3 months ago
Loved the vibes in here! It was super busy when we went just before 7pm on a Saturday, but we were able to walk right in and get a table. They had crayons in a cup on the table so you could color on the table while you waited, which was fun for all ages. Our waitress was nice and checked up on us a bunch despite being packed. The still water was probably the best water I've ever tasted. We got the garlic bread with marinera which was their special of the night, and it definitely didn't disappoint. The bread was super airy and rich with all of the toppings on it. The pizza I got had sausage, mushrooms, thyme, garlic, mozz, and basil. Super good and had a good ratio of toppings to crust. Crust was a bit tough but still good. I would come back and try their pasta next time!! read more
Wow wow this is literally incredible pasta and is so fresh. the spicy penne alla vodka is the best i've had outside of NYC and that's saying something. Definitely the best italian restaurant in upstate new york by a mile. incredible staff service ambiance is cozy and family friendly. i can't wait to come back here and try the pizza. it's epic portions and can be shared. A++ 10/10 best restaurant in ithaca read more
11 months ago
2 months ago
I've heard a lot about Thompson and Bleecker, so I finally made the trip. While I can't compare it to its previous location, my friends say it now has a more romantic, candlelit vibe -- makes sense, because it definitely feels like a date night spot. I went with a friend. We shared two dishes, because being friends means splitting carbs equally: * Diavola Pizza ($15) This seems to be their star pizza, so we had to try it. A bit salty for my taste, but my friend had no complaints -- she's good at keeping important things to herself. 4/5 * Truffle Alfredo Pasta ($19) I love truffle. It could be infused into a rock, and I'd probably try to eat it. So, naturally, I ordered this. My friend had never tried truffle before, but she ended up loving it, which makes me feel like I did some kind of culinary charity work. Glad she could be open to something new, even if openness isn't exactly her strong suit. 5/5, no notes. * Papi Lindo ($12) A rum-based cocktail with lime juice and house-made sugar syrup. The waitress recommended it as a sweeter option, and it came with gummy bears and a tiny disco ball bead, so it won points for presentation. The taste? Solid, but not mind-blowing. 3/5, but the gummy bears get a bonus point in my heart. My conclusion: Tompkins and Bleecker is definitely giving "romantic dinner" energy, but even if you're just here for the food (which I sure did!), you'll leave full and happy. Would I come back? Yes! read more
2 months ago
10/10 recommend. This is the type of restaurant Ithaca needed. Food was amazing and fresh, bar service was outstanding. read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
Favorite pasta in Ithaca! For apps, I've tried the meatballs, Stracciatella, and Honey Whipped Ricotta. All were delicious but I think the ricotta was my favorite. I have tried all of their pastas (except for the chicken parm) and my favorite is the truffle alfredo. Vodka is probably second followed closely by the Zozzona. As for pizza, I haven't tried too many of them- just the Vodka Roni, Diavola, and Margherita. I wish they had a Diavola pizza with vodka sauce. Tiramisu is solid. Good, but nothing to write home about. I'm a huge foodie and feel like the restaurant scene is rather lacking in Ithaca. However, Thompson and Bleecker does not disappoint! I have been here around 5 times, and each time the food is very consistent. The service has been good for the most part. One time, there was a scuffle with a rather rude waiter, but perhaps it was a one time thing. The food is good enough that I still return. Overall, I would highly recommend Thompson and Bleecker and will definitely be returning! I am intrigued by their clam pizza. read more
1 year ago
Really like this place!! I have gone twice now and it is a great option in town. It is definitely a bit hidden but look around the doors that your map tells you to go to and you'll find it! So far, I've tried the: - T&B caesar salad - Parisian salad - Honey whipped ricotta - Spicy alla vodka pasta - Truffle alfredo pasta - Party on dude pizza Of the salads, the parisian takes the cake for me! Both are great, but the caesar is a bit different than traditional with the addition of brussel sprouts and pancetta. Really love both though, you can't go wrong with either! The honey whipped ricotta was good but a bit sweet for my liking. That's just personal preference though, my friend really loved it and could not stop eating it! The bread it came with was such a highlight though. Both pastas are great but I think the spicy vodka is just a bit better as I found the alfredo to be a bit on the heavy side. The spicy vodka also isn't very spicy but you can add as much chili flakes as you want (which I did)! And for adding chicken to either, they cut it up and mix it in which I appreciate much more than just a big piece of chicken on top! And the pizza is solid but I wish there were more toppings on it! But the pizzas are not customizable sadly. The restaurant is also very cute inside and not too hard to get into from my experience. I think I had the same server both times and she was lovely! Super attentive and very friendly. Overall I really have enjoyed my meals here! I will definitely be back to try more. If you come here for only one thing get the vodka pasta!! read more
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5 months ago
I visited T&B at their "new" location on Seneca Street (I believe they were formerly on the Commons). At the time, they didn't have any outdoor signage, so I was a bit uncertain I had found them. Once inside, I knew I was in the right place. No reservations taken, I arrived well into the evening seating, and luckily they had a table for 2. The place was very busy for a Wednesday night, but not out of control, not with people lining up outside. We didn't need to, but perhaps one could sit at the bar until a table opens up. The pizza was fabulous. As was the service. I liked their unusual wine offerings, including organic and orange wines. read more
I looked at the menu online, and wasn't at all sure. We had iffy pizza the night before (college tours w/granddaughter) and I just wasn't sure, in fact suggested other places! But she had it on good authority that it was good and it was! We found a parking place after a few tries, and entered about 5:15 and were seated. A lovely dry martini; an amazing Caesar salad later and I was ready for our pizza. I totally enjoyed the flavors and the wood-fired done crust. My companion thought the crust was a bit too well done; but we finished and left happy. read more
2 years ago
If you can't tell by the wait and long line to get in that this is a must have then read this post for reassurance. First, it's definitely worth the wait. The service is great, staff friendly and they do a great job even though it can get very busy very fast. We got the Caesar salad and bruschetta appetizer and they both were good, nice size to share and I recommend sharing. Next we got the margarita pizza and the pepperoni pizza and they both didn't miss, great crust, great flavors and had a great cheese pull. The star of the show and I mean STAR !!! Was the truffle fettuccine Alfredo pasta, I can't even put in words the flavors I experienced, the best way I could describe it is WOW! Creamy, rich and just so flavorful. It's a nice little mom and pop stale hole in the wall but when you walk in it's elegant with a nice vibes. We will fly back just for this. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
the vibe was cool but the food was not it. We got the stuffed vodka shells and they tasted so lemony and not vodka sauce at all. Then we got pizzas and there was barely any sauce on them, so it was like eating dry cheesy bread. read more
2 months ago
1 year ago
Oven fired pizza was very flavorful. Service was good. The place is quaint and very busy. The tables are close together but didn't seem to be an issue for us. read more
Very busy on a Saturday night. We started off with a fresh Cesar salad. My daughter ordered the vodka pasta and I had the truffle Alfredo. Vodka sauce was light and fresh. The homemade noodles were really special. We would love to try their pizzas- I think that's probably the go-to move for this restaurant. It's very very popular, so be sure to factor that into your plans. Parking was easy, especially for being downtown. They have their own parking lot. Definitely a good choice for dinner. read more
8 months ago
1 year ago
Great spot for Pizza at the commons. We had the Margherita and Diavola pies along with the Honey whipped ricotta app which was absolutely delicious. Wrapped up our dinner with the Tiramisu and Baklava. read more
10 months ago
Delicious!!! Thompson and Bleecker is definitely a treat. The new location's interior is very aesthetic and intimate, making it the perfect date spot. We started with the meatball appetizer which is not to miss. I'll definitely be back to have these again. For the entree, we both ordered pizzas. I ordered the Divola which was delicious and the perfect portion. The server was very sweet and attentive. If you have a bigger party definitely make reservations, this is a popular spot! read more
2 years ago
Get there early if you're hungry. We waited about an hour for a four top and were welcomed by very friendly staff into a very energized dining room. We are a family of four ready to devour the whole menu and immediately doubted that the tiny, tiny four-top table we sat at would be able to allow us to enjoy our dinner. We started to enjoy our apps which immediately crowded the table and servers struggled to place dishes around us while I rushed to place the water and wine bottles on the floor to make room! We kept eyeing the much bigger table which opened right next to us... while we were enjoying our apps and salad the gigantic pasta dishes and pizza were served. Horrific timing. Where? Well - unless you placed them on top of our apps and salad .. we gulped down whatever we could and asked for leftovers to be packaged for us to take with us. So zero enjoyment of our apps. We did the best we could to maneuver the main dishes around the very tiny table while enviously looking at the proper, bigger four-top given away to two tiny teenage young ladies with plenty of space to enjoy their meals. We struggled through our meal and left without dessert. Overall - the poor planning and chaotic, inexperienced service (though friendly) made this a less-than-average experience. Highly recommend that these tiny tables remain for two people and for the hostess and servers to have a keen eye to switch tables (as available) when one is not working. The food and hassle were not worth it and not likely to return. read more
10 months ago
2 years ago
Easily the best pizza on planet earth, no exaggeration. It was so good, we went back the next night to get more haha! The pasta alla vodka was delicious too. Tiramisu dessert was very good as well. Even though we had to wait a while to get seated, it was worth the wait. Super cute inside and the service was excellent. read more
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