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

Thompson and Bleecker - Cocktail at the bar - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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Stop coming here, people! Save the tables and food for me.Love this place, everything is delicious. The new(er) location is unique and cozy. I've never sat in the very back, that may not be so great. But I really like sitting at the bar and having a drink while I eat on crowded nights. One criticism: no reservations!? read more

The food is great! Small menu but in my opinion that's not a bad thing. Staff was nice. Seating area is pretty small. You have to get here early as there always seems to be a line to get in before they open. 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

Thompson and Bleecker - Penne Alla Vodka - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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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

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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

Thompson and Bleecker - Clam Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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

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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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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

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Good little spot, only had the pizza, and of course wine, great options though. Kitchen shuts down on the early side.

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

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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

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The place was packed on a Thursday night which speaks to the quality. The food did not disappoint. We had a pizza with vodka sauce and I'm positive I could have this every day and never tire of it. read more

Went here over a year ago and still remember the delicious food and cocktails. Cannot wait to return!

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

Thompson and Bleecker - Vodka jumbo stuffed shells- so lemony - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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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

Thompson and Bleecker - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Good pizza and they make it for the customers I would recommend it to anyone that is from NYC and they will be happy

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

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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

Thompson and Bleecker - Tiramisu and Baklava - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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

Thompson and Bleecker - Meatball Appetizer - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Really good Italian food! There are typically really long wait times, so my roommates and I would order takeout, but delicious nonetheless. We love their Vodka Pasta which has large pipe rigate pasta smothered in a cheesy, creamy vodka sauce with sprinkled Parmesan on top. I also like to add some red pepper flakes to enhance the flavors. Their Truffle Alfredo Pasta is also delicious. It has a strong truffle flavor and not too heavy despite being a cream-based sauce. Their Fungi pizza was good but not extraordinary. It was flavorful but needed more toppings in my opinion. Overall, really great restaurant in Ithaca. It is on the pricier side, but the quality and execution of the dishes are great. I would definitely get the pastas again and try their other pizza flavors too. read more

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

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Heard they moved to a bigger location in Downtown Ithaca and decided to give it a try because I was in town. Arrived at around 4:45pm and there was already a long line outside the restaurant. Luckily, we were seated and I absolutely loved the interior. It gave a cozy feeling and the lighting fit the ambiance really well. The waiter was very friendly and outgoing. Made us feel comfortable and cracked a few jokes here and there. We ordered two pizzas and two pastas, which were both so delicious. My favorite was the Di Parma because it had a bit of sweetness to it because of the Mike's hot honey. I understand why this place always has a line out the door and I'll be back to try this place again. Maybe I'll try their tiramisu next time. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 read more

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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

Thompson and Bleecker - Tiramisu - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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Very solid slice. Not near the top tier places in NY suburbs like Jays Artisan or Pizza Florian. Long lines every night. Ordering to go might be the move read more

Thompson and Bleecker - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Food and wine were delicious. We were warmly greeted and promptly seated. Would have been a 5 star for me but we felt hurried out of the restaurant as we were told a large party was coming at 7:30. We were still ordering drinks/food so not sure why we were rushed out. read more

I LOVED my experience at Thompson and Bleeker! It is a very popular spot in Ithaca - I stood in like 10 to 15 minutes prior to opening and there was already a line out the door! As soon as 5 PM hit, pretty much all the tables were filled immediately. They held my table for a few minutes until my partner parked (it's all street parking) which was very nice. They recently moved locations but their new location is beautiful, slightly bigger, and has great decor! They do not have any signage yet outside though, but it's easy to recognize with the crowd! Now to the food - as a vegetarian, I felt there were amble choices for me. We ordered the Honey Whipped Ricotta as our app which was so tasty with a perfect texture to the ricotta. For mains, we tried the Truffle Alfredo and Giardino Pizza - both were amazing! The truffle alfredo was not too heavy, and the sauce had a strong flavor. The Giardino was made very well with a nice, not-too-oily crust that held up well! For dessert, the tiramisu was great and a good portion for two. I will definitely be back to Thompson and Bleeker next time I am in Ithaca! read more

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Such a cool spot!!! 10/10 vibes, 10/10 food and drinks! The meatballs, guava cocktail and party on dude pizza were all amazing. I can't wait to be back! read more

Thompson and Bleecker - Party on dude - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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Food was AMAZING! Service was also wonderful and the bar area is beautiful! Portions are great! Overall would visit again. read more

Thompson and Bleecker - Vodka Roni Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Recently tried their new location and it was great! I loved the aesthetic of their new place. Although their past location was really cute, this one seems to be more spacious with the additional seating and has significantly better lighting! Another pro since the reopening is their improvement in service. Understandably, food service can be extremely stressful, but their previous staff would sometimes be outright unpleasant which is a main reason why I stopped eating there. Now, the staff seem genuinely enjoyable, friendly, and happy to help navigate the menu and deal with a busy restaurant. In terms of food, their Margherita pizza, substituted with vegan mozzarella cheese, is AMAZING!! I'm unsure if they changed their vegan cheese brand or just perfected the cook, but it is so delicious! Perfectly topped with basil and EVOO, I will definitely be returning for more! Their "Pomodorino" pasta was decent. The flavor of the sauce was delicious, but the pasta itself was undercooked and had a chewy texture. Pro since you know the pasta is handmade, but con since the texture was lacking. They also don't substitute pasta types so if you order the Pomodoro it HAS to be spaghetti. For dairy-free/vegan individuals, I think the pizza is the best bet! The other pastas look great, but I wish there was more variety of dairy-free sauces. Overall, I'm pretty happy with my experience! The new location is so wonderful and still serving good food! :) read more

Recently went here while on visiting the area, and throughly enjoyed our meal. We arrived 20 minutes after they opened and they were already busy, so we were lucky to get a table. We ordered the stuffed shells and the special of the night, which was chicken parm pizza. Our waiter was really attentive and kind. We'll definitely be back next time we are in the area. read more

Thompson and Bleecker - Chicken Parm Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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Everything was so good that I forgot to take pictures before they were halfway gone. The whipped ricotta was awesome. Light. Full of flavor. The bread with it was great as well! Pizza was thin and crunchy. Loved every bite. The pepperoni is what stood out most. It wasn't from the shelf at a grocery store. It was thick and spicy. The Alfredo. I'll get off my diet EVERYTIME for it. Service was excellent. Our waitress was great. The atmosphere was small but they just moved locations and we haven't visited yet. read more

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All I can say is yum! This is the newer place, both spots are amazing. The newer place has had a huge upgrade and amazing service.

Huge portions and so much variety. Service was great and fun ambiance. So many options of meals to get!

Another great dinner at the new Thompson and Bleecker. We got the Funghi pizza, the Spicy Alla Vodka, and their drink special, a Sangria. The Funghi pizza was excellent, you can't beat the Thompson and Bleecker crust. The Spicy Alla Vodka was also great, though the sauce was a little bit thick. Additionally, it was more than enough to share between two people for dinner! The Sangria was delicious as well! Their new location is definitely more spacious and has more comfortable seating. However, I do miss some of the charm of the old decoration! read more

Probably the best pasta that I've ever had. It is very hard to get a table but if you are willing to wait in line before they open, you will be delighted with amazing flavors and service. I wished that I could live closer to this place. I would be a regular customer. I will go back whenever I happen to be in town. read more

I will change my review to 5 stars as soon as they get one damn FAN in this place. It is so hot we just decided we won't go back until the fall. Couldn't breathe last time we were there. The food is amazing and great heaping portions, and the service is impeccable. Just put in a ceiling fan so we can come back. read more

I love this place. Food is excellent for omnivores like me. My husband is vegetarian and would love more options.

It was date night again, and I'd wanted to get T&B crossed off on my bucket list. It's a small restaurant with a vibe that's a cross between classy and whimsical. It's very cramped, though (which is saying a lot because I'm from NYC). Date and I ate from two pastas. Food is served family style so sharing is encouraged. However I ate more of mine because mafaldini is my fave pasta shape and I was hooked on that truffle flavour. His spaghetti was alright. Would come again to try their apps/pizza. read more

Thompson and Bleecker - Truffle pasta - Pizza Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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The aesthetic of this spot is really cute. Industrial meets chic tea party. The truffle Alfredo is delicious, however I question the authenticity or quantity of the truffle used. Likely powder. I will say though, I would re-order. The funghi pizza was absolutely delicious but the crust was already soggy by the time it came to us. The spaghetti pomodoro was tomatoes based and nice, but simple. The the stracciatella mozzarella was amazing. Hands down, the best thing here. The saddest part was when we were offered parmesan, it was the parmesan that you get at a budget pizza place. This is a 4 start spot for Ithaca, NY but by regular standards, it's a solid 3 unfortunately. read more

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