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1. Taverna Banfi
4.7
Exceptional(1373)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Ithaca
Booked 41 times today
A Tuscan Inspired Italian Restaurant In Ithaca, NY.Tuscan culture embraces a cuisine that is inspired by availability and accessibility. At Taverna Banfi, our seasonal menus reflect this attitude. Located at the heart of Cornell University campus, our casual fine dining atmosphere is perfect for entertaining family, friends, and clients visiting Cornell University and the Finger Lakes region. We offer Complimentary Valet Parking.
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2. Gola Osteria
4.5
Awesome(1103)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Ithaca
Booked 4 times today
Gola Osteria is tucked inside the Historic Quarry Arms Building, providing an atmosphere of old world charm that features antique Stickley style furniture. Our signage in and around the building is limited due to landmark regulations. Don't hesitate to call us for directions and parking instructions!Please keep in mind we treat our terrace as a first come first serve basis. You may request to sit outside but we may not be able to accommodate your request.Gola serves modern Italian cuisine that highlights imported Italian ingredients along with proudly supporting local farms and wineries. The menu, created by Chef Sam Epps, is meant to give new experiences driven by passion and tradition. The seasonally inspired menu (updated weekly) is accompanied by a well-curated Italian and Finger Lakes wine list as well as a rotating selection of both inventive and classic cocktails. We are happy to provide champagne toasts or specialty cakes for your celebration!
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3. Revelry Yards
4.2
Awesome(76)
Price: Moderate
• American • Ithaca
Booked 25 times today
Located on restaurant row, just off The Commons, Revelry Yards features weekday lunch, weekend brunch and nightly dinner menu. Revelry Yards features up to a dozen craft beers produced in the microbrewery upstairs.​The freshly renovated space also features a full service beer garden behind restaurant row dubbed The Yards. This expansive outdoor patio orbits around the “Container Bar” fabricated out of a shipping container. Enjoy, full bar offerings and the aroma of our wood fired pizza oven as this urban space buzzes during the warm weather.
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4. Monks on the Commons
3.5
Very Good(135)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Ithaca
Booked 5 times today
Here at Monks on the Commons, we embrace the communal spirit and strive to promote the best the region has to offer. We consider it our calling to create thoughtful food and drink in a space you can share with other good and like-minded people. We hope you make it your calling to check us out and find some respite from the pace of modern life.
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5. The Strand Cafe
4.2
Awesome(13)
Price: Expensive
• American • Ithaca
Booked 4 times today
Located inside the Canopy by Hilton hotel, nestled right at the top of the commons. The Strand provides locals, as well as weary travelers, a place for respite and stimulation. Our stated mission prioritizes quality of experience over quantity. We're known for: 600 degree brick oven for pizza, the best spicy margarita in town, cooper horse coffee in the mornings, being the perfect spot to quietly study, or host your next happy hour.
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6. Eataly Ristorante - Short Hills
3.7
Very Good(443)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Millburn
Booked 208 times today
While pizza and pasta are just the tip of the Italian iceberg, there is a reason these two culinary staples are the most beloved exports from Italy. Enjoy our seasonal selection just steps away from where our expert pasta chefs and dough-slinging pizzaioli (pizza makers) create dishes before your eyes.
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7. The Refinery
4.9
Exceptional(169)
Price: Expensive
• American • West Wyoming
Booked 36 times today
A unique dining experience in the heart of downtown Pittston! Refined Italian Cuisine "Grandma's Heart, With A Modern Hand"
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8. The Saddle River Inn
4.9
Exceptional(3114)
Price: Expensive
• French • Saddle River
Booked 20 times today
Romantic BYOB set inside an elegantly restored barn serving upscale French-American cuisine.
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9. Felina - Summit
4.3
Awesome(164)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Summit
Booked 52 times today
Felina Summit extends the legacy of Felina Ridgewood and Felina Steak in Jersey City. Guests can indulge in elevated Italian comfort food prepared with modern techniques, showcased in a large scale open kitchen adorned with terrazzo and mosaic marble detailing. A floating kitchen hood adds a contemporary touch, while the restaurant’s grandeur dining room features a fireplace, a 60-seat bar featuring five signature negronis on tap, and a step-down dining area that enhances its inviting ambiance.
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10. Rizzo's House of Parm
4.8
Exceptional(1824)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Fort Erie
Booked 57 times today
A casual restaurant in Crystal Beach, Ontario. Homemade food, from our family to yours.Reservations are strongly recommended, walk-in availability limited.Please note that walk-in availability is based on a first-come, first-served basis and is a mixture of table and bar seating.We we will do our very best to accommodate seating preferences. However, as a small restaurant it may not be possible to be located in certain areas or connected/beside other groups of reservations.

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  • Tia
    Upstate New York •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Some of the best food my date and I have ever had! Went there for Valentine’s day, and it was clean, and the wait staff was so incredibly nice. The service was frequent but not too often, and we even had a special valentines themed dessert that was outstanding. We had shrimp scampi, porcini campanelle, octopus salad, and calamari, all of which were fantastic. Would 100% go again for a special occasion!
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    Taverna BanfiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Ithaca
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    4.7
  • Tracie
    Upstate New York •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Hidden gem. We made reservations in advance, recommended. Tasty and authentic food. I had the linguine with butternut squash and sundried tomatoes. Delicious. My friend had the gnocchi with a side of meatballs. Authentic and seasoned to want you to eat every bite. The service was excellent and the ambience was exceptional. I am curious if the menu changes seasonally. I definitely will dine there again.
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    Gola OsteriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Ithaca
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    4.5
  • KimVIP
    New York City •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 8, 2025
    Food and beer were great. Our sever, Brandon C was awesome
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    Revelry YardsPrice: Moderate• American• Ithaca
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    4.2
  • DavidVIP
    Toronto / Ontario •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 1, 2025
    Always happy with the quality of food and service here.Best place for a late night bite in Ithaca.
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    Monks on the CommonsPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Ithaca
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    3.5
  • normanVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •31 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 7, 2024
    Perfect except for inexperienced, but pleasant wait staff
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    The Strand CafePrice: Expensive• American• Ithaca
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    4.2

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