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Splurge in Ithaca (New York)
Splurge in Ithaca (New York)
The Heights Cafe 903 Hanshaw Rd. 607-257-4144, . Lunch and dinner. This upscale American-style restaurant is hidden in the ritzy Cayuga Heights area of Ithaca. The menu is definitely among the pricier in Ithaca, but the food is well worth it. This is a great place for a special occasion. Lunch $10-$15. Dinner entrees $20-$30.
John Thomas Steakhouse 1150 Danby Road, 607-273-2734 or 800-765-1492, . What is probably one of Ithaca's most expensive restaurants is also one of of the best. This traditional steakhouse is in an old farmhouse adjacent to La Tourelle Country Inn on the way to Danby, just past Ithaca College on route 96B. Big steaks prepared traditionally are rated among the best in the state, including NYC. Great for a fancy date or to have your parents take you for parents' weekend. Entrees $20-$30.
Dijon 311 Third ST 607-256-0503, . Dinner only; book reservations in advance. This restaurant is a culinary gem in the heart of Ithaca. Traditional French cuisine with an eye for seasonal specials. Dinner $20+.
ZaZa's Cucina, 622 Cascadilla St., 607-273-9292, . Located on the west end of town, this restaurant offers appealing if a bit pricey (for Ithaca) authentic Italian cuisine in a sumptuous, elegant setting that belies its former incarnation as a video store. The food gets rave reviews. Good wine list with extensive selections from Italy. Entrees $11-$25.
Boatyard Grill, 525 Taughannock Blvd., 607-256-2628, . Great lively atmosphere right along Cayuga Inlet. Located on a peninsula directly across from Cornell University's boathouse, Boatyard Grill serves greasy food (in good portion sizes). Does not accept reservations but with "call-ahead" you can cut your wait time down significantly. Even with call-ahead, expect to wait awhile on parents' weekends as this is a student's favorite when mom and pop are in paying. Entrees $15-$25.
Watercress, 2 Hickory Hollow Ln (off Taughannock Rd just past Pyramid Mall), 607-257-0859, . Lunch and dinner, Mediterranean-inspired fine food.
Taughannock Farms Inn - see Trumansburg.
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