Just a Taste Wine & Tapas Bar
Tapas Restaurant and Wine Bar$$$$
Ithaca
"Do a wine flight (or 2!) Plenty of options for food, all tasty!"(6 Tips)
"potato wedges with the chipolte sauce"(3 Tips)
"A perfect date spot!"(2 Tips)
"... when I lived here - sangria was strong and delicious & all the tapas..."(3 Tips)
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Simon KratzerJanuary 30, 2017Their flat bread is amazing. Call beforehand and make a reservation, so you don't have to wait for your table.
Upvote3Downvote- Andrew CSeptember 1, 2016OMG this place is heaven... Wish I came more often when I lived here - sangria was strong and delicious & all the tapas plates are hot, delicious, and cooked to perfection!!!Upvote1Downvote
- Eric HinmanOctober 26, 2014Get there at 515 to wait in line for their 530 opening. Tables fill up quick - for a good reason. Incredible food. Brussels sprouts + mixed greens in garlic both amazing. Order 3-4 plates per person.UpvoteDownvote
Brad PetersJuly 27, 2016I always look for wine bars on the road and this is at the top of my list. Great staff and tons of wines. Flights are a must. Cheers.
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Noah DavisNovember 1, 2020Great tapas, right in the commons, good service and quality food at an affordable priceUpvote1Downvote
Erik MichielsenJanuary 22, 2016Get the clams and also the salt cod fritters. Pair nicely with Spanish reds but betting local whites would dance well too.UpvoteDownvote
Mark D. FriedmanApril 14, 2018Order slowly. Great choices. All really good. Russet potato wedge and cheddar broccoli were great. So was kimchi steakUpvoteDownvote
Amanda LincolnJuly 9, 2012Delightful! The focaccia with roasted garlic is to die for, spicy shrimp is cilantro-y and delicious. Dip the bread in the leftover shrimp broth! Love this place!Upvote1Downvote
Jamie KApril 1, 2013Delicious food. Everything was stellar. They are super busy and don't take reservations, so unless you have an hour to kill on their waiting list, get there when they open.UpvoteDownvote- Phil AdamsJuly 30, 2015A wine flight is always the right decision. You're getting tapas - flights are the same thing for drinks! Perfect pairings for each dish :)UpvoteDownvote
Calvin MultanenMarch 1, 2015My favorite restaurant in Ithaca. Great variety of tapas and wines for very reasonable prices. Nice date spot.UpvoteDownvote- amanda gumtowOctober 8, 2010Amazing food. Love to try different flights of wine from around the world when ever I go! The potato wedges with the chipolte sauce is a must as well as the warm chocolate souffle for dessert!Upvote2Downvote
Alex FishJune 15, 2015Great wine flights and simple plates that are good to share. Try the Rustic Potatoes and the meatballsUpvoteDownvote
Marc PhillipsNovember 10, 2012Fantastic restaurant. Slow service, but the food more than made up for it! Definitely get the potatoes and chipotle aioli! A Big Red wine flight is also mandatory.UpvoteDownvote
Lucy N.June 28, 2011If the weather cooperates, sit on the patio in the back - so much nicer than sidewalk seating at other restaurants. Everything on the menu is great, but the quail was exceptional.Upvote1Downvote
Paul HSeptember 12, 2012Fantastic place. Great service. The flights are neat. Indoor and outdoor seating. I just wish it had a better indoor atmosphere.UpvoteDownvote
The brussels sprouts sauteed in brown butter with garlic, pecans, and romano cheese may be the tastiest thing on the planet.Upvote7Downvote
Brian KaiserAugust 7, 2010absolutely some of the best food and wine in ithaca especially if you like something new. menu changes daily and a lot of their food is local. try the caesar saladUpvoteDownvote
Brittany NormanMarch 28, 2013Definitely try the Big Reds wine flight. The flatbreads are great and the cheese selection is delicious!Upvote1Downvote
MaryEllen ColemanApril 8, 2016The food was great with perfectly sized portions and fast service. But it was really crowded and noisy.UpvoteDownvote
I know this a tapas bar but the wings are phenomenal! Don't leave without trying them!Upvote1Downvote
Angela DayAugust 31, 2019Nothing special... waitresses weren’t attentive, food was meh. The soufflé (the 1 item I heard was a highlight) was so underwhelming. It was a tiny blob of chocolate lava cake w cream on top.UpvoteDownvote
- Holley ASeptember 10, 2010It gets crowded fast so if you are in the area before you want to eat, go down and put your name and cellphone on the list! I learned this the hard/stupid way!UpvoteDownvote
- Patty SingerJuly 22, 2013Do a wine flight (or 2!) Plenty of options for food, all tasty!Upvote1Downvote
Yacobus KunharibowoMarch 8, 2014Come early as you can, especially on Friday evening. The wine is fantastic!UpvoteDownvote
Off The QuadApril 6, 2011Ya can’t go wrong with just a taste of any of the tapas, but we’d definitely recommend finishing off with the Chocolate Ganache.UpvoteDownvote- $4 sangrias are unbeatable. Best you'll get in Ithaca.UpvoteDownvote
PattyJuly 30, 2012Everything we ordered tasted great and very well priced! Loved the squashUpvoteDownvote
the focaccia is an essential companion to your meal. (or it'd make a nice snack by itself with a glass of wine)Upvote4Downvote
Jason MossJanuary 24, 2012If I lived in Ithaca, I would come here daily. Come in January when there is less risk of long waits.Upvote1Downvote
Wando HoltMarch 9, 2014Space your choices out so that you don't get all of the good at once.UpvoteDownvote
sat pAugust 14, 2011One of the cleanest men's restrooms in a restaurant I've seen in the state of New York.Upvote1Downvote
Yong Lin OngApril 14, 2018Waited for 2 hours for a table. Staff was unhelpful in getting us the table as soon as possible. Skipped our turn for regular customers even when we have already waited for 90 mins.UpvoteDownvote
Morgen McLaughlinMarch 14, 2010Absolutely love this wine bar, especially the wine flights!Upvote1Downvote
Anee VeeAugust 9, 2014Potato wedges don't meet the hype- and no one ever needs that much aioli. No one.Upvote1Downvote
OlgaMarch 25, 2015No tiene nada che ver con la tapas espanolas. Caro, soso y desagradable. Il posto fa schifo, da evitare. Lascia perdere. Has nothing to do with spanish cuisine, отвратительное место, дорого и невкусноUpvoteDownvote
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(607) 277-9463
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