We were in town visiting Cornell, and the concierge at the hotel recommended this restaurant. We arrived at 7:30 pm on a Tuesday, and still had a 40 minute wait for a table. We were seated in the back courtyard at a small round table. This is a typical tapas-style restaurant. The idea is to order many small dishes to... more

Every time we visit Ithaca, we go to Just a Taste our first night, vowing to try another restaurant our second night. We always go back to Just a Taste. Other reviewers have talked about poor service, but that's not been our experience. In fact, our first night the meals came so quickly that we felt a bit rushed. Perhaps... more

My experience at Just a Taste was a complete disappointment. The service was AWFUL!!! We waited 10 minutes watching servers pass by, before someone even acknowledged our table, and then he was beyond rude!! Rolling his eyes, and snubbing his nose in the air, we felt insulted. It took another 10 minutes before our wine arrived, and we didn't receive... more

What a fantastic place! The food is ever-changing, and always phenomenal, the waitstaff is sometimes a bit overloaded and brusque but usually very nice and thrilled to give any input (wine suggestions, etc) and the atmosphere is great . The dining room is bustling and lively, while, for the summertime, the simple and lovely pleasure of eating outdoors under a... more

I've been coming to Ithaca for about 15 years and have been going to Just a Taste for as long. It's a real love hate relationship. The menu has variety and the food is great, but the core wait staff has a serious attitude problem. Once we came in late, asked if they were still serving and were told yes.... more

Over the past month, I've had the opportunity to visit at least three times for dinner. Each day, a new menu is created. Everything I've tried has been at least good and often exceptional. Some signature dishes, such as a delicious sliced chicken with roasted potatoes dish, seem to be carried on the menu every day. Many choices, though, are... more

A cold icy night in Ithaca and looking for a place to eat. The place filled up fast until all the tables were full. The waitress was friendly and attentive. The food was superb. I had a caesar salad that was 5 stars, and a huge grilled tenderloin with russet potatoes. Delicious sauce and cheese on the sirloin. A great... more

The best in Ithaca. more

Delicious, but sometimes the wait staff are not so helpful. more