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Name: Moosewood
Address: 215 North Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY, United States, 14850
Telephone: (607) 273-9610
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

Moosewood

4.2

519 Reviews

$30 and under

Vegetarian

215 North Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY 14850

About this restaurant

Innovative
Vegetarian-friendly
Healthy

open since 1973, serving vegan and vegetarian fare, as well as fish and shrimp, and featuring house-made desserts and cocktails, local wines and beers

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Vegetarian, International, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Summer Hours: Dinner 5:30pm - 9:00pm Everyday Brunch: Sunday's 10:30am - 2:30pm Lunch: 11:30am - 3:00pm Dinner: 5:30pm - 8:30pm, Fridays & Saturdays until 9:00pm
Phone number
(607) 273-9610
Website
http://www.moosewoodcooks.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
215 North Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
Neighborhood
Ithaca
Cross street
East Seneca
Parking details
None
Entertainment
Sunday lunch live music
Additional
Bar Dining, Cafe, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

Pinot Noir - Santa Barbara, California 2012
Strawberry and cherry on the nose; bright, versatile, a nise long finish
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Malbec - Zucchardi "Q", Arzentina 2012
Deep purple color with aromas of black fruits, and cassis. Full bodied with sweet and firm tannins
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - Hess, California
Black cherry and chocolate aromas with subtle spice; ripe and round tannins with a persistent finish
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Merlot - Gordon Estate, Washington 2010
Well rounded, berry fruit with peppery finish
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Zinfandel - Peachy Canyon, California 2010
Aromas of dark berries and vanilla, with smoke and caramel notes; a long, juicy finish
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Chianti - Gabbiano Classico, Italy 2011
Medium-bodied with rich berry and black pepper notes; well balanced
- Glass$6.50
- Bottle$24.00
Shiraz - Rosemount Estate, Australia 2012
Rich texture with flavors or ripe blackberry; soft and generous tannins
- Glass$6.50
- Bottle$24.00
Rioja Reserva - Antano, Spain 2009
A Classic rioja with granache and tempranillo. A Complex nose with notes of leather, spice, and vanilla. Aged in oak for 12 months
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00

White

Semi-Dry Riesllng - Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes 2011
Hints of orange blossom and pear on the nose. A juicy palate presents notes of peach
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Gewurztraminer - Glenora, Finger Lakes 2012
Award winning wine with a subtle spiciness and elegant finish
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Chardonnay - Herman J. Weimer - Finger Lakes 2012
Dry and well balanced with subtle oak
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Sauvignon Blanc - Bablch, New Zealand, 2013
Tropical fruit flavors, well rounded, and balanced; delicious from start to finish
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Dry Rlesllng - Treleaven, Finger Lakes 2012
Slightly sweet with apple and lime acidity
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00
Chardonnay - Santa Barbara, California 2012
Bright citrus aromas with a stone fruit finish
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00

Sparkling

Prosecco - La Marca, Italy
A light perfume and pleasantly bitter taste; light bodied and crisp
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$26.00

House Wines

Pinto Grigio - Walnut Crest, Italy 2013
Fresh and fruity, pairs well with seafood and pasta dishes
- Glass$5.00
- 1/2 Carafe$11.00
- Carafe$19.00
Chardonnay - Fox Run, Finger Lakes 2012
Aromas of apple, pear and spice, with a soft finish
- Glass$5.00
- 1/2 Carafe$11.00
- Carafe$19.00
Merlot - Lindemans, Australia 2013
Smooth and full flavored, with hints of chocolate and spice; aged in oak, with a complex finish
- Glass$5.00
- 1/2 Carafe$11.00
- Carafe$19.00
Blush - Swedish Hill, Finger lakes
Semi-sweet with fruity aromas. Pairs well with fresh fruits
- Glass$5.00
- 1/2 Carafe$11.00
- Carafe$19.00

House Cocktails

Grapefruit-Basil Martini$7.50
Organic 360 vodka, muddled basil, Fresh grapefruit juice, simple syrup
Picarita$7.50
Jose Cuervo infused with jalapeno, triple sec, fresh lime juice, simple syrup
Bees knees$7.00
Organic Farmers gin, Fresh squeezed orange and lemon juice, local honey
Blackberry Margarita$7.50
Jose Cuervo blended with triple sec, Fresh lime juice, blackberries and Monin blackberry syrup
Pear Cosmopolitan$8.50
Grey Goose La Poire, Cointreau, cranberry juice, Fresh lime juice, simple syrup. Served up
Kitchen Garden Bloody Mary$7.50
Organic 360 vodka infused with thyme, rosemary and dill, house bloody Mary mix, Fresh celery, cracked black pepper
Figetabout-it$7.50
Woodford Reserve bourbon infused with black mission figs and spices, sweet vermouth, Served up
Black Diamond Martini$7.50
Organic 360 vodka infused with apple, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg & orange, Fresh lemon juice, simple syrup
Hot Spiced Cider$7.50
Captain Morgan's spiced rum, NYS Apple cider, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange

Beers

We offer rotating taps of local craft beer, and a diverse selection of bottled beers

Draft Beer

Pint$6.00
Beer Flight$7.00
Pitcher$18.00

Bottles

Wolaver's Organic Oatmeal Stout$6.00
Brooklyn Lager$5.00
Great Lakes IPA$5.50
Amstel Light$5.00
Corona Extra$5.00
Omission Gluten-free Pale Ale$6.00
O'Douls Amber (Non-alcoholic)$5.00
Peak Organic Seasonal$6.00
Mckenzie's Seasonal Reserve Hard Cider$7.00

Apenufs

Port - Taylor Fladgate Vintage - Portugal, 2007$8.00
Rated 90 points by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Prominent tannins give way to ripe and sweet fruit, with a robust character
Sherry - Old Oloroso, Spain$8.50
A distinctive blend of Palomino gapes aged in oak casks for 13 years

What 519 people are saying

Moosewood reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
3.9Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

519 Reviews

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Pegs
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 29, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My girlfriends and I were thrilled with food options and incredible service! I bought the most recent cookbook and can’t wait to try some of the recipes!!
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LoriB
Washington DC6 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 27, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A delicious healthy meal always to be had here. Very creative with ingredients.
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Raingrl
Portland8 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 23, 2017
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
I use many of the Moosewood cookbooks, and was excited to have the opportunity to dine at the mother ship. It was a big disappointment. The restaurant was shabby, (think tears in the vinyl on the booth benches),the service indifferent, and the food was poorly executed. I had one of the daily specials, shrimp with red cabbage slaw served with polenta cakes. The cakes were dry and cold, the slaw as slimy and limp and the shrimp were mushy. I ordered house made ice cream for desert, and though the flavor was good the ice cream was very icy and crunchy. Don't waste your time here. Cook at home from the cookbooks instead.
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Katherine VIP
Ottawa6 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 14, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were in town for a concert at the Theatre down the street. Great location. Very good service. Food was good. Nice if small wine selection.
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Barbara VIP
New York City50 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 13, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wanted to go to this vegetarian restaurant for years. Finally went while on a road trip. It did not disappoint in any way. The creative menu is sure to please anyone, nice wine and great beer selection. Very nice environment in a great location in Ithaca. The cookbooks and other memorabilia are available too.
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Victoria
Philadelphia26 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 13, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
This visit got off to a rocky start when we were seated at a table outside the open waiters' station with a nasty draft. Since we'd made a reservation weeks in advance for our anniversary dinner, I asked to be moved. At first I was told no other tables were available (it was 6pm and half the tables were open), but after some discussion, the restaurant relented and found a warmer, more intimate table. Once settled, we enjoyed the food, the huge salads that accompany them, a fair bottle of rioja and dessert. Dessert, even the iconic brownie that has been served since the 70s, was a disappointment, but dinner was decent if not spectacular. With so many restaurants concentrating on locally sourced and vegetable options, it might be time for Moosewood to step up its game.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined on October 9, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Moosewood is the Ithaca restaurant with a national reputation. Decades ago I used to eat lunch there most days. Now Moosewood has become one of Ithaca's pricier eateries. The food is excellent. The salad (I always go with the house dressing) that accompanies each entree is as good as ever. My adult son, who tends to order vegan, asked for brown rice to complete his not-substantial-enough vegetarian entree. The service was excellent. The waitperson was very friendly.
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ErikP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 8, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Haven't been to the Moosewood in 20 years, and it still does not disappoint. Excellent vegetarian options, tasty desserts too. If we lived in Ithaca, we would be regulars.
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brawk
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 7, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top shelf food with a plethora of veggie and vegan options.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 6, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food... it had been thirty years since my last visit. Worth the wait....
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215 North Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY 14850

Additional information

Cross street
East Seneca
Neighborhood
Ithaca
Hours of operation
Summer Hours: Dinner 5:30pm - 9:00pm Everyday Brunch: Sunday's 10:30am - 2:30pm Lunch: 11:30am - 3:00pm Dinner: 5:30pm - 8:30pm, Fridays & Saturdays until 9:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Vegetarian, International, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Sunday lunch live music
Additional
Bar Dining, Cafe, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.moosewoodcooks.com/
Phone number
(607) 273-9610

Moosewood

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Wines

Red

Pinot Noir - Santa Barbara, California 2012

Malbec - Zucchardi "Q", Arzentina 2012

Cabernet Sauvignon - Hess, California

Merlot - Gordon Estate, Washington 2010

Zinfandel - Peachy Canyon, California 2010

Chianti - Gabbiano Classico, Italy 2011

Shiraz - Rosemount Estate, Australia 2012

Rioja Reserva - Antano, Spain 2009

White

Semi-Dry Riesllng - Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes 2011

Gewurztraminer - Glenora, Finger Lakes 2012

Chardonnay - Herman J. Weimer - Finger Lakes 2012

Sauvignon Blanc - Bablch, New Zealand, 2013

Dry Rlesllng - Treleaven, Finger Lakes 2012

Chardonnay - Santa Barbara, California 2012

Sparkling

Prosecco - La Marca, Italy

House Wines

Pinto Grigio - Walnut Crest, Italy 2013

Chardonnay - Fox Run, Finger Lakes 2012

Merlot - Lindemans, Australia 2013

Blush - Swedish Hill, Finger lakes

House Cocktails

Grapefruit-Basil Martini$7.50

Picarita$7.50

Bees knees$7.00

Blackberry Margarita$7.50

Pear Cosmopolitan$8.50

Kitchen Garden Bloody Mary$7.50

Figetabout-it$7.50

Black Diamond Martini$7.50

Hot Spiced Cider$7.50

Beers

Draft Beer

Pint$6.00

Beer Flight$7.00

Pitcher$18.00

Bottles

Wolaver's Organic Oatmeal Stout$6.00

Brooklyn Lager$5.00

Great Lakes IPA$5.50

Amstel Light$5.00

Corona Extra$5.00

Omission Gluten-free Pale Ale$6.00

O'Douls Amber (Non-alcoholic)$5.00

Peak Organic Seasonal$6.00

Mckenzie's Seasonal Reserve Hard Cider$7.00

Apenufs

Port - Taylor Fladgate Vintage - Portugal, 2007$8.00

Sherry - Old Oloroso, Spain$8.50

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