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Drink & Dine at Inn at Taughannock Falls Hotels in Ithaca, New York
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Waterfront Ithaca Finger Lakes Restaurant

Enjoy an unforgettable dining scene in Ithaca, NY, at our waterfront restaurant and bar overlooking Cayuga Lake.

The Inn Restaurant

Indulge in a delicious American-Mediterranean Cuisine paired with the finest collection of wines at our seasonal Ithaca restaurant. From dining inside the room with waterfront views to dining al fresco on our patio overlooking the lake, our onsite dining experience will impress you.
  • Hours
    • Operating hours: 5pm - 9pm
    • The restaurant operates seasonally and is currently closed with an expected reopening date of March 29, 2024.
    • There is no formal dress code for the restaurant.
    • All restaurant guests are welcome to enjoy our outdoor spaces and fire features.
    • Deposits may be required for special days and menus.

Bar & Terrace

Unwind after a day of local exploration and wine tasting by relaxing fireside on our deck. Enjoy the dancing flames of the fire pit and the breathtaking sunset over Cayuga Lake - the perfect way to end the day.
  • Hours
    • Our seasonal Bar & Patio is open every day, weather permitting, from 5 pm to 9 pm
    • December through March, bar hours are subject to change based on weather and availability.

Black Diamond Express

Enjoy light bites and hot beverages in our food truck named in honor of the renowned Black Diamond Express train. This vintage train car was a flagship passenger train of the Lehigh Valley Railroad train, which connected NYC to Buffalo from 1896-1959.

Our Menus

FALL 2023 MENU

APPETIZERS

Caesar Salad
Caesar Salad
$15
Crisp Crouton, Parmesan Tuile, Our Dressing, Lemon, Marinated White Anchovies

Burrata Salad (Vegetarian)
Burrata Salad (Vegetarian)
$15
Caramelized Fig Jam, Toasted Hazelnuts, Micro Basil, Lemon-Rum Vinaigrette, Honeynut Squash

Tomato Salad Toast (Vegetarian)
Tomato Salad Toast (Vegetarian)
$17
Assorted Heirloom Tomatoes, White Balsamic Glaze, Torn Herbs, Grilled Focaccia, Fromage Blanc

Smoked Tomato Bisque (Vegetarian)
Smoked Tomato Bisque (Vegetarian)
$14
Preserved Onion, Creme Fraiche, Lemon V erbena Oil, Gruyere Crouton

Artichoke Brandade (Vegan)
Artichoke Brandade (Vegan)
$15
Smoked Artichoke Puree, Ginger-Spiced Pickled Rainbow Carrots Homemade Crackers,

ENTREES

Ponzu-Glazed Arctic Char (GF)
Ponzu-Glazed Arctic Char (GF)
$38
Soy-Sesame Risotto, Pickled Radish, Compressed Mushrooms with Salted Chili Peppers

Pot Roast
Pot Roast
$34
Farrotto, Fava Beans, Pickled Watermelon, Preserved Lemon Gremolata

Filet Mignon
Filet Mignon
$45
Potato Puree, Garlic Greens, Sauce Bordelaise

Mushroom Frite (Vegan, GF)
Mushroom Frite (Vegan, GF)
$35
Crispy Fried Wellspring Farm Mushroom Edamame Puree, Aioli, Microgreens, Marcona Almond Paste

Charcuterie Bolognese
Charcuterie Bolognese
$34
Homemade Pappardelle, Parmesan Reggiano Smoked Beef and Pork Bolognese Sauce Bechamel

Chicken Saltimbocca
Chicken Saltimbocca
$36
Crispy Chicken Roulade Wit h Sage and Proscuitto Autumn Squash, Greens Vin Santo Sauce

DESSERTS

Spiced Lava Cake (GF)
Spiced Lava Cake (GF)
$15
Caramel, Bourbon, Cream Cheese Frosting Candied Orange, Cranberry Reduction

S’mores Ice Cream Sundae
S’mores Ice Cream Sundae
$14
Brownie, Graham Cracker Sable Toasted Marshmallow Cream Chocolate Ice Cream, Walnuts & Cherries

Thanksgiving Menu

First Course (Choose One)

Caramelized Buttercup Squash Fondue (GF)
Caramelized Buttercup Squash Fondue (GF)
with Salted Maple, Red Onion Jam, and Gruyere Cheese

Duck Leg Confit and Purple Potatoes Poutine
Duck Leg Confit and Purple Potatoes Poutine
Smoked Onion Gravy, Goat Cheese and Rum-Soaked Cranberries

Grilled Lion's Mane Mushroom (VG)
Grilled Lion's Mane Mushroom (VG)
Green Onion Aioli, Pickled Watermelon Radish, and Smoked Paprika Gastrique

Rye Gnocchi
Rye Gnocchi
Smoked Turkey Ragu, Braised Cabbage, and Cranberry Marmalade

ENTREES (Choose One)

Filet Mignon (GF)
Filet Mignon (GF)
Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Maple-Glazed Carrots, and Bordelaise Sauce

Turkey Dinner
Turkey Dinner
NY State Turkey Breast Roulade with Stuffing, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Brussels Sprouts, and Cranberry Sauce

Salt-Crusted Baked Salmon (GF)
Salt-Crusted Baked Salmon (GF)
Roasted Root Vegetable, Leeks and Shallots, Beet Aioli, Herbs, and Flash Fried Green Beans

Black Lentil-Stuffed Delicata Squash (GF, VG)
Black Lentil-Stuffed Delicata Squash (GF, VG)
with Cranberry Gastrique, Caramelized Brussels Sprouts, Black Trumpet Mushroom Gravy, and Maple-Glazed Chestnuts

DESSERTS (Choose One)

Pie Flight
Pie Flight
Classic Selection of Three Mini Pies

Chocolate Brownie Sundae
Chocolate Brownie Sundae
Hot Fudge & Ice Cream

Poached Pear (VG)
Poached Pear (VG)
with Candied Pistachios and Port Wine Reduction

Wine List

Red Wine

Pinot Noir, Dr. Konstantin Frank
Pinot Noir, Dr. Konstantin Frank
6oz $10
9oz $12
Btl $41
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Pinot Noir, Ravines Wine Cellar
Pinot Noir, Ravines Wine Cellar
6oz $10
9oz $15
Btl $43
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2019

Saperavi , Dr. Konstantin Frank
Saperavi , Dr. Konstantin Frank
6oz $14
9oz $20
Btl $58
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2020

Merlot, Ryan William
Merlot, Ryan William
6oz $6
9oz $9
Btl $25
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2017

Cabernet Franc, Ryan William
Cabernet Franc, Ryan William
6oz $7
9oz $11
Btl $31
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2018

Cabernet Franc Magdalena, Hermann J.Wiemer
Cabernet Franc Magdalena, Hermann J.Wiemer
Btl $60
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Syrah, Hector Wine Co.
Syrah, Hector Wine Co.
Btl $70
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Maximilien Blend, Ravines
Maximilien Blend, Ravines
6oz $13
9oz $19
Btl $54
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2018

MC2 Blend,Damiani
MC2 Blend,Damiani
6oz $9
9oz $14
Btl $40
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Proprietor’s Reserve, Frontenac Estate
Proprietor’s Reserve, Frontenac Estate
6oz $9
9oz $14
Btl $40
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes,2017

Super Tuscan, Setti Ponto Crognolo
Super Tuscan, Setti Ponto Crognolo
6oz $60
Italy, Tuscany, 2020

Cabernet Sauvignon, Roth
Cabernet Sauvignon, Roth
6oz $13
9oz $18
Btl $55
Sonoma, California 2019

Cabernet Sauvignon, Sterling
Cabernet Sauvignon, Sterling
6oz $12
9oz $17
Btl $50
Napa Valley, California 2019

Cabernet Sauvignon, Charles Krug
Cabernet Sauvignon, Charles Krug
Btl $70
Napa Valley, California 2019

Cabernet Sauvignon, Stag’s Lea
Cabernet Sauvignon, Stag’s Lea
Btl $90
Napa Valley, California 2019

Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak
Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak
Btl $120
Alexander Valley, Sonoma, California 2018

Rose Wine

Hosmer Dry Rose
Hosmer Dry Rose
6oz $7
9oz $10
Btl $30
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Whispering Angel
Whispering Angel
6oz $12
9oz $18
Btl $50
Provence, France 2021

White Wine

Dry Riesling, Thirsty Owl
Dry Riesling, Thirsty Owl
6oz $6
9oz $9
Btl $27
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Semi-DryRiesling, Dr. Konstantin Frank
Semi-DryRiesling, Dr. Konstantin Frank
6oz $7
9oz $11
Btl $32
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Gewurztraminer, Silver Thread
Gewurztraminer, Silver Thread
6oz $8
9oz $12
Btl $35
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Chardonnay, Lakewood
Chardonnay, Lakewood
6oz $6
9oz $9
Btl $25
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Sauvignon Blanc, Hector Wine Co.
Sauvignon Blanc, Hector Wine Co.
6oz $7
9oz $10
Btl $28
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021

Pinot Grigio, Banfi San Angelo
Pinot Grigio, Banfi San Angelo
9oz $13
Btl $37
6oz $9
Tuscany, Italy 2021

Sauvignon Blanc, Loveblock
Sauvignon Blanc, Loveblock
6oz $11
9oz $15
Btl $43
Marlborough, New Zealand 2021

Chardonnay, Cakebread
Chardonnay, Cakebread
Btl $68
Napa Valley, California 2019

Fortified Wines

Apple Dessert Wine,Black Diamond Cider
Apple Dessert Wine,Black Diamond Cider
3oz $5
Btl $40
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 750ml, 2017

Fonseca Port, Bin No. 27
Fonseca Port, Bin No. 27
3oz $5
Douro, Portugal, NV

Fonseca Port, 10 Year Tawny
Fonseca Port, 10 Year Tawny
3oz $8
Douro, Portugal, NV

Fonseca Port, 20 Year Tawny
Fonseca Port, 20 Year Tawny
3oz $14
Douro, Portugal, NV

Sparkling & Champagne

Naomi Riesling, Hosmer Winery
Naomi Riesling, Hosmer Winery
6oz $8
Btl $30
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York NV

Cuvée Brut, Hermann J. Wieme
Cuvée Brut, Hermann J. Wieme
Btl $60
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2017

Prosecco, La Marca
Prosecco, La Marca
6oz $9
Btl $36
Veneto, Italy NV

Aria Cava Brut, Segura Viudas
Aria Cava Brut, Segura Viudas
6oz $6
Btl $25
Penedes, Spain NV

Brut, Piper-Heidsieck
Brut, Piper-Heidsieck
Btl $92
Champagne, France NV

Brut, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label
Brut, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label
Btl $120
Champagne, France NV

Blanc de Blancs Brut, Taittinger
Blanc de Blancs Brut, Taittinger
Btl $300
Champagne, France,2011

Vintage Brut, Dom Perignon
Vintage Brut, Dom Perignon
Btl $350
Champagne, France, 2009

Draft Beer

Ommegang Witte Wheat Ale
Ommegang Witte Wheat Ale
Pint $6

Lucky Hare Millennium Falcon
Lucky Hare Millennium Falcon
Pint $6

Stella Artois
Stella Artois
Pint $6

Bud Light
Bud Light
Pint $6

Guinness
Guinness
Pint $6

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