Waterfront Ithaca Finger Lakes Restaurant
Enjoy an unforgettable dining scene in Ithaca, NY, at our waterfront restaurant and bar overlooking Cayuga Lake.
Savor the finest Cuisine du Terroir in the Finger Lakes while enjoying panoramic views of Cayuga Lake at the Inn Restaurant. Dine in style in our private "Jones Room" and enjoy a customized menu featuring the freshest seasonal ingredients. Sip a drink while marveling at the stunning sunsets from the patio of our lively bar in Ithaca at the Inn at Taughannock Falls.
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
$15
Crisp Crouton, Parmesan Tuile, Our Dressing, Lemon, Marinated White Anchovies
Burrata Salad (Vegetarian)
$15
Caramelized Fig Jam, Toasted Hazelnuts, Micro Basil, Lemon-Rum Vinaigrette, Honeynut Squash
Tomato Salad Toast (Vegetarian)
$17
Assorted Heirloom Tomatoes, White Balsamic Glaze, Torn Herbs, Grilled Focaccia, Fromage Blanc
Smoked Tomato Bisque (Vegetarian)
$14
Preserved Onion, Creme Fraiche, Lemon V erbena Oil, Gruyere Crouton
Artichoke Brandade (Vegan)
$15
Smoked Artichoke Puree, Ginger-Spiced Pickled Rainbow Carrots Homemade Crackers,
ENTREES
Ponzu-Glazed Arctic Char (GF)
$38
Soy-Sesame Risotto, Pickled Radish, Compressed Mushrooms with Salted Chili Peppers
Pot Roast
$34
Farrotto, Fava Beans, Pickled Watermelon, Preserved Lemon Gremolata
Filet Mignon
$45
Potato Puree, Garlic Greens, Sauce Bordelaise
Mushroom Frite (Vegan, GF)
$35
Crispy Fried Wellspring Farm Mushroom Edamame Puree, Aioli, Microgreens, Marcona Almond Paste
Charcuterie Bolognese
$34
Homemade Pappardelle, Parmesan Reggiano Smoked Beef and Pork Bolognese Sauce Bechamel
Chicken Saltimbocca
$36
Crispy Chicken Roulade Wit h Sage and Proscuitto Autumn Squash, Greens Vin Santo Sauce
DESSERTS
Spiced Lava Cake (GF)
$15
Caramel, Bourbon, Cream Cheese Frosting Candied Orange, Cranberry Reduction
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)
with Salted Maple, Red Onion Jam, and Gruyere Cheese
Duck Leg Confit and Purple Potatoes Poutine
Smoked Onion Gravy, Goat Cheese and Rum-Soaked Cranberries
Grilled Lion's Mane Mushroom (VG)
Green Onion Aioli, Pickled Watermelon Radish, and Smoked Paprika Gastrique
Rye Gnocchi
Smoked Turkey Ragu, Braised Cabbage, and Cranberry Marmalade
ENTREES (Choose One)
Filet Mignon (GF)
Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Maple-Glazed Carrots, and Bordelaise Sauce
Turkey Dinner
NY State Turkey Breast Roulade with Stuffing, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Brussels Sprouts, and Cranberry Sauce
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)
with Cranberry Gastrique, Caramelized Brussels Sprouts, Black Trumpet Mushroom Gravy, and Maple-Glazed Chestnuts
DESSERTS (Choose One)
Pie Flight
Classic Selection of Three Mini Pies
Chocolate Brownie Sundae
Hot Fudge & Ice Cream
Poached Pear (VG)
with Candied Pistachios and Port Wine Reduction
Wine List
Red Wine
Pinot Noir, Dr. Konstantin Frank
6oz $10
9oz $12
Btl $41
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Pinot Noir, Ravines Wine Cellar
6oz $10
9oz $15
Btl $43
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2019
Saperavi , Dr. Konstantin Frank
6oz $14
9oz $20
Btl $58
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2020
Merlot, Ryan William
6oz $6
9oz $9
Btl $25
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2017
Cabernet Franc, Ryan William
6oz $7
9oz $11
Btl $31
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2018
Cabernet Franc Magdalena, Hermann J.Wiemer
Btl $60
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Syrah, Hector Wine Co.
Btl $70
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Maximilien Blend, Ravines
6oz $13
9oz $19
Btl $54
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2018
MC2 Blend,Damiani
6oz $9
9oz $14
Btl $40
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Proprietor’s Reserve, Frontenac Estate
6oz $9
9oz $14
Btl $40
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes,2017
Super Tuscan, Setti Ponto Crognolo
6oz $60
Italy, Tuscany, 2020
Cabernet Sauvignon, Roth
6oz $13
9oz $18
Btl $55
Sonoma, California 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon, Sterling
6oz $12
9oz $17
Btl $50
Napa Valley, California 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon, Charles Krug
Btl $70
Napa Valley, California 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon, Stag’s Lea
Btl $90
Napa Valley, California 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak
Btl $120
Alexander Valley, Sonoma, California 2018
Rose Wine
Hosmer Dry Rose
6oz $7
9oz $10
Btl $30
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Whispering Angel
6oz $12
9oz $18
Btl $50
Provence, France 2021
White Wine
Dry Riesling, Thirsty Owl
6oz $6
9oz $9
Btl $27
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Semi-DryRiesling, Dr. Konstantin Frank
6oz $7
9oz $11
Btl $32
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Gewurztraminer, Silver Thread
6oz $8
9oz $12
Btl $35
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Chardonnay, Lakewood
6oz $6
9oz $9
Btl $25
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Sauvignon Blanc, Hector Wine Co.
6oz $7
9oz $10
Btl $28
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Pinot Grigio, Banfi San Angelo
9oz $13
Btl $37
6oz $9
Tuscany, Italy 2021
Sauvignon Blanc, Loveblock
6oz $11
9oz $15
Btl $43
Marlborough, New Zealand 2021
Chardonnay, Cakebread
Btl $68
Napa Valley, California 2019
Fortified Wines
Apple Dessert Wine,Black Diamond Cider
3oz $5
Btl $40
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 750ml, 2017
Fonseca Port, Bin No. 27
3oz $5
Douro, Portugal, NV
Fonseca Port, 10 Year Tawny
3oz $8
Douro, Portugal, NV
Fonseca Port, 20 Year Tawny
3oz $14
Douro, Portugal, NV
Sparkling & Champagne
Naomi Riesling, Hosmer Winery
6oz $8
Btl $30
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York NV
Cuvée Brut, Hermann J. Wieme
Btl $60
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2017
Prosecco, La Marca
6oz $9
Btl $36
Veneto, Italy NV
Aria Cava Brut, Segura Viudas
6oz $6
Btl $25
Penedes, Spain NV
Brut, Piper-Heidsieck
Btl $92
Champagne, France NV
Brut, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label
Btl $120
Champagne, France NV
Blanc de Blancs Brut, Taittinger
Btl $300
Champagne, France,2011
Vintage Brut, Dom Perignon
Btl $350
Champagne, France, 2009
Draft Beer
Ommegang Witte Wheat Ale
Pint $6
Lucky Hare Millennium Falcon
Pint $6
Stella Artois
Pint $6
Bud Light
Pint $6
Guinness
Pint $6