American-Mediterranean Cuisine near Ithaca, NY
Indulge in some delectable Cuisine du Terroir in the Finger Lakes with gorgeous 180º views of Cayuga Lake at the Inn Restaurant near Ithaca, NY.
Our on-site restaurant prioritizes and serves dishes made from fresh regional ingredients with multiple vegan and gluten-free options. Located in the heart of Finger Lakes wine country, in Trumansburg, NY, our waterfront restaurant offers a variety of local wines and a finer selection of premium wines from the most impressive wine cellar in the region. We also find inspiration from the growth of fermentation as a practice in the industry and from the regional distillation culture. We're located next door to Taughannock Falls State Park and we encourage guests to explore the neighboring waterfall park before or after dinner during park hours.
American-Mediterranean Cuisine
Enjoy a memorable waterfront dining experience inside or dine al fresco on our patio overlooking the Cayuga Lake at the Inn Restaurant. Our lake view restaurant offers delicious American-Mediterranean Cuisine, and delights in putting seasonal flares on our made-from-scratch dishes. Our wine portfolio is carefully designed to appeal to any palette, and features a selection of Finger Lakes Wine, as well as domestic and international brands. Above all else - we hope your dinner experience with us is more than just about hunger. We want you to craft memories, and to use the amenities of the estate - fire pits, seating nooks, our scenic fountain - to relax and reconnect to the nature that surrounds us on all four compass points.
- Hours and Features
- In October we will be open Friday through Monday and in November we will be open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Our regular dinner hours are 5PM-9PM.
- There is no formal dress code for the restaurant.
- All restaurant guests are welcome to enjoy our multiple outdoor fire features - including the many fire pits and our stunning outside fireplace.
- The main dining room features 180 degree window views of Cayuga Lake.
- The Jones Room is available for private groups and dinner bookings.
- Outdoor seating is on a first come, first served basis and is not guaranteed.
- Deposits may be required for special days or menus.
Private Dining
Enjoy an intimate private dining experience at Jones Room, Ithaca's most spectacular private dining room. This elegant dining room is perfect for hosting events like weddings, rehearsal dinners, family reunions, business meetings, birthday parties, and bridal showers. Our chef will work with you to design a special menu. Contact our event specialist to plan and create a picture-perfect gathering for any special occasion.
Cornell University and Ithaca College Graduation Dining
Commencement weekend is an especially important and vital event, with students stepping out into the world and on to their next adventures. The Inn at Taughannock Falls is pleased to offer specialty dining menus on the weekends of Ithaca College and Cornell University commencement ceremonies. Additionally, the Enchantment Garden hosts a large-scale celebration opportunity during Cornell Graduation weekend for large parties or groups looking to celebrate together. Special booking instructions and reservations are required; please contact us for more information.
Our Menus
Example Thanksgiving Menu
This delightful prix-fixe menu allows you a custom choice for appetizer, entrée, and dessert while additionally bringing back family favorite recipes! This Thanksgiving Day Dinner Service will be hosted on November 26, 2026 and will run 12PM to 7PM. Celebrate with friends and family in the cozy setting of our lakeview Victorian Inn mansion!
First Course (Choose One)
Butternut Squash Bisque (GF, VG*)
Finished with Toasted Pepitas and Cream, Vegan Option available without Cream.
Farm Salad (GF, VG)
Mixed Greens, Roasted Corn, Avocado, Red Cabbage, Radish, Cucumber, Carrot, Cherry Tomato, Red Quinoa, and Champagne Vinaigrette
French Onion Stuffed Mushrooms
Baked Button Mushrooms Filled with Caramelized Onion and Melted Parmigiano Reggiano
Autumn Bruschetta
Roasted Crostini, Whipped Ricotta, Acorn Squash, Dried Cranberries, and Candied Pecans
ENTREES (Choose One)
Roasted New York Turkey (GF)
Choice of White or Dark Meat Served with Cranberry Sauce and Choice of White or Sweet Mashed Potatoes
Braised Short Ribs (GF)
Served with Red Wine Reduction, Choice of White or Sweet Mashed Potatoes
Pecan Crusted Sea Bass
Served with Maplejack Bourbon Sauce and Choice of White or Sweet Mashed Potatoes
Thanksgiving Bowl (GF, VG)
Cauliflower Steak, Vegan Mashed Potatoes, Heirloom Carrots, Acord Squash, Broccolini, Brussels Sprouts, served with Plant-Based Gravy and Cranberry Sauce
Family Style Sides
Served with the Turkey, Short Rib, and Sea Bass Entrees
Garlic Haricots Vert with Red Onion (GF, VG)
Maple Heirloom Carrots (GF, VG)
Brown Turkey Gravy (GF)
Cornbread Stuffing (VG)
DESSERTS (Choose One)
*Please inquire about our Vegan and Gluten Free Chocolate Torte
Apple or Pumpkin Pie
a la Mode
Chocolate Caramel Crunch (GF)
Chocolate Cake filled with Almond Bits
Lemon Sorbet (GF, VG)
Served in Natural Fruit Shell
Example Fall Menu
Our Fall Menu is both hearty and creative. New culinary creations greet the season with old fan favorites by their side. While enjoying the fall foliage from the comfort of our window-walled dining room, you can taste the local flavors of fall in the Finger Lakes.
Appetizers
Classic Caesar (GF*)
Romaine, House Made Caesar Dressing, Parmesan Crisp, House Made Crouton, Topped with White Anchovy
Autumn Salad (GF,VG*)
Mixed Greens, Local NY Apples, Candied Pecans, Goat Cheese, Pomegranate Vinaigrette, Pomegranate Seeds
Soup du Jour
A rotating collection of our favorite hearty, Fall soups.
Taughannock Harvest
Pomegranate Brussels Sprouts, Goat Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Toasted Pine Nuts and Bourbon Glazed Rainbow Carrots with Crispy Shallots and Pomegranate Seeds
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
Arugula and Balsamic Glaze
Entrees
New York Strip (GF)
Garlic Asparagus, Mashed Potatoes, Pink Peppercorn Sauce, Crispy Shallots
Guinness Beef Stew
Chuck Roast, Carrots, Potatoes, Celery, Onions, Sourdough Bread
Walnut-Crusted Chicken
Butternut Squash Puree, Grilled Broccolini, Maplejack Bourbon Sauce
Baked Pesto Halibut
Smoked Brown Butter Turnip Puree, Roasted Rainbow Carrots
Blackened Lion's Mane Steak (GF, VG)
Truffled Wild Rice, Roasted Rainbow Carrots, Red Wine Reduction
Sides
Rainbow Roasted Carrots
Butternut Squash Puree
Grilled Broccolini
Garnished with Spiced Mandarin Oranges and Orange Curd
Garlic Asparagus
Mashed Potatoes
Wine List
Red Wine
Pinot Noir, Dr. Konstantin Frank
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Pinot Noir, Ravines Wine Cellar
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2019
Saperavi,Dr. Konstantin Frank
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2020
Merlot, Ryan William
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2017
Cabernet Franc, Ryan William
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2018
Cabernet Franc Magdalena, Hermann J.Wiemer
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Syrah, Hector Wine Co.
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Maximilien Blend, Ravines
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2018
MC2 Blend,Damiani
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Proprietor’s Reserve, Frontenac Estate
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes,2017
Super Tuscan, Setti Ponto Crognolo
Italy, Tuscany, 2020
Cabernet Sauvignon, Roth
Sonoma, California 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon, Sterling
Napa Valley, California 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon, Charles Krug
Napa Valley, California 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags' Leap
Napa Valley, California 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak
Alexander Valley, Sonoma, California 2018
Rose Wine
Hosmer Dry Rose
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Whispering Angel
Provence, France 2021
White Wine
Dry Riesling, Thirsty Owl
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Semi-DryRiesling, Dr. Konstantin Frank
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Gewurztraminer, Silver Thread
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Chardonnay, Lakewood
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Sauvignon Blanc, Hector Wine Co.
Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2021
Pinot Grigio, Banfi San Angelo
Tuscany, Italy 2021
Sauvignon Blanc, Loveblock
Marlborough, New Zealand 2021
Chardonnay, Cakebread
Napa Valley, California 2019
Fortified Wines
Apple Dessert Wine,Black Diamond Cider
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 750ml, 2017
Fonseca Port, Bin No. 27
Douro, Portugal, NV
Fonseca Port, 10 Year Tawny
Douro, Portugal, NV
Fonseca Port, 20 Year Tawny
Douro, Portugal, NV
Sparkling & Champagne
Naomi Riesling, Hosmer Winery
Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York NV
Cuvée Brut, Hermann J. Wieme
Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York 2017
Prosecco, La Marca
Veneto, Italy NV
Aria Cava Brut, Segura Viudas
Penedes, Spain NV
Brut, Piper-Heidsieck
Champagne, France NV
Brut, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label
Champagne, France NV
Blanc de Blancs Brut,Taittinger
Champagne, France,2011
Vintage Brut, Dom Perignon
Champagne, France, 2009
Draft Beer
Blue Moon
Lucky Hare Millennium Falcon
Stella Artois
Ithaca Apricot Wheat
Guinness