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Tavern on the Commons

Casual American restaurant located in the heart of downtown, suitable for family dining.

4.4 (68 Google reviews)$$Indoor
  • restaurant
  • dining
  • downtown

130 E Seneca St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA

What locals say

Insider tip Heads up 📍 Ithaca Commons

The Commons has a long-standing reputation for loitering and public drug use; parents should be aware that the area can feel unsafe, especially near the Cayuga Street intersection.

“The attractiveness and safety were merely illusions in your mind, commons has been the same forever.”

Overheard on r/ithaca · 17 upvotes

Insider tip all ages 📍 Ithaca Commons

The WRFI community party is free for all ages and features button making, clothing mods, and live vinyl DJ sets.

“Event is free to attend for all ages! Grab a late lunch, bring a chair, enjoy the music, and partake in the community art making!”

Overheard on r/ithaca · 3 upvotes

Insider tip Heads up 📍 Ithaca Commons

Avoid the round table area on the Commons, as it is a frequent gathering spot for individuals who loiter and smoke, often making passersby feel uncomfortable.

“A group of same people are ALWAYS smoking sitting on that round table, and they are often high and staring at people”

Overheard on r/ithaca · 2 upvotes

Insider tip 📍 Ithaca Commons

The area is safe for walking, though it is best to avoid hanging around W Green/State Street late at night.

“it’s usually happening late at night around W Green/State street, so as long as you’re not hanging around there you should be good.”

Overheard on r/ithaca · 1 upvotes

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