Dryden Hotel

I tried this place when I was staying up in Ithaca. Ate here with my boyfriend, his friends, and their wives. I got the turkey melt, which was delicious. The drinks were good, and although we were sitting in the restaurant section, there were TVs everywhere so my boyfriend could follow the football game. Even though there's a large bar section, and it got very crowded at one point, the noise level wasn't having me raise my voice to have a conversation (one of my constant gripes about bars in NYC). However one member of our party ordered a burger, and they brought her out the wrong one. Twice. That's a kind of big oversight to make, even if the place is crowded. But their onion rings and their turkey melt panini tasted great, so I can't complain any further than that.

Great watering hole. Most of the bartenders are friendly and attentive. Food is great 90% of the time. Prices are a refreshing alternative to Ithaca sports bars.

Yes, go for the Thursday night wing special, but go early or don't be surprised if you have to wait an hour just to be seated.   One of the best values for eating out around and they did a great job of renovating the place.   It's a towny bar with a pool table, juke box and a bunch of TVs set to sports channels, but the restaurant side is more of family atmosphere.   Went with my brother's family and kids and everyone had a great time and very friendly service.   The owner is a bit of a barfly which is normally kind of a red flag for me.  Bartenders and waitstaff really hustle.  Only complaint is the free popcorn is made from cheap stuff so watch your fillings if you get some.   Parking lot is often full and they also do delivery.