Argos Warehouse Lounge & Event Space — Restaurant in City of Ithaca

This space is delicious: multitudes of happy plants vine around the lighting fixtures, real candles are lit on sconces, old books line that walls, and gentle lighting make the endless grey season in Ithaca bearable. Instead of water cups made out of soon-to-be trash plastic, there are REAL copper cups stacked beguiling near the water station. Metal straws too, of course. On a recent night, there's a local experimental rock band entertaining a reverent and present crowd (no shouting over the band here; instead it is chairs and intentional listening). Some listeners are dressed in plaid and beanies, others in cocktail dresses and drapey scarves. A diversity of ages and styles, and everyone feels comfortable. Beer, wine, exquisite cocktails, cider, and some non-booze options are available from a well-curated and...

A weekend date night, check! Wedding event, check! New Year’s Eve dance party, check! This place has it all in conjunction with the excellent cocktail program associated with Bar Argos. You really can’t go wrong. Do yourself a favor and order their popcorn, too. You’re sure to have an excellent time lounging on the green velvet couches while basking under cascading plants....

We visited on 11/19/2021. Great cocktails, friendly staff, wonderful atmosphere. What more could you ask for? Their COVID protocols made it easy to relax and enjoy our visit. Also like that they're looking out for their staff by automatically adding a minimum 18% gratuity (which we were very happy to pay). We will...