Name: Tavern on the Commons
Rating: 4.5

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William HullWilliam Hull

The food was good when it arrived, but the service was quite slow. So, to start, we ordered Guinness on draft and the waiter informed us that it might be awhile bc he had to replace the keg. We didn’t worry about that because we figured it wouldn’t be long to complete that task. Boy we wrong!!!! It took so long that my colleagues had to change the bet that they ordered. When my Guinness came out it was good but the wait was longer than seemingly necessary. Additionally, the restaurant was not crowded with patrons, so I’m not sure what the delays were attributed to. We, then, waited on our entrees, which didn’t arrive for almost a full quarter of football (which is about forty minutes). When the food arrived it was delicious but that could be because of how ravenous we were considering the wait. The most frustrating part was that the restaurant was nearly empty, yet there were only two staff members working. I would recommend this place for the food and atmosphere but since we were on a schedule the service was lacking.

Viktor PhelpsViktor Phelps

This was a beautiful tavern with lovely woodwork inside, and lovely service from the waiter to get us libations and food. My girlfriend and I enjoyed the thick and cheesy grilled cheese with the macaroni and cheese, while I enjoyed a pint of Down East cider. The cider was delicious, and so was the rest of our food as we vibed after a day exploring Ithaca. The photo is of an interesting Bills Mafia burger we saw but did not get (Go Browns).

Connor Everett (ConRad Everest)Connor Everett (ConRad Everest)

Went here for the first time tonight with my husband, and being British I had to try there fish fry (fish and chips) and I must say that it's the best fish and chips I have had in over 3 years including when I was back in the UK last year! The staff where lovely and the food was to die for. The Fish and Chips ( Fish Fry ) is British approved!

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Loaded Fries

Crispy fries, cheese sauce, pickled jalapenos, bacon, pickled red onions, sour cream, green onion

Brussels & Bacon

Brussel sprouts, smoked bacon, maple

Fried Wings

Choice of sauce: mild, medium, hot, garlic, bbq honey mustard, arty's the worst and houdini. of ranch or blue cheese

Chef Steve's Mac N Cheese

Chef's secret blend cheeses, elbow noodles (8oz/16oz)

Chicken Bites

Fried chicken pieces, choice of sauce, ranch or blue cheese

Reviews of Tavern on the Commons

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5w

The food was good when it arrived, but the service was quite slow. So, to start, we ordered Guinness on draft and the waiter informed us that it might be awhile bc he had to replace the keg. We didn’t worry about that because we figured it wouldn’t be long to complete that task. Boy we wrong!!!! It took so long that my colleagues had to change the bet that they ordered. When my Guinness came out it was good but the wait was longer than seemingly necessary. Additionally, the restaurant was not crowded with patrons, so I’m not sure what the delays were attributed to. We, then, waited on our entrees, which didn’t arrive for almost a full quarter of football (which is about forty minutes). When the food arrived it was delicious but that could be because of how ravenous we were considering the wait. The most frustrating part was that the restaurant was nearly empty, yet there were only two staff members working. I would recommend this place for the food and atmosphere but since we were on a schedule the service...