Ithaca Coffee
64 specialty shops · curated by Crema
Overlook Coffee Company
3825 Main St
★5.0(190)
Overlooking an actual waterfall in Ithaca, this espresso-focused roastery crafts beautifully balanced coffee with meticulous attention—from their own roasting…
Roasted Coffee Bar
17 Lake St
★4.9(213)
Roasted Coffee Bar in Ithaca is a vibrant gathering spot where baristas genuinely care about crafting your drink just right, whether you're ordering a seasonal…
Coffee Mania
1142 NY-222
★4.8(413)
This cozy Ithaca spot has earned a fierce following from both locals and visitors making repeat pilgrimages, with people driving hours out of their way for…
The Nocturnal Café
103 S Geneva St
★4.8(294)
Tucked in a moody basement in Ithaca, this is where coffee and community collide in the best way—the owner is genuinely invested in both your drink and your…
Mama Said Hand Pies Cafe - Ulysses
1710 Trumansburg Rd
★4.9(134)
Tucked into Ithaca, this cozy café is built around gloriously flaky hand pies that shine in both sweet and savory varieties—think maple spice lattes paired…
Seneca Sunrise Coffee
806 N Decatur St
★4.8(219)
This cozy Ithaca gem has earned its stellar reputation by nailing the fundamentals: thoughtfully pulled espresso drinks, meticulous pour overs, and genuinely…
Qahwah House Coffee - Ithaca
139 Dryden Rd
★4.9(105)
Qahwah House Coffee is a spirited neighborhood gem where the manager Anwar and his team treat every regular and first-timer like family, creating an atmosphere…
Creekside Cafe
4 W Main St
★4.8(174)
Creekside Cafe is a beloved breakfast and lunch spot tucked into Ithaca where everything tastes like it was made that morning—reviewers rave about the sausage…
Dolce Delight
1080 Danby Rd
★4.7(490)·Closed
Dolce Delight is a cozy Ithaca cafe that wins hearts with thoughtful touches like homemade pop tarts, creative breakfast sandwiches with personality (think…
Danby Food and Drink
1843 Danby Rd
★4.9(80)
Danby Food and Drink feels less like a coffee stop and more like a beloved community gathering spot where the owner Karthic genuinely treats everyone like…
Protagonist Books & Coffee
8 W Main St
★5.0(53)
Nestled in Ithaca, this charming indie bookstore and espresso bar pairs thoughtfully curated titles with quality Copper Horse coffee, creating a genuine third…
The Corner Brew
1 W Main St
★4.8(101)
Tucked into Ithaca, The Corner Brew is a beloved neighborhood gem where creativity meets craftsmanship, earning nearly perfect marks for their imaginative…
Botanist Coffeehouse
1201 N Tioga St
★4.7(199)
Botanist Coffeehouse is a thoughtfully plant-filled Ithaca gem where you'll find genuinely excellent espresso drinks and an impressive lineup of pastries and…
Gimme! Coffee - Community Corners
903 Hanshaw Rd
★4.7(149)
Gimme! Coffee's Community Corners location captures that rare magic where serious espresso craft meets genuinely warm hospitality, drawing everyone from…
Adam's Corners Cafe
903 Hanshaw Rd
★4.8(82)
Tucked into Ithaca, this beloved neighborhood spot is where you'll find Adam and the team visibly crafting fresh pastries and breakfast all day, with a warmth…
Gimme! Coffee
903 Hanshaw Rd
★4.6(613)
Gimme! Coffee is a beloved corner café that takes its espresso seriously, earning consistent praise for thoughtfully crafted drinks like their signature maple…
Gimme! Coffee
430 N Cayuga St
★4.6(576)
This spacious Ithaca institution earns its loyal following with expertly pulled espresso drinks and carefully sourced pour overs that justify the premium…
Gimme Coffee
506 W State St
★4.6(576)
This beloved Ithaca staple has mastered the art of espresso-forward coffee while keeping things approachable and unpretentious, drawing consistent praise for…
Copper Horse Coffee
2027 Slaterville Rd
★4.8(73)
Copper Horse Coffee roasts exceptional single-origin beans right in Ithaca, with a reputation for educating coffee lovers through thoughtfully curated…
Alley Cat Cafe
112 N Cayuga St
★4.6(364)
Nestled near Ithaca's State Theatre, this cozy cafe merges excellent coffee and pastries with an irresistible mission: it's a cat rescue sanctuary where…
Gimme! Coffee - Trumansburg
7 E Main St
★4.6(288)
This tiny Trumansburg gem has mastered the art of the perfectly dialed-in espresso, with visitors raving about cappuccinos that strike that elusive balance of…
Java City
Veterinary Medical Ctr
★4.7(99)
Java City is an espresso-focused gem overlooking Lake Seneca where the coffee expertise matches the care put into locally-sourced breakfast and pastries—think…
De Mokha Coffee
210 Dryden Rd
★4.7(97)
This cozy Ithaca spot excels as a study haven with consistently well-crafted lattes and a genuinely warm atmosphere where baristas like Bek actually engage…
Hound and Mare
118 N Aurora St
★4.6(230)
This cozy Ithaca spot masters the art of the breakfast sandwich—think perfectly toasted bread with melty cheddar, crispy bacon, and caramelized onions—while…
Silent City Uprising
Ithaca Farmer's Market
★4.8(58)
Silent City Uprising takes espresso seriously with baristas who pull shots to the exact gram and execute every drink, from perfectly smooth decafs to silky…
Farm to Feast NY
121 W State St
★5.0(28)
Tucked into Ithaca, this spot elevates the casual coffee shop experience with genuinely fresh-baked pastries—including hard-to-find fresh gluten-free…
Coal Yard Cafe
143 Maple Ave
★4.5(472)·Closed
Tucked into a converted coal weighing station, Coal Yard Cafe brings genuine warmth and surprisingly upscale fare to Ithaca's breakfast scene, with the…
Ithaca Coffee Company
702 Hancock St
★4.5(364)
Tucked into Ithaca, this espresso-focused café has mastered the art of the welcoming third space, with a thoughtfully curated shop floor, ample parking, and…
Babes & Buds Coffee Lounge and Boutique
103 3rd St
★4.5(362)
Babes & Buds is a boho-spirited coffee lounge where espresso drinks shine—especially creative signatures like their coconut mocha latte with oat milk that…
Gimme! Coffee
Bill And Melinda Gates Hall
★4.6(90)
Gimme! Coffee has built a devoted following around their signature "Leftist" blend and consistently excellent cappuccinos, making it a favorite for serious…
Forty Weight Coffee Roasters
770 Cascadilla St
★4.8(36)
Nestled in Collegetown, this roastery has quickly become Ithaca's go-to for meticulously sourced beans and expertly pulled espresso, with their Ethiopia roast…
Forty Weight Coffee Roasters - Collegetown
307 College Ave
★4.8(36)
Forty Weight Coffee Roasters has earned serious respect from Ithaca's coffee community with their precise espresso work and thoughtful pour overs, making it a…
Press Cafe
118 W Green St
★4.5(250)
Press Cafe is beloved by Ithaca's latte enthusiasts for their exceptional milk texturing with oat milk that regulars describe as "like drinking a cloud," and…
Ithaca 5 & Dime
619 W State St
★5.0(22)
Tucked into Ithaca's heart, this family-owned spot blends nostalgic charm with genuinely crafted cocktails—their old fashioneds are a standout—creating the…
Big Red Barn
135 Presidents' Dr
★4.5(210)
This beloved Ithaca institution is a sprawling, comfortable gathering spot where grad students and locals converge for legendarily cheap Friday happy hour…
The Coffee Shed
9833 NY-96
★5.0(20)
The Coffee Shed has mastered the art of the friendly neighborhood coffeehouse with a drive-thru convenience that actually works—regulars rave about getting in…
Bank Coffee
154 E State St
★4.5(158)
Tucked into Ithaca's commons, this elegant spot strikes a perfect balance between serious espresso craftsmanship and inviting community space, where you'll…
FairPour Coffee Roasters
430 W State St
★4.6(65)
Tucked into Ithaca's college scene, this roastery strikes an impressive balance between polished sophistication and genuine approachability, with a spacious,…
Fresh Marché-304 College Avenue-Collegetown
304 College Ave
★4.5(124)
Tucked into a cozy Collegetown corner, Fresh Marché is a beloved spot where college students and nostalgic locals alike return again and again for their…
Le Cafe
319 College Ave
★4.6(56)
Nestled in Ithaca, Le Cafe has quietly become a matcha destination, with regulars raving about their fresh, house-made varieties like the standout strawberry…
Ithaca Bakery
400 N Meadow St
★4.4(2,622)
This 100-year-old Ithaca institution strikes that rare balance between a quick caffeine stop and a lingering destination, with a genuine community vibe…
Gourmet's Delight
Triphmr Shopng Ctr
★4.4(326)
Nestled in Ithaca, this Italian-focused spot has earned serious devotion for what many call the best pizza in town—a claim backed by consistently stellar crust…
Café Jennie
135 Ho Plaza
★4.5(63)
Tucked inside the Cornell campus store, Café Jennie wins hearts with genuinely caring staff who remember regulars and treat each order like it matters. Their…
Cafe Dewitt
215 N Cayuga St
★4.4(254)
Nestled in Ithaca, this beloved breakfast and lunch spot earns devoted regulars with its commitment to local sourcing and creative seasonal specials that…
The Waterfront Cafe
310 Taughannock Blvd
★4.6(34)
Perched overlooking Ithaca's inlet, this cafe strikes that rare balance between a serious study spot and a destination for leisurely coffee—the kind of place…
Temple of Zeus
232 E Ave
★4.4(79)
Tucked into Cornell's campus, this spot excels at made-from-scratch comfort food—their gazpacho and vegetarian sandwiches are genuinely worth seeking…
Collegetown Bagels
420 College Ave
★4.3(1,367)
Collegetown Bagels is a beloved Cornell-adjacent institution that's earned its reputation as much for genuine hospitality as for its hearty breakfast and lunch…
Collegetown Bagels
301 E State St
★4.3(1,367)·Closed
This beloved Ithaca institution opens early to fuel the community with straightforward, well-executed coffee and fresh bagels, making it the perfect spot to…
Green Dragon Cafe
★4.4(35)
Tucked away in a basement gem that requires a little detective work to find, Green Dragon Cafe has cultivated a devoted following among Cornell's architecture…
U Tea
205 Dryden Rd
★4.3(194)
Nestled near Cornell's campus, U Tea brings an impressive array of Asian beverages that go well beyond standard bubble tea, with standout hits like their…
Morning Moon Coffee & Bakery
7 Bridge St
★4.8(6)
This cozy Ithaca gem has earned its stellar reputation with genuinely excellent croissants and thoughtful service that makes you feel genuinely welcomed. The…
Novick's Café
155 Program House Dr
★4.4(20)
Novick's brings a refreshingly urbane coffee experience to Ithaca, with a cozy-yet-refined atmosphere that feels transported straight from a big city…
Rusty's
Uris Hall
★4.5(11)
Rusty's is the campus quick-stop that punches above its weight with generous pours and consistently solid drinks, especially if you're grabbing a latte between…
Garden Café
930 Campus Rd medical center
★4.4(18)
Tucked inside Ithaca's hospital, Garden Café punches well above the typical cafeteria experience with a genuinely impressive salad bar, house-made soups that…
Goldie's Café
245 Feeney Wy
★4.3(44)
This Ithaca spot opens late and stays open longer than most, making it a reliable refuge for students and night owls who need both caffeine and substance. The…
Collegetown Bagels
329 Pine Tree Rd
★4.2(376)
This beloved Ithaca institution has been a campus staple since 1977, earning its reputation with excellent bagels and an eclectic menu featuring cryptic-named…
Rosie’s Cafe & Parlor
312 E Seneca St
★4.2(60)
Tucked away near Ithaca Commons, this vibrant spot combines genuine hospitality with serious espresso craftsmanship, drawing regulars who genuinely want to…
Martha's Café
116 Reservoir Ave
★4.2(33)
Martha's Café wins hearts with genuinely friendly staff and made-to-order salads that feel personal and reasonably priced, though getting your order right and…
Studio West
518 W Mlk Jr
★4.2(23)
I appreciate you sharing this information, but I'm noticing these reviews appear to be for a residential property management company (West Shore Apartments)…
Crossings Café
18 Sisson Pl
★3.5(4)
This Ithaca café seems caught between efficiency and hospitality, with a straightforward approach to service that doesn't always land warmly. The focus here is…
Market Café
500 S Meadow St
★4.1(58)
Tucked inside Wegmans in Ithaca, Market Café offers a convenient self-serve option where you can build your own meal while you shop, with both upstairs and…
Amit Bhatia Libe Café
161 Ho Plz
★4.1(64)
Tucked conveniently near Olin Library with sweeping views of Cornell's Arts Quad, this café strikes a lovely balance between quick caffeine stops and lingering…
Mattin's Café
343 Campus Rd
★4.0(35)
Mattin's Café is a beloved neighborhood spot in Ithaca where the real stars are the food and service rather than the coffee itself—their chipotle chicken wrap…
Mann Café
260 Tower Rd
★3.6(12)
Mann Café is a thoughtful spot in Ithaca that goes beyond the typical coffee shop grab with genuinely creative vegan options like BBQ jackfruit and chickpea of…
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Download Crema for iOSOverlook Coffee Company
3825 Main St
“Overlooking an actual waterfall in Ithaca, this espresso-focused roastery crafts beautifully balanced coffee with…”
Roasted Coffee Bar
17 Lake St
“Roasted Coffee Bar in Ithaca is a vibrant gathering spot where baristas genuinely care about crafting your drink just…”
Coffee Mania
1142 NY-222
“This cozy Ithaca spot has earned a fierce following from both locals and visitors making repeat pilgrimages, with…”
The Nocturnal Café
103 S Geneva St
“Tucked in a moody basement in Ithaca, this is where coffee and community collide in the best way—the owner is genuinely…”
Mama Said Hand Pies Cafe - Ulysses
1710 Trumansburg Rd
“Tucked into Ithaca, this cozy café is built around gloriously flaky hand pies that shine in both sweet and savory…”
Seneca Sunrise Coffee
806 N Decatur St
“This cozy Ithaca gem has earned its stellar reputation by nailing the fundamentals: thoughtfully pulled espresso…”
Qahwah House Coffee - Ithaca
139 Dryden Rd
“Qahwah House Coffee is a spirited neighborhood gem where the manager Anwar and his team treat every regular and…”
Creekside Cafe
4 W Main St
“Creekside Cafe is a beloved breakfast and lunch spot tucked into Ithaca where everything tastes like it was made that…”
Dolce Delight
1080 Danby Rd
“Dolce Delight is a cozy Ithaca cafe that wins hearts with thoughtful touches like homemade pop tarts, creative…”
Danby Food and Drink
1843 Danby Rd
“Danby Food and Drink feels less like a coffee stop and more like a beloved community gathering spot where the owner…”
Protagonist Books & Coffee
8 W Main St
“Nestled in Ithaca, this charming indie bookstore and espresso bar pairs thoughtfully curated titles with quality Copper…”
The Corner Brew
1 W Main St
“Tucked into Ithaca, The Corner Brew is a beloved neighborhood gem where creativity meets craftsmanship, earning nearly…”
Botanist Coffeehouse
1201 N Tioga St
“Botanist Coffeehouse is a thoughtfully plant-filled Ithaca gem where you'll find genuinely excellent espresso drinks…”
Gimme! Coffee - Community Corners
903 Hanshaw Rd
“Gimme! Coffee's Community Corners location captures that rare magic where serious espresso craft meets genuinely warm…”
Adam's Corners Cafe
903 Hanshaw Rd
“Tucked into Ithaca, this beloved neighborhood spot is where you'll find Adam and the team visibly crafting fresh…”
Gimme! Coffee
903 Hanshaw Rd
“Gimme! Coffee is a beloved corner café that takes its espresso seriously, earning consistent praise for thoughtfully…”
Gimme! Coffee
430 N Cayuga St
“This spacious Ithaca institution earns its loyal following with expertly pulled espresso drinks and carefully sourced…”
Gimme Coffee
506 W State St
“This beloved Ithaca staple has mastered the art of espresso-forward coffee while keeping things approachable and…”
Copper Horse Coffee
2027 Slaterville Rd
“Copper Horse Coffee roasts exceptional single-origin beans right in Ithaca, with a reputation for educating coffee…”
Alley Cat Cafe
112 N Cayuga St
“Nestled near Ithaca's State Theatre, this cozy cafe merges excellent coffee and pastries with an irresistible mission:…”
Gimme! Coffee - Trumansburg
7 E Main St
“This tiny Trumansburg gem has mastered the art of the perfectly dialed-in espresso, with visitors raving about…”
Java City
Veterinary Medical Ctr
“Java City is an espresso-focused gem overlooking Lake Seneca where the coffee expertise matches the care put into…”
De Mokha Coffee
210 Dryden Rd
“This cozy Ithaca spot excels as a study haven with consistently well-crafted lattes and a genuinely warm atmosphere…”
Hound and Mare
118 N Aurora St
“This cozy Ithaca spot masters the art of the breakfast sandwich—think perfectly toasted bread with melty cheddar,…”
Silent City Uprising
Ithaca Farmer's Market
“Silent City Uprising takes espresso seriously with baristas who pull shots to the exact gram and execute every drink,…”
Farm to Feast NY
121 W State St
“Tucked into Ithaca, this spot elevates the casual coffee shop experience with genuinely fresh-baked pastries—including…”
Coal Yard Cafe
143 Maple Ave
“Tucked into a converted coal weighing station, Coal Yard Cafe brings genuine warmth and surprisingly upscale fare to…”
Ithaca Coffee Company
702 Hancock St
“Tucked into Ithaca, this espresso-focused café has mastered the art of the welcoming third space, with a thoughtfully…”
Babes & Buds Coffee Lounge and Boutique
103 3rd St
“Babes & Buds is a boho-spirited coffee lounge where espresso drinks shine—especially creative signatures like their…”
Gimme! Coffee
Bill And Melinda Gates Hall
“Gimme! Coffee has built a devoted following around their signature "Leftist" blend and consistently excellent…”
Forty Weight Coffee Roasters
770 Cascadilla St
“Nestled in Collegetown, this roastery has quickly become Ithaca's go-to for meticulously sourced beans and expertly…”
Forty Weight Coffee Roasters - Collegetown
307 College Ave
“Forty Weight Coffee Roasters has earned serious respect from Ithaca's coffee community with their precise espresso work…”
Press Cafe
118 W Green St
“Press Cafe is beloved by Ithaca's latte enthusiasts for their exceptional milk texturing with oat milk that regulars…”
Ithaca 5 & Dime
619 W State St
“Tucked into Ithaca's heart, this family-owned spot blends nostalgic charm with genuinely crafted cocktails—their old…”
Big Red Barn
135 Presidents' Dr
“This beloved Ithaca institution is a sprawling, comfortable gathering spot where grad students and locals converge for…”
The Coffee Shed
9833 NY-96
“The Coffee Shed has mastered the art of the friendly neighborhood coffeehouse with a drive-thru convenience that…”
Bank Coffee
154 E State St
“Tucked into Ithaca's commons, this elegant spot strikes a perfect balance between serious espresso craftsmanship and…”
FairPour Coffee Roasters
430 W State St
“Tucked into Ithaca's college scene, this roastery strikes an impressive balance between polished sophistication and…”
Fresh Marché-304 College Avenue-Collegetown
304 College Ave
“Tucked into a cozy Collegetown corner, Fresh Marché is a beloved spot where college students and nostalgic locals alike…”
Le Cafe
319 College Ave
“Nestled in Ithaca, Le Cafe has quietly become a matcha destination, with regulars raving about their fresh, house-made…”
Ithaca Bakery
400 N Meadow St
“This 100-year-old Ithaca institution strikes that rare balance between a quick caffeine stop and a lingering…”
Gourmet's Delight
Triphmr Shopng Ctr
“Nestled in Ithaca, this Italian-focused spot has earned serious devotion for what many call the best pizza in town—a…”
Café Jennie
135 Ho Plaza
“Tucked inside the Cornell campus store, Café Jennie wins hearts with genuinely caring staff who remember regulars and…”
Cafe Dewitt
215 N Cayuga St
“Nestled in Ithaca, this beloved breakfast and lunch spot earns devoted regulars with its commitment to local sourcing…”
The Waterfront Cafe
310 Taughannock Blvd
“Perched overlooking Ithaca's inlet, this cafe strikes that rare balance between a serious study spot and a destination…”
Temple of Zeus
232 E Ave
“Tucked into Cornell's campus, this spot excels at made-from-scratch comfort food—their gazpacho and vegetarian…”
Collegetown Bagels
420 College Ave
“Collegetown Bagels is a beloved Cornell-adjacent institution that's earned its reputation as much for genuine…”
Collegetown Bagels
301 E State St
“This beloved Ithaca institution opens early to fuel the community with straightforward, well-executed coffee and fresh…”
Green Dragon Cafe
“Tucked away in a basement gem that requires a little detective work to find, Green Dragon Cafe has cultivated a devoted…”
U Tea
205 Dryden Rd
“Nestled near Cornell's campus, U Tea brings an impressive array of Asian beverages that go well beyond standard bubble…”
Morning Moon Coffee & Bakery
7 Bridge St
“This cozy Ithaca gem has earned its stellar reputation with genuinely excellent croissants and thoughtful service that…”
Novick's Café
155 Program House Dr
“Novick's brings a refreshingly urbane coffee experience to Ithaca, with a cozy-yet-refined atmosphere that feels…”
Rusty's
Uris Hall
“Rusty's is the campus quick-stop that punches above its weight with generous pours and consistently solid drinks,…”
Garden Café
930 Campus Rd medical center
“Tucked inside Ithaca's hospital, Garden Café punches well above the typical cafeteria experience with a genuinely…”
Goldie's Café
245 Feeney Wy
“This Ithaca spot opens late and stays open longer than most, making it a reliable refuge for students and night owls…”
Collegetown Bagels
329 Pine Tree Rd
“This beloved Ithaca institution has been a campus staple since 1977, earning its reputation with excellent bagels and…”
Rosie’s Cafe & Parlor
312 E Seneca St
“Tucked away near Ithaca Commons, this vibrant spot combines genuine hospitality with serious espresso craftsmanship,…”
Martha's Café
116 Reservoir Ave
“Martha's Café wins hearts with genuinely friendly staff and made-to-order salads that feel personal and reasonably…”
Studio West
518 W Mlk Jr
“I appreciate you sharing this information, but I'm noticing these reviews appear to be for a residential property…”
Crossings Café
18 Sisson Pl
“This Ithaca café seems caught between efficiency and hospitality, with a straightforward approach to service that…”
Market Café
500 S Meadow St
“Tucked inside Wegmans in Ithaca, Market Café offers a convenient self-serve option where you can build your own meal…”
Amit Bhatia Libe Café
161 Ho Plz
“Tucked conveniently near Olin Library with sweeping views of Cornell's Arts Quad, this café strikes a lovely balance…”
Mattin's Café
343 Campus Rd
“Mattin's Café is a beloved neighborhood spot in Ithaca where the real stars are the food and service rather than the…”
Mann Café
260 Tower Rd
“Mann Café is a thoughtful spot in Ithaca that goes beyond the typical coffee shop grab with genuinely creative vegan…”
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