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Our restaurant is the culmination of a multi-year process by the students in HAdm:3350 Restaurant Management. This capstone course allows our upperclassmen to incorporate every aspect of their Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration curriculum to develop a restaurant concept and manage its execution. We invite you to join us in this truly unique experience!
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69 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 69 reviews
5 stars
(42)
4 stars
(22)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(41)
- fit for foodies(35)
- neighborhood gem(20)
- special occasion(16)
- hot spot(15)
- notable wine list(12)
establishment Reviews List
Review 1 for establishment
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food on the Cornell campus
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Establishment is run by students at the Cornell Hotel School and is a welcome addition to the Ithaca dining scene. The nightly menu has a lot of variety and a lot of options for diners of all persuasions--from tofu lettuce wraps to steak frites. In addition, there are frequently special nightly menus, often themed, that allow for creativity from the kitchen. The quality of the food is consistently excellent. The service is good and attentive. It's the perfect place for a fancier meal if you are a member of the Corenll community or are up on campus for an event."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for establishment
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went there for a special
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went there for a special night when hotel school students were presenting their work for a term project. We ordered from both the regular and the special menus. The items on the students' special menu were surprisingly impressive. They were very creative and tasty!! They are actually better than some of the dishes we tried on the regular menu."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2006
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Review 3 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were greeted with professionalis
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were greeted with professionalism in a timely fashion upon entering the establishment. We were shown to a lovely table for two. We received water by a charming server. The prix fixed menu with wine was a fabulous choice. MMMMMMM to everything! Creativity abounds with precision in the preparation! Thanks to all."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 4 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The atmosphere was cool, calm
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The atmosphere was cool, calm and relaxing. The food was great and the service was outstanding! The nan and the meat stick taste really good. I love it. Overall, I enjoyed the experience."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 5 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The student run restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The student run restaurant was a wonderful experience. Recommend others to come and enjoy!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Justice Kim
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had a waitress who blew my world. She not only explained the political scnerario behind the argentine wine, she also sat us quickly and in an egalitarian manner."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view
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Review 7 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Silvie and Jennifer were fantastic!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Silvie and Jennifer were fantastic!!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 8 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Was a great night out with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Was a great night out with the family. Enjoyed being served by the students you see everyday. Food was fantastic along with the service.
Needs to be advertised more so others can enjoy."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for establishment
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Eh.Good effort by students, food ok
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My boyfriend and I shared an appetizer off the regular menu, I believe it was prosciutto dumplings, which were interesting tasting, but again, small.
I ordered off the Greek Night themed menu. The chicken souvlaki I ordered was very small sized, only two small skewers for a hefty entree price of $16.00. Besides the two very lonely small skewers of chicken, which by the way arrived cold, hard and dry, was a Greek style salad, which did have some feta cheese, but not sure if they used any Greek Olives in it or not. Certainly it didn't have any capers, which I thought usually come in a Greek salad.
The wait staff was very cordial, friendly, and polite, always smiling and attentive. The place was busy with lots of studen"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find
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Review 10 for establishment
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good. The only thing
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good. The only thing that was a tiny bit disappointing was that my creme brulee was not cooked through and was very liquidy..."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 11 for establishment
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Marketed at a learning lab
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Marketed at a learning lab for students which means they provide bad service and don't offer any compensation because it's a learning lab. No value."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
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Review 12 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food. Service was a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food. Service was a little quirky, but fine overall."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 13 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
KOREN LETTUCE WRAPS ARE AMAZING!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"KOREN LETTUCE WRAPS ARE AMAZING!! and I liked the comfort food idea"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A+ for student run restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This student run restaurant on the Cornell campus has fantastic food and friendly service. We went to the hops inspired dinner and thoroughly enjoyed both the fish tacos and the beer-braised short ribs, along with the beer pairing chosen for each. We also ordered lettuce wraps from the regular menu. We had them with chicken (there was also a tofu option) and the fillings were perfectly seasoned. I can't wait to go back to establishment for a regular meal or one of the the other themed meals!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved the energy and the atmosphere
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the energy and the atmosphere. We'll be back!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 16 for establishment
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Establishment is here to stay
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, excellent service, and the best prices in town. The wine list is small but the prices are very reasonable. The students who served our meal were professional and gracious."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 17 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Above and Beyond Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After discovering the hidden entrance of establishment, I was enthused to see many of my classmates and friends inside. I talked to several individuals about the best that establishment has to offer, and they always recommended the truffled fries. Even though it was an appetizer to share, I basically ate it by myself. The managers constantly visited our table, inquiring about our meal and recommending dishes to compliment our meal. The backwaiters, particularly Ashley, were quite attentive as they refilled my friend's glass four times, and each time was when the glass was half full.
I hope that Yohana recommends another day so that I may enjoy the excellent attention that the staff gives."
I hope that Yohana recommends another day so that I may enjoy the excellent attention that the staff gives."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There was great food, service, and atmosphere! I truly enjoyed my time at the Establishment and cannot wait to go there again :)"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 19 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yohanna was an excellent hostest,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Yohanna was an excellent hostest, and Bukky was a magnificent and attentive server. I give this restaurant my highest regards and recommendation!!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot
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Review 20 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Student-run restaurant at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Student-run restaurant at Cornell Hotel School. A one of a kind experience. Seriously awesome."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 21 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Most Memorable Evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My son and I attended the "American" cuisine night, Thursday, March 14th, and thoroughly enjoyed our evening. The entire staff was welcoming, enthusiastic, always smiling, and genuinely cared about our comfort. It was the ideal menu for such a frigid night and each course was served at the right time, at the perfect temperature, and so very delicious. I loved that the Spinach/Artichoke dip with toasted pita chips was a single-serve appetizer - unique and just the right size! The Chicken Pot Pie was topped with an unbelievably light and flaky puff pastry that completed the dish beautifully. The Chocolate Bread Pudding was absolutely the best I have ever eaten and was so elegantly plated. JUST A GREAT MEAL!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for establishment
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Based on all three of my selected
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Based on all three of my selected dishes as well as my husband's, quality of the food and taste of all three courses ordered, as well as the wine offerings, I would return and recommend Establishment to my friends."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 23 for establishment
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Establishment is a student
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Establishment is a student project with a different manager every night. So one cannot expect consistency. That said, these are students who are highly energetic, motivated, and accomplished in their areas. Yes, there have been a few flaws and I think the basic menu could use a tweak. But I would not hesitate to go there again - and again. The food is well-prepared and well-presented, some of it creative. The prices are reasonable, and the service is quite good."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Students did a great job,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Students did a great job, and provided excellent service. They were equal to or better than any professional restaurant."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for establishment
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Student run, very fun!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a fun place. Going to this student run restaurant is the highlight of my dining experience each week."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 26 for establishment
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It's student run restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's student run restaurant located in the Statler Hotel. Service and food are decent, but it's a learning restaurant, so expect a less than perfect experience."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2012
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Ratings-Only Reviews for establishment
Based on the average of (43) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic