Reviews - Agava
Reviews summary
Agava, once a family favorite, has lost its appeal due to recent issues with service and food quality. Multiple patrons have complained about slow service, mistakes with orders, cold and undercooked food, and unimpressive portions. In addition, some customers have experienced poor treatment from the waitstaff, with one waitress even breaking down in tears when asked to communicate with all members of a party. Despite these negative experiences, a few diners still found the food to be enjoyable and the service to be attentive, especially appreciating the farm-to-table concept and accommodating options for dietary restrictions. Overall, while Agava was once a highly regarded restaurant, recent visits have left many customers feeling disappointed and frustrated.
Was PortlandVox at Agava a mag?
Agava is a fantastic farm-to-table restaurant with a friendly and knowledgeable server. The main courses were delicious and the guacamole was exceptional. I highly recommend dining at Agava. View all feedback.
What Patrick Hogan dislikes about Agava:
Waitress was the rudest I've ever had.. would not split up checks .. we paid on one card and they took a picture of the guy that paid! Ordered food ,it never came and was still charged.. wouldn't go back if it was free View all feedback.
Reviews from various users
Last update : 01.10.2024
Excellent farm-to-table fare Vegetarian options: The cauliflower steak was quite good, with an excellent hummus.
Very disappointed for my first visit. Always wanted to try this place and will never go back. I found the longest grey hair in my sandwich that I have ever seen. The service was awful and my waiter was extremely rude. Ugh so disappointing.
Dinner came out before first cocktail. And cocktails were ordered when we first sat down....in and out in under an hour....rushed....plenty of open tables and sat right between 2 couples....been here numerous times, this was disappointing esp for a birthday dinner.
Hard to locate, but definitely worth the search. Excellent food and ambiance.
The food was delicious and the service was excellent! The salsa was the best I've ever had, thanks to Josh and the server who was working with him - both of them were great!
Last update : 21.07.2024
Amazing! I can’t believe I haven’t rated this place yet. I have been here numerous times, every time I had great service, the food of course was great too. Definitely my go-to place in Ithaca for dinner.
Great gourmet food! Great place to eat.
Celebrated 23 years of marriage tonight. Shrimp ceviche, salmon salad. 4 different margaritas- all amazing! Great service and our own fire table. We used to eat here when we met. It was a different Mexican place then. It’s still the perfect place for a celebration.
I was quite disappointed of their Sunday brunch buffet. Probably the pandemic effect or it was just Sunday menu? Hopefully we can see their old day menu.
One of our favorite after work happy hour stops. Good selection of beers on tap and they do not skimp on the mixed drinks (very good Mojitos and Margaritas). Flat bread pizzas are excellent; as are the tacos; good burger too. Love the chips and salsa they bring to the table.
Last update : 11.10.2023
This delightful restaurant is ideal for enjoying a tasty meal or drinks with friends. I have been several times and always have a great time. Its location on East Hill, near my home, makes it a convenient choice for me.
I had high expectations for Agava, but after two visits this fall, I was let down each time. Although there were a few positives, there were also some negatives. One highlight was the atmosphere...
In a town renowned for its elegance and housing one of the nation's top research universities, one would anticipate stumbling upon a highly-acclaimed restaurant.
Last update : 17.07.2023
Agava is a fantastic farm-to-table restaurant with a friendly and knowledgeable server. The main courses were delicious and the guacamole was exceptional. I highly recommend dining at Agava.
The fresh and locally sourced food at this restaurant was absolutely delicious, expertly prepared and beautifully presented. We indulged in the pistachio guacamole, scallops, and roast chicken breast. The guacamole was flavorful and generously portioned. The scallops were cooked perfectly, tender and succulent. The standout dish was the roast chicken, which was juicy and packed with flavor, boasting crispy, well-seasoned skin. The service was friendly and attentive throughout our meal.
Agava used to be a family favorite, but they no longer have a basic burrito. April 2019 they advertised on FB that they would have burritos for National Burrito Day but when we went for dinner the waitress made us feel out of line for asking. Also put an aoili and sauteed onions on the kids cheeseburger, which did not work for our child, but the waitress didn't come back for so long we were just ready to leave when she finally showed. Some food is great but our past couple visits have been so frustrating, it's now off our list.
The restaurant has an amazing ambiance, excellent service, and delicious food. They offer unique and creative menu options that are definitely worth trying!
Brunch was great Agava I enjoyed their updated menu and the variety of brunch drinks. Agava is the best place in Ithaca for Mezcal. Do yourself a favor and order a side of local bacon so good! Our server, Mary T, is one of the kindest and most attentive staff members I've ever met.
Last update : 24.04.2023
The farm to the table Essen was delicious, well prepared and presented. We shared the pistachios guacamole, scallops and roast chicken breast. The quad was delicious and plentiful. The scallops were served at a perfect temperature, still soft and juicy. The chicken was the outstanding dish, juicy and tasteful with crispy, well seasoned skin. Service was friendly and attentive.
Great room, service and food. Creative food options. A must try!
We always have a good experience at Agava, and we try to dine there weekly when we are in town. The food is always delicious. We appreciate the new weekly specials. Our favorite regular choices are fine, too. Above all, we love your wait staff. They are attentive and friendly, and go out of their way to stop by our table to say hello. I always leave Agava in a cheerful mood.
Very bad service. Drink for half an hour and drink the appetizers main course all Cale together. No excuse
Probably one of the best if not best places to eat in Ithaca. So many restaurants fall short in this town but not Agava- excellent waiters, great quality food and ambiance.
