ZaZa's Cucina - Ithaca

My husband and I visited this restaurant on a Friday night at 7:30 PM without a reservation. The atmosphere was lively, but we only had to wait for about 10 min... read more My husband and I visited this restaurant on a Friday night at 7:30 PM without a reservation. The atmosphere was lively, but we only had to wait for about 10 minutes. I observed that our server was very efficient and attentive.

My father and I went to this restaurant and we both shared the same impression. To be honest, we first tried to eat at Gola Osteria, but since we couldn't get a... read more My father and I went to this restaurant and we both shared the same impression. To be honest, we first tried to eat at Gola Osteria, but since we couldn't get a table there, we decided to come here instead.

When we visited, there weren't many customers, which meant the service was incredibly quick. Despite the lack of crowds, our waiter was very courteous and gave... read more When we visited, there weren't many customers, which meant the service was incredibly quick. Despite the lack of crowds, our waiter was very courteous and gave us plenty of space to enjoy our meal, even though he only had one other table to attend to. The food was absolutely amazing, and I highly recommend everything on the menu—the pasta, in particular, was exceptionally well made.

This Italian restaurant in Ithaca is quite spacious, making it perfect for large groups. When we arrived, our tables were already prepared for us... read more This Italian restaurant in Ithaca is quite spacious, making it perfect for large groups. When we arrived, our tables were already prepared for us...

The food was outstanding, and our waitress was fantastic. However, the bar could use more staff. We received our drinks promptly upon arrival, but once we order... read more The food was outstanding, and our waitress was fantastic. However, the bar could use more staff. We received our drinks promptly upon arrival, but once we ordered appetizers, the restaurant became quite busy. As a result, when we ordered drinks with our dinner, it took quite a while to arrive—only to come after we had finished eating. A bit more assistance at the bar would make a big difference. Despite that, I would definitely return.