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Reviewed 3 days ago

Place was totally empty when I arrived, employees were hanging in the parking lot. Ordered off the menu, and was surprised when the check did not match the prices in the menu. When brought to their attention, I was told the menus were stolen and...they are using old menus. The manager came out, and said that they were the victims of fraud in November 2023 - four months ago. They should print menus and laminate them if they can't afford new menus - it is unacceptable to use menus with the wrong prices on them. Food was average. Caesar salad saturated with far to much dressing, burger was overcooked.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

My family and I came here on Saturday for brunch. This is a great place to grab breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have plenty to choose from and the very price range are very good. My family and I enjoyed coming out here whenever we...were in Ithaca I highly recommend this place.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

It was busy today & maybe that was the problem. The wait to be seated and then to order was reasonable under the circumstances but we didn't realize that was our last chance to get any service! I finished my coffee and wanted a refill...but the waitstaff was impossible to flag down. When our food was brought, the waiter quickly put it on the table and ran off immediately. No one ever checked back, which was a problem b/c not only did I still want coffee, but what they brought me wasn't what I ordered! It seemed like we would never have any chance to get it resolved so in the end I just ate what they brought and did without coffee. But it wasn't the breakfast I wanted! I doubt if I'll go back even though the food wasn't bad.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed November 3, 2023

Came here with my daughter for some late breakfast (college kids don't wake up before noon). The place was packed and the wait was about 30 minutes. They could use some more staff as they were working their butts off. When we got a table...and menus they took our order pretty quick. Breakfast was pretty good. I had corned beef hash (not from a can) and eggs, my daughter had an omelet. Both came out promptly. I filled up my own coffee at one point since they were so slammed but that's not a problem for me. Despite the packed dining room, we did not feel rushed at all. The food was good (solid breakfast fare) and the atmosphere friendly. Our waiter was very nice notwithstanding the crowd. An easy walk from Ithaca College if you don't have a child who thinks anything over 100 yards warrants a drive.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed July 27, 2023 via mobile

Sat on the porch with a great view watching as a storm came closer down lake Cayuga. Chicken Gyro and Fall Salads were a welcomed meal after walking through Buttermilk Falls State Park

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed March 26, 2023 via mobile

My family and I came here for breakfast. This is our second time coming here. We lik like this dinner a lot. The staff are friendly and the food was great. And they have a large breakfast selection. The Waffles are huge I highly recommend...this place.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed March 2, 2023

The place is in need of some attention. We were directed to the corner table which apparently is a favorite choice for a lot of folks, and it shows—there was a huge hole in the seat cushion! The menus were literally falling apart. Once I...got past that, it did get better. The waitstaff were very friendly, and the food was good. I will probably go back again with former coworkers who are familiar with the place because of it’s convenient location on South Hill, but I wouldn’t recommend to someone who is looking for more than just a very casual meal.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed November 6, 2022

Nice assortment of items to chose for breakfast or lunch (we weren't there for dinner). Waitress was very pleasant, but likely over worked. We had to find her to get the check and didn't get any drink refills. But the food was tasty. A plate...of fries was plentiful and would have been enough to share. We got two (for 4 of us) and ended up with plenty left over. There were a good amount of breakfasts being delivered (early afternoon on Saturday) and they all looked great. Burger was good, eggs and potatoes were good, eggs benedict was nicely done and wings had a good amount of flavor. Overall good food, a little slow on the service thoughMore

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed October 25, 2022

We arrived at Sunset Grill during the lunch hour on a Tuesday, and was surprised at how quickly we were seated. We had tried on Sunday, but it was packed with a line out the door! The atmosphere is light and fun, and you can...tell that the staff enjoy their jobs. My SO had the eggs, ham, and hash browns, while I had the Patty Melt and Sweet Potato Fries - make sure you get the Fry Sauce, too! Great views from the deck on a warm fall day!More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed August 24, 2022 via mobile

My family and I came here for breakfast on Monday morning. We came the day before but the line was really long so we left and went to State Dinner. I'm just glad we came here on Monday. We had Belgian Waffles, Chilli hot dogs...and cinnamon toast. The food came out really great.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed July 17, 2022 via mobile

Had a really wonderful breakfast at Sunset Grill in Ithaca NY. It was a bit cool but a beautiful morning. We sat inside but there were people who sat outside. There is a lot of outdoor seating for people to enjoy the sweeping view of...the mountains and Lake Cayuga. I ordered the egg benedict and my husband ordered a western omelette. Both were delicious! Will definitely come to Sunset Grill again!More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed October 23, 2021

Times are tough for restaurants right now but the Sunset Grill was amazing on a very busy Sunday and to say this place was busy is a huge understatement. We were told that several employees did not come in that day and at our arrival...things looked a bit chaotic. Combined with the fact that several people were ahead of us and there was only an hour until closing time, we almost left. I'm so glad we didn't. When we finally got a table on the patio we were waited on promptly. Several employees stopped by and apologized for the wait and they couldn't have been nicer. Our food came out quickly and I had a delicious omelet and potatoes and great coffee. My bf had a perfectly cooked burger. Their kitchen staff must have been completely frazzled by then but the food was plated beautifully and everything was delicious. Happy we found the Sunset Grill and will definitely stop in again on our next visit to Ithaca.More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed October 5, 2021

It was a bit chilly outside so we decided to eat at a booth by the bar. I didn't think that the old signs with the sexual innuendos were especially appropriate (so beware where you sit). Also, my wife ordered the pancakes with strawberries and...was very disappointed with the taste and texture of the fruit topping. The "good" part of my review is the LA French Toast: two slices of cinnamon swirl bread with a glazed topping. I was able to match this with my eggs (by substituting the pancakes for a slight upcharge) and, wow, it was worth it!More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed September 4, 2021

This is a great place to take the whole gang to. You may have to wait for a table but it is well worth the wait.

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed July 29, 2021 via mobile

The view from the outside eating deck is the place to go for a great meal, while overlooking The Lake and surrounding Ithaca Area! It gives you a great perspective of where you are….a glorious part of Upstate NY! We went for breakfast and everything...was so tasty! Loved it!More

Date of visit: July 2021
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