Sunday+Dinner+Reservation


 * 2013: Dinner on Sunday evening, August 4**, is "on your own". However, traditionally several members of the NYLA/SSL Board offer to act as hosts for those wishing to dine at the following Ithaca area restaurants: Moosewood, Boatyard Grill, Crystal Lake Cafe (Americana Winery), ZaZa's Cucina, Simeon's on the Commons, Taste of Thai, and Madeline's.

Information for each of these restaurants is found below. Board hosts will meet in the lobby of the Carl Becker House at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday evening for anyone who wishes to go as a group. Reservations will be made for 6:00 p.m. (6:30 p.m. for the Crystal Lake Cafe as it's a longer drive). All attendees are responsible for paying for their own dinners.

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 * Please let us know which restaurant you choose to eat at so we can let each establishment know approximately how many to expect. (click on the link below, add your name, and choose a restaurant)**

HOSTS: PLEASE LET THE RESTAURANT KNOW UP FRONT THAT WE NEED SEPARATE CHECKS! Moosewood is a vegetarian restaurant in downtown Ithaca, known for its emphasis on natural, locally produced foods cuisine. Moosewood has been in operation for 38 years and is also famous for its cookbooks, which are available for sale.
 * Host: Susan Polos (cell phone: 914-262-4832 / email: suz.polos@gmail.com)**

Boatyard Grill is located on the southern tip of Cayuga Lake, just minutes from downtown Ithaca, and offers a seasonal menu including "flown-in" fresh seafood and hand-cut steaks. It is also a proud supporter of local breads, cheeses and produce.
 * Host:** **Joanne Shawhan (cell phone: 518-423-2111)**

ZaZa's Cucina features authentic northern Italian cuisine including fresh egg pasta.
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Crystal Lake Cafe (Americana Winery) is located at Americana Vineyards & Winery in Interlaken (about a 1/2 hour drive from Ithaca). The menu is on the lighter side, featuring meals created from fresh, local products, including ice cream, plus the many Americana wines. If you get to the Americana earlier, wine tastings are $3.00 per person.
 * Host: Anne Paulson (cell phone: 518-524-1871 / email: paulsonap@yahoo.com)**

Simeon's on the Commons is located on the Ithaca Commons in downtown Ithaca and features contemporary American food in an upscale pub atmosphere. It's also known for an incredible variety of beverages.
 * Host: Pauline Herr (cell phone: 845-527-8651)**

Taste of Thai on the Commons offers authentic Thai dishes, and vegetarian, vegan, and wheat-free selections are available.
 * Host: Rebecca Buerkett (cell 518-354-3507)**

Madeline's is also located on the Ithaca Commons, and features an Asian-fusion menu with fabulous desserts.
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**Other recommended restaurants in the area:** [[image:northstar.gif]]
[|Northstar Pub](pub-style fare with a multinational influence, using local ingredients, and 12 rotating draft beers)

Kyushu Hibachi & Sushi Bar (no website address): 2300 N. Triphammer Road, Ithaca 14850

Miyake Japanese Cuisine

State Diner (your basic 24-hour Greek eatery)

Mehak Indian Cuisine (no website address): 410 Eddy Street, Ithaca 14850

New Delhi Diamond's Fine Indian Cuisine