Taverna Banfi

Taverna Banfi reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Ivan VIP

   New York City14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great selection great food great atmosphere great Energy Great View really nice staff
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded 4 days ago

   thank you Ivan! We're so happy you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and energy, and that our team helped make your visit special. We truly appreciate your kind words and can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!
   

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   Joan

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As always, amazing food and even better service. I don’t know of any restaurant I could recommend more than Banfi
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded 4 days ago

   Thank you so much Joan for your incredibly kind words! It means the world to us to be your top recommendation. We're thrilled to hear that both our food and service continue to impress, we truly have a passionate team that loves what they do. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon! Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Nicole

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   There are few things in life as amazing as an excellent brunch - and few things more disappointing than a bad one. The stakes are really high!! This was my second time here for brunch and it slammed. I was especially impressed at the variety of great options for someone avoiding gluten. Breakfast portion was fantastic - crispy bacon, Chai mango pudding, and all the usual accompaniments. Didn’t have the waffles (gluten) but everyone around us seemed to love them. Star of the lunch portion was the shrimp cocktail. I didn’t care for the beet salad at all. Carved beef was decent but could use a little more seasoning. Was thrilled to see not one but two gluten free desserts - chocolate mousse in delicate chocolate cups and creme brûlée. Both were perfect. Would recommend latte or espresso over the regular coffee - it was very strong but I can be a wimp about coffee strength. Service was great and even on a cloudy day you cannot beat that view.
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded 4 days ago

   Thank you so much Nicole for this wonderful and thorough review! We couldn’t agree more—brunch can be high-stakes, and we’re thrilled to hear that we hit the mark for you on your return visit. We're so glad you enjoyed the variety of gluten-free options, from the Chai mango pudding to the desserts (we’re especially proud of that chocolate mousse!). We appreciate your honest feedback on the beet salad and carved beef—it helps us improve and refine the experience for all our guests. And yes, the view really does shine, no matter the weather. We look forward to welcoming you back for another brunch soon! Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Ralph VIP

   Indiana18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent place on campus, second floor of the Statler right in middle of campus. Great food, service, ambiance…..all right on the money. I always use Taverna Banfi when in middle of Camus…and use Morrison when on the north side of campus. Hightly recommend reservations to ensure you can get a table.
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded 4 days ago

   Thank you so much Ralph for your thoughtful review! We're honored to be your go-to spot when you're in the heart of campus. It’s wonderful to hear that you consistently enjoy the food, service, and ambiance at Taverna Banfi. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your helpful tip about reservations, always a great idea! We look forward to welcoming you back the next time you're at Cornell. Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Andrea VIP

   Raleigh14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Always the best service and food! And I really appreciate the gluten free pasta and bread options!!
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded 4 days ago

   Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you consistently enjoy both the food and service, it truly means a lot to us. We're especially glad the gluten-free pasta and bread options made your experience even better. We’re proud to offer something for everyone, whether you're here for brunch, cocktails, or a healthy, vegan- or gluten-free meal. Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon! Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Jen

   New York City11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Many wonderful entrees to choose from. The Zucchini Noodle Puttanesca and Shrimp Scampi were both delicious. Beautiful view out onto the Cornell campus and very conveniently located for any visitors to Ithaca.
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded 4 days ago

   Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the Zucchini Noodle Puttanesca and the Shrimp Scampi, two of our favorites as well! It's great to know you appreciated the view and our location near the Cornell campus. We hope to welcome you back next time you're in Ithaca! Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Richard

   Upstate NY1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Quality of food is outstanding! I recommend trying at least a small bite of everything. All of the staff was so nice!
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded on April 7, 2025

   Thank you Richard so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the quality of our food and had a great experience with our team. We love that you recommend trying a little bit of everything there’s always something special to discover on our menu! We hope to welcome you back soon for another fantastic meal! Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Adrianne VIP

   Washington DC85 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 6, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   The beet salad and dressing was yummy, the Caesar also good. Flavor was lacking in both of our main courses -- the salmon dish and the braised beef gnocchi. Our Cornell student-server, Daniel was friendly, and his visits well-timed. The wine was relatively affordable.
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded on April 7, 2025

   Thank you Adrianne for taking the time to share your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that both the food and ambiance didn’t meet your expectations during your visit. We always strive to provide an excellent dining experience, and we value your input as it helps us improve. We’d love the opportunity to welcome you back and ensure you have a more enjoyable experience next time. Please feel free to reach out directly if you'd like to share more details about your visit. Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Andy

   Seattle1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 3, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Their seasonal menus are all fantastic. Service was top notch. Food was excellent. Great for special occasions. Thank you so much!
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded on April 7, 2025

   Thank you Andy for the wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our seasonal menus, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our service and food. It’s always our goal to make special occasions even more memorable. We look forward to having you back for another great dining experience soon! Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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    Bob VIP

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Good food and wine and great service - could use a few more options
    

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