Thanks to all for suggestions. Just a Taste was brilliant. We also tried a new place (also tapas) called Lot 10 on S. Cayuga near the Commons. The food was excellent, the servers (and service) couldn't have been better. What a great addition to some of the mall places which seem to be interchangeable. Again, thanks to all respondents.

My husband and I will be in Ithaca July 12 & 13th. Neither of us drink, so wouldn't wineries be wasted on us? Might someone suggest some singular sensations in the dining world in that area? Thanks so much.