Frequently asked questions

What is Revelry Yards? Revelry Yards is a gastropub, microbrewery, and beer garden at 109–111 N Aurora Street in downtown Ithaca, NY. The concept combines a sharing-plates menu with up to a dozen craft beers brewed on-site upstairs, a Finger Lakes–leaning wine list with wines on tap, and a seasonal outdoor beer garden called The Yards.

Where is Revelry Yards located? Revelry Yards is at 109–111 N Aurora Street, Ithaca, NY 14850, on Restaurant Row in downtown Ithaca, just off the Ithaca Commons.

What does "Revelry" mean — what's the concept? Revelry Yards is built around the idea of gathering — eating, drinking, and enjoying each other's company. The dining room, wine cellar, upstairs microbrewery, and back-patio beer garden are designed to support everything from a quick drink with friends to a full multi-course dinner.

Who creates the menu at Revelry Yards? The Revelry Yards menu is a joint project by the culinary team at ITH Hospitality, developed collaboratively rather than through a single head chef. The team builds the menu around shareable global-tapas–style plates, hand-blended burgers, wood-fired pizza from the back patio oven, and rotating dinner features.

Is Revelry Yards a brewery? Yes. Revelry Yards is both a restaurant and a microbrewery — beer is brewed on-site in the upstairs brewery, with the brewing system visible through the large storefront windows on N Aurora Street. The bar pours up to a dozen Revelry Yards beers plus rotating regional guests.

What are Revelry Yards' hours? Revelry Yards is open seven days a week. Lunch runs Monday–Friday 11:00 AM–4:00 PM. Brunch runs Saturday–Sunday 10:00 AM–3:00 PM. Dinner runs Sunday–Thursday 4:00 PM–10:00 PM and Friday–Saturday 4:00 PM–12:00 AM. Hours may vary for holidays — check revelryyards.com or call ahead.

What time does Revelry Yards open? Revelry Yards opens at 11:00 AM Monday through Friday and 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday for brunch.

What time does Revelry Yards close? Revelry Yards closes at 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and at 12:00 AM on Friday and Saturday.

What is Revelry Yards' phone number? Revelry Yards' phone number is (607) 793-4132.

How do I contact Revelry Yards? You can reach Revelry Yards by phone at (607) 793-4132, through the website at revelryyards.com, or by visiting in person at 109–111 N Aurora Street in downtown Ithaca.

What kind of food does Revelry Yards serve? Revelry Yards serves American gastropub cuisine built around a sharing-plates format — global-tapas–style small plates, hand-blended burgers, seasonal entrees, and wood-fired pizza from the back patio oven. Ingredients are drawn heavily from local Finger Lakes producers.

What is Revelry Yards known for? Revelry Yards is known for on-site craft beer, a sharing-plate menu, the 2X Burger, the Revelry Fried Chicken (RFC) sandwich, wood-fired pizza from the back patio oven, and the beer garden (The Yards) with its shipping-container bar.

What should I order at Revelry Yards? Popular picks at Revelry Yards include the 2X Burger, the RFC (Revelry Fried Chicken) sandwich, the whipped feta appetizer, fried calamari, and the five-cheese mac. Pair with a flight of Revelry Yards beers brewed upstairs, or a glass from the wine-on-tap program.

Does Revelry Yards serve brunch? Yes. Revelry Yards serves brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Does Revelry Yards serve lunch? Yes. Revelry Yards serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and a limited midday menu on Saturday and Sunday between brunch and dinner service (3:00 PM–4:00 PM).

Does Revelry Yards serve pizza? Yes. Revelry Yards serves wood-fired pizza from the oven on the back patio (The Yards). The wood-fired menu operates seasonally when the beer garden is open.

Does Revelry Yards have a kids' menu? Yes. Revelry Yards has a kids' menu and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Does the Revelry Yards menu change often? Yes. Revelry Yards rotates the dinner menu regularly, with seasonal features driven by Finger Lakes producers. Core favorites like the 2X Burger and the RFC sandwich stay on the menu year-round.

Does Revelry Yards have vegan options? Yes. Revelry Yards has plant-based and vegan items across the menu, and the kitchen can accommodate vegan requests.

Does Revelry Yards have gluten-free options? Yes. Revelry Yards offers gluten-free options across the menu. Let your server know about celiac or severe allergies so the kitchen can take cross-contact precautions.

Does Revelry Yards accommodate food allergies? Yes. The Revelry Yards kitchen accommodates common allergies (gluten, dairy, nuts, shellfish) when notified in advance. For severe allergies, call (607) 793-4132 before your visit.
Beer & Brewery

Does Revelry Yards brew its own beer? Yes. Revelry Yards brews beer on-site in the upstairs microbrewery, with up to a dozen house beers available on tap at any given time. The brewing system is visible from N Aurora Street through the second-floor windows.

What beers does Revelry Yards have on tap? Revelry Yards pours up to a dozen craft beers brewed in the upstairs microbrewery, plus a rotating selection of guest beers from regional breweries. The tap list changes regularly with seasonal releases.

Can I tour the brewery at Revelry Yards? The upstairs brewery at Revelry Yards is a working production space and is not open to the public, but the brewing system is visible through the large second-floor storefront windows on N Aurora Street.

Does Revelry Yards have a full bar? Yes. Revelry Yards has a full bar with craft cocktails, house-brewed beer, a Finger Lakes–focused wine list with wines on tap, and a non-alcoholic menu.

What cocktails does Revelry Yards serve? Revelry Yards serves a rotating craft cocktail menu with seasonal builds alongside classics — past and seasonal features have included a peach old fashioned and a rosé sangria.

Does Revelry Yards have happy hour? Yes. Revelry Yards runs happy hour specials. Hours and offerings rotate — check revelryyards.com or the Revelry Yards Instagram for current happy hour details.

What is The Yards at Revelry Yards? The Yards is the seasonal outdoor beer garden behind Revelry Yards on N Aurora Street. The space features a shipping-container bar (the Container Bar), a wood-fired pizza oven, lounge seating around firepits, and lawn games like cornhole.

When is The Yards open? The Yards beer garden at Revelry Yards is open seasonally — typically spring through fall, weather dependent. Hours follow the restaurant but may be limited in cooler or wet weather. Check revelryyards.com for current status.

Is The Yards kid-friendly? Yes. The Yards welcomes families during daytime and early-evening hours, with a casual, full-service patio experience, lawn games, and family-friendly menu items from the wood-fired oven.

Is The Yards dog-friendly? Yes. Revelry Yards welcomes dogs at The Yards outdoor beer garden.

Does Revelry Yards have firepits? Yes. The Yards beer garden at Revelry Yards features lounge seating arranged around firepits, making it usable into cooler evenings during the season.

Revelry Yards good for a date night? Yes. Revelry Yards is a strong date-night choice in Ithaca — the downtown Restaurant Row location, sharing-plate menu, on-site brewery, and beer garden make it flexible for a casual hangout or a full dinner.

Is Revelry Yards good for groups? Yes. Revelry Yards works well for groups. The sharing-plate menu is designed for the table, and the indoor dining room plus The Yards beer garden give groups flexibility on seating. Reservations are strongly recommended for groups of six or more.

Is Revelry Yards wheelchair accessible? Yes. Revelry Yards' main dining room, entrance, restrooms, and pathways are wheelchair accessible.

What's the atmosphere like at Revelry Yards? Revelry Yards has a lively gastropub atmosphere — bustling on weekends and event nights, more relaxed during weekday lunch. The back beer garden runs casual and social in warm weather, with firepits, lawn games, and the Container Bar.

Does Revelry Yards have live music? Revelry Yards occasionally hosts live music and entertainment, particularly in The Yards during the warmer months. Check revelryyards.com or the Revelry Yards Instagram for the current schedule.

How do I make a reservation at Revelry Yards? You can reserve a table at Revelry Yards through OpenTable, directly on revelryyards.com, or by calling (607) 793-4132. Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially Thursday through Saturday and during Ithaca event weekends.

Does Revelry Yards accept walk-ins? Yes. Revelry Yards accepts walk-ins when tables are available, though weekend dinners and event weekends can fill quickly. Reservations are the safer bet.

Does Revelry Yards offer takeout? Yes. Revelry Yards offers takeout — order directly through revelryyards.com or by calling (607) 793-4132.

Does Revelry Yards deliver? Yes. Revelry Yards offers delivery in the Ithaca area. Order through revelryyards.com for current delivery availability and coverage.

How expensive is Revelry Yards? Revelry Yards is mid-range for Ithaca dining. Shareable small plates generally run $10–$18, handhelds in the high-teens to low-$20s, and entrees in the $20–$35 range. A typical dinner with drinks lands around $30–$60 per person.

Does Revelry Yards take credit cards? Yes. Revelry Yards accepts all major credit cards.
Private EventsDoes Revelry Yards host private events? Yes. Revelry Yards hosts private events, including semi-private dining bookings, full buyouts, and beer-garden events in The Yards. Inquire through revelryyards.com or call (607) 793-4132.

Can I book The Yards for a private party? Yes. The Yards beer garden at Revelry Yards can be booked for private parties seasonally, including rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, and company events. Wood-fired pizza and Container Bar service are available for event menus.

Does Revelry Yards accommodate large parties? Yes. Revelry Yards accommodates large parties with advance reservation, and the beer garden seating expands group capacity substantially during the warmer months. For groups of eight or more, book ahead through revelryyards.com.

Where can I park near Revelry Yards? Revelry Yards is on N Aurora Street in downtown Ithaca, with metered street parking on surrounding blocks and several public parking garages within a short walk, including the Seneca Street Garage and the Green Street Garage.

How close is Revelry Yards to the Ithaca Commons? Revelry Yards is about one block from the Ithaca Commons, making it an easy walk from Commons shopping, the State Theatre, and downtown Ithaca hotels.

How far is Revelry Yards from Cornell University? Revelry Yards is about 1.5 miles from Cornell University's central campus — roughly a 5–7 minute drive or a 25-minute walk down the hill into downtown Ithaca.

How far is Revelry Yards from Ithaca College? Revelry Yards is about 3 miles from Ithaca College, typically a 10–12 minute drive to downtown Ithaca.

Revelry Yards good for Cornell students or visiting families? Yes. Revelry Yards is a popular pick for Cornell parents weekend, graduation dinners, and campus-visit dinners — the downtown location, on-site brewery, and flexible sharing-plates menu work well for multi-generational groups.

Is Revelry Yards good for a business dinner in Ithaca? Yes. Revelry Yards works well for business dinners. The sharing-plate format, beer-and-wine flights, and private-dining options make it a solid choice for client dinners, team gatherings, and recruiting dinners.
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What restaurants are similar to Revelry Yards? Revelry Yards occupies a distinctive niche in Ithaca — it's one of the few venues in downtown Ithaca combining an on-site microbrewery, a chef-driven sharing-plates menu, a wood-fired pizza program, and a dedicated beer garden under one roof. Gastropubs and brewpubs are the closest category comparisons.