Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse

Gabriel H. • August 1, 2015Love the different BBQ sauces. My favorite probably is Wango Tango but definitely try a few different ones.

Chris W. • December 28, 2011You have to get the fish and chip! They also have delicious soda bread

Pradyot S. • September 8, 2011Great ambiance, awesome music, awesome setup and great drinks! Not too expensive either

Nicole F. • June 27, 2016Amazing pasta selections. Don't miss out on the hot dipping oil they serve before your meal!

Jeanne C. • April 15, 2016Mmm. I just adore the falafel waffle (ask for extra tahini and Israeli salad), and the Florentine too.

Oryx • September 28, 2016Exquisite flavors from pizzas to salads with a great ambiance!

Elliott D. • May 1, 2013Lately this has been my favorite cafe. Delicious coffee. I've been making it at home now too from the beans. Highly recommended! The quinoa salad was delicious and so was the chocolate chip cookie.

Julia L. • June 26, 2019Great selection of beer. Nice atmosphere. Large tables to play board games and eat the free peanuts.

Elaina P. • April 2, 2015Beautiful addition to the Kubal family, this cafe has plenty of space for eating, reading, working, or just getting together. Seeing the Niagara Mohawk building out the window elevates the space

Laura P. • September 30, 2015All of the ice cream is awesome. Best in Syracuse! Almond bark is to die for!!

Nina B. • March 29, 2019LOVED the vibe! Salmon Eggs Benedict was awesome! I had 2 of the signature “Clementine” cocktails. Sooo good! Full menu looked amazing.

Eric H. • August 22, 2016If you like poke bowls, acai bowls, grains bowls, and/or hearty salads and nori wraps you're in for a culinary treat!

Alex G. • March 27, 2013Best lunch in Syracuse. Get the beef sandwiches toasted.

Steve P. • July 8, 2015Great steak sandwich! Soooo good!

Kevin B. • July 19, 2013Fairly good prices for some yummy pizza! I recommend the broccoli pizza and garlic rolls, good marinara for dipping too!

Sarah R. • November 30, 2012Whoever donated the books on their bookshelf has excellent taste. I would be dying for a book exchange if I didn't already own the majority of the ones they had!

Greg T. • July 14, 2017The best staff and a continuously rotating selection of fresh Maine sourced seafood. Their beer selection is top notch so keep an eye on their social media for new releases.

KE • August 7, 2020Flavorful wood-fired bagels. Try the sesame with veggie cream cheese, everything bagel with regular cream cheese. Just the right amount of cream cheese. They have a takeout window. Friendly staff!

Sara V. • December 21, 2018Wonderful customer service!! Fried cheese curds were delicious. So was the kickin chicken bbq wrap 😍

Brenden • November 20, 2019The Pickle Rick is one of the best chicken sandwiches I’ve had. Highly recommend!

Glenda L. • June 12, 2015The specialty cocktails are a must! They are garnished w edible flowers🌺 everything on the dinner menu was amazing, I had the flat iron steak and egg med/rare it was delish😊

Paul M. • July 31, 2016Try the cauliflower wings! Deep-fried battered cauliflower in buffalo sauce. We ate them all!

Hannah W. • April 8, 2017Spring = delicious lavender lattes and flavor shots. I love Recess year-round, but especially in spring.

Alyssa • September 7, 2016Incredible selection of curry for all tastes. Don't forget to save room for dessert!

Rebecca B. • May 15, 2012great soups, and grab and go sandwiches.. very quick!

Ray F. • November 10, 2015Love their BBQ Tofu Tacos... you can also make them make an Alto Cinco BBQ Tofu burrito. Great drinks too. It's less cozy than Alto but definitely worth a visit or three.

Dan G. • October 12, 2011Gotta try the fried iced cream! Green tea or vanilla are both good depending on what you like.

Samantha H. • September 14, 2012Not sayin this cause it's my mothers restaurant but BEST PLACE for lunch Downtown. Something fast and delicious when you're on the go or eating in!

Neva H. • September 21, 2018Great oatmeal with lots of toppings; chose fruit, pecans, sunflower seeds and brown sugar. Staff are the best; always smiling. Great way to start the morning! Oh, and the coffee is amazing.