50 Best American Restaurants in Syracuse

“New menu is awesome! A ton of great options for everyone and very reasonable price point. I love a deal! Staff is always quick and attentive. Brunch is the best on the East Side. Joe, Randy and Laura are crushing it!!“

“My wife and I went for a date night. The atmosphere was great, the decor was amazing. We got there early and sat on one of the couches. The hostess was pleasant and accommodating. We were sat at a table by the window. Our server Sierra was very nice and welcoming. We ordered the poutine for an appetizer. It was amazing, so delicious. There was enough for 4 people. I ordered the pork chop, it was so tender and full of flavor. My wife ordered the Tanglewood chicken. That was amazing. The crispy fried chicken skin and collard greens were so good. The chicken was tender and juicy my wife said. We did not get dessert, I cannot eat too much due to having gastric bypass. We do not drink alcohol so no reviews on their drinks. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Thank you to all the staff for a wonderful date night.“

“I actually had the halal chicken over rice at a benefit and it was amazing!!! Just based on this I am planning a visit to Over the Cuse to try more of their food :)“

“Oh My Darling was awesome! Great service , excellent food and drink choices. If you haven't been you should definitely give it a try“

“Eden is an absolute must-visit in Syracuse! The entire dining experience is unique and unforgettable, focusing on wood-fired cooking that brings out amazing flavors. If you’re looking for something special in Syracuse, Eden is it—a true culinary experience!“

“Prices are great and the portions are…… too big! Just ask for a box. You won’t be disappointed the next day. Can’t wait to go back!“

“I’ve visited this restaurant many times over the years in this location and other places.. I try to be optimistic every time now I’ve learned: this place advertises to be a tavern, so it makes sense to selectively choose tavern-like food on the menu (ie., nachos, wings, quesadillas, soups, salads, pizza, burgers & fries..) and if you focus on this approach you will rarely have something bad. I’ve previously ordered a main pasta entree (nothing impressive), the power fit options (just alright) and I recently tried a special steak entree and I vow never again. I’ll go back to the other choices. You can count on the pizzas being amazing every time.

Coppertop is a great casual restaurant for couples, friends, families, groups, with ample parking here. Staff are always friendly and attentive. Drinks are delicious. The ambiance is dark wood, low lighting, and clean.“

“What a great little spot. good food and music. So happy I stumbled upon this place during my visit to syracuse!“

“Great service! Great food“

“The food is cooked perfectly and has that old school small breakfast/lunch diner feeling. I am in there almost every day of the work week. Great breakfast sandwiches and the Fish sandwich on Fridays is delicious and big“

“Had a stellar experience dining there last evening. From the hostess to the food, the entire experience was amazing! Very much looking forward to going back. Thank you!“

“Food & service were spot on! Will definitely go back.“

“Amazing wings. Hot, crispy, saucy. Best wings I’ve had in a long time. We got the Buffalo blue. Great sauce! Not too bluey right about of heat. Friendly guys. Highly recommend. 10 stars“

“Amazing food, service, staff, and atmosphere. 5/5!!!!“

“Best ribs around . Fun atmosphere.“

“Chelsea’s is a fun place to spend time with dear friends and have some laughs. Food is great and service amazing. It’s nice to have a family owned restaurant! Marty and Dave have made this a special place.“

“We were in Syracuse from WNY for a concert. Thoroughly enjoyed our experience at 317! Our meals were outstanding (piri piri chicken, filet and tiramisu for dessert), service was great (thanks Donna & Joel) and we loved the vibe here. Will definitely visit again.“

“AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 10/10“

“Gluten Free folks rejoice! Vegans and Vegies too. Everyone else won't even notice, but there's excellent food waiting for you!
Very relaxed vibe, dog and kid friendly. We heard it gets busy during apple picking season. Otherwise it's very relaxed, plenty of seating and a great farm store on the property too! We chatted with the owners, super nice and engaging. Will definitely be back!“

“Our family has looked forward to our Easter meal at the Inn for the past several years. We were not disappointed with our Easter meal there today! Everything was delicious (as usual), filets were cooked perfectly as were the pork and lamb chops. Grandchildren enjoyed their pasta and all of us enjoyed the sides that were served. We can never leave the Inn without one of the many delicious dessert offerings. As I said before, the quality of their menu and preparation has never disappointed! The staff of the Inn are always friendly and accommodating to your needs! If you’ve never dined at The Inn of the Seasons, I highly encourage you to try it!“

“Ate here for the first time on my lunch break today. There is an accessible entry ramp around the side of the building. It leads to the kitchen door, though, so I advise you to call ahead if you need to use it. There was only 1 server on this afternoon, and they handled things like a champ! I had the oreo french toast and it was delightful! It was sweet, but not overwhelmingly so; chocolatey, but without being so rich that you quit halfway through. Having a dessert for a meal that still felt like "real food" and not like I was just giving in to my inner-kid (well, maybe a little) was exactly the pick-me-up I needed on a dreary day like today. Because I'm a dope, I forgot my wallet back in the office. They do offer tap-to-pay here, but for whatever reason, my phone didn't want to cooperate. I offered to leave something behind as collateral while I ran back to work to grab my wallet, and the server actually comped my meal! They absolutely did not have to do that. I would've been more than happy to come back and pay. It was my own fault, anyway! I will definitely return another day (with my wallet!) and am so grateful for the kindness and understanding I received today.“

“Dined here multiple times over a three night stay. Amy was our bartender each time and made our dining experience great with drinks and food choices at the restaurant. She also gave great recommendations to have a good time in Syracuse outside the hotel. She’s a gem and the perfect bartender to make you welcome in a city you don’t know!“

“Always consistent great food and atmosphere. Burgers and other sandwiches are amazing!!“

“We had a wonderful dinner on a Thursday evening. We were early so the restaurant was quiet. We loved everything we ate starting with the scotch and wine, the tinned fish appetizer, then the halibut and the steak frites, followed by the lemon raspberry cake and the chocolate peanut butter cake. Everything was superbly cooked and beautifully plated. Excellent service. We will definitely be back and will recommend to friends and family.“

“In the eons I've been coming to this joint, I recommend you bring patience with the door, cash in pocket, and appetite for some of the Best food in Syracuse!“

“We enjoyed Mother's Day Brunch at Redfield's this morning and it was excellent. They offered a lovely spread of breakfast and lunch items, including an omelette station, french toast bake, fruit, salads, chicken, and incredible freshly baked desserts (truffles, cream pies, bars). Terri, our waitress, was attentive and pleasant and the manager watched over the whole operation carefully. We have gone to other brunches and nothing compares. Other places are crowded and just not very special. We will return to next year.“

“Decent food (breakfast, burgers, chicken sandwiches, etc. and etc.) and friendly service. Service might rush you through to their own detriment, though. Come in for lunch and they assume you don't want dessert (at least, they did with us). Had a decent brownie from them, though, after "insisting."“

“Great atmosphere with amazing dishes.“

“This place is phenomenal. We were in the area and wanted to try something new. Looked up places nearby and this one came up.

Right from walking in the door we were greeted with a smile and seated right away. Our waiter promptly came over with menus and water.

We also got fresh bread with seasonings and parmesan and oil on the table to go with it.

Our appetizer was the poutine which came with roast beef and was so incredibly tender.

We also got the dip sandwich and the short rib grilled cheese. Both were amazing and loaded with meat. We could only eat half our sandwich before we were full.

Everything came out quickly and our cups were never empty.

The service from everyone was the best I've had in a long time and the food was phenomenal.

We'll be enjoying our leftovers and definitely be coming back.“

“Raised By Wolves. You kn0w what it is...“

“Best place to have a party in event room. Maria is the best to work with. Responded very quickly to inquire of room for my father’s birthday celebration. Lots of choices for food and the pizza oven has a variety of tasty pizzas to choose from. Kim DeStefano was the best bartender, quick, efficient and exceptionally friendly. The event room was everything I wanted & could have imagined to celebrate my dad’s 80th. Highly recommend with working with Marie for any parties in the future. Thank you Maxwells for awesome food and venue. Cheers !!“

“we were in early Saturday evening before an event at the palace theater across the street. it was clean and the staff were wonderful. the food was outstanding! my daughter had a fish sandwich and the breading was light and crispy and was actually seasoned! ( often breaded fish doesn't have much flavor in the breading) my husband and I both had variations of the Philly cheese steak sandwiches which were delicious! the toasted bread was really good. we also tried many samples the kitchen brought to us to try and their Mac n cheese was outstanding! wings cooked to perfection and the dirty rice was so good! everyone there were so polite and we will definitely be back!“

“We had such great service at Tullys, N Syracuse Angelina knew the menu well and could recommend great drinks. She was also very friendly we will be definitely coming back next time in town visiting family. The chicken tenders were so good too.“

“I can’t even begin to explain how nice and accommodating the staff was. I have never and I mean never have been to a place with staff as nice as them. I was not expecting that because it’s just a fast place to eat lunch but let me tell you, the service is outstanding. Really made my day.“

“loved the upscale atmosphere! I was there for a surprise birthday party .we had hors d'oeuvres.... delicious!!“

“My dad does not like your coffee, but I like your coffee.“

“I recommend going here to just chill and relax. If you love cats and want to just chill with them as well then that’s a plus! I love this gem.“

“Great place! I was kindly greeted by the sweet girls when I walked in, and they were very accommodating to me and my kids needs. The waitress we had was great and so friendly! She was very helpful and did an amazing job providing us service. The food was delicious as always. And as we left the managers and hostesses continued to be so polite to us, and made our stay wonderful! Highly recommend this place!“

“I love this place and I make sure to visit every time I’m in Syracuse. The portions are generous, and the place is extremely satisfying if you’re looking for a sports bar atmosphere. But for now, I’ll stick with the burgers, wings and fries. I tried the “Tipp Dip” Wednesday special recently and although the price was great, I found it very stringy and hard to chew through certain portions. Also, I’m there to watch sports, so I really hope they turn off the news. The situation in our government today is too overcharged and polarized. Many people are very angry, so politics should be avoided in a fun sports bar, IMHO. I come there to ESCAPE politics… to lose myself in live, or even pre-recorded sports action. Other than that, these guys do a fantastic job, and considering how much food they have to prepare so quickly, it’s awe inspiring to watch them in the kitchen!“

“We ordered for the first time tonight, and I just wanted to say that everything was absolutely wonderful, even ordered it for pick up and I can't tell you the last time I had such a great meal to go. The fried chicken was incredible as well as the sides. So kudos to you and your staff! Keep doing what you do!! We will be back and recommending to friends. Thanks, Jen Bockus“

“Very friendly service and EXCELLENT food. Highly recommend!!“

“Can’t beat it! Great atmosphere and bartenders. Drinks and food are always on point“

“went there today for dinner the food was awesome the staff took great care of the party“

“I've been here a few times, and the food is really good! The last time I got the "shake that honey maker" which was awesome and filled me up for literally the entire day. I wish it was a little spicier, but it was worth it in the end.“

“My wife and I had an opportunity to visit the funny bone for a concert with zac rushing. The funny bone really went out of their way to make sure everything went super smooth . Emily, our waitress was outstanding. This was a sold-out event, and every employee was there to take care of the customer. Very impressive. From the greeter to the last gentleman greeting us as we left. We were well taken care of . Will be back.“

“Fantastic food and drinks at great prices. If you have a good head for alcohol and want strong, well made drinks, the bartenders can't be beat. We had a birthday party there and all the other customers were so friendly and fun. It was a most memorable night.“

“food is always incredible, staff is fantastic! service is very timely“

“Everything but my favorite is the salt potatoes and Asian Salad“

“All her food is amazing and you can never go wrong when you eat there. Also you need to go try her bagel chips and her breakfast burger melt“

“Five stars aren't enough!!! We hired Karen's Catering to make a feast for a birthday party that was three hours away. Andrea and her team not only made outstanding food, but each and every item was packaged beautifully while also being travel-friendly. My family has a high standard for Italian food and they absolutely loved everything! We have strict instructions to bring Spaghetti Pie to every family event going forward! I highly recommend Karen's Catering and we look forward to hiring them again!“