43 Best Coffee Shops in Syracuse

“Stopped In Wednesday evening 10/10 experience! Staff was very approachable about explaining the menu and making sure we would like what we ordered. I love finding places that have pandan flavored items as it's not very common in the area. I love that they have items here with it! I had a matcha drink this time around but my next visit will be Vietnamese coffee!“

“Cafe Blue was the best coffee I have ever had! I will be coming back for sure!“

“If you’ve never tried the strawberry matcha from Cake Bar, you have to! I wasn’t even a fan of matcha before, but this drink completely changed my mind. It’s honestly the best I’ve ever had!!! I could drink it every single day! The customer service is immaculate. There was a short line, but it moved quickly. The atmosphere is so calming and cozy. I especially loved all the plants around the café. Their menu is huge too, with so many delicious options to choose from. I can’t wait to go back and try more!“

“I absoltely love this place been going since 2006“

“Absolutely the best cafe in CNY!“

“I love Strong Hearts! 💕 their food is always amazing, and their menu even inspires some of the food I make at home!! they are definitely a staple in the vegan community and I am so happy to see them grow, from Syracuse to Buffalo! ❤️💛“

“Recommended! Love this Place“

“Celebrated my daughters bridal shower today at Phoebe’s! I couldn’t have picked a better venue. Everything was perfect from the atmosphere to the food to the staff. Perfect day!! Thank you to all the staff for your help today.“

“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“

“Stopped in Syracuse for a couple of days and my friend who goes to school there recommended this place — and it did not disappoint! I got an iced caramel latte and it definitely hit the spot — though it was not as sweet as I typically like. I imagine this is a great place for students to go because there’s a ton of seating and also seems like a really inclusive environment. I didn’t try any food, but I was told they had a wide selection.“

“I give all my buyer clients gift baskets when they close on a new home. In every basket I include the three items that are a part of an old traditional house blessing: “Bread—that this house may never know hunger, Salt—that life may always have flavor, and Wine—that joy and prosperity may reign forever” I always use small, local businesses for the products to make and fill my basket. Especially the bread! I want it to be same-day fresh, and from a bakery as close to the client’s new home as possible. Well, yesterday I had a final walkthrough with a client in the Scottholm neighborhood, and Tous Les Jours was the closest option. Boy was I blown away by every detail of this shop!! It was pristine, every item and every surface sparkled and gleamed, there were so many delicious looking pastries and so many I had never seen before! The chefs were dressed in beautiful gingham uniforms and chatted with us as easily as if they had known us for years. I will definitely be going back many times. And my clients very much appreciated the delicious, authentic French Baguette!“

“Bartenders make creative nice cocktails. Employees are well mannered and kind. Relaxing environment with several food options under the same roof.“

“Salt City Coffee is our go-to for coffee catering at events -- every time they deliver top-notch service, a friendly and professional team, and of course, delicious coffee. Their mobile coffee cart is always a hit with guests and brings a fun, memorable touch to any celebration. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, or private party, you can count on Salt City to show up on time, be responsive, and serve with a smile. We highly recommend their team!“

“Best bulk bean coffee in town, hands down. Roasted daily, fresh as you can get. Monday is light roast, Friday is dark. Does have coffee cups for sale but take it to go. This is a place to buy and leave, not sit for hours. If you have time, Doug will educate you on coffee.“

“Love Varsity Pizza! I remember when I was younger going to SU games but swinging by Varsity’s for a slice before the game.“

“Salt City Coffee is our go-to for coffee catering at events -- every time they deliver top-notch service, a friendly and professional team, and of course, delicious coffee. Their mobile coffee cart is always a hit with guests and brings a fun, memorable touch to any celebration. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, or private party, you can count on Salt City to show up on time, be responsive, and serve with a smile. We highly recommend their team!“

“I tried one of your light roasts this week for the first time and it is amazing! I will definitely be a repeat customer!“

“A reflection of true coffee shop feel that emboldens good price for a cup of "different" Java where you feel welcome to the surprise of actually having somewhere to get out of the home. Take a minute and see The World from a different point of view before stepping back out into madness...“

“Aurora's is a little gem. Stephanie and her husband make everyone feel welcome. The baked goods are delicious and they have the best coffee ever!“

“Their breakfast sandwich was SPOT ON! *chef's kiss* The everything bagel was so soft and fresh, the chili mayo was absolutely key, and the egg was perfect. Their breakfast wrap was also delicious. Great mocha latte and coffee too ? ?? ?

Vegetarian options: I asked for the breakfast sandwich without meat. They were happy to do that.“

“I got an iced latte with oat milk. Delicious! And the barista working this morning was super sweet. Thank you so much. 💛“

“Went there for the first time today!! Had a great experience!! They have really good Chai Tea Latte’s!! 😋“

“Nice Healthy Options! Turmeric Chia Tea Very Yummy!“

“Decent place for a morning breakfast and a Latte
My daughters tried the Bagel and the oatmeal and I had the bagel and coffee .
It was good and a easy walk from the restaurant.
Plenty of space to seat and enjoy a morning coffee and was not crowded“

“Had wonderful sandwiches and salads delivered for 60 people! Delicious, prompt and friendly!“

“I feel sorry for the batista. There was only one and there was a long line.“

“I tried one of your light roasts this week for the first time and it is amazing! I will definitely be a repeat customer!“

“Nice for dining inside or out. Always friendly and attentive service. Good selection of great food for full meal or just grazing.“

“Recommended! Love this Place“

“Yummy especially DD coffee & d donuts too...“

“Their coffee is delicious and well priced. There is a menu available where you can order food to accompany your coffee. The freshly baked bread, cookies, and cakes were both tasty and affordable. Despite its small scale, the room will hold a large group. This is an absolute must-see!“

“Update 1-14-25. Went here to order two hot mocha lattes, service was wonderful, coffee was much better than the other store at N Geddes and W Genesee street and we were treated with respect and kindness, much better than the store where the other Dunkin' that has Diane as the manager ever did. Bravo to Velasko Road location Thanks for making our experience a wonderful one we will bring back more business here . AA++“

“I have been looking for a bialy for some time and while there are plenty of places that make bagels, so few have bialy on their menu. I found the bialy here to have very good texture and flavor, but wish there was more onion and poppy seed, which is very traditional on a bialy.“

“The location is convenient and has a drive thru. I prefer the iced lattes, specifically the maple vanilla and the mocha. They have delicious bagel sandwiches. Their employees are always pleasant, and the wait is never terribly long. I believe they do have order ahead, but not for all of the items that they offer. They have both booths and tables.“

“Even though I don't shop Price Chopper often, I now make sure to always stop at Starbucks after I check out, to treat myself after a stressful shopping trip to feed 3 teenagers!The baristas are awesome, cheerful, and always go the extra mile, even if it's an extra chocolate drizzle to try and cheer up your day!They went out of their way to wish my son a Happy Birthday, and congratulate me on 18 years of parenthood! The frozen drinks here are also more frozen (yay! ?) than the Starbucks up at Barnes and Nobles up on Erie Blvd East.

Dietary restrictions: They offer soy, almond, oat, and other types of milk, for people like me that don't engage in interspecies breastfeeding, and are allergic to cow's milk“

“AMAZING FIRST EXPERIENCE!! We will definitely make this one of our new favorite shops! My son loved his PB flurry! And they have THE best vegan ice cream and cookies! Something for everyone! Check them out! You won’t regret it!! 10 🌟“

“Great place for a quick bite to eat! Friendly staff, warm atmosphere, and the food's pretty damn good for the price! The breakfast sandwich was killer, I've also had the chicken cutlet sub which came with chips.. I would have definitely upgraded the 250 for the fries but oh well!“

“Pomelo is my fav ! The employees are so sweet and remember my drink when I walk up ! Missing this during covid !“

“Best food and best people!“

“Excellent service, very friendly and ALWAYS have what you want. Open until 9 pm. Compared to other DD Down the road, rude staff, can’t understand them, drinks watered down and close way to early for their location. On a busy street, close at 7 pm.“

“This Dunkin is in a convenient location and the coffee is always great. I dislike when a neighborhood place like Dunkin keeps the bathrooms locked; it’s unfriendly and unneighborly to do this as I see it.“

“🌟 Kenzyrah at Fairmount Starbucks = Excellence in Action 🌟

I had an Uber Eats order prepared by Kenzyrah at the Fairmount Starbucks, and it was one of the best customer service experiences I've ever had - enough so that I had to get online to leave a review.

Not only was the order perfectly sealed and separated to survive a long journey, but she also included a thoughtful handwritten message that brightened my entire day. This kind of professionalism, care, and attention to detail goes far beyond the call of duty, especially since going into the café was a part of my routine.

In a world where fast service can sometimes feel impersonal, Kenzyrah proved that kindness and excellence can travel miles. Her actions reflect a true ambassador for Starbucks' values, and to ensure the higher ups recognize what a rare gem she is 💎, here's my little poem of thanks:

In every sip, her kindness shows,
A steady hand, a heart that glows.
Through coffee cups and journeys long,
Kenzyrah's care makes service strong 🦾

Thank you, Fairmount team, and especially Kenzyrah, for reminding me why I choose to stand by my local café team in a time of global stress and much-needed economic activism.“