Eat Like a Local: My Go-To Syracuse Spots (That Aren’t Overhyped)
Because yes, we have more than just pizza and wings—these are the places I’d fight for in a food court showdown.
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Great service, amazing food, delicious drinks, perfect atmosphere for date night or family outing
Sake Bomb
Best food in Syracuse!
Inka’s
Amazing authentic Indian food. Spicy is HOTTT
Masala Heaven
Best donuts in the greater Syracuse area!! Friendly staff- they do it RIGHT!
Country Glazed | Central Square NY
Dave’s Hot Chicken doesn’t just serve chicken—they serve a challenge. Crispy, juicy, heat-levels-from-heaven-or-hell type chicken that hits so hard it might just heal your soul and ruin your mascara.
Dave's Hot Chicken
Real Italians here! BEST Sicilian pie in Syracuse!
Sapori By Antonio Restaurant & Pizzeria
Great location, coffee & menu! Gluten free options are fire!
Ink Corner Cafe
Deliciousness to the max!! Everything can be made gluten free. Freshest Mexican food around!
Carmelita's Mexican Restaurant
This one’s a sleeper! Not only is the beer amazing, but the menu is ON POINT! Fresh, modern, delicious! (Psst! Play area for kids!)
Willow Rock Brewing Company - Cicero
Fast, fresh, and actually flavorful—this spot has been my go-to for comfort food that never misses. The General Tso’s? A masterpiece. The lo mein? Pure serotonin. Whether you’re feeding the fam or hiding from your kids with a box of dumplings, this i...
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Brooklyn Pickle isn’t just a sandwich shop—it’s a rite of passage. Piled-high meats, crave-worthy pickles, and bread so fresh it deserves its own fan page. Come hungry, leave with leftovers for days.
Brooklyn Pickle East
Whether you’re there for the hummus or plotting your next shawarma-fueled soft launch, here are some scroll-stopping, salivating list descriptions to crown this spot the king it is:
