OK, What are the Best Restaurants in Syracuse these Days?

[HOFCeluck]

I feel like if you’re listing Dinosaur as one of you’re top restaurants in Syracuse then your doing something wrong.

I’ll add Arad Evans in Fayetteville. I think it’s the only one of my favorites that’s has yet to be listed.

 

[KellySyracuse]

I'll add Basil Leaf in N. Syracuse, they have an outdoor bar and their greens are pretty damn good.

 

[cuse10]

Appreciate this thread. Haven't been in Syracuse since I graduated and hope to be up there for a few basketball games this season. Need a few places to eat in my time there.

 

[kmart128]

No love for Spaghetti Warehouse? That's my favorite. Dominick's being a close 2nd

 

[Stevenson]

Very tough to find a good meal in Syracuse.

 

[rrlbees]

I'll add Basil Leaf in N. Syracuse, they have an outdoor bar and their greens are pretty damn good.

Like them a lot too.

 

[rrlbees]

I know some will snicker but I have to put a word in for a place down the street from me which is very underrated. Avicollis. Best chicken riggies around.

 

[HOFCeluck]

No love for Spaghetti Warehouse? That's my favorite. Dominick's being a close 2nd

I used to LOVE SW. But I went to the Toledo one and it was just so gross.

Haven’t been back since.

 

[rrlbees]

No love for Scotch and Sirloin?

 

[oldpinepoint]

No love for Scotch and Sirloin?

the bar and fire place is cool, otherwise its average at best

 

[690West]

Appreciate this thread. Haven't been in Syracuse since I graduated and hope to be up there for a few basketball games this season. Need a few places to eat in my time there.

No football games?

 

[sutomcat]

I am not a fancy restaurant kind of guy. Here are some unpretentious places and dishes I recommend:

Best gyro: Kosta’s in East Syracuse. Hole in the wall type place. Lunch and a show.
Best frittata: Mother’s in Eastwood
Best sub: Dibella’s on Bridge St. Try the Uncle Louie or the Chicken Philly and thank me later
Best plain burger: Trapper’s in East Syracuse.
Best fancy burger: Power Play Burger at Ale ‘n’ Angus Pub downtown
Best bacon, eggs and home fries: Gardenview Diner in Liverpool
Best chicken sandwich: Golden Spike in East Syracuse (get the crispy chicken sandwich)
Best pizza: Twin Trees (several locations)
Best Mexican food: Rio Grande in Liverpool
Best Chicken Alfredo: Avicolli’s in Liverpool

 

[690West]

Those who understand these two words have been to the drunk culinary mountaintop:
Artemis, Westcott.

 

[kmart128]

I used to LOVE SW. But I went to the Toledo one and it was just so gross.

Haven’t been back since.

Really? I typically go around every holiday they have a special feast for 4. Comes with 2 Lasagnas, 2 Chicken Parms, 2 spaghetti, 2 fettuccine Alfredo and 4 soup or salads. For just $30. Can't beat that deal.

 

[GoSU96]

Very tough to find a good meal in Syracuse.

That is ridiculously stupid

 

[SmilinBob]

Father Rooster also known as Papa Gallo in Fayetteville has good Mexican food.

 

[rocklloyd]

I know some will snicker but I have to put a word in for a place down the street from me which is very underrated. Avicollis. Best chicken riggies around.

No snickering at all. It’s great. My neighbor owns the place. Great Italian food.

 

[OttoMets]

I am not a fancy restaurant kind of guy. Here are some unpretentious places and dishes I recommend:

Best gyro: Kosta’s in East Syracuse. Hole in the wall type place. Lunch and a show.
Best frittata: Mother’s in Eastwood
Best sub: Dibella’s on Bridge St. Try the Uncle Louie or the Chicken Philly and thank me later
Best plain burger: Trapper’s in East Syracuse.
Best fancy burger: Power Play Burger at Ale ‘n’ Angus Pub downtown
Best bacon, eggs and home fries: Gardenview Diner in Liverpool
Best chicken sandwich: Golden Spike in East Syracuse (get the crispy chicken sandwich)
Best pizza: Twin Trees (several locations)
Best Mexican food: Rio Grande in Liverpool
Best Chicken Alfredo: Avicolli’s in Liverpool

Golden Spike makes great food for an under-the-radar dive/locals kind of bar. I don't get there often enough, but it's a terrific lunch option if you're in the area. Burgers and chicken tenders are top-notch.

Heads-up for those who haven't been, your first two mentions are cash-only. Not a deal-breaker for some, but that kind of thing always catches me by surprise. (I only went to Kosta's once, didn't get the hype, but the owner's a real nice guy. Worth another try, I think.)

 

[OttoMets]

Those who understand these two words have been to the drunk culinary mountaintop:
Artemis, Westcott.

You're not the only one: Ranking The Dorian's Greek God Sandwiches

As the owner's gotten less involved, their quality control has gotten beyond inconsistent. That said, a few of us got pies and beers on the deck after the game on Saturday and the food was great.

 

[OttoMets]

Father Rooster also known as Papa Gallo in Fayetteville has good Mexican food.

(Sorry)

 

[Fly Rodder]

Golden Spike makes great food for an under-the-radar dive/locals kind of bar. I don't get there often enough, but it's a terrific lunch option if you're in the area. Burgers and chicken tenders are top-notch.

Fish sandwich on friday is pretty tasty.

I avoided Arad Evans for a long time because I thought it was pretentious, but I've been twice in the last few months and really enjoyed it. I hit Papa Gallo every few weeks. It's a quick stop and consistent food. Scotch & Sirloin is great on a cold night when they have the fire ripping and you want a few drinks, some peanuts, and maybe an app or small plate. Ray Brothers down near Hamilton is doing great. I know the owners (one's an SU alum). My secret dive bar with good food is the Blue Canoe out in Erieville - especially good on a warm summer night.

I'm looking foward to the opening of the new Wood Grill at the Craftsman. Avicollis and Bull & Bear in Fayetteville should be opening this winter/early spring.

 

[sutomcat]

Golden Spike makes great food for an under-the-radar dive/locals kind of bar. I don't get there often enough, but it's a terrific lunch option if you're in the area. Burgers and chicken tenders are top-notch.

Heads-up for those who haven't been, your first two mentions are cash-only. Not a deal-breaker for some, but that kind of thing always catches me by surprise. (I only went to Kosta's once, didn't get the hype, but the owner's a real nice guy. Worth another try, I think.)

FYI, the Spike was just ranked the #14 pub in upstate NY. I have tried most of their menu and specials and still haven't found anything to order there that wasn't excellent.

See the 3 Syracuse pubs that rank among Upstate NY's best

 

[Cusefan0307]

I know some will snicker but I have to put a word in for a place down the street from me which is very underrated. Avicollis. Best chicken riggies around.

We love Avicollis. Problem is we go there and I am full for days.

 

[dooey139]

Not sure if I saw this on the list, but I think Otro Cinco is one of my favorites. Plus they take reservations, which makes things a lot easier. Also a big fan of:

Kitty Hoynes (sneaky good food)
Francesca's as has been said
Lots of deserved love for Apizza, I also like Peppino's downtown for a quick woodfire pizza usually for lunch
Blue Tusk for great atmosphere/beer/sandwiches
Modern Malt is a fun place
A little outside of downtown, Chophouse on Waring is really good

 

[cuse10]

No football games?

Wanted to be there this weekend, but planned poorly. Travel and lodging are more than I was comfortable with spending. Looking at NC State, but hotels within reasonable distance from the University are hard to come by that weekend.