The best restaurants in Syracuse

Some nights just need saucy satisfaction, and Wings in Cuse brings it with classic wings, boneless wings dinners, and a sauce lineup they…

900 Butternut St · ✓ checked Jul 30

Downtown’s Kofta Burger riffs on American classics with Middle Eastern flair, from a kofta-spiced beef patty and pomegranate molasses to a…

128 E Jefferson St · ✓ checked Jul 30

Craving a low-key spot that nails the classics, The Preserve at 405 turns out stone-fired pizzas, a no-nonsense dining menu, and proper…

405 Spencer St · ✓ checked Jul 30

Laid-back institution featuring hot wings & other American grub, plus pool & a lineup of live music.

1401 Burnet Ave

Casual, family-owned pizzeria and ice-cream shop that also serves Philly cheesesteaks.

466 Westcott St

French-inspired eatery focusing on "whole-animal butchery" and serving seasonal menus, brunch, steaks and cocktails.

309 W Fayette St

Sashimi, maki & Japanese kitchen entrees served in roomy, relaxed surrounds with a full bar.

3237 Erie Blvd E

Buzzy Vietnamese spot serving classics such as pho & iced coffee in relaxed, contemporary digs.

518 Kirkpatrick St

Extensive Italian menu dished in rustic quarters with a garden patio topped by vines & pergolas.

545 N Salina St

Relaxed, family-run eatery known for its pho noodle soup and grilled pork dishes.

216 Walton St

Extra-large pizzas, plus slices & wings, served in a mellow Italian counter-serve eatery.

109 Walton St

This funky contemporary space serves a menu of handmade burgers & poutine covered in gravy.

116 Walton St

Cozy Japanese place drawing a college crowd for specialty rolls, noodle bowls, bento boxes & sake.

163 Marshall St

Family-friendly diner specializing in breakfast food and sandwiches.

3788 W Seneca Turnpike

Cozy restaurant offering from-scratch, seasonal American dishes and craft cocktails.

4221 Fay Rd

Warm, family-run bistro serving Italian-American cuisine with a sustainable focus, plus beer & wine.

101 S Main St (North Syracuse)

Local roadhouse chain smoking BBQ fare alongside Southern & Tex-Mex items in funky digs.

4628 Onondaga Blvd

Tiny, environmentally conscious vegan cafe serving breakfast, sandwiches & popular milkshakes.

315 Irving Ave

Wine bar and eatery in a cozy setting offering small plates such as grilled onglet steak, and charcuterie.

304 E Onondaga St

Italian chain serving steak, classic entrees & cocktails in a traditional setting.

2950 Erie Blvd E

Popular restaurant chain with a variety of chicken wings, chicken tenders, boneless wings & sides for dine-in, takeout & delivery.

315 Nottingham Rd

Casual Vietnamese eatery offering a selection of vegan dishes, plus beer and wine.

3801 Milton Ave (Camillus)

Informal restaurant offering pancakes & innovative dishes, including chicken & waffles.

500 Westcott St

Sushi rolls and other Japanese eats are served in a casual setting with a bar.

7567 Oswego Rd #3 (Liverpool)

Longtime sports-centric neighborhood tavern serving wings & other bar staples in a comfy atmosphere.

1802 Grant Blvd

Family-run Italian restaurant making fresh pasta from local produce with an elegant brick interior.

344 S Warren St

Casual, family-owned restaurant specializing in sushi rolls and hibachi items, plus bento boxes for lunch.

4 Chevy Dr (East Syracuse)

Chic restaurant with upscale American eats & craft cocktails in a former barbershop with a patio.

500 S Warren St

Casual Italian eatery providing pies, sandwiches, chicken wings & drinks, with outdoor seating.

802 S Crouse Ave

Contemporary eatery serves homemade pasta dishes & Italian-American fare in a warm, brick interior.

311 S Franklin St

N.Y.-style deli serving hot and cold subs and sandwiches alongside pizza, burgers and desserts.

700 S Geddes St

Pub plates & 26 craft beers on tap offered in a convivial, brick-lined setting with outdoor seating.

122 E Genesee St

Easygoing pizzeria for classic thin- & thick-crust pies, plus hot subs, wings & other typical grub.

4326 E Genesee St

Sweet & savory waffles, plus fried chicken, sandwiches & espresso, in a buzzy space with live music.

307-13 S Clinton St

Casual spot offering breakfast-to-dinner diner eats such as chicken and waffles and poutine, plus cocktails.

4002 W Genesee St

Barbecue chain serving Southern-style meats & draft brews in a retro setting (most have live music).

246 W Willow St

Formal eatery offering hibachi dishes prepared at a table and sushi rolls at a bar.

4713 Onondaga Blvd ste110

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

115 Simon Dr

Easygoing tavern offering rotating craft beers on tap, pub fare, cocktails & wine.

125 E Water St

Comfort food & cocktails served in retro-chic digs with a basement speakeasy hosting live music.

321 S Salina St

Lively, long-running tavern featuring American pub grub & Irish dishes, plus live music & trivia.

100 S Lowell Ave

Longtime mainstay providing sushi & other traditional Japanese & Korean classics in comfy surrounds.

2731 Erie Blvd E

No-frills fast-food chain preparing a variety of chicken wings & sides for takeout & delivery.

4421 S Salina St

Casual spot at Salt City Market for home-style Vietnamese fare, including vegan options.

484 S Salina St

Hefty helpings of comfort food in a spacious diner adorned with vintage signs & Betty Boop cartoons.

110 Wolf St

Casual, halal deli featuring cheesesteaks and burgers, plus the popular chicken over rice.

712 E Fayette St

Veteran Italian restaurant featuring an upscale ambiance & housemade pasta & sauces since 1982.

6594 Thompson Rd

A wide selection of sushi, sashimi & rolls prepared in a flashy space, plus wine, beer & sake.

215 Walton St

Thai & Vietnamese dishes share the menu at this casual restaurant with bubble tea & a BYOB policy.

143 Marshall St

Wood-fired restaurant featuring a menu of local ingredients and a bar that serves artisanal cocktails.

118 E Genesee St

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

3528 W Genesee St

Casual restaurant & bar serving locally sourced pizza & pasta, plus wine, beer & cocktails.

260 Genesee St

Long-running skylight-topped American bistro serving a seasonal menu, with an attached coffee bar.

900 E Genesee St

Daytime stop offering an eclectic range of sandwiches & sides in a simple, cozy storefront.

110 W Fayette St

Elegant restaurant featuring a menu with creative and unexpected dishes from burgers to seafood.

238 W Jefferson St

Contemporary, family-friendly Japanese eatery featuring hibachi fare, sushi rolls & fusion entrees.

9331 Destiny USA Dr

Relaxed restaurant serving traditional Chinese fare such as dim sum and noodles.

2841 Erie Blvd E