Well, I live above Pure and it is truly the only reason I refuse to move out of my apartment. This…read moreplace makes living downtown amazing -- FIRST OFF: Gimme Coffee is my favorite (as someone who has had coffee in 12 different countries and 34 different states) and boy, do they know how to utilize it. My personal favorite: a vanilla (did i mention their syrups are HOMEMADE????) breve. My favorite breve in town. SECOND OFF: the food? local, fresh, made right. Also for those days when I can't really be around the public: amazing food to-go! Also very vegan-friendly. THIRD OFF: the goods! the variety! whether I want local honey, some kombucha, local cheeses....milk, lassi even! pastas, spices, just visit and see for yourself. FOURTH OFF???: the homemade baked goods (best kept secret: theyre $1 after 5 pm). I live for the chocolate croissants. FIFTH OFF: super fun weekly drinks! My favorite so far: Thai iced tea. SIXTH OFF AND MOST IMPORTANT: every single employee that works there is incredible, welcoming, loving, I consider them my cafe family. Truly. I refuse to leave this apartment if it means taking me further from Pure! For now, I only have to walk downstairs for dreams come true.

This place is so cute and the ambiance is lovely. They have a market with local foodie items. They…read moreserve Gimme! coffee, but they don't know quite what to do with it. When I asked the barista how many ounces of espresso went into their lattes or ameicanos, they didn't know, and then explained that they just press buttons. If I wanted coffee made by buttons, we could just go to Starbucks or McDonald's. It hardly justifies $5 for a latte, which should ideally be made by a person. That said, the my coffee tasted great. Unfortunately, my friend ordered an americano. When I saw the barista pumping a thermos into his cup, I asked them what they were doing. They said "Oh, we pre-make it so it's easier for us." I didn't know that coffee shops are made to be easier on the purveyors. And they clearly don't know that within 15 minutes, the precious and delicate and delicious qualities of espresso disappear. I'm still shocked by their response. Also, his Americano wasn't hot as most of those thermoses don't keep things hot enough. But at least they didn't have to stress, which seems a large concern considering no one else was in the place. Ugh.

A cool place with a few leather couches, a generous bartop with seating on the side, and additional…read moretables in the back. Free wi-fi. They sell gourmet chocolates here. Zing! The coffee is average and tends to run on the sweeter side. So be specific with your order. Service? Good enough. Though, it seemed the guy ringing us up could have used a good joke. But I only know lame jokes (which is pretty depressing in itself), so I did not share my jokes him.

I can't visit Auburn without stopping here and getting a Black Forest (specialty coffee drink)…read more Just about everyone who works there recognizes me coming in and knows exactly what I want. Someday I might trick them and order something else. (Probably not.) The atmosphere is very relaxed, and I believe there is free wifi. It's a great place to meet with a client or friend over a cup of coffee and maybe a chocolate or pastry. Would give it 6 stars if I could.

Yummy! Cute little spot with delicious breakfast options. I customized my omelette and it came out…read moreperfect. The sausage gravy was excellent. My husband enjoyed the Country Breakfast and we shared gluten free buttermilk pancakes. Everything was tasty and service was super friendly. Will definitely return when in the area!

The food and the service were very good. The seating was a bit cramped, and arriving on a busy…read moreSaturday in February turned out to result in a significant wait for a table. There were some samples to try while we waited, however, so that was nice. Essentially, this is like a local version of a Cracker Barrel complete with a shop of interesting things. The breakfast skillet was tasty and I really enjoyed their toast. The burger was seared well for flavor, but still juicy and the fries had good flavor and crispiness. I enjoyed the semi campy vibe of the restaurant and store in a way that a corporate place would not accomplish.

I scoped this spot while planning a few hour stop at the National Historical Park in Seneca during…read moreour annual Girls Trip 2026. We get here around 1pm for lunch and found a few tables seated and friendly staff behind the counter. They had a ton of baked goodies including scones, cookies, cupcakes, brownies, etc. inside the case and fall is looming so there were a lot of fall-inspired flavors that looked wonderful. I chose a black iced tea and the Chicken Salad Sandwich with chips. The sandwich was AMAZING. Delicious and fresh chicken salad and a huge portion. I ate and ate and ate. Highly recommend. My friend ordered the Cowgirl Sandwich which was a ham sandwich with avocado and she loved it. Huge portion so she only ate half. She has a soy allergy so the side she ordered wasn't an option for her once the kitchen checked so they graciously offered her the side of potato wedges as they were free of soy. She quickly prioritized those over the other half of her sandwich when they came out fresh, piping hot, and loaded with some delicious garlic parm seasoning. She raved about that! Ha. Decor inside is all centered around Women's Liberation and the Women's Movement which, love! Great location and has two of the statues featured in Seneca right across the street. We really enjoyed our lunch here and, as an intro to the town, it was a great first stop!

Great spot- delicious food- important mission-reasonable prices- nice staff!…read moreReally close to thruway- definitely worth a stop!

Food is incredibly delicious. The service is great and this establishment is super clean. I am now…read morea regular customer for sure. A must try!!!

In Auburn, New York in a quiet residential area is this tasty Puerto Rican restaurant. It's a clean…read moreon the outside and clean on the inside although it smells like Fabulosa lol..... They have some tables on the inside and they have an outside patio area. The parking is limited you can park on the street and then they have a very small driveway that can fit maybe two cars. The food is more buffet style however, you have someone on the other side, preparing it for you . I was kind of skeptical when I saw it presented as a buffet however, the rice was seasoned perfectly with the black beans, and the sweet plantains, just the right amount of sweetness, and the flan was perfection. The gentleman serving me was nice and assisted me with explaining each item . I will definitely be back for more of their delicious food. Cheers

Italian sub. Yes…read more Strawberry Lemonade. Yes. Giant ahh ice cream. Yes. --------------------------------------------

Huge Mennonite grocery store chock full of fantastic looking fresh produce, meats, preserves,…read morepickles, desserts, and other interesting stuff (like some beautifully quaint hand-made birdhouses). Well worth making the drive (though gorgeous farmland) to visit, browse, sample, and shop. You won't walk away empty-handed ...

Great spot! Visited on vacation. Wonderful coffee and yummy breakfast food. The vibe was very cool!read more

Fantastic cafe located in the cute downtown PennYann area. Street parking, big spaces, good for…read moresmall children, good options for both savory and sweet (baked goods vs. quiche and sandwiches) Their green tea matcha latte did not disappoint- aesthetically pleasing and also good full matcha flavor. Service was fast- wish they were a bit more warm/friendly to match the warmth of their decor/interior design, but at least the food was good. We got baked goods- the croissants- correct flake, buttery, and large. This is a proper croissant. Sandwiches also good flavor- I got the chicken salad. Quiche was also a good choice.

What a goldmine for breakfast, lunch & snacks! Service was so friendly. Lots of options for picky…read moreeaters

SCW and I stopped into Oak Leaf Cafe while we were wine tasting in the area. The interior is nice…read moreand clean with the menu both printed and overhead. You order first then take a seat and they bring out your food. I got a salad and SCW got a grilled cheese. We waited about 10 minutes while our food was being prepared. The salad was fresh and I enjoyed the spinach, cashews, onion and dried fruit. The dressing was good as well, ithe t had a lemon hint to it that I enjoyed. The grilled cheese was tasty as well. All of the ingredients were good quality. My only complaint was that as you take your finished plates and such back to the bins it seems the tables don't get wiped down as frequently as may be desired. Attached to the cafe you'll find a large market with lots of bulk items, produce, and meats and cheeses. I wouldn't mind getting some things but since we were traveling just didn't have the room.

Visiting Shamballa Cafe today really makes me wonder: why do I even bother with chain coffee shops?…read more First and foremost: the coffee is awesome! I went with what was in the vat today: a medium roast that I believe was called blue moon. I forget the provenance of said roast (I remember it was South American), but my oh my was it good! Exactly what you want a medium roast to be: balanced, with notes of whatever chocolate or berries or leather is in there. I couldn't put the cup down! Whereas getting the sludge from the big chains down the gullet sometimes feels like a morning chore. Why is the coffee so good here? It turns out that the owner (a very friendly guy named Emmett) roasts it himself. He had several varieties on offer that were roasted within the last 24 hours, maybe even this morning. That particular minutiae is a blur as I wasn't caffeinated yet when we discussed this. But it's yet another huge benefit a local cafe provides: freshness! Another thing: Shamballa is a great restorer of faith in community and our fellow humans. Emmett and I discussed many things in my fairly brief time in his shop, but I'll never forget the empathy he displayed when discussing some current trials & tribulations. It turns out he's been down the same road, and his well-wishes and kindness made for an even finer accompaniment to the coffee than the coffee cake muffin pairing that was purchased on impulse. A double espresso was consumed on-site while 2 large coffees were taken to go. The espresso was awesome, 100x better than Sbux or Dunkin'. Total for 3 beverages? Less than $8! For later, I grabbed a 1/2 lb. of whole bean Guatemalan medium roast on Emmett's recommendation, and the coffee cake muffin was moist and delicious without being too crumbly or cloyingly saccharine. Drake's it was not! A ten spot covered the latter purchase. If I lived in Baldwinsville, I'd probably stop by here every morning! Except Sunday and Monday when they're closed. Be sure to arrive early, closing time is now noon. Please swing by Shamballa and see for yourself! Perhaps you too will ponder why we make grabbing coffee a chore, when it can be a true morning delight?

Great coffee. Great owner. Great vibe. Upon closing in the afternoon, the owner asked if I wanted…read moreone for the road at no charge. While I had had enough caffeine for the day, the offer was nice. Great for a remote office for a few hours, or a spot to hanging with some friends.

The owner of the place was so sweet! They no longer sell coffee due to covid but he was able to…read moresell me some freshly roasted coffee beans. For each bag, it was $8 for 8oz. Very good prices. I haven't yet tried the coffee, but the service alone was amazing. He spent so much time sharing his story and showing us his rostering set up.

I absolutely love this coffee and I truly appreciate a small business owner who takes so much pride…read moreand passion in their craft! I had been meaning to order beans forever and was lucky enough to stumble upon their table at Prison City's winter market! I bought a light and a dark roast, whole beans and the were both amazing! It really makes a difference in the cup of coffee! I've always wanted to stop by for the $1 pour over (I'm not sure if they're still doing it anyway, but I envy those who have had this experience!). I also want to acknowledge the business owner; he really did a lot for the community in the early days of the pandemic and I'll never forget that. He still exudes positivity despite the many demands of small business ownership. Anyway, if you're in the area, stop by Crow city roasters! I believe you can also order online for pickup!