Updated review - I'm glad to say they seem to resolved the issues with picking up food - you can…read moreagain pick up by name on the shelving by the door. Orders are promptly ready, and the food is consistent and good. Also, while other downtown restaurants seem to be raising prices willy and/or nilly, the prices here remain very reasonable. I can't speak to the speed of ordering in person, but this now is a quick and affordable spot with tasty bagels and sandwiches.

We usually pick Water Street Bagel as our go-to bagel spot just in relativity of its proximity to…read moreour home. We've had a few mixed experiences in the past but we do keep going back. The staff always seem to be hard at work as they are clearly in high demand. We were lucky this visit because all of the bagels were super fresh as it was peak busy hours. We also were lucky because we actually found parking quite quickly & didn't have to circle the block. I appreciate they offer sandwich options but I usually stick with a bagel & some form of cream cheese for myself because that's just usually my preference. This visit I got a rosemary salt bagel with salmon cream cheese. It was simple & perfectly what I was looking for that day. It's a beautiful space that is well lit & well decorated. It's easy to find them with their sign out front. It can get a bit crowded inside if they're busy but that's nothing to complain about it's just the reality of the space they are working with. Last note- it does always smell really amazing when you walk in there.

I've long been a fan of their buffalo cream cheese and occasionally swing by for a bagel…read more However, last week I ordered takeout, and was so pleasantly surprised that I felt like I needed to update my review. My bagels came to me warm and straight from the oven, and were delightfully fluffy. There was a smiley face drawn onto my takeout bag. Honestly, little touches like that just made my whole day. Of course, the flavored cream cheeses were decadent. It was the perfect pick me up I didn't even know I needed, and I feel even more fondly about this little gem now.

This place was a master class in fumbling the ball, we went there got 4 bagels and it took 20…read moreminutes. The place was busy, but toasted bagels don't taje 20 minutes. For bagels that are closer to rubber. The coffee was a sorry sight too.

We recently ordered Bagicious for breakfast for our team at work and everyone had rave reviews…read more They loved the breakfast platters that were put together, one with savory bagels and one with sweet. The different flavors of cream cheese were also a hit. The French toast bagel was a fav!!

Typically, I love a good crunchy toasted bagel, but their warm & soft ones really hit the spot!…read moreThey felt lighter than a bagel sandwich would usually for me. we ordered an Italian with sausage on a sun-dried tomato bagel, and a classic all-American, full of sesame seeds. They had both in person & to go order linin up. Next up are sweets!!!

A house turned into a cute cafe. The atmosphere is immediately relaxing and the decor is eclectic…read morebut not overwhelming. The person at the counter was pleasant while taking my order. I ordered a canned kombucha and pumpkin spice cake donut for myself and a Creekside Matcha for my partner, all of which were fantastic. The cake donut is easily one of the best pumpkin spice baked goods I've enjoyed

Super cute and inviting space! I ordered the Creekside matcha special, and a pumpkin spice donut…read more The pumpkin spice donut didnt make it to a photo it was so tasty. The creekside matcha was decent, good color, not overly sweet. It lacked a little of the oomph I look for in a good matcha, it was a little light on flavor. Still it is rare to find a place that uses real matcha in the area and not just matcha sugar. Service was nice and fast! Really pleasant.

I really enjoy the coffee from recess coffee. I do think the matcha leaves a lot to be desired, it…read moreis rather bland and tasteless but their coffee is great. Service is great and it's always crowded whenever we go. I do recommend checking it out here!

Had a breakfast sandwich.. excellent.. college atmosphere coffee excellent.. smoothies paninis,…read moresweets.. of course different coffees people were nice

Always love my Recess coffee & whatever else I have had. Cookies & fresh made are always different…read more& delish

Cute place. Very friendly staff. Good coffee. Had the classic breakfast sandwich (bacon, cheddar,…read moreegg on an everything bagel which was very good. There is a small dine in area.

The sweet and savory sandwich was one of the best breakfast sandwiches ever! Coffee was great and…read morestaff was very friendly. 6 stars!

I'm almost never downtown on weekdays when they're open, but errands brought me into the area so I…read moredecided to pop in for an impromptu bite, as I've been wanting to try for some time. The cashier (owner?) was very nice and offered to let me try their sting sauce when I asked about it. (It's an herbaceous aioli, and pretty tasty.) I went for the green machine which had spinach, avocado, pickled jalapeño pesto, goat cheese, and scallion cream cheese. My sandwich came out fast and was brought right over to where I was waiting. There are a couple of tables but this is more of a grab and go spot that seems mostly to cater to the office crowd grabbing a quick breakfast or lunch. My sandwich looked beautiful and tasted just as wonderful. Avocado was fresh, bagel was soft, egg was cooked perfectly. The flavor was wonderful and the scallion cream cheese really brought everything together. Would stop here again and would recommend to anyone!

These freshly made bagels are wonderful. The service is generally fast and friendly. The space is…read moresmall and perfect for a nice little breakfast or lunch. I ordered the honey Sriracha bagel, and it was really delicious. The honey complemented the Sriracha and balanced it out. The cold brew was good too. It's busy in the mornings

Came in from out of town and accidentally ordered this to another location. I came in and they were…read moreable to help me out with exactly my order and made sure everything was great. Thank you again for your help

The only thing that wrong with this shop is that they don't have other restaurants around the city,…read morebecause the food here is amazing. You definitely won't be disappointed when eating here guarantee it.

Asked for a cup of water for my pregnant wife, (seeing how the women's healthcare office is right…read morein the same building) which was met by attitude from the gentlemen with glasses on. He made it sound like I was inconveniencing him since he had 4 people in line including myself, who had been patiently waiting. Couldn't tell ya how the food was since I have no desire to even try it at this point due to the disrespect. Once he finally "got around" to getting me a SMALL styrofoam cup of water I was reminded on how he "sells" bottles of water right there in the cooler. Buddy, you work in an office that has pregnant people. Water isn't gonna cost you a thing. Unreal

Beautiful building located in the center of Syracuse University. Host to many groups and…read moreorganizations. Center piece for the SU marching band and color guard. You need to come check out on any game day.

Best coffee on campus! I go here at least 3 times a week. They offer a wide variety of different…read moredrinks, iced coffee, mocha java, and their famous Austin Powers, all at a student friendly price. Not many people know about this place so it is a great stop in between classes. They also offer a variety of snacks and food, from bagels and pastries to sandwiches. It is run by SU students who are always very fun and friendly.