The tofu scramble was amazing!!! As someone who isn't vegan, I would order it every time!read more

Strange Brew Cafe is a decent local option for a caffeine fix and casual breakfast/lunch in the…read moreheart of downtown Binghamton. The interiors are tastefully decorated with funky wall art and pictures of celebrities sipping caffeinated beverages, with a playlist of popular songs from the 90s for music. They have a very small patio area out front and a couple tables inside, and seem to do a lot of grab-and-go takeout business. The staff I encountered were all very friendly, and menu prices somewhat reasonable. Since it was breakfast time, we went with a bagel (with cream cheese) and egg & cheese sandwich for food, and a mocha and cappuccino for drinks. All were of decent quality, so I'd rate them an overall 4.5 out of 5, and am happy to round up due to the nice interiors, friendly service, and cool, local vibes. The egg & cheese sandwich was prepared with a tasty bread that they said was made in-house. If you find yourself in downtown Binghamton looking for a local spot that's a good alternative to chains like Panera or Starbucks, I recommend a visit to Strange Brew Cafe.

I can't bring myself to give them a one star but I will continue to give two star reviews to Panera…read moreeverywhere until corporate gets it through their thick skulls that no one and I mean NO ONE wants to order a toasted bagel with butter TO GO and then get in the car and find hard as a rock butter that they then somehow need to figure out how to get onto the dang bagel. Worse if you are in a hurry and driving somewhere. Forget getting butter on that bagel! The whole idea behind having take out is you TAKE IT OUT AND EAT IT! Some places, including this location, will, if you remember to ask, butter your bagel BEFORE packing it away but it is hit or miss. This seems to be a corporate directive and I've complained to corporate who seems to not care one bit. Every blasted Panera I go to does the same thing with the only variance seeming to be the hard as a rock butter vs maybe a bit softer butter. I mean even if you wanted to butter than bagel you really can't because the butter is solid and impossible to spread. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE FIX THIS PANERA! BTW, the staff here is FANTASTIC and cheerful and wonderfully helpful. This isn't a knock against them just the way Panera corporate trains everyone. If I have one comment for staff please put the coffee in the dispensers in the same order every day all day. It is seemingly random how this is done and if you come often you get get used to certain things in certain places and then someone rips the rug out from under you and puts the hot water where the coffee belongs. Minor but details count.

Brother and I were looking for somewhere decent among several other unknown options in a quasi…read moredistant city. I have not been to a Panera I quite a while. Not sure exactly why, maybe too many other options where I do live. Anyway, we decided Panera was it. Parking lot was large, clean and easy to enter and park. Nice outside seating area as well. Entrance to the restaurant was clean and inviting and the display of baked goods in the glass case before us was indeed tempting. I did get two cookies to go for later after lunch. I ordered the half sandwich garden caprese and Mediterranean Chicken greens with grains. I can't decide which was more delicious. The salad had feta. Cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, Red peppers. Salad greens, grains and a lovely blob of hummus also a very nice light dressing. The caprese sandwich was really tasty. Everything on it melded into a party in each bite. I'd definitely order both of these again. Brother completely enjoyed his salad as well. I must digress, we ordered, got the electronic alert device and waited not more than 5-10 minutes for our food to be ready. Pretty darn quick and it was all correct. I will definitely consider going to my local Panera once back home. I actually feel like I've been missing out on some good stuff. Again, not sure exactly why I haven't been to Panera for so long, but as the Terminator says "I'll be back".

The waitress was exceptionally attentive, displaying a warm and friendly demeanor, while the food…read morewas expertly prepared, flavorful, and presented beautifully.

Ordered: Buffalo Brussels Sprouts (~$10): flash fried with…read moreblue cheese dipping sauce Large Rigatoni a la Vodka (~$17) with 3 Meatballs (+$6) and Side Caesar Salad (+$3): garlic and tomatoes with cream, fresh basil, and cheese Aya's take: We were on a road trip driving through Binghamton and decided to stop by for dinner. It was around 5:30pm on a Saturday and luckily there were plenty of tables still available. We started with the Buffalo Brussels Sprouts which I absolutely loved! These are some of the best Brussels sprouts I've had at a restaurant. The buffalo sauce was light and not overpowering and even the blue cheese dipping sauce (which I'm usually not a fan of) was pretty mild and paired well with the Brussels sprouts. A great start! We then shared the Large Rigatoni a la Vodka and added Meatballs to it. The Large is definitely enough for 2 people. The Rigatoni was cooked well and the vodka sauce was well balanced with the cream, tomatoes, garlic, and cheese. It wasn't anything spectacular but it hit the spot! My only complaint was for ~$6, I expected the meatballs to be larger than they were. The Meatballs had good flavor but for such a large bowl of pasta, it barely makes a difference. And those 3 meatballs should be $1 each at most, in my opinion. The Side Caesar Salad was a great pair with the pasta and for ~$3, very reasonably priced. All in all, worth stopping by if you're in town!

Great food, outstanding service. I had the meatball sub an perogies. They were delicious! I will…read moredefinitely order again!

I ordered a mushroom Swiss burger for lunch. It was delivered on time! My burger was incredible. It…read morewas possibly the best mushroom Swiss burger I've had. I could have made two meals out of this burger! I will definitely order from them again and I am looking forward to eating a meal at their restaurant.

Horrible place serving entree with hair in it. When they offered to redo the order, they just…read moreheated the remaining pork to burnt and served it again. What's the meaning of redoing? It was in fresh plate, yes. Not sure if it was clean.

The most authentic Vietnamese restaurant in town. It's a little pricey then most places but the…read morefood is great! They have so many varieties of spring rolls. The one we got was delicious. The pho is also amazing!

Nice place for a breakfast sandwich and they serve fresh squeezed orange juice. Bagel are freshread more

bad sandwiches, bad communication. I asked For wheat bread…read more and I got ciabatta with limp warm paltry lettuce cut in a manner that was unruly and bad to eat.

The hibachi is well done, and the Dragon Roll is great. The prices are reasonable, but there isn't…read moremuch space inside.

The Mei fun was white on white on white - not one iota of seasoning or flavor, just a mushy mass of…read morenoodles and unbrowned chicken. I hate leaving bad reviews, the service was prompt and polite (I ordered take out) so that increases the rating. Just bad luck on my part to order this dish I wouldn't choose this one from the menu.

I like this place. Lots of vegan options. Good coffee. Cute vibe. Friendly service. Affordable.read more

I've been eating here since they first opened and it's always been outstanding. Trying to find…read moresomewhere with both vegetarian and gluten free options can be really hard, but they have both here! Even when it's packed full on trivia nights, the service is always excellent. The vegan nachos, tempeh Ruben sandwich, and the beyond sausage with peppers and onions are my favorite items. If you're looking for a place top go with friends that has a really nice atmosphere, lots of options for everyone, and is extremely affordable, this is your place!

It is clean, fresh, warm, and inviting. We sampled the soups, appetizers, wine, and entree. It was…read moredelightful. Additionally, our server was fantastic. I read a review that gave this establishment one star. Never trust a review that cannot spell "edible" properly. Seriously.... "Eatible?" Wonderful restaurant.

What a great find in Binghamton. Tucked away in an unsuspecting parking lot, Caffe del Corso is a…read moresurprisingly chic and relaxing lounge. The moment you enter, the atmosphere shifts; the interior is filled with plants, creating a very calm and comfortable vibe. They feature a very well-stocked bar with a wide selection of liquor and craft drinks. I had the espresso martini (which was fantastic), and we also shared a vegetarian pizza. The pizza was decent, but the drinks and ambiance were the real highlights. I would definitely consider popping in again when I'm in the area. It's a perfect spot to unwind. My only wish is that they had a few more items on the food menu!

Small, only customer in restaurant on my visit. Ordered Szechuan Spicy Chicken w/ minimum oil. They…read moreoffered few appetizers and no egg or spring rolls. The kitchen looked dirty and I was slightly hesitant to continue w/ my order. Actually, w/in 10 mins, the order was ready. Dish had good flavor, but was swimming in a greasy sauce. I don't think, I will do a 2nd visit. Hope your visit is better.

Food is just okay, but definitely over priced. You will have to wait for a long while and walked to…read morethe front desk to ask if the food is ready. Average waiting time is about 25 minutes for one dish. Me and my friend we waited for over 30 mins for our food once. The second time I went there also waited for 30 minutes for a bowl of soup noodles. I had to ask them where was my order. I probably will not come back again. Waiting for 30 mins for their food is just waste of time.