Nice comfortable, fun vibe but very uninspired food. We were there for a private party with all food served buffet style and were surprised that eggs were served cold and waffles (in a waffle restaurant) were pre-made (not made to order) and quite ordinary. Could be that if ordering off the menu the food would have been different but seemed disappointing regardless. read more

This place should not be able to call their self a waffle place. I was optimistic because they do gluten free waffles but the waffle was terrible as it was undercooked and lumpy and the taste was bad. The only thing god about the waffle was the toppings of banana, Nutella and wipe cream. read more

The location is nicer than the original location when it was closer to campus. I hope college students still make the trip out. Can't go wrong with fried chicken and waffles. read more

Funk 'n Waffles - Chicken and Whole Waffle - New American Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Love Funk 'n Waffles! This is a great spot to see a show! I love coming here! I've been here so many times over the past few years to eat, see shows and meet up with friends. I love their food and the intimacy of the venue. I will definitely keep coming back here! read more

Great Sunday Breakfast, Fluffy Waffle, Amazing Sandwich with Quick Service & Great Music

When Guy Fieri tells you to try something, us mere mortals have no choice but to follow. Guided by the popular TV host's recommendation and a hungry party of college students, I got a chance to try out Funk n' Waffles for Sunday brunch. At first glance, I appreciated the laid-back yet retro aesthetic of the decor. The employees were able to pull together tables to support our massive party. I shared with two friends and we got the banana bread waffle, the Bacon, Brie, and Basil waffle, and the Iron, Lion, Zion (buckwheat waffle). We also ordered chicken tenders on the side, and various caffeinated drinks to fuel our day. Banana Bread Waffle: (10/10) This was HEAVENLY. Made with banana bread batter, I really felt like I was eating a dessert for breakfast. The waffle was sweet without being overpowering, and had a nice chewy texture that paired well with the crunchy walnuts and blueberries. This is a must get. Bacon, Brie, and Basil Waffle: (7/10) We were enthused about the salty-sweet possibilities but unfortunately were disappointed. Individually, the components--bacon, brie, apricot jam, waffle--tasted fine, but in this case, the sum wasn't greater than its parts. The apricot jam was saccharine sweet and the waffle was extraordinarily plain compared to its toppings. I wish the waffle were savory, with something like cheese to help bring the whole affair together. Iron, Lion, Zion: (4/10) If this is what healthy tastes like, I don't want to be healthy. Its appearance is deceptively divine, as the mound of fruit add a pop of color against what you think will taste like a chocolate waffle. News flash: buckwheat tastes like cardboard. The texture was gritty and the taste was bitter. I could not share my part of the waffle. Only would order this if you want to prank an unsuspecting friend who doesn't know that it's a buckwheat waffle. Chicken tenders: (12/10) The highlight of the meal! The tenders were SO crispy with a flavorful skin and a juicy interior. The sauce that it came with was spicy and sweet and I wish we got more to add to our waffles. Each piece was sizeable and was a great way to end our meal (and commence our food coma). Overall, I had a great time at Funk n' Waffles. There's a lot of exciting, quirky waffle options that compel visitors to come back. They also have live music at night, which I want to check out some time! If you're trying to fulfill New Year's Resolutions, I wouldn't come here for healthy options--but otherwise, indulge in your Guy-Fieri-waffle-fever dreams. read more

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The picture says it all. I cannot believe I spent money on this. I've been disappointed by this place before, but this is just depressing. read more

Funk 'n Waffles - New American Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Met with my Aunt in Syracuse and decided to meet here. My Aunt & I had the chicken parm waffles--spaghetti in the shape of a waffle topped with marinara sauce and fried chicken tenders and melted cheese. Sounds like an odd combination when you think of a waffle, but it's spaghetti!! It was delicious! The chicken was hot and seasoned nicely and the sauce was not heavy on the garlic. Hubby had the Monte Cristo waffle and made it disappear! Diner like setting where you order at the counter and pick up when your buzzer goes off. This is in downtown Syracuse by Clinton Square. We were there at lunch at 11:30 and stayed until 2:00 or so visiting, and there was a steady crowd, but not overly busy. I highly recommend this place and hope to make a return visit in the future read more

Restaurant- very small walk in area. Love the groovy vibes and the wall are available for purchase. I extremely pleased with the tv screen menu! There was a table that couldn't be seated cause of dirty dishes on it from the moment we walked in until we left so it was a bit off putting. A little over priced but for NY it's understandable. We ordered online and signed up for texts about order status but never received them so our order was cold. The young boy at the counter was more focused on his phone than taking a order. Don't think we will come back sadly Items - chicken and waffles with tender (DDD item)- not a huge fan- the chicken tenders where small. The house sauce was awesome! The waffle lacked flavor and waffle structure. Wouldn't recommend Smoked Guda waffle- was amazing - highly recommend - but it's pricey for one waffle. read more

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Omg I love the food and the place. I've a 'create your own' waffle with fresh pear, granola and whipped cream. Delicious! read more

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Not really what I expected. You go up to a counter to order the waffles and then they call on you when your order is ready. Which isn't a problem but I was expecting a lot more from these waffles. If this is what Guy is impressed with i'm not sure if I need to try another place he visited. On another note, my friend actually enjoys this place. She always gets the brownie sundae waffle. It's a chocolate waffle with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. What is there to mess up? Well the waffle was dry and everything else did not taste homemade. Glad I finally tried it but not my jam. read more

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We ended up at Funk 'n Waffles this morning while visiting Syracuse on the recommendation of a friend. We drove by at 8:40 and were a bit worried they weren't open, despite the Yelp page saying they opened at 9 as it was really dark inside. So we grabbed gas and when we got back at nine the doors were open and the line was already about five parties deep. It's a pretty quiet area at nine a.m. on a Sunday so street parking was no problem. There was another diner open a couple of doors down and several breweries and pubs right in the area so I imagine that parking may be a little tougher in the afternoons and evenings. This is a counter service restaurant, so you order at the register, they give you a pager and you find yourself a table. I would recommend looking over the menu and kind of deciding what you want ahead of time. I ended up getting overwhelmed and didn't even see some menu items that I would have preferred to try. But, that just gives us an excuse to get back to Syracuse! Lots of creative waffle choices from sweet to savory. I really need to try the Jive Turkey. Thanksgiving on a waffle? Yes, please! They also have espresso and a good selection of loose leaf teas. We ended up ordering a cappuccino and a Nutella latte, both were excellent. So, once you get your pager, you pick out a table. Their are two big rooms and tons to look at. The decor is great, I loved everything from the colors, the art, the old Jukeboxes and the use or organ pedals above the bar for decoration! All the tables have a bottle of syrup ready for you to smother your waffles with. They also had a big container if water at the end of the bar so you could help yourself! When your food and drinks are ready, your pager goes off and you head up to collect them. Alongg with the latte and cappuccino, I ordered a half All Shook Up and my husband got Crepe Expectations (Nutella and bananas). The All Shook is described as "Bacon Stuffed Buttermilk with bananas, honey and peanut butter. When I hear "bacon stuffed" I think lots of bacon. In this case, the bacon pieces are in the waffle batter. It was very good, no complaints, i had just imagined something different! With the waffles, the fruit is put on top of the waffles and the spreadable items (Nutella, peanut butter, etc) are on the side in small containers. No complaints here at all, service was super quick and friendly. I was quite impressed with how fast they were getting out all the orders. We also loved that it was counter service. We had a two hour drive home to Buffalo after so it was nice that we could either take our time or run out and not have to wait for a server! read more

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Fantastic food and great atmosphere! Really enjoyed the music and art work, staff were super friendly!

The food was really good, the atmosphere was super cool and the workers were super nice! The owner, Adam was a really cool guy and made the experience really nice! I would definitely go again! read more

Laid back atmosphere with music venue attached. These guys get pretty daring with their waffles even making waffles into a comforting thanksgiving meal! read more

Funk 'n Waffles - Jive Turkey - New American Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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We returned 4 years after the original review of their new location. Back to normal. Very impressed. What a difference a couple of years makes. It now has it's "vibe" back and doesn't feel like some modern hipster nonsense place like it did in 2018. Chicken and waffles were excellent. Coffee excellent. Brie and pear sandwich excellent. In Syracuse all the time, and will now be back to being a consistent customer just like the old days. Good for them. GO NOW. read more

So many interesting waffles and can get 1/2 or 1/4 even to mix and match, loved the London fog tea (with a bit of bergamot! ) order at the counter they'll give you a buzzer pt get food from counter, loved the variety of savory waffles to and have made my own falafel waffles at home inspired by theirs read more

Had the buckwheat gluten free waffles and the purple haze tea and they were both delicious! When you walk in, grab a menu, get in line to order and then grab your table. You'll pick up your orders at the counter and use the same pager for drinks and food. Really quick service and knowledgeable staff. Would highly recommend! read more

Picked up funk 'n waffles while in town recently as a unique Syracuse restaurant to try out. I wish I could give half-stars because 3 is a bit lower than I wanted to give, but not quite up to my 4 standard this time around. I think on another visit with a different order, though, it could be. We ordered a pickup order as restaurant seating was currently closed. I got the funk 'n chicken waffle which was waffle with chicken inside. I thought (mistakenly) that it would be a full waffle, folded in half like a gyro with chicken in the middle. As a result I was surprised when it came as JUST a half waffle and the chicken actually inside the filling of the waffle. This was just a misunderstanding on my part as a new customer. So, while a bit disappointed, not a huge deal. The bigger issue for me was that this item was ONLY sold as a half waffle - you could not get a full waffle portion. For me, this was an item sized for a kids meal and not nearly filling enough. With that being said, the waffle, chicken, and (OMG) the dipping sauce were all fantastic. The dipping sauce is a sweet-spicy mixture that is AMAZING! Once I discovered the tastiness of the sauce I was really wishing I had more waffle. I also got home fries which were good, though since it was takeout, the texture wasn't as great as I'd have liked. I won't judge by that, though, as I expect in-restaurant they're amazing. Others in our order got the waffle with Dinosaur BBQ pork (which was delicious!) and the waffle stuffed with mashed potatoes and bacon (also delicious!). We also tried some of their adult milkshakes (orange creamsicle was fantastic!). Overall, the food was good - I think I would just order differently next time knowing what I know now. So, when I get the opportunity to visit again, you can bet I'll be posting an updated review. This is definitely a unique spot and something everyone should try at least once. read more

Funk 'n Waffles - Home fries - New American Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Wow- what a cool experience! My wife, son, and I ate here last week and would highly recommend it. Not only is the food excellent, but every aspect of our visit was what the kids these days would call "a whole vibe". We had no wait at all (late morning, the day before Thanksgiving) and were greeted by the owner himself who recommended menu items, made us some fresh coffee drinks (and a hot chocolate for our son) and chatted with us while our food was prepared. We sat in the stage side of the restaurant where we enjoyed music from the funky playlist and checked out the art around the space. After a great meal and chatting with the owner, we even bought some merch that displays their super cool logo on a variety of hats and t-shirts. We'll proudly represent Funk n Waffles at home in Texas and will definitely come back next time we're in Syracuse. read more

From the atmosphere to the themed menu, this place is such an amazing restaurant. Took a little while to get food based on the people present in the restaurant, but everything was great read more

The waffles were delicious, I was with friends so we got several flavors and everyone loved what they had, it's not fancy at all and They have champagne on tap for mimosas, but unfortunately the top was broken when we were there but it's definitely do not miss breakfast spot if you want something super low-key not fancy but with amazingly delicious waffles .... I had to add on to my review I gave it a five star for the food the place definitely not a five-star place but let's be real sometimes you just need to give a great review with five stars for the deliciousness of the items you ordered as far as the atmosphere of the place probably a one star kind of dark and grimy way but seriously I would go again and again if I lived closer read more

I had the pleasure of finding this local establishment for some much needed "brunch!" This place is sooo cool! Very trendy and the food is AWESOME as well. Staff are so friendly and willing to help with ordering from their extensive menu! I got the Chicken & Waffles (of course!) which is a buttermilk waffle with cage-free fried chicken! Sooo good!!! Chicken was perfection and waffle melted in your mouth with the syrup of course! It also comes in half and whole waffle sizes based on your appetite. You can also order chicken wings vs tenders - based on preference. I got the tenders. So next time your in the Cuse! You MUST check this place out. Your taste buds will thank you! read more

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I got lunch from here today with my fiancé. The service was quick and friendly. We both got chicken sandwiches with a side of waffle fries and a drink. The chicken was moist, flavorful with just a small kick of spicy. The bun was tender like a biscuit. A great deal and a great lunch! read more

Funk 'n Waffles - New American Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Amazing waffles Make your own is fun Price is great for everything i added If i had to complain ill say add more strawberries ( paying 1.50 extra) Town is like a ghost town when i went so parking wasn't an issue Must visit read more

This retro joint will always hold a very special place in my heart. My freshman year, every admissions guide and campus tour always proudly mentioned this place as one of the campus's hidden gems. It felt like a right of passage when I found the original location (this one is the 2nd) in a dirty alley lined with bars and cheap food. The stairs were hidden so it felt like a food speakeasy. Walk in and you're hit with dope funky neon designs and cool art lining the interior- the entrance had a "For Sale" basket of vintage records for sale. There were posters announcing lowkey musical artists set to perform in the place of waffles. It wasn't just students who frequented this place to study, but it was families visiting, out of towners who clearly only came for the hype and the clear standouts who were there for the culture that Funk N' Waffles exuded. Only small downfall is that patrons bring your own dishes to empty out and put on the trash cans- and it's also extremely busy so be prepared for a wait. 5 stars because this place played a part in my college experience- I've had sorority sister dates here, actual dates, hangover brunches (there's mimosas and a bar) and pow wows with my friends who became my family. I'm saddened that future generations of Syracuse students will not experience the original location on Marshall Street but I hope they choose to make the short drive to Armory Square to get a bite of Cuse culture. You will NOT be disappointed with any waffle you get. My favorite is the Jive Turkey- a warm sliver of dough oozing with Thanksgiving stuffing at every bite. The mashed potatoes are laid on thick with a hat of cooked turkey to dress it up for the gravy waterfall so it doesn't drown. read more

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Went here for lunch with 3 friends Food was excellent however the business side of things wasn't well organized; maybe they were short staffed, will definitely try again. Waited in line about 5 minutes, ordered at the register and was promoted to tip 15-20% however there is no table service; we were however able to skip the tipping portion. You are given a beeper and paged twice back the register; once to get your drinks (took about 5 minutes) and again later to come get you food (another 5-10 minutes) You are entitled to free refills on the soda however it would have held up the line for the cashier to go to the other side of the kitchen and prepare it so we rationed our drinks. The food was exceptional, especially the waffles of course. Ambience was kinda cool with the artwork etc You put you dishes in a bin as you leave; today the bin was so overfilled it was like playing that game where you see who is going to put that final piece on the top that will collapse the whole thing :)))) read more

i was here before monster Jam last year with my step family when step cousins step cousins uncle started yelling at the hobo playing guitar because he started dropping F bombs which my step family became very wait not very extremely enraged because it doesn't correspond with our religion. That brings me to my next point they had zero kosher options. Also I know why it's so slow it is because they only have a singular Aimes waffle maker from 1986. read more

Epic. Go to no other place for breakfast. Banana bread bellefonte waffle is life changing.

We haven't been to this "new" location as we only are able to stop when passing through town. Much more seating and still the same funky vibe, although we kinda miss the campus area basement. Upgrade for accessibility for sure. Still plenty of cool art and music. We ordered at the counter and got a pager while we waited. Cups of water filled and we got to hear the Friday night band warm up. The chicken parm was perfectly cooked and the pasta waffle was a nice addition. Jive turkey is still the savory standard with the dense levels of flavor blend seamlessly into Thanksgiving dinner in each forkful. The falafel waffle was a bit dry, great flavor, just missing some moisture to make this an all star. Enjoy! read more

Don't believe the hype. This is one of those places they showed on television and I thought when I am in the area I will stop in and enjoy. The episode I saw was gassed up as the chicken was fried well but where are the exciting tastes that the person reviewing sold me on? Oh, he was allergic to seasonings you say? read more

Overall it is a pretty cool place.It looked all right inside,it was a little dirty.When we got there there was syrup on the table.There service was okay.The cashiers were very kind and the food was delicious.The waffles were homemade and gooey.I guess it was a busy day because once we got there our chocolate waffle didn't have a brownie.But overall it was okay and if you like waffles or milkshakes it's the place. read more

I ordered chicken and waffles, the chicken was cooked in OLD grease and the waffles tasted like they were mixed with dirty mop water. read more

Funk 'n Waffles - Chicken & Waffle - New American Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Doesn't look like much when you walk past. There is heavy traffic from the homeless after scooting through you're in for a treat. Local art on the walls and welcoming vibe filled with soft music that dances in your ear. You can clearly tell this place is catered to the young 30 and under crowd whatever generation that is. The naming of the food is something fun & enjoyable the boosts brunch is what i ordered today and whoa was it good. I would give this place 5 stars but the location sucks tbh. Come in have a good time & enjoy yourself some chicken & waffles e read more

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Loved this little place! You can come here for great music, a good beer menu and great service from the bartender/manager, Sam. Then, the next day, you can drag your hung-over butt back in for a nice, substantial breakfast with a hefty side of Funk and Soul! The food is great, the decor completes the vibe and service and clientele are as friendly as it gets! I can't recommend this place enough! read more

Let's keep it Funky people, My review is limited as this review only pertains to the food/dinning experience. The food is really 3.5 out of 5 but yelp does not have a half a star feature. The waffles are between ok and good, nothing I had was overly great. I've tried them all over the years. However, I am now a yelper. I wouldn't get the Florentine again (pictured in my review). It's was just one of the options that was ok. What is good, is the jive turkey waffle. It does feel like a thanksgiving mashup of everything, if you're into that, which I am. What was very nice is one time they messed up the two half jive turkeys for our group as they made whole ones on accident and gave it to us for the half price. I feel the sweet waffles are a better option to go for when coming here. I also don't get the tip jar thing either. Especially since I'm picking up my food and returning the plates and silverware. I still do tip but not as willingly to keep it 100, which with this review, I'm keeping it Funky. What my review is not taking into consideration is the many events that are held here. Due to the amount of events and variety of type of events that could appeal to anyone, makes this venue ais one of the very few Gold Star places Syracuse. I feel like they are indeed trailblazing for the town and that feat should be honored, even though the food to me is just "ok" read more

Funk 'n Waffles - Outside of the joint. Sweet sign. - New American Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Love this place. Great waffles on one side and live music on the other. Come for either or both. Friendly staff and extremely welcoming to customers. read more

Legendary spot. Amazing concept, fun (and killer) menu. Do it. Go! You won't regret it.

I work overnights at a hospital and have to rely on a lot of takeout for dinner. This was the worst food I've ever received. I ordered several hours before closing at 9:18pm and the food got to me by 10pm so it should have been pretty hot and fresh. It was certainly not. The kale and spinach salad was 9.99 for about ten pieces of spinach and 5 pieces of kale. They also forgot the dressing and it was haphazardly just thrown into a container. The chicken tender sandwich was two tiny burnt chicken nugget size pieces. They were way overcooked and basically all just burnt breading. There were only about two drizzles of chipotle mayo on the two burnt nugs. There were 4 sad pieces of soggy spinach thrown on sloppily and even the tomato was mushy and not even a full slice. The packaging was all wrapped tight and delivered quickly and carefully so the blame for this food atrocity cannot be placed on the Uber driver. It was obvious that whoever prepared this just didn't give a @#¢K. I got food at their former Rochester location and that was also awful but I had heard the original Syracuse location was well liked. It was awful too and now I'm never coming back here. Glad they are no longer in Rochester. read more

Funk 'n Waffles - Chicken tender sandwich - New American Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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I wanted to try out this place for its interesting sweet and savory waffles and cool, hip vibe. The restaurant definitely has a funky vibe, with groovy music and overpriced art on the walls. There is an adjoining stage area, near the counter that was curtained off, for live performances. We ordered the quarter banana Nutella waffle for around $5, which is a bit pricey for what we received. It was pretty standard fare and nothing that I couldn't whip up at home, but I was traveling and it was a convenient place to get some dessert after our lovely dinner a few doors down. I recommend getting the full size (higher savings when buying the full size) and sharing with several others to make the waffle worth the money. Decent food, great location. I would return and try something else. read more

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