I had a chicken bacon ranch panini and it was so delicious! A cute little place to eat if you have…read morea small group. They have picnic tables outside which is great if the weather is nice! Friendly and quick service.

I have to be honest here... this place is very touch and go. The staff are super friendly and it's…read moregenerally a cute small-town cafe (it even has a drive thru!) but after giving this place many chances, the food is just too inconsistent. In general, their drinks are pretty good. No real issues here, so if you're just going there for coffee, have at it. However, it's mostly standard fare (premade mixes and syrups) with a couple seasonal specials. But the food... I got a blueberry lemon cookie that didn't taste like either, nor was it even sweet, just tasted like soft flour (couldn't even force myself to finish it). Or the Big Mac wrap; the ingredients were all over the place so you couldn't really get a complete bite, it was dripping in grease, and it gave me a stomachache for several hours thereafter (despite no food allergies). There have been some instances where I had a good pastry or got a sandwich that was actually pretty good, but because the times my food wasn't good were just TOO seriously bad (not just meh, BAD), it completely broke my trust. I can't always be sure that I'll order something and it'll be edible. So while I might consider stopping by for a drink out of convenience and support for a local small business (rather than buying it at the gas station), I won't be ordering food.

Stopped by Carol's Coffee & Art Bar as part of a recent visit to Owego. I'm definitely a fan any…read morecafe or similar space that integrates art into their environment, and there were quite a variety of lovely pieces at Carol's - many by the owner, but also included are other local artists. The menu, of course, also has "Carol's Favorite 'Comfort Food' Sandwiches" on the menu, all named after famous artists. Anyone who knows me will tell you that I'm a huge Van Gogh fan, so I ordered the "Van Gogh" sandwich that comes with oven roasted turkey breast layered on sourdough bread and lettuce, tomato, and mayo. The sandwich was good, but I have to say that proportions of the ingredients felt a bit off. I also noticed during the prep of my plate that the chips came from opening a bag (a bulk version similar to ripple chips you'd just buy at the store). In a cafe space like this, you can't necessarily expect people to be making everything from scratch... but I think it's just helpful to note to keep expectations in line. The drink that I ordered was made well (their beverage selection is at the very back of the menu). You can definitely tell that this is a community space, and it seemed like a number of locals filtered in throughout the lunch. There are notes on the tables that advise of a 90 minute limit for sitting at the table (not something I've ever actually seen before), and there's wifi available for use by customers. Perhaps an awkward experience was just related to the overall service? You grab a menu and choose your table if you're dining in, but you end up paying at the counter. Personally, if I'm going to sit down to eat then I'd prefer to have the check brought to the table and pay that way. The space is a bit cramped by the counter, so it seems like it'd benefit to minimize the foot traffic that has to wait there. And perhaps this is silly, but upon paying for the lunch, the server handed me my receipt and said "Just sign here", and then seemed to be somewhat... abrupt? I feel like I'm pretty low maintenance when dining out, but it just left me going "OH. Okay. Time for me to get out of the way" (it's worth noting that at the time, there was nobody waiting around, or to get to, the counter). Still, it was enjoyable to stop at Carol's Coffee & Art Bar. It's a more unique space with nice offerings.

Everything is wonderful about Carol's . Just Carol herself…read moreis such a warm,friendly, sweet person. She makes you feel welcomed and comfortable as if your in someone's home. The food, baked goods,and coffees are delicious. The atmosphere is so calming. There are beautiful paintings of Carol's artwork surrounding the cafe. A n d about once a week there is live music performed by a very talented musician. Its truly a warm welcoming café to just relax and feel comfortable. Its a rare treat in these stressful times where everything is rushed and impersonal. Highly recommend!

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.

Nice little café with seating indoors and out. Quick service. But everything seems so healthy…read more Gluten free, fat free, sugar free; I like muffins from the pre-healthy era. But that's just me. My kids loved it.

I'm baaaack with an update. Wow. The menu has blown up since I first came here. Right now it's…read morelimited for this week and it's still great. Had the quesadilla with avocado and it was yummy! Be back again soon!

I was in the area visiting a customer for a quick sales meeting, and I ended up arriving a little…read morebit early. Therefore, I went to search for a coffee shop and came across the wakeman coffee. I am extremely happy that I was able to find this Jenn. The service was absolutely amazing and the entire vibe of the spot was great. I love the fact that it was in a old firehouse. My coffee was on par with what I expect from a coffee shop of this caliber. Now the food, was surprisingly good because it's hard to find a coffee shop that has great coffee and good food. Whenever I'm back in the area, I will be stopping by.

I absolutely love this coffee shop! I work at the dance studio that's in the same mall, and it is…read morewonderful to be able to run in and grab a quick drink or snack. The staff is always lovely, the food and drinks are stellar, and the atmosphere is very calm. It can be quite busy, especially when they have bands playing, but they always do their best to get you in quickly. And even if it is busy, there is plenty of seating. One of my favorite spots to bring my out of town friends!

Great prices and super fast service. Oftentimes when you choose a local coffee shop over the chains…read moreyou're sacrificing something. Definitely not the case with Bru. Great atmosphere, baked goods, and drinks all at a fantastic price

Beautiful place with the nicest servers and delicious food! Such a great concept, combining a…read morerestaurant with a plant nursery. It makes for a very serene and peaceful experience. Their plants are stunning and they have such a great variety.

This place feels so magical. Like a little fairy restaurant. You are surrounded by trees and…read moreflowers when you dine. The food was delicious. This restaurant is a hidden little gem!

Incredible find if you're road tripping or if you end up in this town for whatever reason. Owner of…read morethe shop is also the barista and really knows what she's doing. My friend got a seasonal matcha foam and chai (under $5) and it was genius...I'm a coffee/tea snob (not proud but oh well) and it was fantastic and light. I got an iced latte with cookie butter and sugar free vanilla to cut the sugar down, with oat milk ($6) . My friend got a matcha latte and it was good and not overly milky. I took a virtual call from here and there was a lovely sofa and private space in the back and they had wifi. Wonderful spot, quality drinks!

I almost never write reviews, but this is easily my favorite coffee shop in NY. Prices are good,…read moreatmosphere is lovely, and the staff is so friendly, especially the owner. My personal favorites are the cinnamon latte, cookie butter chai latte, and their parmesan bagel. Cannot recommend this shop enough, definitely worth going out of your way for.

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.

Wow! Second time in the area and we made a special trip. Veal Milanese. You will not be…read moredisappointed.

Great local coffee house. The setting has lots of seating and feels cozy! When I was there it was…read moredecorated very festive for the holidays. The coffee was very good and roasted in Ithaca. Lots of options and good pricing. We were served by the owners who were friendly and you can tell support the local community.

Cute little spot in a growing downtown Johnson City. Inside is modern and clean, seating ranges…read morefrom high tops to low tops and large chairs. Staff is always friendly and helpful. They have a basic coffee and tea menu but they do it well. Bagels and fresh pastries are also available. Loved my Multigrain bagel. Everything at a very reasonable price.

So I'm on my way home and I'm driving near Norwich and I Google search chocolate shops in the area,…read moreand nothing really comes up but this particular donut shop/ bakery did so I figured close enough let's give it a shot. I walk in, the place looks nice and clean and they had a couple little racks of pastries and slices of pie and this other rack full of donuts. Not just plain donuts, but some cool specialty donuts. So I figure who doesn't like a decent donut? I grabbed a six pack. While there I was talking to the girl behind the counter and I asked if they could make a key lime pie. (Doesn't look like the kind of place that would be able to pull it off but the sign out front does say bakery.) . She took down my name and number and said the owners would give me a call tomorrow to discuss it. So far my wife and I have only had a couple of the donuts that I bought however they were very good. I would place them definitely in front of Dunkin donuts because in my opinion those taste more like cake, but not quite as good as Krispy Kreme. Not that that's a bad thing because who wants to drive to Pennsylvania for a donut? (Well okay I kind of do but I'm in that area anyways from time to time) I am planning on stopping back here at least one more time this month as one of the donuts in the selection was a peanut butter and jelly. Doesn't sound very good to say it out loud however the girl behind the counter said they're actually pretty good and my wife kind of seems interested in trying it because well it is rather different.

Awesome donuts and apple fritters are amazing! Get there early so you don't miss out! Great…read morebusiness!