With free parking outside and seating inside and out this place is very cute located right…read moredowntown. They serve up a mean cup of iced coffee. And have other coffee drinks, Matcha's and teas to serve. They have a nice selection of pastries, danishes, donuts, and other yummy treats. All Light bites. Service is fast and friendly, and the place is quite casual.

Absolutely delicious donuts that taste so fresh and puffy. They taste fresh and homemade! The staff…read morewas so kind. Will definitely be back if I'm ever in the area. Recommend the strawberry and maple donuts.

Let me tell you, Yelpers, there's a reason why Carol's has a rare nearly 5.0 rating from 70…read morereviewers as of today. Or perhaps I should say "reasons" why. To start, this place has such a genuine small-town vibe, it's almost surreal. Live music, artwork from locals, the hand-lettered signs on the bakery items on display. I've made it a custom to stop in Owego about once a year, although I missed it last year. This year, I went about 20 miles (each way) out of my way to visit this gem of a coffee, sandwich, and bake shop. I found a parking space right in front, and immediately the live singer/guitarist could be heard from a speaker at the front door, but unobtrusively, delivering a very professional sounding "Brown Eyed Girl." I think that was the same song he was singing when I last visited two years ago. I was greeted by the staff like I had only been away two days, and the singer glanced my way and nodded a welcome as though he, too, remembered me. The coffee mug is perhaps the largest I've ever seen, and the DaVinci egg salad sandwich was also generously executed (recommendation: spring for the olives for an extra 25 cents). On the way out, I picked up two Dream Bars (a peanut butter and a coconut) to prolong the Carol's experience for just a bit. Yes, there's a reason, too, why they're called Dream Bars.

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.

I was driving home from a work conference and had lunch nearby. I wanted coffee to get me through…read morethe rest of the ride home. Found Strange Brew on Yelp and it looked good. The cafe is in a cute downtown area. Plenty of seating, including some on the sidewalk. The woman working behind the counter was excellent, friendly and professional! She recommended the Americano because she loves their espresso. Great recommendation, very smooth and three shots in the large got me through the long drive! Will gladly return!

Strange brew is a cute and unique coffee shop with delicious food options and drinks! The staff is…read morekind and helpful and service is quick. The inside of the shop is a little small, but still plenty of space to sit and enjoy the atmosphere for a bit!

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

This is a very interesting restaurant. Decor is unique - all the dining areas are in a covered but…read moreopen garden setting with lots of plants and flowers. There's a live band at least earlier in the evening. We were there on a Wednesday with a prefix menu - farm to table veggie meal with option of adding grilled chicken. On the night we were there they also had a silent auction going to raise funds for a health clinic. Food was very good, great presentation - delicious creamy cucumber soup, mushroom quinoa and peach upside down cake (at $44 and $50 with chicken it was quite reasonable). Fantastic dining environment. Will definitely come here again on our next trip here.

Amazing farm to table food! The service was ok they seem overwhelmed with the amount of people and…read morethere's not a lot of seating. Highly recommend reservations or you might not get a chance to eat here. If you have a wheelchair you must also make a note when reserving online or you might have to wait for a table on the main floor. Other than all the waiting the food was amazing and the presentation was awesome as well. I loved the whole concept of eating in a greenhouse and being surrounded by all the plants. The menu changes all the time and everything is exceptionally fresh. We had the curried hummus appetizer and it was very well seasoned. The burrata was also really good and filling. Hubby had the soba noodles which I normally am not a fan of BUT these ones were so well dressed with a creamy sauce it was packed with flavor and this is the only place I'd eat it at. We had carrot cake for dessert, the oasis smoothie was next level and a vegan ice cream. Honestly haven't been so impressed with a restaurants food in so long and I WILL be a regular customer for sure!

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.

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!

Love their salmon and chicken on a salad for lunch-tasty and beautifully prepared. This is a place…read morefor the food. The staffing is outstanding in the kitchen but a bit awkward on the customer service side. Don't be in a rush when you go there. Dinner is excellent for adults who like to relax and enjoy each other's company.

I stopped in because it was close to the hospital campus. The ambiance was splendid as this was…read morepart of a historic brick row. They had typical beverage and pastry selections. I opted for a chai, and it was quite large. I wanted it iced and ended up with a bit too much ice, but even having drunk half of it and letting the rest melt, the flavor was still there, which was pretty impressive. I also opted for a small apple cider donut; it probably wasn't what you'd get at the applefest I passed in Ithaca on the way here, but I enjoyed it. For a reasonable price, it delivered what you'd hope for, both in terms of the fare and the location.

So glad I stopped in to Sole City! I had an hour to kill so popped in for a latte and a croissant…read more I was impressed by the atmosphere, plenty of seating of different formats, and even a beautiful outdoor patio area with a fountain. The prices were so reasonable and the coffee was great. Would definitely recommend this spot to anyone in the area!

well, I saw people walking out of this place with great like ice cream so I stopped. I'm so glad I…read moredid. It looks like they serve the old Hershey's ice cream with a new brand name. I don't know, but the flavors are the same and there as good as I can ever remember anyway my new favorite spot for ice cream check it out and love the size of scoops

Excellent food and service. The atmosphere was welcoming, very friendly and neighborly. All around…read moregood place to go. The wait wasn't long. We all had a good time. For the quality of food, the price is very good.