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.

Nice kids behind the counter. All they need to do is to acknowledge a customer when they walk in…read more Also seems like a really long time to receive an order. How long does it take to toast a bagel and put cream cheese in it? Furthermore I don't get a clean feeling from the place. Tabels aren't wiped and the floor appears to have residue on it. The owners are I'm sure well meaning but they need to improve by cleaning up their act and shortening their response time.

I was looking for a NY style bagel because that's my favorite. They didn't have a large selection…read moreof flavors but luckily I do like the cinnamon raisin and they had 2 left. I got mine toasted wth regular cream cheese. It was tasty and the service was good. I tried the coffee but it wasn't good. I'm a coffee snob so I should have known better. I used the bathroom and it wasn't that clean.

This probably isn't fair since I grew up close to NYC/NJ. This might be good for CNY, but sheesh I…read morewas underwhelmed. Given the hype this place gets, I was expecting what I used to get. Like I said, good for here but would SOL downstate. Nice staff though and very clean!

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.

This is a good bagel joint. They have a lot to offer the good people of Syracuse, and I got to try…read moretheir tasty bagels and even a nova lox and cream cheese bagel, it was made well and that bad boy is thick. Decent bagel, decent prices, right in the busy of it all that is the University of Syracuse. They have a ton of foods options and beverages as well and if you haven't tried them, give it a go.

Pretty good for breakfast, but a bit on the expensive side. Gets busy in the morning…read more Bagel sandwiches were pretty good, but avoid the rosemary salt bagel - it's all salt and no rosemary.

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!

I was looking for a coffee shop in Syracuse that had a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere and stayed…read moreopen later than most cafes, so I decided to check out Recess. Overall, I enjoyed my visit. The vibe was relaxed and low-key, making it a good place to sit down and get some work done. I spent some time working while I was there and appreciated having a space where I could focus without feeling rushed. The staff was pleasant, and one of the employees was kind enough to take a picture for me when I asked, which I appreciated. The only thing that stood out to me was that there wasn't much of a greeting or acknowledgment when I walked in, but it wasn't a huge issue. The seating was okay. The chair I chose wasn't the most comfortable for an extended stay, but it got the job done. There was also some rock music playing during my visit, which helped create a casual atmosphere. I didn't order any coffee or food this time around, so I can't speak to the menu yet. This visit was more about finding a place to work and unwind for a bit. Would I come back? Yes. While I'm still searching for my go-to coffee lounge in Syracuse, Recess is definitely a spot I'd visit again. It has a chill, unpretentious vibe that makes it easy to settle in and spend some time there. I forgot to take more pictures will do when I go back.

Every time I come to Syracuse Recess coffee is my favorite spot for a cup of Joe or matcha…read more I normally have the decaf Mocha with oatmilk which is delicious, very creamy and you can taste the chocolate. I love their matcha too and because it does not come mix with any sugar nor syrup. I finally got try a sandwich for breakfast today. I had the Omegatine and my daughter the classic. They both were delicious. If you are in Syracuse this is a must go. On a side note, their decaf is H2O treated which is the healthiest way to drink a decaffeinated cup of Joe ! Meter parking.

I love the downtown location of recess! I walked in and was immediately greeted and chatted up by…read morethe staff. It was quiet in here since it was around 11 so it was easy to order and get my drink quickly. I had a maple cold brew with cold foam and it was absolutely delicious! I would recommend this place to anyone around the area who wants a coffee or quick bite.

Craved a fluffy bagel with cream cheese. I received a bagel with dough that was clearly overworked…read morewith no rise. Not fluffy and risen as bagel dough should be. Not what I expected. Highly disappointed. Definitely needs a quality control to put out quality bagels. A waste of money. Cream cheese was good. Homeless man in there was super friendly and cool. Love that.

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

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