Loved it here. Monthly menus were always on point, cutest little shop, the decor was amazing and…read morethe coffee was even better! Simple but amazing. Miss this place

I had a wonderful Lavender Latte, and they were able to make it with decaf for me. The service is…read morealways great and the ladies are very friendly.

When you're at the Thrive Cafe you're thriving. The cafe is unfortunately closed at the moment, but…read moredo not fret! It is just temporary due to the pandemic. A quick look at Facebook will show you that there are plans of reopening in the Spring. It's a nice little cafe. You need a bowl of soup? They have soup. You need an egg sandwich? Guess what, you can get an egg sandwich. You need some caffeine to wake up? There's caffeine in coffee, which they have. Now word on the street is they're adding some new menu items for the reopen. You're probably asking yourself what those new menu items are going to be, but you're just going to have to check this place out in the spring time to find those answers.

Adorable Cafe, great for studying, enjoying a smooth cup of coffee and a hearty bowl of organic…read morehomemade soup.

Visiting Shamballa Cafe today really makes me wonder: why do I even bother with chain coffee shops?…read more First and foremost: the coffee is awesome! I went with what was in the vat today: a medium roast that I believe was called blue moon. I forget the provenance of said roast (I remember it was South American), but my oh my was it good! Exactly what you want a medium roast to be: balanced, with notes of whatever chocolate or berries or leather is in there. I couldn't put the cup down! Whereas getting the sludge from the big chains down the gullet sometimes feels like a morning chore. Why is the coffee so good here? It turns out that the owner (a very friendly guy named Emmett) roasts it himself. He had several varieties on offer that were roasted within the last 24 hours, maybe even this morning. That particular minutiae is a blur as I wasn't caffeinated yet when we discussed this. But it's yet another huge benefit a local cafe provides: freshness! Another thing: Shamballa is a great restorer of faith in community and our fellow humans. Emmett and I discussed many things in my fairly brief time in his shop, but I'll never forget the empathy he displayed when discussing some current trials & tribulations. It turns out he's been down the same road, and his well-wishes and kindness made for an even finer accompaniment to the coffee than the coffee cake muffin pairing that was purchased on impulse. A double espresso was consumed on-site while 2 large coffees were taken to go. The espresso was awesome, 100x better than Sbux or Dunkin'. Total for 3 beverages? Less than $8! For later, I grabbed a 1/2 lb. of whole bean Guatemalan medium roast on Emmett's recommendation, and the coffee cake muffin was moist and delicious without being too crumbly or cloyingly saccharine. Drake's it was not! A ten spot covered the latter purchase. If I lived in Baldwinsville, I'd probably stop by here every morning! Except Sunday and Monday when they're closed. Be sure to arrive early, closing time is now noon. Please swing by Shamballa and see for yourself! Perhaps you too will ponder why we make grabbing coffee a chore, when it can be a true morning delight?

Great coffee. Great owner. Great vibe. Upon closing in the afternoon, the owner asked if I wanted…read moreone for the road at no charge. While I had had enough caffeine for the day, the offer was nice. Great for a remote office for a few hours, or a spot to hanging with some friends.

Beautiful, everything. Delicious, everything…read more Wish you had a location in Binghamton!

Back for a second round! I have to say that one of my favorite things about this place is that they…read morebrew their drinks to order. No premade drinks that have been sitting around all day, No loads of sugar that are forced on you. I order the Saudi coffee which was perfect and a festival cake which was heavenly. Staff was generally nice but I interacted the most with Alyssa (I hope I spelled the name right). She was accommodating and patient, which I really appreciated.

Food choices were good. Cold brew was excellent. Service was awesome and very friendly.read more

Cozy, relaxed, plain coffee was tasty. The service was quick and staff were friendly. Parking is a…read morebut limited.

What a GEM! The food selection is amazing. The food is freshly prepared and excellent. Exciting…read moremenu. I was there just before closing and the and place was immaculate (including the bathroom). Fresh veges and lovely sauce. The coffee (in a very well designed mug) was great. I can't wait to go back!!! Wonderful ambience, very pleasant place to chat or chill.

Try Maydan Cafe the next time you're in or near Baldwinsville! I love crepes, and they have 8 to…read morechoose from, or you can create your own! They are named after the schools in Bville. I enjoyed the Ray - lemon ricotta and fresh blueberries. I dove in before I took a picture, so it's shorter than it was when I received it. Yummy!!! You can order a single or a double. They have many wraps, smoothies, and beverages. All served up with a smile! Many of their ingredients are locally sourced - hurray! They have board games, tables and chairs, and comfy chairs and couches. A lovely addition to the dining scene in Bville!

I would highly recommend this wonderful little store in downtown Weedsport the ambience of it is…read morejust wonderful. The service is great. The owner is so sweet. She goes out of her way to make special coffees and lattes for us. The pastries are a delight. Definitely something to check out if you're in town the tables are set up so nicely designed.

The shop's name, White Rabbit Roasting Co., represents the hard times owner Amelia Bucci-Taylor…read moreovercame starting her first business. A fan of "Alice in Wonderland," she said the story helped her through those hard times. White Rabbit opened in September 2024 in the former Nickel Back Jacks redemption center at 8905 S. Seneca St. in the village. Along with coffee roasted by Bucci-Taylor, the café serves teas by Earthly Emporium in Port Byron and baked items by several local producers, including doughnuts, Danishes and muffins by Camerons Bakery in Auburn and, soon, cinnamon buns by Doughlicious in Auburn. White Rabbit also features candles by Eclectic Hedge in Port Byron, a little free library in coordination with the Weedsport Free Library, and tumblers custom-made by Lake Life Laser Studio in Auburn. A village native, Bucci-Taylor previously worked as a licensed practical nurse at Victory Sports Medicine in Skaneateles. She began roasting her own coffee as a hobby while staying home with her son, and shortly thereafter became stuck there due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Encouraged by her husband, Taih, she researched, bought machines and roasted for herself, and then friends and family. Bucci-Taylor said she tries to use the highest quality coffee beans she can find, such as specialty, fair trade and organic. At White Rabbit, it's available by the cup and by the bag. My wife and I live about 10 minutes from Weedsport, but if you know the area, you know there isn't much out here as far as food/drink go. We stopped into White Rabbit for the first time recently and were impressed with everything. The coffee was good, plenty of flavors and specials to choose from. We got a crossiant donut from Camerons that was delicious. Nicely redecorated inside. Employees were friendly, including Bucci-Taylor herself who was behind the counter slinging drinks. Prices were comparable to other coffee places. Definitely prefer giving my money to fresh roasted, local over the big chains, so we'll definitely be back.

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.

Delicious quiche, great service, chef stopped at table,…read moredecor was stunning and clean.

So much potential that falls flat in execution. It's often the little things that- like spilled…read morecoffee on a garbage can lid, that can ruin an experience. Coffee mediocre. We decided not to eat here. Bottled water is your best choice

Awesome hidden gem. The coffee here is solid and good. You can tell they take their coffee…read moreseriously. Also cool packaging !

Cool vibe and great folks behind the operation. Care and attention to detail. The coffee is…read moreroasted to perfection and their growing assortment of pantry products is an added benefit. Support local operations, Starbucks will never respect your business the way these folks will.