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.

A cute coffee shop nestled in a neighborhood, I was excited to check this spot out based on the…read morereviews. The shop is a small space and there were quite a few people either working or meeting up with a friend. I glanced over their summer drink menu and went with the maple miso matcha latte with almond milk. I decided to work remotely in the shop myself. It's pretty modern and chic inside and very friendly service. The matcha was a bit too milk forward for my liking where the matcha almost disappeared. The miso maple flavor however was pretty good and had a slight salty/nutty sweetness that I wish would've brought the matcha flavor out more. The person next to me ordered a breakfast burrito that looked amazing. So maybe that's definitely worth trying out!

Cute little coffee shop with a bunch of things to try! Their coffee and homemade flavor shots were…read moregreat and the staff and prices were too. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Not sure about parking they're kind of off a major road so it could be slightly challenging and I'm not super familiar with the area. Glad we visited would definitely stop again!

First visit with high hopes for this small but ample sized Roastery. Upon our arrival there were a…read morecouple people in line ahead of us and more coming in behind us. The young lady behind the counter appeared to be working alone and was struggling to keep up. It took about ten minutes to get a latte which tasted pretty darn good however when dining in, I prefer a real cup and saucer instead of a cheap carboard cup ..I did ask for one and was told they are not available... and for a $6 cup of coffee I think they should be.

Came home for a weekend and this new coffee shop popped up on my feed so we had to try it. It is a…read morevery cute place with ample, comfy seating and friendly staff. They have a ton of flavor shots to choose from which made the choices hard, but I went with my go to caramel latte which I loved. It was more bitter than sweet, but I love the taste of strong coffee so I enjoyed it. My boyfriend got a hot americano and loved it. The most important review is from my mom who got a hot spiced brown sugar latte: she never gets any flavors because she thinks they're too much but she LOVED this latte. They have a ton or pastry choices as well and a soup of the day! Definitely a great place to hangout and drink strong coffee.

Currently my go to place in Syracuse or fresh coffee. Great selection and i haven't been…read moredisappointed yet. Very fresh too. I have bought whole bean from all the local rosters in Syracuse, and put their coffee right at the top. Definitely worth a try and a pound. Currently drinking their Kilimanjaro dark roast. Excellent with an excellent bloom in my pourovers.

From the owner: We sell fresh, bold coffee which is roasted right here in our store. All of our 30 signature blends…read moreand straight coffees are roasted for a bold, rich flavor. We have a coffee for anyone, from light roast to a heavy french roast, Hyman Smith's has a coffee for you.

Stopped by to study at this coffee shop…read more Ordered the maple latte which I enjoyed iced at their wescott location. Here I ordered it hot and found it overly sweet and the milk improperly steamed (dry cappuccino foam, no microfoam). There's seating for about 10 between four tables and also 3 barstools. A few more tables outside as well. Bathroom in the back with door code. Wifi with password. There are outlets at the tables but unfortunately some of them aren't working. Tends to echo, probably not an ideal place to take a meeting or phone call. Paid parking available across the street (see pictures). Service while ordering was average. However one worker came over about 10 minutes to close and awkwardly gestured for me and another customer to leave which I found odd. Note that overall it is much smaller than their Wescott location and they close much earlier as well. Hope to try again in the future with better results.

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.

First time visit and was sort of shocked at the cleanliness of the place, not good. Ordered a small…read morehot latte with simple syrup and recieved an unsweetened iced coffee. Location was not busy at all so can't even blame it on that. Won't return again.

My girlfriend and I stopped by after a local recommended this place as a solid coffee spot. So off…read morewe went. The menu didn't have a ton of specialty drinks, but there was a decent selection of teas -- including a blueberry one that caught my eye. I went for the blueberry tea, and my girlfriend got a regular iced coffee. The tea was refreshing, though we both agreed the blueberry flavor was more of a whisper than a shout. "Blueberry," she said, holding her fingers close together. "Tea," she continued, arms wide apart. We laughed about it from the comfort of a plush black sofa. The vibe of the place was solid. Plenty of seating, chill atmosphere, and a restroom conveniently located near the entrance.

As per usual, great coffee and great experience! Staff, as always, were patient and helpful!…read more I ordered a cold brew with oat milk and lavender syrup, and it was delicious! The cold brew was smooth and not at all bitter, and the lavender syrup had a great floral flavor (not artificial nor overpowering). I saw that they have a variety of other syrup flavors available like pistachio, hazelnut, vanilla, mocha, etc, so I'll have to try a new one next time!

UPDATE: Changed to 4…read moreStars The manager reached out, which is rare, and responded with some excellent customer service showing they really do care about customer satisfaction. Well done This review is for the newest Clay NY location as I couldn't locate that specific site on Yelp This was our first visit and unfortunately, it will be our last. Servers were exceptionally polite and patient and well trained. The problem is with the product. I had the honey/cinnamon Iced Latte, my wife had their Valencia Cold Brew. Sadly, we are in agreement with just a few other reviewers that the coffees taste very watered down and very low on the stated flavors. For us, they were undrinkable. I see most reviews are positive, which is great, but, this coffee shop is just not for us.

I have no idea how I have not rated this spot before. It is one of my favorites in the area! They…read morehave phenomenal coffee (love a hazelnut oat half-caff latte with honey) and Caprese sandwich is delish. When I go with my kids, they have high chairs (like legit ones with trays) for my 1.5 year old. And my 5 year old is really just there for the good food. It always comes out promptly. When I order online for drive up they will typically bring it out without you having to call. The atmosphere is nice. My baby really enjoys the baby yoda over the espresso machine. Haha lots to look at!

It's actually insane how amazing the coffee and matcha is here. Every time I get matcha, it just…read moretastes so refreshing and not like grass. The pastries are also delectable. I love the ambiance of the coffee shop. It's pretty clean and well decorated, great place to catch up with your friends.

While visiting Syracuse I vowed to try a locally owned coffee shop, so we decided to try this one…read moreand we were so happy we did. We both ordered bagels, I had a bagel with cream cheese and my boyfriend ordered a bagel with butter, he ordered drip coffee and I ordered a latte. The bagels were really delicious, they were soft and delectable. My latte was really good, I added some coconut syrup to it and it was just chef's kiss! I was very pleased. I'm off caffeine for a while so that was a way to go out lol. The staff members were kind and helpful, the shop itself is very cute and there is ample seating. If I'm ever in the area again, I would definitely stop by.

I love Recess. It's…read morealways a great place to stop for coffee and a snack. I love this location too. There is plenty of seating here. And it's relatively a quiet space to work. There are a variety of drinks, pastries, food options and merch available here too. I'd highly recommend coming here. I love their lattes and bagels here. I can't wait to go back again soon.

The best craft coffee I've had. I I had the Biscotti Latte…read moreand it was great. So much so I almost ordered two but I wanted to get some sleep this evening. The environment is inviting and perfect for small groups coming together to plan, do hw, or coffee meeting. The service was good. And the coffee options are great.

We loved everything about walking into this place, but that's where it ended…read more We ordered croissants and someone not working the register went and grabbed the croissants we ordered for another customer who was on the phone. Rather than telling the person handling the phone order that the croissants were already ordered, the cashier just apologetically smiled. It's our first time here (we told the cashier that) and she tried to offer other options, but we weren't looking for cake first thing in the morning. What's weird is that the person handling the phone order was making drinks before and after so I'm not sure if this was an order for a friend or a legitimate customer. The whole thing was disappointing and soured our opinion and experience. Seven employees were working and it still took over 10 mins to get two lattes. When served, our drinks were not hot because the espresso shots had been sitting on the counter cooling off while the milk was steamed and the flavoring added. The interstellar had good flavor but was kid's temp by the time I got it. The honey saffron didn't taste like anything and was slightly warmer, but fell flat flavorwise. Overall, the experience didn't feel particularly high end as the prices would reflect, nor efficient. I'm not sure if I would return.