I visited the north syracuse location today with my sister and ordered a WARM rice bowl and I sub'd noodles, added all of the things i wanted, and I was given the last bite of the steak, and fresh steak came out and when I asked to get more I was given an attitude by the employee. I waited for my food for almost 30 minutes (my whole lunch break) to get it all done, I wasnt asked if i wanted broth, so I mentioned it and it was added. I got my food togo since now i was late back to work, and opened my food in my truck. ICE COLD!!! all of it. the noodles the broth. EVERYTHING. this is not the first time that my food quality has been terrible! I pay almost $20 dollars for a meal, and its been worse and worse. needless to say I will not recommend core to anyone again, and I wont be back unless this is fixed! Thank you read more

I stopped in for the first time and got a bone broth bowl. The food was fine, and it was nice that I could get something quick that didn't make me feel like I was putting garbage in my body. But for me, it didn't seem like a full meal. Pretty much everything on the menu is under 600 calories, and I guess that's why some people come to this kind of place. But for someone like me who likes heartier food, I'd be better off going somewhere like Chipotle. Again, the food was fine - just not worth $9 to me for a bowl of vegetables with a little meat and noodles. Also tried some hummus. It was very good. read more

Came here for the first time today. I ordered the Ginger Steak Noodle Grain Bowl, minus the fresh ginger, and sub cucumber-basil dressing. The staff was friendly, and the food was extremely fresh. However, the food was also extremely tasteless. After sampling a few bites, I ended up picking out the 10 cubes of steak and threw the rest of the bowl in the trash. I think this place is definitely appealing to the hipster crowd, but I'm not sure how long that can last. I think they missed the mark here, and could have used fresh ingredients, yet seasoned them in a way that can't be found anywhere else. Instead, you just get plain, raw veggies tossed with a seasonless dressing. This is definitely a place that caters to a crowd that already likes this kind of food. If you're someone who wants to try something new, and a bit more healthy, this place will definitely turn you off, unfortunately. I ended up crossing the parking lot and getting myself a nice fresh brick oven pizza from Pi Craft instead. read more

This place is pretty legit if you're a vegetarian! The Mediterranean greens bowl is a-ma-zing! The service can be kind of inconsistent though - sometimes I get a gigantic serving of greens and hummus, and other times I get a meager, pitiful dollop. Another pro (or maybe con if you're scared of old people): for some reason, some cute elderly ladies patrol the joint and occasionally ask if you are enjoying your food or if you need a menu. They seem to be employed by Core??? read more

This was my first visit and I was not impressed! First of all, this place has a fly problem. We saw flies landing on the veggies and the girl behind the counter could have cared less when I pointed it out. My husband and I both ordered Cobb salad and it was just ok. There was barely any chicken and all I could think about is how many flies were on my food. I will not go back. read more

I ordered the chicken and rice noodle bowl. The portion was generous and the veggies were fresh. Everything looked amazing. The downside was that the bone broth tasted like pure fat. I left with a stomach ache. If I go again, I'll stick with veggie broth or one of the other bowls without broth. read more

Outstanding. Such a modern twist on a long time favorite, and I love everything about this place. It's a little pricey, but I highly recommend. read more

The food is really good and very fresh but the service is TERRIBLE. The lady at the checkout counter has got to go. I wouldn't come back here because of how miserable and rude she was. read more

This place is amazing. Bone Broth is a way of life. I honestly believe you feel better after eating it. The cafeteria style is a newer concept in the area. Extremely successful in my opinion. The concept of farm to table expedited eatery is newer up this way as well. My recommendation, do a build your own bowl, choose from the dozens of fresh ingredients, and add a broth (choices of beef, chicken, and vegetable.) be creative. In short, it's amazing. Enjoy!! read more

Was expecting a great experience with healthy choices....which it looked like that was what was going to happen, until I got in line. The greeter was nice but when I got up to the display case I seen was flies buzzing around in the food! Yuck! I got out of line and got out of there! I can't comment on the taste because there was no way I was going to eat there after that. Sorry folks, it was a bust for me! read more

Amazing locally grown, fresh, tasty food. Impressed every single time! (pro tip: try the tuna poke grain bowl)

We ate here today for the first time and it was delicious! Prices are really good considering the food your eating is clean and healthy! Plus the cucumber basil lemonade is amazing! Oh yeah You get a lot of food you will not leave hungry!! We will definitely be back! read more

ATTENTION CORPORATE!!!! I really just have to say that this place has gone downhill since it opened and continues to every time i give it another chance. It looks like they need to reorganize so they can handle the capacity of people that love to go here. I order the build your own when i go but try other options as well. Honestly when i pick an ingredient it would be nice to get a "FULL" portion of it. Especially when im paying "extra". Just about every time they are usually out of something that i want. The staff is usually pleasant . It does appear to be there is no leader giving direction to the workers. The workers kind of look at eachother like "whos gonna do it"? When you ask for something. Overall i think this has been a great option for healthy eating. I really hope some changes are made so i will continue to visit what i feel is a great place to eat. read more

How many different ways can you say AMAZING! If you are looking for the best in fresh, healthy, tasty food, you needn't look ant further! Core serves a wide variety of simply delicious dishes prepared quickly with fresh, clean & green ingredients, many locally sourced. If you care about what you put in your body this IS the place for you! read more

I don't usually write reviews, however I had to share my experience with the Dewitt location. I love Core, it's usually my go-to because of the healthy options (and not to mention the fact that some of their greens are organic which is a major plus), and the Korean BBQ Pork bowl is just heaven. However, I am frustrated and disappointed that they regularly get my order wrong. I order delivery a few times a week (works great with my busy schedule) but nearly every week an order or two is wrong. In the past I ordered "extra pork" on a bowl and did not get extra (sometimes even less than the regular amount -- and btw it costs more). I have some food allergies, corn and dairy included. Recently I've been asking for no corn, tortilla, or crema on some bowls and they put it in the bowl anyway. And mind you, not only am I selecting "no corn, no crema..." on the ingredient list, but I'm also making a special note for additional instructions, in all caps and with asterisks," ***NO CREMA***" so if they miss it in the ingredient list they can at least see the modification in the special note. I sometimes order delivery the night before for the next day and so it's too late to make the drive back to the restaurant to correct the order. I just now found crema on a bowl I ordered, just a couple of days after I called about another incorrect order. I'm not sure what's going on, why this happens on a regular basis. Is it just me, is it my last name? Is this happening to other people? It's super disappointing because I love the food so much. I'm giving 2 stars because of the great food and the fact that they've refunded me every time they get it wrong. However I've just about had it with the consistently incorrect orders. read more

I think if you're into this style place that you'll love it, but it wasn't quite for me. I'll probably go back and give the bone broth bowl a try because everyone said it's great, but I liked this place a little better as Jolime. If you're into eating super healthy you'll like this place. It comes off pretty heavy on the pretentious side, just in my opinion, but to each their own. Prices are kinda high as well. Staff was friendly and decor was nice too. read more

Fun and fresh! Never would've thought of these lemonades, amazing flavor combos. Definitely returning :) read more

CoreLife Eatery - Thai chicken grain bowl with cucumber basil lemonade - Salad Near Me - Syracuse, New York

I've been very excited to try a healthier way of eating at CoreLife. After looking at over a hundred pictures and reading several reviews, I am no longer interested. It is wonderful to have healthy foods but why compromise them with dirty silverware, items left out of salads, incorrect orders and a messy buffet serving area? These things all take away from the healthy experience idea. Smart choice for a restaurant, sad deployment :( read more

Came for the first time and was hoping for a sweetgreen-ish quality salad, which this was not. Not bad, just a little bland.

After more than a year of constant observation on how much this pace has taken a 180 I have finally decided to downgrade my stars and update my review. When this place first opened it was a well oiled machine. Everything was consistent, smiling and attentive employees and awesome food. I can 100% say without doubt this place has become horrible with consistency and customer service. I probably don't miss 2-3 weeks without being there (food is still good) and 50% of the time you have to remind an employee (that you know is not new) all the ingredients that comes in your salad. Half of the employees provide attitude even with zero attitude being given to them. I would be lenient if it was a customer being difficult. NOPE, they are just flat out annoyed by being there. Staff always seems confused and disconnected from what's going on. My wife ordered broccoli as one of her toppings and out of shear laziness we watched the employee basically dump broccoli dust over her salad because they were too lazy to wait or get more broccoli (we actually didnt get mad we laughed because it was such a ridiculous maneuver). Talk about inconsistency? 1 week you will get a falafel the size of a golf ball the next week you will get them the size of a marble. I could go on and on about what I have observed over the past year or so. This review is not from me having one bad night there, its from me having about 50 bad nights there. What happened to the always smiling and attentive employees they once had when they opened? read more

Great place to eat! Love the atmosphere. It's quick and healthy! Fast food... Healthy? Who'd a thunk it. I had their southwestern chicken grain bowl. It was so yummy! Will definitely come here again with friends! There should be more of these around. I love what they are and what they represent. :) read more

Awesome fresh, generous salads. The staff is very helpful, pleasant and cheerful. Carly takes good care of me and my friends whenever we go. I have never gotten a bad meal here and the prices are very reasonable. Love this place! Free parking. Outside comfortable seating. Gets a little busy during peak hours, but the line moves pretty well. And there is an ice cream shop next door. read more

Came here on a sunny day for lunch and we are happy. The Thai chicken bowl is filling and fresh. I love the selection of iced teas and lemonades too. read more

Very good but also very pricey for what you get. Assembly/cafeteria style. Tasty dishes, somewhat healthy too. Not very impressed with the drink selections or the prices. When we entered it appeared that most bowls were about 5.55, we quickly learned that a typical bowl and drink was almost $12 read more

Core is excellent. I have been going there since they opened. I have tried a variety of the menu items and have been pleased with them all. I LOVE the beet lemonade. It is so unique and delicious! The flavors and quality of the food is great! I often get food to bring home. My only complaint is that I feel the portion sizes "to go" are smaller than the "in house" portion sizes. read more

We love CoreLife! The Ranch Flank Steak Bowl is amazing and I get it every time. Love the flavors and the lemonades are to die for!

Airy large organic cafe with plenty of options for various healthy diets, ample parking, and friendly staff.

Found this place during my stay in Liverpool. I literally just drove near my hotel, looking for a place to eat. Anywhere. I'd have easily settled for fast food, but when I found Core, I was beyond pleasantly surprised. Reminds me of a Chopt or Sweetgreen. Here's how it works: You choose your bowl: greens, rice or broth (or all three, if you'd like)...and you go from there. I ordered the southwest chicken rice bowl- a menu-suggested combo of wild rice, corn, tomatoes, jalapeños, avocado and more. It came with romaine, and honestly it was more of a salad than rice bowl, but it was DELICIOUS. I'd eat here again in a heartbeat. Prices are reasonable, and there is ample seating. If you're looking for something healthy, tasty (vegetarian and vegan friendly), and affordable, this is the place! read more

Stopped for lunch 2 days in a row, first day had a great kale chicken Caesar salad, lightly dressed with great Parmesan cheese crisps. On second day had the mushroom and tofu veggie broth bowl. Hands down the best with shaved ginger and lemon grass, very pho like, but without the noodles. Will be back to try the noodle bowls. read more

Delicious and fresh ingredients. Looking forward to returning!

This has become our go-to "fast-food" restaurant after my husbands diagnosis of Celiac. We are able to come here and not worry about cross contamination as all items on the menu are gluten free. ( except the bread offered at the end of the line, enclosed in a hard plastic container ). I am enjoying eating our way through the pre-selected offerings and someday will be brave enough to create my own ! We are looking forward to online ordering so we can order before we leave the house and have it ready when we get there....so I don't have to stand in the enormous line.....but that is the best problem to have .. :) read more

2 of our party requested dishes with rice noodles, none were to be had. 67% failure and seriously reconsidering ever returning.

Great concept, very fresh greens, clean eating. Not too much flavor in some of the options, but great idea either way.

The service is hit or miss, the employees don't complete orders correctly and have to be watched. Also these salads are horrible for you. The sodium is through the roof. After issues with staff with an "attitude" and incorrect orders, we will not return. read more

Core is a great place to go for quick and casual healthy bite. They have a lot of great salad choices for $8.53 per salad including tax. Service is quick and staff were friendly. I love that they include calories next to each menu item! They also have fun flavored teas. Recommend for salad lovers and health nuts. read more

The food here is always tasty. Greens and vegetables are always fresh and their dressings are incredible. I have been here a few times and finally got their lemonades. They are fantastic. I mixed the beet and cucumber/basil together for a refreshing drink on a hot day. Only downside here is the price. For a salad and a drink it costs over $12. For some basic salads, this is not worth it. But for their more specialty salads, I justify paying a little bit more. This is not a cheap lunch for the type of quick service restaurant this is. Good for a splurge but not every day. read more

My new favorite restaurant! I love the quality and freshness of the ingredients and the ability to have the meal '''made-to-order." I always leave with a full and satisfied tummy without excessive calories. read more

3-star Restaurant. Just came here for dinner with a friend. I got their ginger steak noodle salad which was pretty good but not to my palate. I can see that this place would be pretty popular with certain individuals but not for me. This place can be the Chipotle of Salads. The portion and prices are pretty decent but I prefer my Panera Bread when it comes to salads. Come here for something new or if you like Salads. read more

This is an awesome restaurant! So many healthy and delicious options available, especially for people with limited diets who often have trouble eating out. The line is often long, but it always moves quickly. I wish they'd open more locations! read more

For new-timers entering this establishment, there is no need to worry! Cordial service and deliciously healthy food! I only eat grass-fed meat, so this place is my haven. I love the grilled steak grain bowl, with a delicious miso dressing! read more