I ordered a regular cold brew with oatmilk and vanilla syrup, and it was very good. I also had an…read moreegg and bacon sandwich on a plain bagel--it was fulfilling and hit the spot throughout the morning. The drive-thru and service was fast, which I really appreciated. Definitely a solid choice when you're on the move and on your way to work

The place is cute , I'll give them that. I love the lighting and the bright open space , but it's…read morevery small and always packed with no where to sit. Another thing that annoyed me is that the garbage can is exactly where you stand to pick up your drinks. They need to figure out a new spot for it because it's inconveniently placed. Their drinks are also way over priced. My husband had a macchiato and I had the peanut butter chocolate smoothie... disgusting for $7+. It didn't taste like peanut butter nor did it taste like chocolate , it was earthy and indigestible and got me sick. Lastly you should have a dress code for your workers, they look like they just rolled out of bed which is kind of gross if you ask me .

The tofu scramble was amazing!!! As someone who isn't vegan, I would order it every time!read more

Strange Brew Cafe is a decent local option for a caffeine fix and casual breakfast/lunch in the…read moreheart of downtown Binghamton. The interiors are tastefully decorated with funky wall art and pictures of celebrities sipping caffeinated beverages, with a playlist of popular songs from the 90s for music. They have a very small patio area out front and a couple tables inside, and seem to do a lot of grab-and-go takeout business. The staff I encountered were all very friendly, and menu prices somewhat reasonable. Since it was breakfast time, we went with a bagel (with cream cheese) and egg & cheese sandwich for food, and a mocha and cappuccino for drinks. All were of decent quality, so I'd rate them an overall 4.5 out of 5, and am happy to round up due to the nice interiors, friendly service, and cool, local vibes. The egg & cheese sandwich was prepared with a tasty bread that they said was made in-house. If you find yourself in downtown Binghamton looking for a local spot that's a good alternative to chains like Panera or Starbucks, I recommend a visit to Strange Brew Cafe.

Ambiance is cute. Cool merchandise. We got cappuccinos and they were on the bitter side. Service is…read moremid. Will keep exploring other places.

Very friendly owners ,busy with students that's a good thing .Liked out door seating, prices were…read moregreat. Strong cooking smell in the restr part. And dark..

Bagels are good fresh but half the time I go and wait on the drive thru line only for them to tell…read moreme there out of Salted bagels. They don't make enough and sometimes it's very early in the morning like they didn't make any that day. As for there NovaLox Bagel there not consistent one day it's great the next day there's only 1/2 the lox then what should be in there. The salt bagel thing has been going on for years

Breakfast bagel was fresh and hot! Staff is always helpful and friendly! Coffee is fresh and hot…read more One of my new favorites. Might be a bit of a wait, but that just tells you they're good at what they do! Thank you!!

Great local coffee house. The setting has lots of seating and feels cozy! When I was there it was…read moredecorated very festive for the holidays. The coffee was very good and roasted in Ithaca. Lots of options and good pricing. We were served by the owners who were friendly and you can tell support the local community.

Cute little spot in a growing downtown Johnson City. Inside is modern and clean, seating ranges…read morefrom high tops to low tops and large chairs. Staff is always friendly and helpful. They have a basic coffee and tea menu but they do it well. Bagels and fresh pastries are also available. Loved my Multigrain bagel. Everything at a very reasonable price.

Dope spot. Every time I ordered for pickup or came in,…read morealways great Customer Service, fast and ready to eat. As a Film Maker and Artist, I need a place like this. Everything on the menu is fantastic. And they do delicious smoothies. I get the Spinach salad and they'll add what I ask for in it. The prices are decent and the portion is good enough to fill an empty spot in your stomach. The interior paint and color scheme is earthy and the staff are warm. They have another side for dining but most of the time I come I'm on my lunch break so I grab and go. No complaints.

Food was so flavorful and the staff was very friendly! Highly recommend going there if you're in…read morethe area

I like this place. Lots of vegan options. Good coffee. Cute vibe. Friendly service. Affordable.read more

I've been eating here since they first opened and it's always been outstanding. Trying to find…read moresomewhere with both vegetarian and gluten free options can be really hard, but they have both here! Even when it's packed full on trivia nights, the service is always excellent. The vegan nachos, tempeh Ruben sandwich, and the beyond sausage with peppers and onions are my favorite items. If you're looking for a place top go with friends that has a really nice atmosphere, lots of options for everyone, and is extremely affordable, this is your place!

We made reservation to make sure we had a dinner location, but probably not necessary on a regular…read moreFriday night around 6-6:30pm. Street parking is as you can guess hit or miss. We sat at a high top and ordered drinks... not the fastest service, but seemed to be just one bartender. Not our favorite cocktails as they were just a little off. Just one of the 4 would have gotten the same drink again. For food, seems like everyone else wanted their chicken sandwich!!! Nice sized breaded chicken on bun with delicious, crispy fries!!! I also loved my chicken and feta Greek type salad. Nice portion with perfectly cooked and cut chicken. The flavors were so good, I didn't even try their dressing which they serve on the side. We were a bit full for dessert, but also only option was their crepes... maybe next time. A good option if you have family members with food allergies, or are vegan/vegetarian. Everything is clearly marked on menu.

We went out for brunch on a Sunday. The espresso mochas and Bloody Mary's were delicious and the…read morecrêpes were exquisite. There's a full bar with seating at the bar and the restaurant is very clean with nice atmosphere.

That was a treat! After MANY attempts (often derailed by my own schedule) finally made it to…read moreDowntown for dinner. As luck would have it, it was Binghamton Restaurant Week and we attempted a walk in - first available was three+ hours later - but the hostess mentioned we could get the RW menu at the bar and two seats were calling. Lots of choices on the menu but friend and I ended up having the same meal! Cup of Cauliflower, potato and leek soup to start was yummy - very comforting, not too thick, good flavor - I could have stopped here! But fortunately did not! Main was spectacular! Salmon with everything bagel spices served over pearl couscous in a risotto style was inspired (honestly, I will try this at home)! I hope this is a menu regular because I will crave this for many more meals! Add a black Manhattan and this meal is a treat! (Took the dessert course to go - blueberry cronuts were better than chocolate but both likely suffered a wee bit from loss of ambiance and slight steaming that occurred on drive - good for sure but did not compare to the rest of the meal). Shout out to Tommy F for exceptional service - attentive but not intrusive. Ambiance is lovely (the lighting dimmed as we sat - hysterical) but we also scored the most comfortable seats in the house (I hate a high top stool with no back and no padding on the seat - those stools look nice but should go away). Also love the hook under the bar.

Our family loves the Downtown By Chef Jay vibe. We came to celebrate a bday…read more 5 stars for food, loved everything. 3 stars for service. I think it was Lauren, she was nice enough but did not go above and beyond for her customers. She did not want to move us to a more comfortable table, despite our requesting multiple times and the place was literally empty. Finally she was able to make it happen but it was already unpleasant. She was good with bringing us hot waters with lemon as requested, but there was zero proactiveness to refill the hot water or any of the iced water. It was like us going out and trying to please the waitstaff. She did make a good suggestion for the lavender gimlet cocktail. Overall disappointing.