Very cute, rustic ambiance. Very friendly service. They take reservations if you have a hankering…read morefor one of their alcove tables. Had the cranberry salad with grilled chicken and their homemade poppyseed dressing . It was very good. I'd get an appetizer, dessert or a side though cause I was still a little hungry when I left.

A true gem in the village of Manlius, where I consistently have great food and service.read more

Date night landed us here…read more Quiet space where I could hear myself think & the food was delicious. The owner was really friendly and charismatic. Service was quick & food ready in 15-20 minutes. Comfy booths Cool, earthy vibes and ambiance Will be back!

Cute no frills space in The Yard complex in Manlius. Had the Cuban Panini which I'll have to say is…read morebetter than the ones I've had in Miami. It was a 15 minute wait so consider ordering ahead.

We went for one of the grilled cheese/Bloody Mary flight Sundays. They only had on one bartender…read moreand one cook so it was a little slow but they huddled! They were all pretty good, standard tastes for a place as such. I didn't realize the entire bar downstairs - which makes sense with all the events that they host - as I only went once to sit outside! I would 100% come again for an event & a drink at the bar!

Owner Heidi has hosted live jazz music on Sundays for a few years now. There is no charge, and the…read moretalent is stellar. We try to make an afternoon of it when we can. Shows are from 1-4pm, and along with their house crafted beer, they also offer a selection of cocktails made with NYS spirits. If you are hungry, they have some creative sandwiches, flatbreads and my favorite, the giant pretzel with beer cheese. Such a gem in the heart of Manlius.

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.

We were really blown away by this diner. I'm not one for diners myself, but this place is a little…read moremore creative with menu options and it's not just the most standard run of the mill mediocre menu options which is what most other little diners seem to offer. The pancakes were phenomenal. I had the garden salad with chicken and it was so tasty! My friend raved about her omelette. We were impressed and will gladly return here. I loved the bright colors inside and the waiter was very friendly.

Looking for a nice place to eat before hitting the highway. This was the perfect choice, clean,…read morebright, well staffed with a very nice selection of classic breakfast and lunch dishes. Has a nice retro feel. Portion sizes were very generous, in fact I couldn't finish! Would come back again next time I'm in the area.

Last review was 7 years ago and Scenic Root is still out here doing their thing and doing it well…read more We've been going since the early days and it's one of those places you just know is going to be good every time. I ordered the tropical salmon and was side eyeing the coconut a little, but wow... it all came together perfectly. Sweet, tangy, and the salmon was cooked exactly right. Service never disappoints, and whoever was behind the bar deserves a shoutout because that blackberry margarita was dangerous. I went back for round two and I'm not sorry about it. Dessert was a dense chocolate cake that didn't even last long enough for a photo, which says everything. Consistently good food, fabulous drinks, and a cozy atmosphere that makes you feel like family.

I have had Scenic Root on my "must go" list forever it seems, so was excited to finally check it…read moreout. We had an amazing meal and definitely made for a great date night! We ordered the bang bang shrimp appetizer, and the batter was so crispy and also fluffy (almost like a battered haddock but lighter) - awesome! The bang bang sauce has great flavor, but slightly too mayo forward for my preferences - but ate it up nonetheless and would get them again! I also ordered a blackberry margarita- which I will say was strong, but the flavors were great. When I asked if they minded giving me a couple Slices of lemon and some simple syrup (and yes I admitted that it was a ME problem, not that they made it poorly- it was just stronger and I'm a big wimp!) , they promptly, no questions asked said "we got this" and put the drink back in the shaker and added some simple syrup (mind you I was totally fine with just a little shot glass of it to dump in my drink!) - so the willingness to be so helpful was very appreciated. As for our entrees, one of us ordered the Cajun Alfredo and one of us ordered the Tropical Salmon, both were made incredibly well, and the flavor and seasoning was fantastic! The Alfredo sauce when I tried it was lovely, not so thick and "artery clogging" as some Alfredo can be, but coated the noodles beautifully and packed a flavorful punch. The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the pineapple and coconut in the rice made for an amazingly delicious dish. We were also fortunate to sit at a window overlooking the swan pond and then take a nice walk around the pond. So lovely- cannot wait to go back!!

I see why this place is highly rated! My co-worker recommended this place and so glad she did. We…read morestopped in for dinner around 7pm and was welcomed with the warmest and pleasant energy. We started out with the spicy feta hummus which came with this fluffy and warm pita. The hummus itself wasn't spicy but the seasoning layered with the dip. It was smooth and creamy. We couldn't stop eating it! I had the Jordanian refresher which was refreshing and delicious. The server came and checked in on us several times and was super friendly. For my entree, I had their gyro with lentil soup as it was a bit chilly this day. (well for a Florida girl like me) The lentil soup was so warm and creamy and just perfect for a soup day. I was expecting chunks of lentils but honestly, I preferred the way the restaurant prepared theirs. The gyro was huge and stuffed with veggies and sauce. They do not skimp out on the meat - which was super flavorful and juicy. I wish I could order this gyro down to Florida. What a great dining experience at an amazing local business!

My wife and I visited Diwan for dinner for the first time last night (7/10/26) after hearing so…read moremany great things about it. We were excited to finally give it a try, and the food absolutely lived up to the hype. This was easily the best Middle Eastern food we've had in Central New York. We started with the hummus appetizer, which was fresh, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the delicious house-made and warm pita. I ordered the beef and lamb gyro, and my wife had the beef kebabs. Both meals were outstanding, and we'll definitely be back for the food. Unfortunately, what keeps me from leaving a five-star review was the service we received from our server, Megan. I'm not sure whether it was because we arrived about an hour before closing or if she was simply having an off night, but from the beginning, the service felt rushed and inattentive, and it never improved. Just a couple of minutes after we were seated, she asked if we were ready to order. When we said we were still looking over the menu, she simply replied, "Okay," and walked away without asking if we had any questions or explaining the menu. My wife had to stop her as she was walking away to ask what drinks were available. A few minutes later, when she returned to take our order, she took our appetizer order and my wife's entrée order while looking around the dining room, said "thank you," and immediately started walking away without taking my order. I had to stop her so I could order my meal. During our meal, while I had my gyro in hand and was about to take another bite, I noticed her standing beside our table preparing the payment terminal. My wife looked at her, the server said "sorry" and then set down the payment terminal on the neighboring table instead. Once we were finished, she handed us the payment terminal and then asked whether we'd like dessert or coffee, after already presenting the check, which felt a bit odd. After I paid, I was in the middle of selecting how I wanted my receipt when she took the payment terminal away before I could finish, leaving me unable to receive an itemized receipt for our meal. The food was exceptional, and we'll absolutely be back because the kitchen deserves every bit of the praise it receives. That said, we'll be requesting a different server next time. The service we experienced tonight was disappointing and didn't match the quality of the food. On a positive note, there was another server working this evening who was incredibly friendly and welcoming. I didn't catch her name, but she left a much better impression and reflected the kind of hospitality we were hoping to experience.

Very friendly spot. Limited seating inside. I liked that their breakfast sandwich had 2 eggs. The…read moresausage tasted like Italian. Very good. Love their coffee and espresso.

When they first switched ownership from Soleil cafe (where I was a regular), I was SO disappointed…read morein the quality of the lattes. I ordered 2 that were undrinkable. Because of that experience I did not visit for a couple years. At my work, there were draft oat milk lattes from salt city coffee for staff appreciation which were phenomenal. I even ordered a gallon for my daughter's birthday party(for the parents). Recently, I have ordered 2 lattes that were good. There is a discount if you bring a reusable mug. There are several tables, which are close together. As long as there aren't many other customers it's comfortable. The bathroom could use a new floor and I would appreciate a changing table - I ended up taking my baby to the car to change him.