Brazen Kitchen
725 Irving Ave, Syracuse, NY
Crema's Take
“Brazen Kitchen in Syracuse has mastered the art of the elevated sandwich and side—reviewers are genuinely obsessed with their fries, which have apparently become the gold standard by which all other fries are judged. Beyond the standout sandwiches (the chicken Caesar and rib tacos are earning particular praise), they've nailed the full breakfast experience with the kind of care and flavor intensity you'd expect from a proper deli, making this newcomer on Irving Avenue feel like it's been a neighborhood cornerstone for years.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
The food here is fabulous. Incredibly flavorful! The very best French fries I have ever had. I ordered the rib tacos with some ingredients I don’t even know. I shared it with my boyfriend and we both raved about it. I’m in a wheelchair and it was no problem. The woman who took my order was very helpful and super friendly. The cook is phenomenal. And I loved the music they were playing. Wow! Double wow! A+++ in every regard! Extremely good vibes! Thank you nice people!
I can’t believe it’s taken so long to eat here. The chicken Caesar salad sandwich was perfection. Like way too good. The fries will be whatever I compare other fries to for the rest of my life. And the bacon egg n cheese is the most delicious breakfast sandwich in syracuse for sure. Quite possibly the whole northeast. Thank you Chris for doing what you do!!
I was just blown away by how great my sandwich was. I grew up in a deli, and I have eaten at a lot of great establishments that had some very good food. Brazen has really impressed me. This is high end flavor meets comfort food. The combination of flavors is amazing. As soon as I bit into my sandwich for that second all of life's problems disappeared. I would travel out of my way and pay for the parking garage to eat here again. If you haven't tried the food here you need to. Your taste buds and stomach will thank you.
A Hidden Breakfast Gem – Worth Every Bite! My friends and I stumbled upon this hidden gem for a quick breakfast, and it did not disappoint. I ordered a classic bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich, and it was perfection. The egg had a slightly runny yolk, the bacon was thick and crispy, and every bite was packed with flavor. One of my friends got the Pepper Piggy, and I have to admit, this sandwich completely stole the show. The sauce they used took it to another level, making it even more flavorful than mine (and that’s saying something!). My other friend opted for the Loaded Hashbrown with Braised Beef, which was an absolute hit. The hashbrown was crispy, the beef was tender and juicy, and together, they made for a seriously satisfying dish. On top of the amazing food, the service was just as great. The chef and employees were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. If you're looking for a delicious breakfast spot, this place is 100% worth checking out. Highly recommend!
The Brazen Cafe opened 3 months ago on Irving Avenue across from the Crouse Hospital entrance. This was the first chance I've had to try them out. The sandwich I ordered was true to the name of the cafe. It was bold and flavorful. I had the Barzini, which I believe was the name of a crime family in The Godfather movie. You can read the details of the ingredients online, but I would note that a generous portion of fresh basil provided a wonderful bright note that complimented the tasty cold cuts, cheese, and roasted peppers. I requested extra calabrian chili mayo, and I'm glad I did. It was delicious and added some heat and creaminess to the sandwich. My friend ordered the Brazen Braised Beef (try to say that quickly 10 times) and reported that it was excellent. Looking forward to returning soon.
Crema Reviews
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