Pausa Coffee

Pausa Coffee

246 E Water St, Syracuse, NY

★★★★★4.6(67 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Pausa Coffee in downtown Syracuse is a stylish sanctuary where owner Laura has masterfully blended coffee culture with wine and small plates, creating a space that feels equally suited for focused work or leisurely conversation. Their signature creative drinks—like the pistachio latte that's won over visitors—showcase genuine care for flavor experimentation, backed by knowledgeable staff who genuinely want to chat about sourcing and recommendations. With an elegant, relaxing design and a welcoming groove all its own, this is the kind of place that makes you want to linger whether you're meeting a friend or settling in with your laptop for the afternoon.

What to expect

Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu.

MeetingsSpecialty drinksSignature drinksLight foodSlow sitTraditional drinksLaptop friendly

Google Reviews

Brooke Ryan
★★★★★7 months ago

This is such a wonderful addition to syracuse. Their specials are unique and fun - I had the pistachio latte and loved the flavor. The dressed the whole place up for Christmas and it has the charm of an old school coffee shop. The staff is so warm and welcoming. Pausa is quickly…

vishwa bhatt
★★★★★6 months ago

It’s a great coffee shop with some good signature drinks. Tried 2 of them and loved both. Great people and service. Loved the ambience. Cozy and perfect to work, chill and relax. Must Visit

Don Stevens
★★★★★6 months ago

Such a welcome place in downtown Syracuse. Owner Laura has created a stylish atmosphere with a groove so on its own. Coffee. Wine. Small plates, with fun add ons make this place a more than just a trendy plane to meet, it's a much needed oasis from the tyranny of a work week,…

Lydia Hall
★★★★9 months ago

Pausa is really cute, I’m excited to see it continue to grow! The design is very relaxing and elegant. I think the coffee & cocktails concept is unique and creative. I like how inviting the front of house is. I ordered a cherry danish and an iced latte with PH delight syrup. I…

Madison Vaughn
★★★★★9 months ago

Wowow!! Not only is this place insanely gorgeous & cozy, the owner and staff are so friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. They took the time to chat with us about the various drinks and where they source some of their ingredients from. Our drinks and danish were all delicious.…

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