Recess Coffee House & Roastery

Excellent espresso drinks and the bags of roasted beans are great for making drip coffee at home. The indoor seating is pleasant and it is a nice place to chat or work. I’ve been to many coffee shops in Syracuse and this is my favorite one by far!

One of my favorite coffee spots to take a walk to a little ways off SU campus and explore the Westcott area. I've always had good experiences here; baristas have always been helpful and nice. It can get busy, with limited seating inside. The tables outside are great when the…

Wish I could rate this neighborhood coffee shop more highly. My cappuccino was scalding, and I burned my mouth and had to wait about 15 mins for it to be cool enough to drink. My husband's peanut butter latte was undrinkable, with the flavors way too strong. Maybe it was just an…

One of the best coffee places I've gone to! The banana toffee was an absolute delight, wonderful flavour of banana throughout. 🍌 Will definately return, 10/10 establishment! They also have cute displays for local artists and some seating area although dimly lit and not very…

Very busy business so plan on waiting. The drinks are very good but the bagel breakfast sandwiches need better bagels. The bagels are out of a bag and weren't toasted. Tasted like eating a Lenders bagel but I know it isn't, supposed to be Cassanovia. Parking can be difficult.…

This spot is a locals favourite and came highly recommended. I’d give them a five for aesthetics. The small-town feel was pleasing to the eyes. However they had limited decaffeinated coffee options so I couldn’t grab a drink. The cookies smelled and tasted good. I’d recommend an…