Best Lunch Restaurants in Syracuse

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Central New York

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1. Oh My Darling

4.6

Exceptional(441)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Syracuse

Booked 15 times today

Comfort food & cocktails served in retro-chic digs with a basement speakeasy hosting live music. Across from the Landmark Theater and the RedHouse Arts Center.

2. LM Social LeMelange Restaurant & Bar

4.2

Awesome(474)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Syracuse

Booked 12 times today

Find out why we have won diner choice awards 2023-2024-2025 ! Nestled in the vibrant heart of Armory Square, LM Social invites you to an irresistible journey of culinary wonders. With a menu thoughtfully crafted by Chefs Slim & Jonosh, LM Social offers an unforgettable fusion of Mediterranean and Asian flavors—the Mediterrasian experience. Every dish is a masterpiece of creativity, inspired by family recipes that have been passed down for generations and reimagined with innovative flair. Prepare for a visual feast as cocktails burst into flames, entrées emerge enveloped in smoke, and tableside presentations unfold secrets of culinary theater.

3. Eden

4.9

Exceptional(899)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Syracuse

Booked 11 times today

An entirely wood fired, upscale-causal, dining experience in the heart of Central New York. Our mission is to highlight the best food producers, farmer, brewers, distillers, and foragers in New York State.

A photo of Abbiocco by A Mano restaurant

4. Abbiocco by A Mano

4.9

Exceptional(676)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Syracuse

Booked 9 times today

Opened in September of 2018, a mano kitchen & bar. "new american with an italian soul". Hand made pasta, breads & salumi & wood fired pizza's. Open for dinner, amano offers both small & large plates for your dinning pleasure.

5. The Tasting Room

3.9

Excellent(106)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Syracuse

We're a pop-up restaurant offering unique dining experiences on a monthly basis. Chef JC crafts delightfully delicious menus for each pop-up experience. Our well curated wine and whiskey bar is a perfect compliment to the dining experience.When we pop-up up:Broadway shows at the Landmark Theatre (serving Tuesda-Saturday of show weeks)A monthly wine pairing dinnerA monthly whiskey pairing dinnerValentine's Day and other occasions that can make for a fun dining experience.And when we're not popping up, we are hosting private parties and events with our clients.Corporate Cocktail PartiesPrivate DinnersRehearsal DinnersBridal and Baby Showers.... and more!

6. Eleven Waters

4.1

Excellent(503)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Syracuse

Booked 2 times today

Inspired by New York’s Finger Lakes region, Eleven Waters proudly crafts unique local flavors in a modern but historical Upstate bistro experience in Downtown Syracuse, NY. Complimentary Valet Parking!

A photo of Phoebe's Restaurant & Coffee Lounge restaurant

7. Phoebe's Restaurant & Coffee Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(647)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Syracuse

Booked 15 times today

Originally known as Phoebe's Garden Café, the restaurant has a long and colorful history in Syracuse. Local lore claims that the building was originally a brothel, and Phoebe was its madam. In the summer of 2004, Phoebe's experienced a refreshing makeover with a bright new look in the atrium dining room with fresh paint, new upholstery, and artwork. The coffee lounge also opened that year, and it became an instant hit with the surrounding university and business crowd. Those changes also warranted a new name to reflect the updated attitude and ambiance: Phoebe's Restaurant and Coffee Lounge. Classic elements of Phoebe's remain untouched—the French onion soup and enticing crème brulee, for example, but other menu items change seasonally. The Lounge also has its own seating area and free wireless internet capabilities. Phoebe's old world charm is right at home in a revitalized area of the city.

8. The Wedge

4.9

Exceptional(42)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • DeWitt

Booked 20 times today

The WedgeA cheese-centric bar & restaurant in Eastwood in Syracuse! We focus on cheese based dishes and highlighting seasonal produce. We offer a new menu daily to honor seasonality. We are open for dinner service Wednesday through Saturday and we serve Brunch on Sundays! The Wedge is brought to you by The Curd Nerd, an award-winning cheese shop, located right next door. We focus on community & highlight it by offering a community table! We do not take reservations for parties larger than 6 on OpenTable & the restaurant does not accommodate parties larger than 8 without a private event.

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9. Delmonico's Italian SteakHouse - Syracuse

4.6

Exceptional(863)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Syracuse

Booked 21 times today

Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse offers a unique, Italian-inspired atmosphere to go with its full menu of Italian dishes and steaks. Dining here will almost definitely mean hearing the likes of Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack over the sound system, and this Syracuse restaurant offers delightful décor to give it a big-city vibe. Guests at Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse love the filet mignon and the filet portabella, both of which are nine-ounce cuts of meat served with penne marinara and angel hair pasta, respectively. Other favorite entrées include shrimp scampi, one-pound lasagna, fettuccine Delmonico and veal parmigiana. And, with cappuccino pie, homemade cannoli and other options on the dessert menu at Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse, guests always want to leave room for dessert.

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10. Strada Mia 313 Restaurant

3.9

Excellent(771)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Syracuse

Booked 1 time today

Hometown tradition bringing the finest dining experiences in Syracuse. Simply put, we provide our best for you as you are family.

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Tim
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food is always killer, love the atmosphere, drinks are great small plates are a great way to try a lot of things that you can’t get everywhere.
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EdenPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Syracuse
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4.9
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otto
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Josh did a great job Timed the drinks and food perfectly
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Oh My DarlingPrice: Moderate• American• Syracuse
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4.6
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LisaVIP
New York State •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was amazing the service was good and the restaurant is very fun 21st birthday party celebration
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LM Social LeMelange Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Syracuse
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4.2
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Joanne
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Had a delicious meal…was a joy and a pleasure meeting Joanne and Anthony…we will definitely be back…thank you!!
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Abbiocco by A ManoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Syracuse
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4.9
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Pam
New York State •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
We enjoyed butternut ravioli and red snapper for our entrees. Both were delicious with yummy sauces. Good service, reasonable prices.
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The Tasting RoomPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Syracuse
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3.9

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