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Phoebe's Restaurant & Coffee Lounge, Syracuse, NY

Phoebe's Restaurant & Coffee Lounge

4.7
4.7
439 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 28 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:30 am–2:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (315) 475-5154
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ben Burr
  • Private party facilities
    We offer two rooms for private events. Our parlor dining room is ideal for 15-35 people and offers a more intimate setting. The atrium dining room will accommodate up to 60 people. You'll find our menu options and party planning info at https://phoebessyracuse.com/private-events . Give us a call at 315.475.5154 | Quality since 1976
  • Neighborhood
    Syracuse
  • Cross street
    Irving Ave
  • Parking details
    Parking can be found along East Genesee Street, in the parking lot along Irving Ave or parking garage along Irving Ave.
  • Public transit
    Located on the Syracuse University bus line - Connective Corridor and Centro route
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

What 439 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Upstate New York

    Healthy

  • Central New York

    Best Overall

  • Central New York

    Best Food

  • Central New York

    Best Service

  • Central New York

    Best Ambiance

  • Central New York

    Best Value

  • Central New York

    Good for business meals

  • Central New York

    Good for groups

  • Central New York

    Healthy

  • Central New York

    Neighborhood gem

  • Central New York

    Most Booked

439 Reviews
  1. LarryA

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a great restaurant. Excellent food and service!

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  2. ShannonP

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was incredible, appetizers, the main dish and dessert were all amazing. The restaurant itself is so beautiful, lots of gorgeous exposed brick and so many lush *real* plants make for a lovely dining environment. Our server, Morgan, was a doll. I can't day enough about this restaurant, it's staff and the amazing food. 12/10 experience.

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  3. MamaCyn

    Greater Boston

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time at Phoebe’s was amazing and we can’t wait to go back. Service was friendly and professional, food and drink were delicious, and ambience was perfect. We loved the option for smaller portion sizes on some entrees so we could have room for appetizers and dessert as well. Wonderful experience.

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  4. williamelliott

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good place if you have Syracuse Stage tickets. Parking very expensive ($9).

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  5. EstelleK

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were at Phoebe’s last year for parents weekend & we’re lucky to get a reservation again this year!! Food was delicious & service impeccable! Highly recommend!

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  6. Xxmc

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Warm welcome, great service, yummy food and a good price.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience. Hostess was great. Service balanced - checked appropriately. Food was good - went for lunch - had chicken Caesar and companion had turkey day sandwich - both fresh

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  8. SkipA

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    A regular place for me and return time after time. I will continue to do so.

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  9. BarbF

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall3food1service1ambience5
    Server was terrible, tried to engage with her; told her I didn’t like the soup; no comment,no eye contact etc. I would definitely go back; except not with that server

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  10. Mari

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! We also appreciate the smaller potion choice for some entrees.

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  11. JarretF

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience1
    Phoebe’s was uncharacteristically mediocre this time. The service was slow and erratic, and the noise level was unpleasantly high. The food was good, but the experience was far from relaxing. Hoping for a better experience next time.

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  12. Pamacci13

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We showed up for our reservation and were told that only soup and salads were being served due to an unexpected emergency in the kitchen. We sat down, but then based on soup choices, decided to leave and were going to go across the street to Francos. Just before we crossed the street, our server, Jess came outside and told us the kitchen was operating again. We went back and and still had our table and boy were we glad we decided to go back inside!! Our server was the utmost professional, so sweet and we were so happy she invited us to come back. We started with sundried tomato hummus, served with fresh vegetables and soft pita bread triangles,..delicious. My mother in law ordered the scallop entree with basil penne pasta, cherry tomatoes and red onion. They even held the mushrooms for her. I ordered the Pan serared halibut with the parmesan risotto in tomato flume and green beans. I can't even describe how the entrees were. They were incredible. The flavors saturated the entire dish. Our dessert was a warm apple tart with vanilla bean ice cream, salted caramel drizzle and whipped cream. Perfection. We had never eaten at Phoebe's in all our years here and I am so glad we did. I can't say enough about Jess' hospitality also. She deserves big props for going OUTSIDE in the rain and summoning us back in and making our dining experience so wonderful. We will definitely be recommending Pheobe's to others and will be back for a return visit soon!

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  13. Stef

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the infusion of fall flavors - get the Brie and the risotto!!

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  14. SuzanneM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were great! Parking is difficult though.

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  15. Mrsg817

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This is a cute little place with excellent staff and great atmosphere. Everyone is super helpful and friendly and we could have sat there all day! It is in a super convenient location. The food for me has always just been so-so - it is one step up from a cafe, grab and go type of food, and for the price, I do expect either more unique flavor or more variety of sides? I think they try and do a lot, but the only thing that has ever been exceptional is the hummus. Order that for sure!

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  16. AlexisS

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, lovely atmosphere, unique selections, well balanced pomegranate mule.

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  17. Debr

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We love Phoebe's, the service is always good, our last server, Jess, was so friendly and attentive. We enjoyed the whole experience.

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  18. AllisonT

    Las Vegas

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service (Jessie was our server), great food and overall a very nice restaurant.

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  19. Sally

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I took a friend there for a birthday lunch. The food was excellent and the menu was varied and extensive. The staff, starting with the hostess, were all very friendly and efficient.

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  20. KristenV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Phoebe's. Always eat here every time we visit Syracuse for 6 years now. We have had breakfast, lunch and dinner here and never had a bad experience, meal or service.

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  21. Maryn

    Tucson

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely dining room with gorgeous plants. The food is very good. Wonderful onion soup. Best I’ve had anywhere. Nice that some smaller portions are available for the entrees. Service was excellent. Will definitely be back!

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  22. AndreaH

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Phoebe’s! My daughter has celiac, and they have So many gluten free options! The food is delicious, and our server, Catherine, was wonderful!!!! We can’t wait to go again! OH! Almost forgot…the Key Lime Pie Martini was Delicious! Thank you, Catherine!!!

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  23. TimCMD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food & ambiance was great. Server, Morgan, was attentive, patient & pleasant. Thanks

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  24. Teresa

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great!! Service was amazing and so was the food. It was not crowded so we were able to spend time just catching up!!

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  25. SandraN

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    The service is good and the place is nice. The food however, isn’t good at all. My son and I ordered the halibut and the trout and none were good. My husband had the short rib which was cold from the fridge and when he sent it back they just put it in the microwave a couple of minutes and brought it back.

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  26. LynnM

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our daughter attends Syracuse U. and every time we visit her, we make reservations for Phoebe’s, it is our favorite restaurant in Syracuse. The food is always delicious, the service is wonderful and the atmosphere is lovely!

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  27. RicardoP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food, service, and ambience was worth the price and experience.

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  28. MichaelaM

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. Delicious food & large portions. Highly recommended!

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  29. Asiram60

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Phoebe's is consistently good. Quiche and salad are a favorite lunch go to. Staff is on their game circulating and inquiring with patrons regarding anything they can get or do for the table. Love the tables by the windows. Keep up the good work Phoebe's team!

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  30. Namenick

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Average fare and limited menu selection. Aaa revive was efficient but felt rushed

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  31. RochesterFoodie

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved the bright, airy dining room. Phoebe’s salad with salmon and the chicken sandwich were both delicious, as were the bread and triple berry tart. Service was attentive and friendly. It’s hard to speak to noise levels, since we dined at 5:30 on a Thurs and hardly anyone was there.

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  32. RobRoy

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very prompt and friendly service, a comfortable and modern atmosphere, and good food

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  33. IvanG

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The service was good as usual, our attendant was friendly and helpful both with the table and the food choices. The food was fine with one exception - the salmon was ordered "medium rare" was served "well done". After a brief negotiation a new meal was served according to the request. Overall, our experience was rather pleasant.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very cute restaurant! Loved the atmosphere. The food and service were excellent. Look forward to coming back

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  35. Foodie

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent salmon on the regular menu. My husband had the shrimp special, which was also (according to him) excellent. The service was also outstanding (the server and I have the same names, first and last--what are the odds?).

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Very woody inedible asparagus. Salmon was okay. I’m not hard to please as a customer but I was hoping for so much more. I would try again for the ambiance.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I was in town for business and exhausted really wanted to just have a great meal and hit the sheets . Traveled 10 minutes to Phoebe’s and it was perfect ! Thank you

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  38. OriginalDining

    Greater Boston

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had a Phoebe salad with salmon and glass of Chardonnay served with bread at the bar. The food, service, and atmosphere was excellent and exactly what I was looking for after a long day of work.

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  39. EleanorA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were very pleased with every thing. We enjoyed the salmon we ordered and the crème brûlée was exceptional.

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  40. paulg

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent through and through. Gives you that on vacation feeling when you’re there. Alicia was friendly, thorough and had a good sense of humor. Food was fantastic!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Phoebe's Restaurant & Coffee Lounge using the Order Online button. Phoebe's Restaurant & Coffee Lounge also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (315) 475-5154.

Phoebe's Restaurant & Coffee Lounge is rated 4.7 stars by 439 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Phoebe's Restaurant & Coffee Lounge

900 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13244

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Irving Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Syracuse
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:30 am–2:30 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking can be found along East Genesee Street, in the parking lot along Irving Ave or parking garage along Irving Ave.
  • Public transit
    Located on the Syracuse University bus line - Connective Corridor and Centro route
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ben Burr
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (315) 475-5154
  • Private party facilities
    We offer two rooms for private events. Our parlor dining room is ideal for 15-35 people and offers a more intimate setting. The atrium dining room will accommodate up to 60 people. You'll find our menu options and party planning info at https://phoebessyracuse.com/private-events . Give us a call at 315.475.5154 | Quality since 1976
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