Daybird - Syracuse

Nice little place. Friendly and upbeat staff (I got the feeling they were the owners, but I did not ask). Good breakfast sandwich and coffee. Pleasant atmospher... read more Nice little place. Friendly and upbeat staff (I got the feeling they were the owners, but I did not ask). Good breakfast sandwich and coffee. Pleasant atmosphere.

Stopped in for lunch today. Perfect location in armory square with pretty easy street parking for anyone working around there. I always appreciate a lunch spot... read more Stopped in for lunch today. Perfect location in armory square with pretty easy street parking for anyone working around there. I always appreciate a lunch spot that is quick and efficient as breaks are never long. I tried the guajillo chili braised short rib sandwich. It was sooo good. Full of flavor and very tender meat. Got it with a side of blueberry baked beans. I was a bit nervous about trying those as it's an odd combo, but they were great too.

I have discovered a new favorite spot for quick and convenient meals! Perfect for those working in downtown area. Although it is a small establishment that may... read more I have discovered a new favorite spot for quick and convenient meals! Perfect for those working in downtown area. Although it is a small establishment that may be a bit challenging to locate, the doorman is always helpful. I appreciate that they offer Mexican-inspired dishes and cater to those with vegetarian/vegan diets. My go-to dishes here are the cardamom granola (highly recommended) and the chorizo breakfast sandwich. During my last visit, I tried their dining week menu for $10 and was impressed with the quality and value. I savored the cumin garlic sandwich, tomato and corn soup, and chipotle lime pasta salad. The sandwich was generously sized and the chicken was cooked perfectly with a flavorful char. The pasta salad had a delicious spicy chipotle taste that didn't require any additional hot sauce. I was so satisfied that I saved the soup for dinner, which was creamy and had a pleasant hint of chilies and crunchy croutons. The owners are welcoming and the service is quick. I highly recommend this spot for a tasty and convenient meal option.

Good breakfast sandwiches, haven't made it for lunch. Fresh baked coffee cakes and delicious cookies. read more Good breakfast sandwiches, haven't made it for lunch. Fresh baked coffee cakes and delicious cookies.

The sandwiches at this restaurant were good and reasonably priced, but the coffee was just okay. I decided to eat here because I needed something gluten-free af... read more The sandwiches at this restaurant were good and reasonably priced, but the coffee was just okay. I decided to eat here because I needed something gluten-free after a short visit to Syracuse during a road trip. Unfortunately, I was disappointed to see that the food preparers were not wearing masks. My disappointment grew when the person handling my order put on gloves immediately after wiping his nose with a napkin. It is basic food safety protocol to wash your hands after touching your face, especially after blowing your nose. Gloves do not stay clean if you touch them with dirty hands. Hopefully, we have all learned from the past two years that handwashing is a simple yet effective way to prevent the spread of illnesses, especially in food service settings.