Welcome to the neighborhood

Eastwood

Dubbed “The Neighborhood Within the City,” Eastwood is a charming residential district with plenty of cafés, places to eat, parks to play and streets to stroll. Walkable and charming, spend a day exploring this revitalized district and you’ll find everything from books to brews to coffee beans and boutiques.

Kick off the day with a latté, pastry or breakfast sandwich at Café Kubal or The Cracked Bean Roastery & Café for all kinds of pastries, buns, sweet breads, cakes, scones, quiche & coffee, located next door to the historic Palace Theatre

Hiero’s is where it’s at when it comes to premium bites and brews. Pop in for their artisinal Cuban sandwich or Italian Panini and pair it with a pint of your new favorite craft beer. Kofta Burger is a new American eatery featuring a Middle-Eastern-inspired menu. Bite into their hot Falafel Smashburger on a Challah bun and taste the Fatteh Nachos. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a trip to luv handlz frozen yogurt shop, or Fifi’s Ice Cream & Sweets , both conveniently located along walkable James Street.

In the mood to scour unique boutiques and specialty shops? Swing by The Curd Nerd for delicious cheeses, charcuterie, cocktail elixirs and delicacies. Marketplace on James is an eclectic and diverse gift shop with a mix of vintage pieces, artisan and community gifts all in one place. And if you’ve got a green thumb or appreciate all things plants, Found Things Plant Shop is a must-stop for you — all the sprawling greenery, rare tropical flora and hard-tofind species you’ve been looking for.

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Hanover Square

Twinkling lights, cobblestone walkways and roads, romantic dining and a bubbling fountain — charming, right? That’s Hanover Square. Recognized as the first commercial district in Syracuse and listed on the National Register of Historic Districts with its 17 landmark buildings, Hanover Square is an attractive and historically significant neighborhood with everything from cafés to pubs and loft living, restaurants, shops, salons and more. Check out the famous Erie Canal Museum for a glimpse into Syracuse’s rich waterway history and how it shaped our city.

Grab a morning or early afternoon bite at Water Street Bagel Co. , everyone’s favorite local wood-fired bagel shop downtown (we highly recommend The Maple or The Western ). Looking for one of the top-rated dinners in Syracuse? Eden is an entirely wood-fired, upscalecasual dining experience in Hanover. With a mission to highlight the best farmers, brewers, distillers and foragers in New York State, Eden’s rotating menu is ideal for those interested in new and unique food and drink pairings. Summer sweet corn ice cream anyone? (Thank us later). Recently remodeled, The Fish Friar is the best when it comes to fresh seafood straight from Maine with top notch po’ boys & craft brews to boot.

Looking for a pint? Hit up The Evergreen for a wide array of craft beverages and eats, Maxwell’s for a younger vibe with outdoor seating, or Wolff’s Biergarten for all the soccer games and cold beers. If you’re more interested in taking the night caps back to your accommodations, swing by the new niche wine store The Communion — a wine and spirits institution and event space featuring hard-to-find wine selections and tastings.