Strong Hearts;Strong Hearts Cafe
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About Strong Hearts;Strong Hearts Cafe
At Strong Hearts Cafe, we're passionate about serving up more than just a meal – we're dedicated to nourishing body and soul. As an environmentally conscious vegan cafe, we take pride in sourcing locally whenever possible and minimizing our impact on the planet. Our cozy atmosphere is designed to ma...
At Strong Hearts Cafe, we're passionate about serving up more than just a meal – we're dedicated to nourishing body and soul. As an environmentally conscious vegan cafe, we take pride in sourcing locally whenever possible and minimizing our impact on the planet. Our cozy atmosphere is designed to make you feel right at home, with comfortable seating and a warm glow that'll make you want to linger over your favorite milkshake. From our signature breakfast dishes to our expertly crafted sandwiches, every bite is made with love and care.
What Customers Say About Strong Hearts;Strong Hearts Cafe
Strong Hearts is a highly-rated vegan cafe in Syracuse known for its delicious food, generous portions, and friendly staff. Customers rave about the variety of options and the clean, bright atmosphere. A minor point of confusion exists around similar menu item names.
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Tip: If it's your first time, definitely try the garlic parm wings. Also, be aware that there is a 'sweet and sassy molassy' sandwich and a 'sweet and sassy' burger, so clarify when ordering.
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Strong Hearts;Strong Hearts Cafe is located in Syracuse, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
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- People's African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church (A 299m) — historic church in New York, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Grace Episcopal Church (A 341m) — church in Syracuse, New York, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Temple Society of Concord (A 452m) — reform synagogue in Syracuse, New York (state), US Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Smith Restaurant Supply Company (A 679m) — historic building in Syracuse, New York, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- First English Lutheran Church (A 946m) — church building in New York, United States of America Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
Museums
- Onondaga Historical Association (A 941m) — archives and museum in Syracuse, New York, US
Religious Buildings
- Hotel Skyler Syracuse, Tapestry Collection by Hilton (A 471m) — historic hotel in Syracuse, New York, US
- St. Peter's Italian Church (A 929m) — church building in New York, United States of America
Parks & Gardens
- Walnut Park (A 660m) — park in Syracuse, New York
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- Hills Building (A 928m) — high-rise in Syracuse, New York
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Strong Hearts;Strong Hearts Cafe Syracuse Reviews
There are no vegan options at SYR so I stopped at Strong Hearts on the way. Grabbed the Rueben sandwich and didn’t get to eat til after I parked, made it through security, and found my gate. By that time, it was no longer hot but it was still delicious. Additionally everyone at the restaurant was very kind and the sandwich came out lightning fast. Thank you for your service Strong Hearts! 🐱💚🐷🌱🐮💚🐶
I've been to the Buffalo location before and really liked it, this was my first time at Syracuse and it was just as good! I got the potato salad and the taco mac and cheese, and both were delicious. Also tried the loaded fries and immunity smoothie my friends got and they were equally good!
Strong Hearts offers a vibrant and flavorful vegan dining experience, known for its creative dishes and hearty, plant-based ingredients. The menu features a variety of delicious options, from hearty burgers to fresh salads, all made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The standout items include their signature vegan comfort food, such as crispy tofu, savory wraps, and indulgent milkshakes. The casual atmosphere and friendly service make it a perfect spot for a satisfying meal, whether you’re a long-time vegan or just looking to explore plant-based options.
I love everything on their menu. You could blindly pick something and it will be delicious. The food is great and the desserts are delectable! There peanut butter chocolate cheesecake is divine!
Strong Hearts absolutely nailed my son’s birthday cake! We ordered a vegan half-sheet cake with an animal lab / wildlife theme, and it exceeded our expectations. The cake was not only adorable and perfectly on theme (the animal silhouettes, greenery, and details were so thoughtfully done), but it was also delicious — moist, flavorful, and a hit with both kids and adults, vegan and non-vegan alike. It held up beautifully for a party with lots of guests and was easy to serve. Strong Hearts was easy to work with, thoughtful about our request, and delivered exactly what we hoped for. We’re so grateful and would happily order from them again for future celebrations. Highly recommend!
I’ve been coming here for years and I’m not even vegan. Every single time the food is absolutely outstanding. Not one time has anything been bad. Everything is so fresh and perfectly cooked. If you’re coming here for the first time def try the garlic parm wings. Nachos are always perfect. I love the BLT and any of the fried chicken sandwiches. The shakes are amazing I love the Malcolm X. Corn chowder is amazing when they have it. Absolutely love the southwest chicken salad and their desserts are heavenly. Seriously vegan or not this restaurant is absolutely consistent.
As a meat and cheese lover (trying to eat less of both), I’m so glad I tried this place- it’s delicious! I also felt more full after just half my meal, which usually doesn’t happen. Will definitely be back!! I got the sassy chicken sandwich with truffle fries and it was all so good!!!
First time stopping in for a little snacks snack! I love vegan Mac and cheese and I enjoy trying every vegan restaurant’s “cheese” offerings. This place has excellent shell pasta Mac and cheese it was super creamy and had a nice flavor. The atmosphere was bright and it had ample outdoor seating. I also got a coconut “milk” shake which hit the spot! The baker cabinet looked amazing but ai was already so full from the Mac! Definitely a great spot to check out in Syracuse. Also has a very nice and outgoing staff! I felt welcome right away!
Visited from out of town and glad we did. Parking can be a challenge. We ordered the reuben, parm wings, barbecue wings, cupcakes, oreo cheesecake, pb shake, onion rings, and chicken bacon ranch sandwich. Everything was amazing. Most places use sugar cane for the bone in the wings, I notice they use wood sticks. I def plan on returning when I return to Buffalo.
very friendly staff and amazing food! even my dad who isn’t vegan really enjoyed this place. also love the queer friendly atmosphere and free tampons, pads, and water. They also took my nut allergies seriously! highly recommend this place and can’t say enough good things about them :-) (i also love the art done by local artists!)❤️
Visited here for the first time yesterday. I was apprehensive about a vegetarian only place based on past experiences, but I was pleasantly surprised. We found almost everything excellent and above our expectations, including the great service. We tried the burger quesadilla, eggplant parm, patty melt fries, and a tofu sandwich. Everything tasted amazing, though the the tofu sandwich (believe it was the Sassy Molassy) wasn't as good in comparison to the other three. We also tried the soup of the day, which unfortunately we didn't end up looking.
My Partner and I ordered online and upon arriving I was very impressed by the atmosphere in here. Lots of great places to sit and eat inside and outside. The aroma of food was amazing, it made my mouth water. The service was incredible, greeting every customer with a smile and took customer concerns very seriously. You can tell that the staff want the customers to have an authentic experience. I got the fried chicken sandwich and my partner got buffalo wings. Absolutely everything on the sandwich was fresh from the lettuce and tomato to the sauce. The wings here are like no other, they are practically boneless with a crispy exterior that makes them absolutely perfect. Strong hearts is also very inclusive of those with dietary restrictions, including a menu of gluten free and vegan options. Overall the entire experience here was amazing and I will definitely be a frequent customer
I’m not vegan BUT this place is! And it was delicious! The atmosphere is bright, clean and roomy with a kind of cool vibe. They have outside seating too. The server was warm and took time to explain things to me. The loaded fries were very good (lots of toppings and the fries were done perfectly). My Mac and cheese with chicken nuggets was excellent. I’m all ready plotting my next trip to have it again. I want to tell you….this is great food that happens to be vegan
We went here to try out this vegan eatery and it was a GEM! The atmosphere and the food we ordered : sweet and sassy molasses and the Reuben were fabulous. Both of our choices were bursting with flavors. I loved the combination flavors of maple, chipotle and avocado on my sandwich - had a little spice which was perfect. I highly recommend this place whether you are vegan or not- you won’t be disappointed
I found this place via the Happy Cow app on our way up from Raleigh, NC. We got stuck in traffic around DC (big surprise there, I know!), so we weren't able to actually eat in the restaurant due to getting into town only 10 minutes before they closed for the night. When we saw we weren't going to make it, I placed an order on their website while riding shotgun. It was easy to order what we needed with any modifications, including the fact that we corn have Celiac which was plainly an option for every item we ordered. The order was ready when we pulled up and the staff was exceptionally friendly. We brought the food to our hotel and ate in the lobby. It was freaking delicious!! A bit on the spicier side for a couple of the dishes, but overall we absolutely loved the flavor profiles and the dishes we ordered. We shared the french fries and a chocolate peanut butter banana shake. My son got a half order of the loaded nachos and I got the Sweet and Sassy sandwich on a gluten free roll. Can't say enough about the food at this place! It's difficult to find vegan gluten free options when we travel, so this was a wonderful surprise. I'm hoping the rest of our trip up north will be just as tasty!
Tried Strong Hearts for the first time today for lunch and it was freaking delicious, best vegan food I’ve ever had!! And they had so many options and everything looked so good! My husband and I will definitely be coming back! The restaurant was clean and really nice, the employee I spoke to was really kind, overall a really great experience! 10/10. (also it was $48 for 2 meals and a milkshake and honestly I’ve never been so okay with spending that much money on food, it was just so worth it)
Having run some successful Vegan restaurants, I have a deep appreciation for restaurants that do it well, and Strong Hearts does not disappoint! I have been there several times and love how the menu changes with the seasons (as you can see from my photos). They food is fresh, satisfying and above all else - delicious! The staff is super cool and there is always a good vibe in the place. I strongly (pardon the pun!) recommend it if you are in Syracuse.
Vast menu, and it's great! The customer service is good, and the restaurant is aesthetically cool. I just wish they were open later.
Vast menu, and it's great! The customer service is good, and the restaurant is aesthetically cool. I just wish they were open later.
Great vegan food! Excellent coffee. Clean, bright restaurant. Lots of charging.\n\nPlease rename the sweet and sassy molassy ( sandwich) vs the sweet and sassy (burger). Too confusing and order got…
Great vegan food! Excellent coffee. Clean, bright restaurant. Lots of charging.\n\nPlease rename the sweet and sassy molassy ( sandwich) vs the sweet and sassy (burger). Too confusing and order…
Great vegan food! Excellent coffee. Clean, bright restaurant. Lots of charging.\n\nPlease rename the sweet and sassy molassy ( sandwich) vs the sweet and sassy (burger). Too confusing and order got…
Great vegan food! Excellent coffee. clean, bright restaurant. Lots of charging.\n\nPlease rename the sweet and sassy molassy ( sandwich) vs the sweet and sassy (burger). Too confusing and order got…
Great vegan food! Excellent coffee. Clean, bright restaurant. Lots of charging.\n\nPlease rename the sweet and sassy molassy ( sandwich) vs the sweet and sassy (burger). Too confusing and order got…
Super quick service #neededthat. \nTempeh bacon: 4/10 (but it was my first time trying tempeh bacon so I'm sure it's pretty good) \nLoved my burger and the jalapeño ranch is delicious!
Super quick service #neededthat. \nTempeh bacon: 4/10 (but it was my first time trying tempeh bacon so I'm sure it's pretty good) \nLoved my burger and the jalapeño ranch is delicious!
Super quick service #neededthat. \nTempeh bacon: 4/10 (but it was my first time trying tempeh bacon so I'm sure it's pretty good) \nLoved my burger and the jalapeño ranch is delicious!
The staff were super nice, the dining area was clean and spacious, and the food was incredible. We ordered an oatmeal cream pie, a lemon cupcake and a butterfinger milkshake. All three things were …
The staff were super nice, the dining area was clean and spacious, and the food was incredible. We ordered an oatmeal cream pie, a lemon cupcake and a butterfinger milkshake. All three things were …
Solid price on the smoothies! I I love the protein one. Nice interior and friendly staff
So many Amazing options, huge portions & tasty food! Was a great value for the money!Such a gem in Syracuse!
Great food and service and desserts and drinks and workers and location and it's top tear
Sooooo good. You don't even have to be vegan to love this place. Chicken Bacon Ranch sandwich is to die for.
I'm not vegan or vegetarian, but I've enjoyed everything I've ordered from Strong Hearts. prices can be high, but if you only go occasionally or are used to ordering more specialty vegan foods its …
It is a great place for vegans. The food is delicious and has a wide variety of options from desserts, salad and burgers. The taste was really good. The cup cakes could be a bit better. The…
It is a great place for vegans. The food is delicious and has a wide variety of options from desserts, salad and burgers. The taste was really good. The cup cakes could be a bit better. They take o…
Fresh, clean and tasty food! Service was good as well. I only do take out here so I can't say anything about the atmosphere.
I wish they still had their previous menu with the sweet potato fries and tater tots! You can't go wrong with their sassy molassy sandwich or their Thai salad though. I like the open space, so that…
I want to be fair by starting this review by saying that I came here with the intention of getting the Mac and cheese- my all time favourite base food. The Mac and cheese was watery, bland and lacking creaminess. The sauce was a bit gritty in texture, and again very wet. It did not have the depth that I was hoping for in a Mac and cheese. Rate the Mac and cheese a 3.5/10- I really don’t understand all of the amazing reviews on this dish! I also got two cupcakes- red velvet and cookie butter. The cookie butter cupcake was exactly like the Biscoff cookie with a light and sugary icing. Delicious! The red velvet was moist but the icing was quite firm and tasted a bit like cool whip.. I wasn’t the biggest fan. I think with a different icing, it would have been better. I would return for the desserts but would not recommend or eat the Mac and cheese. The girls at the counter were super friendly and personable. I enjoyed their service and it was very quick. Atmosphere was great but a little cafeteria styled for me. Could benefit from some elegance but wouldn’t stop me from going back, it’s a relaxed vibe.
i went here on a second date once and all i remember is that tofu can actually be tasty and there was a little girl who told us to pick a cupcake and then got upset when we chose a different one. i d…
Processed food, long waits and vegetables are NOT organic. Sanctimonious staff in masks too busy making cups of coffee and policing the patrons about where to throw the garbage while prioritizing U…
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