Vegan
American
Organic
Delivery
Take-out
Bakery
Est. May 2008. Serves sandwiches, salads, desserts, shakes and drinks. Children's menu available. Order at counter and food is brought to your table. Check FB or Instagram for pop-ups and specials. Relocated from 900 E Fayette St Suite 1. Open Mon-Fri 11:00am-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-9:00pm.
185 Reviews
First Review by delbot
alliflute
Points +112
Unbelievably delicious food! - Edit
I was recommended this place by a friend of mine who’s a Syracuse native. As a vegan, I was absolutely blown away by their delicious food! Their mozzarella sticks are TO DIE FOR and are one of the best vegan alternatives to cheese I’ve ever had. Their mac and cheese was phenomenal too, and such a wonderfully kind staff.
Read morePros: Absolutely delicious food!, Beautiful store. , Kind staff!
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KadiHarmon
Points +9845
Strong Hearts has my heart. - Edit
I’ve been coming to Strong Hearts since before I was fully vegan. I lived in Rochester and would have to work in Syracuse at times, and I think it was around 2013 when I found them. I went from stopping by on road trips through the ‘cuse to making special trips out there because I love it that much! My next visit to the area isn’t until the spring and I’m already plotting on how I’m going to get my fix!
Read moreI was hooked on the Thai iced tea for a while bc that’s hard to come by as a vegan. I also particularly love their take on classics like the Reuben and the egg trick muffin. The salads are always fresh and delicious, and the extensive milkshake menu definitely deserves a mention! My latest obsession is the Italian sandwich special. They first ran it over the summer a few years ago, and I understand it’s available in the deli case on Tuesdays, at least it was on my last visit earlier this year. I will have to confirm this before my next trip bc I seriously love that sandwich!
The new location is beautiful, and I love that they’ve infiltrated the fair over the last few years. The fair played a huge role in my transition to veganism and it is so important that there exists such a fantastic example of what it is to be vegan in such a tragic place. Well done, Strong Hearts. You are pioneers!
Updated from previous review on 2021-12-23
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EmmaCohen
Points +839
Very reasonable and delicious! - Edit
Great stop on our road trip through Syracuse. We had the kale chicken caesar and the chicken parm with the berry smoothie and all was delicious! Also the food is extremely reasonably priced. They had a bunch of flavors of cupcakes as well. Will definitely be back next time we are in the area.
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XxJensGravexX
Points +31
Love this place! - Edit
Food is very good each time, staff is wonderful, very allergy accommodating!
Read morePros: Gluten-free (celiac) options, Seasonal menu, Food always tastes amazing
Cons: Not a lot of gluten-free deserts, Does not deliver to Onondaga area
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DanimalPanda
Points +539
Consistently good quality - Edit
Love its proximity to upstate campus! We love stopping by for a quick grub between or after classes. The quality has been consistently good for the past few months we’ve been visiting. Gluten free Mac n cheese with jalapeño is our go-to! Wish they had bean burgers though.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-10-23
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sspace_invader
Points +114
solid vegan choice - Edit
I think strong hearts is the staple of vegan food in syracuse, I always enjoy the food I get but I think it’s just expensive just because it’s vegan. it’s always great food don’t get me wrong. but I just always want more
Read morePros: tasty food!
Cons: expensive
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SamAnthony
Points +1759
Great vegan diner! - Edit
A vegan diner, what's not to love!! Got the eggplant Parm with a side of dill potato salad, both delicious and super filling! Will definitely be back to try one of their famous milkshakes and maybe a baked good. The interior was bright and airy, and my food came out pretty fast. Lovely staff as well!
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LePetiteVegan
Points +845
Everything tasted amazing! - Edit
Passing through town on a road trip and made a note to stop here, I’m so thankful I did. Every single thing I ordered tasted amazing!! Ordered the Reuben, Thai Tofu salad, black/white cookie and a Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffin and holy smokes was it all tasty. The Reuben was made of their seasoned and sliced seitan, house sauce and kraut with a side of fries. The salad was marinated tofu with edamame and sliced cabbage on top of a bed of greens with seasoned cashews. The muffin and cookie were so delicious, very moist and flavorful. The shop was clean and bright. There was a bit of a crowd but the lines move fast. The staff was so friendly, the food was insanely good, and I wish it were closer so I could frequent it much more often!! I will absolutely visit again.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-09-13
Pros: Everything is vegan, Everything is delicious, Go eat it all
Cons: ??? Doesn’t exist
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shanek
Points +47
Vegan Comfort Food - Edit
Everytime I'm in Syracuse I have to stop at Strong Hearts. Everything is excellent, and with a vegan milkshake selection including over 100 flavors who can go wrong? But the best thing are the cupcakes. I wasn't even a big cupcake fan as a non-vegan. But these things, well lets just say its a good thing I live pretty far away from Syracuse, otherwise I'd seriously compromise my diet and health gorging myself on this mana from heaven!
Read morePros: Breakfast lunch and dinner options are all great, Extremely diverse options, Drinks are excellent as well as the food
Cons: Limited seating
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kmcmanus
Points +64
Amazing vegan food - Edit
I always love whatever I get from here. And I know several non-vegans who love it too.
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KrisQua
Points +58
The best - Edit
The gold standard of vegan cafes. Wide variety of choices, very well thought out. Great staff. Great cafe design. I can’t praise this place enough.
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StephanieLanger
Points +1092
Worth a visit - Edit
Longtime fan of this place! I love the new location, it's bright and welcoming. The new specials they create are always amazing. I often place my order ahead and its usually ready quickly.
Read morePros: Excellent food., Big space with plenty of seating.
Cons: Awkward parking lot.
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GiantSlothMan
Points +90
Wonderful staff and excellent wings. - Edit
I wanted to try a few other items but they were changing over the kitchen from brunch and had a limited menu at the time of my visit.
Read moreWhat I had though was excellent and I'd definitely encourage anyone going here to try their wings and shakes!
Pros: Entirely vegan menu, Excellent location, Friendly staff
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JenniferCerio
Points +88
Best Vegan Restaurant in Syracuse - Edit
My favorites are the sweet sassy tofu, wings, and weekend brunch specials
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KitMcGrath
Points +270
Worth it for the shakes alone! - Edit
The specials are always excellent, and there are tons of delicious desserts available. It’s worth a trip to Syracuse for the variety of vegan milkshakes alone!
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cryptofoodie
Points +146
Great place. Worth a visit. - Edit
I got the cajun seitan panini. One of the best sandwiches I've had, honestly. Great milkshakes too.
Read morePros: vegan, great food, flavor
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DestinVegan315
Points +94
Great vegan spot - Edit
Great vegan spot, tasty food. Especially luv their cupcakes and their new locations.
Read morePros: great vegan food, variety of choices , amazing sweets
creativegan
I agree! I’ve only been to Syracuse once, and that’s where I had lunch. It’s great that it’s so busy!
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MirandaJones
Points +46
Did not disappoint! - Edit
Finally had a chance to eat at this highly recommended place and it lived up to our expectations. Best chicken wings ever! We will definitely return next time we’re in Syracuse.
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faith125brown
Points +373
Great vegan food and atmosphere - Edit
We pre-ordered our food to pick up. There is parking across the street. We put the address into google maps and it took us to the apartment complex next door.
Read moreI haven’t been to this new location but I loved it! Much easier access and more spacious than the last location. Such friendly and nice staff, all vegan options! Definitely recommend stoping here!
We ordered 2 milkshakes a burger with fries and mozzarella sticks for around $38.
Pros: All vegan options
Cons: $$
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jalisamarie15
Points +462
ALWAYS stop here on road trips - Edit
I’m from Michigan, but live just north of Boston and my boyfriend and I always make a point to stop here on our road trips back from MI. We love the freedom of being able to order anything on the menu and the wings are unlike any vegan wing I’ve ever tried.. it’s complete sorcery!! Literally everything we’ve tried has been delicious (which is a lot because we usually order $100 of food for the two of us 😂)
Read morePros: All vegan, Best wings ever!!! Great sauce options, Reasonably priced and good location
Cons: None! Except it’s not in Salem, MA 😉
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caroline.dato
Points +43
Your new vegan hangover cure. - Edit
This place is amazing. I was in town for a wedding, and may have indulged a little to much. The next morning I went to Strong Hearts Cafe and WOW was it amazing and very much needed. The vegan mozzarella sticks are out of this world, and the milkshakes are to die for. Wish I lived in the area because I seriously would eat here every day. A true gem.
Read morePros: great food, gluten free options, mozzarella sticks . . . do I need to say anymore?
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codycerv
Points +33
Awesome food with menu items you don't always find! - Edit
Everything was absolutely fantastic. I wish there was a Strong Hearts in Maryland. My partner and I were in town for a wedding and did not expect much in northern NY as far as vegan options but what a pleasant surprise it was to order from Strong Hearts. The breakfast burrito, egg trick muffin, mozz sticks (YES, YOU READ CORRECTLY), and milkshake were great and fairly-priced. If I am ever back in Syracuse, I WILL be back.
Read morePros: Vegan options for traditionally non-vegan dishes, Fairly-priced, Eco-friendly packaging
Cons: There isn't a location in Maryland
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fruitiJulie
Points +3473
Recommend Everything! - Edit
Everything I have tried here has been great. I recommended trying the piña colada smoothie and the large plate of nachos. They are great for sharing. They recently moved to a new location closer to the university and its larger, more seating inside and outside and very clean.
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warde4
Points +94
Great new location - Edit
I love their new location on Irving Ave. The place is much bigger, with outdoor seating, and a greatly expanded menu. I am a huge fan of their wings, and am so excited that the wings are now a permanent menu staple!
Read morePros: Great variety, Within walking distance of SU
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MakDawg
Points +42
Syracuse Vegan Staple - Edit
Delicious food as always, recently went to their new location and was pleasantly surprised at the open new space! Vegan milkshake was great. I got the chicken parm and was very happy - portions are very fair for the price of their entrees.
Read morePros: Completely vegan, Large, open location , Good portions
Cons: Limited free parking
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simple_crisis
Points +68
Favorite Place Ever! - Edit
You will never be disappointed coming to this place! Everything is vegan! New specials the first of every month along with a ton of different milkshakes and you will leave happy!!
Read morePros: Vegan , Friendly Staff
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SoniaLucenteRoul
Points +166
Delicious Vegan Fare - Edit
Quaint bistro style restaurant with a ton of Milkshake options all day breakfast choices, lunch options and tons of massive sized desserts. It was extremely crowded when we entered which tells me it’s a hot spot and the food was delicious.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options for both breakfast & lunch, Huge portions for food and desserts, Great service
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