Highest-rated restaurants for special occasions in Syracuse, according to Tripadvisor

Maybe you've gone to the same restaurant for every special occasion over the last decade. Perhaps your favorite spot shut its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or maybe you're just on the lookout for a new dining experience to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Whether you're trying to find your way out of a restaurant rut, just moved to your city, or simply want to try somewhere new for your next celebration, finding a new favorite spot can be challenging.

There are lots of components that go into picking the right restaurant for a special occasion. What the ambiance is like, which type of cuisine is served, what dietary restrictions can be accommodated, the price point, and even whether reservations are accepted are important considerations. Whether you're looking for cozy-casual or fine dining, Syracuse has a variety of eateries to choose from for your next celebration.

To aid in your search, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Syracuse using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Bon appetit!

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#30. Basil Leaf Restaurant

- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (206 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3920 Brewerton Rd, North Syracuse, NY 13212-3705
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#29. Grotto

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (76 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 101 S Main St, North Syracuse, NY 13212-3168
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#28. Arad Evans Inn

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (184 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, French
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 7206 E Genesee St, Fayetteville, NY 13066-1263
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#27. School & Vine

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (79 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4621 Barker Hill Rd, Jamesville, NY 13078-9540
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#26. Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (146 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 302 Old Liverpool Rd, Liverpool, Salina, NY 13088-6219
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#25. Spaghetti Warehouse

- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (244 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 689 N Clinton St Ste 4, Syracuse, NY 13204-1449
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#24. Yamasho Sushi Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (32 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4713 Onondaga Blvd in Western Lights Plaza, Syracuse, NY 13219-3371
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#23. Strada Mia 313

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (99 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 313 N Geddes St, Syracuse, NY 13204-2201
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#22. The Cheesecake Factory

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (104 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 9090 Destiny USA Dr, Syracuse, NY 13204-6090
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#21. Copper Top Tavern Camillus

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (179 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3380 Milton Ave, Syracuse, NY 13219-1240
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#20. 1060 At The Genesee Inn

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (121 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1060 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13210-1809
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#19. Inn of the Seasons

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (66 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4311 W Seneca Tpke, Syracuse, NY 13215-9502
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#18. The Cheesecake Factory

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (328 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 306 Hiawatha Blvd W Spc J-112, Syracuse, NY 13204-6001
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#17. The Cider Mill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (156 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4221 Fay Rd, Syracuse, NY 13219-3013
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#16. Pronto Joey's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (180 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 6594 Thompson Rd Upstairs, Syracuse, NY 13206-1307
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#15. Apizza Regionale

- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (251 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 260 W Genesee St Corner of West Genesee & Franklin Street, Syracuse, NY 13202-1020
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#14. Attilio's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (136 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 770 James St, Syracuse, NY 13203-2117
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#13. Santangelo's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (439 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 673 Old Liverpool Rd, Liverpool, Salina, NY 13088-6032
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#12. Texas de Brazil - Syracuse

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (262 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, Brazilian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 306 Hiawatha Blvd W Spc L-117, Syracuse, NY 13204
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#11. 317 @ Montgomery

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (138 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 317 Montgomery St, Syracuse, NY 13202-2058
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#10. Phoebe's Restaurant & Coffee Lounge

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (189 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 900 E Genesee Street, Syracuse, NY 13244
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#9. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,740 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 246 W Willow St, Syracuse, NY 13202
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#8. Lemon Grass Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (371 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Asian, Thai
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 238 W Jefferson St, Syracuse, NY 13202-2335
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#7. Pastabilities

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,253 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Fusion
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 311 S Franklin St, Syracuse, NY 13202-1239
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#6. Daniella's Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (329 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 670 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209-1308
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#5. Delmonico's Italian Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (427 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2950 Erie Blvd E, Syracuse, NY 13224-1431
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#4. Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub & Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (699 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 301 W Fayette St, Syracuse, NY 13202-1201
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#3. Eva's European Sweets

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (222 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Polish, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1305 Milton Ave, Syracuse, NY 13204-1026
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#2. Francesca's Cucina

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (617 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 545 N Salina St, Syracuse, NY 13208-2530
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#1. Joey's Classic Italian Dining

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (602 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 6594 Thompson Rd, Syracuse, NY 13206-1307
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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