Dakota
Today I braved the cold, rain, and snow to visit the brand new and highly anticipated Wake Up Vietnamese Coffee & Banh Mi. I had to try the Hue Salt Foam coffee and the Traditional Classic Banh Mi sandwich. The cool salty and sweet cream compliments and cuts the bitterness of the coffee perfectly. A magnificent balance of flavors that is tantalizingly unique with a velvety smooth finish.
The traditional banh mi was absolutely delicious. Bread with that signature crusty exterior yet maintaining a soft interior, pork pate, cold cuts, pickled carrot, cucumber, and fresh sprigs of cilantro. The sandwich was incredibly balanced. Something quick, fresh, and tasty! As a Hanover Square local, I have been patiently awaiting your opening and am so glad to see your space filled with so many happy people. I cannot wait to stop by again. Welcome to the neighborhood!!
… moreDara Sy
This Banh Mi sandwich shop is the closest quality you get in California, right in downtown Syracuse! Everything is fresh, the bread flakey and perfect. The bread is made in house as I am told by the owner.
The sandwich proportions was perfect, everything from the filling to the bread.
Definitely worth the time to get there and the money.
Also, great selection of Vietnamese coffee, and drinks.
… moreYifan Li
Good coffee and sandwich. Just hope they can make sandwich faster. I wait about 30 minutes for two sandwiches. But the food and service is good. Both drink and food have vegan option!
… moreBenjamin Lampert
The food was too good we forgot to take pictures (next time)!
Great little shop on water street serving coffee and banh mi. My wife got the traditional combo and I got the grilled chicken. Both came out fantastic. I got the Saigon coffee which was exactly the right balance of sweet and creamy while still having great coffee flavor. The hue salt was FANTASTIC. same great balance as the Saigon coffee and the salt foam was an excellent topping.
Definitely looking forward to going again soon!
… moreKim La
The absolute BEST cafe in town! Staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. The shop is absolutely beautiful. Every drink is crafted with love. Bread are freshly made every day. If you ever stop by, make sure you get one of everything!! Shout out to my adorable barista Amie <3
… moreEverett Farnham
The shop is absolutely beautiful and the food and drinks are delicious. The baristas are very kind and even made me a Dubai chocolate mango 67 labubu tea. I strongly suggest coming here for literally everything and give it 5 stars.
… moreJohn Kowal
I was in the Syracuse area when I spotted this new bahn mi spot. I was greeted with a very kind and knowledgeable staff. After looking through the menu and asking questions, I ended up going with the traditional sandwich and classic coffee and everything was very good, fresh and filling. I definitely recommend anyone traveling by or in the local area that has not tried this place to give it a shot. You won’t be disappointed.
… moreChess Nakker
Beautiful shop, delicious food, absolutely charming staff. I would hazard to say I have a new favorite banh mi place. Any drink you get will also be worth the price, especially with any of their foam toppings. The sausage and lemongrass chicken are especially impressive.
Glad you guys had a sold-out opening and hope the business continues flowing! For how packed it was that first day, you guys popped out those drinks at light-speed. Will be returning for the other sandwich options asap!!!
… morekevin strother
Went for their grand opening and the coffee was SO good. Would definitely get the saigon classic and the hanoi egg again.
… moreNin CK
I just got back from Vietnam and have been craving egg coffee ever since I honestly can’t believe I can get it here in Syracuse now.
Definitely coming back for more ☕️✨
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