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Mother's Cupboard Breakfast Restaurant ·$

Mothers Cupboard is a small diner tucked away in the 3709 James Street, Syracuse. It serves omelets, pancakes, soups and salads,and delectable frittata. This place is ideal for breakfast and brunches, seamlessly falling into the budget. The name of the restaurant is truly appropriate; the huge portions of delicious food served here is sure to remind each guest of their mother's food.

Phone: (315) 432-0942

Cross Streets: Between Clover Ridge Dr/E James St and Thompson Rd

Closed now

  • Wed 6:00 AM - 1:30 PM

3709 James St Syracuse, NY 13206 ·392.59 mi

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Amenities

  • Family friendly
  • Accessible

Reviews

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4.5 460 reviews
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108 3 star
21 2 star
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Thomas B. 03/31/26

This place is the epitome of a hole in the wild diner. But with this, you get some phenomenal service and food. Their menu says world, famous, and I believe it. I came in, sat at the bar....

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Mtrevinoful .. 07/02/26

Small limited seating delicious breakfast. Early morning must! Eggs. Bacon,sausage,potatoes,coffee!

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Vinnie R. 12/28/25

Mother's Cupboard is another staple I always have to visit when I come back to Syracuse. It reminds me so much of a homemade breakfast. They cook the food right in front of you on the griddle...

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Felicia M. 08/12/25

If you are looking for an old fashioned, down and dirty diner style breakfast, this is your place. The portions are huge and you can even get your photo on the wall if you finish the full-size...

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Dan J. 03/24/26

Outstanding service and a legendary Syracuse vibe with the history of a must go to restaurant! Topping that is amazing food! I had the frittata and it was delicious! Retirement afford me the...

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