March 20-26, 2020
You'll notice this Thursday’s newsletter looks different from what we normally send out each week at this time. Together we’re working to  #FlattenTheCurve  to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus in our community. We’re experiencing daily changes as a response to COVID-19 and our goal during this time is to keep you as up-to-date as possible when it comes to how you can support Downtown businesses and engage virtually, while practicing social distancing. This information will be updated regularly on our website, and we’ll continue to blast out updates over our social media platforms (click the icons below to follow us!) to keep you in the know.

This section features a compilation of takeout options, curbside pickup opportunities, online ordering, specials and virtual opportunities to support and engage with Downtown businesses.
FOOD & DRINK
Al's Wine & Whiskey
Takeout orders available through GrubHub
Ale n Angus Pub
Takeout available, plus delivery to local businesses ($40 min. purchase)
Call: 315-426-9672
Hours: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday - Friday
Apizza Regionale
Takeout and curbside pickup
Call: 315-802-2607
Hours: 11:30 am - 8:00 pm Tuesday - Friday; 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday
Anything But Beer
Takeout and delivery available for lunch, dinner and beverages
Call: 315-928-6951
Hours: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm, Tuesday - Sunday
Byblos Mediterranean Cafe
Takeout available for lunch and dinner, or delivery through GrubHub
Call: 315-478-3333
The Brine Well Eatery
20% off delivery orders through GrubHub
Free delivery within a 5-mile radius
Purchase gift cards over the phone and receive them in the mail!
Call: 315-299-4162
Hours: 11:00 am-7:00 pm,
Tuesday - Saturday
Cafe Kubal
Free local delivery of coffee beans
Salina Street & Creekwalk locations are open for pick up Monday - Friday
Hours:
Salina Street: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Creekwalk Commons: 7:30 am -3:00 pm
Cathy's Cookie Kitchen
Cookie delivery available during regular hours
Call: 315-263-9363
Clinton Street Pub
Takeout and delivery services available through GrubHub during regular hours
Call: 315-424-1187
Cugini Pizza
Open daily for takeout or delivery through GrubHub
Hours: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
Takeout available, plus delivery through GrubHub and DoorDash
Call: 315-476-4937
Hours: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm daily
Darwin on Clinton
Takeout available during regular hours Monday - Friday
Call: 315-472-1901
Defi Cuisine Corp.
Takeout meals available every Friday!
Visit Facebook to view weekly specials.
All orders must be placed before 9:00 am on Thursday.
Email info@deficuisinecorp.com or call 315-907-0202
Cost: $35/person
Epicuse
Open daily for grocery shopping: Prepared food, meat, produce, wine, beer and pantry items available for purchase in-person and through curbside pickup
Call: 315-960-1920
Hours: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
The Evergreen
Daily pick up and delivery options for food, beer (packaged & growlers), and wine
Call: 315-870-3500 or use online ordering system
Hours: 11:00 - 8:00 pm
Freedom of Espresso - Armory Square
Open regular hours for pick up
Call: 315-461-8151
The Fish Friar
Takeout available daily for food, beer and wine
PS: Dining Weeks $10 lunch special still available to go!
Order online , through GrubHub or by phone
Call: 315-468-FISH (3474)
Hours: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Funk 'n Waffles
Takeout available daily for food and alcohol;
Delivery available through GrubHub, UberEats or Postmates
Call: 315-474-1060 or order online
Hours: 9:00 am - Midnight
Glazed & Confused
Pick up and/or delivery available through GrubHub
Free delivery available 9:00 am - Noon within a 10-mile radius of shop with a $10 min. purchase
Call: 315-214-5544
The Hops Spot
Takeout menu available, including family-style meals, $5 crowlers and canned cocktails
Call: 315-646-BEER (2337)
Hours: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Wednesday - Saturday
Joe's Deli
Takeout available and/or delivery through GrubHub and UberEats
Call: 315-423-5637
Hours: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Kasai Ramen
Takeout and delivery available
Noodle bowl kits, beer, spirits and wine available in addition to regular menu
Call: 315-310-8500
Hours: Noon - 7:00 pm, Monday - Saturday
Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub & Restaurant
Curbside pick up and takeout available
Call: 315-424-1974
Hours: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm,
Monday - Saturday
Lemon Grass
"Curry in a Hurry" takeout menu available
Call: 315-475-1111
Liehs & Steigerwald Downtown
Prepared foods, meat cuts, select pantry items available for pick up and takeout
Call 315-299-4799 or order through GrubHub
Margarita's Mexican Cantina
Takeout and/or delivery available through GrubHub and UberEats during regular hours
Call: 315-299-5790
Maxwells
Takeout and curbside pickup available
Call: 315-299-6633
Hours: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Monday - Saturday
The Mission Restaurant
Food and $10 growler fills available for takeout, curbside pickup or delivery through GrubHub available daily
Free chips and salsa with each order!
Call: 315-475-7344
Hours: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Modern Malt
Takeout and/or delivery available through GrubHub daily
Call: 315-471-MALT (6258)
Hours: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Nick's Tomato Pie
Takeout or curbside pick up available
Call: 315-472-7703
Hours: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Tuesday - Saturday
Original Grain
Takeout or delivery through GrubHub
Call: 315-299-5011
Hours: 7:30 am - 8:00 pm, Monday - Saturday
Panini's
Takeout available, plus delivery through UberEats and Postmates
Call: 315-471-6464
Hours: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Pastabilities
Full lunch menu available for takeout and curbside pick up 11:30 am - 2:30 pm daily
Limited dinner menu available for takeout and curbside pick up 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm daily
Call: 315-474-1153
Pasta's Daily Bread
Open daily for pickup, Stocked with items including soups, sauces, fresh pasta, eggplant lasagna and chicken parmesan to-go
Call: 315-701-0224
Hours: 8:00 - 5:30 pm
Prontofresh
Takeout, curbside pickup and delivery through GrubHub and UberEats available during regular hours
Call: 315-422-1303
Shaughnessy's Irish Pub
Takeout and/or delivery available through GrubHub during regular hours
Call: 315-554-3542
Subway (Warren Street location)
Takeout available, delivery through GrubHub and UberEats, or remote ordering through the Subway app
Call: 315-474-7827
Hours: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm daily
Sweet on Chocolate
Grab & Go, curbside pickup and delivery available during regular hours;
Shipping also available! (Local orders typically arrive within 1-2 business days)
Order through GrubHub or by phone
Call: 315-991-4062
The Sweet Praxis
Takeout, curbside pickup and delivery available daily (free delivery on orders over $30)
Order through GrubHub or by phone
Call: 315-216-7797
Hours: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Talking Cursive Brewing Company
Takeout available for food and beer
Call: 315-907-6060
Hours: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tuesday - Saturday; 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday; 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Sunday
Today's Special Cafe
Takeout available during regular hours
Call: 315-472-5944
Water Street Bagel
Takeout and/or curbside pickup available during normal hours
Order online or by phone
Call: 315-802-6925
The following businesses are taking their services online, inviting you to shop from home!
RETAIL & SERVICES
Ish Guitars
Open online and curbside pickup is available, as Ish Guitars continues to accept items for repair too!
Call 315-447-3243 to schedule a time to drop off and pick up.
Jet Black & Frankie & Faye
Open online! Virtual shopping is made possible through Facetime and Instagram.
To make a private shopping appointment, call 631-786-9363.
Jet Black is also offering delivery service within the Syracuse area. Enjoy free shipping on orders totaling $200 or more.
Text FF to 31279 to receive special discount offers and promotions at Frankie & Faye.
M. Lemp Jewelers
Open by appointment. Email MLempJewelers@gmail.com to set-up an appointment.
Michael Sgro Leadership Coaching
Virtual coaching services and remote access is available for all clients - New and existing!
For more information, visit MichaelSgro.com or call 917-275-3385
Scholars & Champs
Open in-store and online .
Free local delivery and/or ground shipping with the code, FREESHIP
Gift Card Promotion: Purchase a gift card and receive an additional 50%
(Example: A $25 gift card purchase becomes $37.50; $50 becomes $75, etc.)
Call 315-560-7430 with questions
Hours: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Tuesday - Saturday;
11:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday
Showoffs Boutique
Open online through the magic of Facetime and Instagram. Private in-store shopping appointments (limited to one guest at a time) can be made by calling 315-439-8908.
The store is also offering free shipping and a delivery service within the Syracuse area to try on items and/or return items.
Gift Card Incentive: Purchase a gift card now, and receive 20% off in-store when Showoffs returns to "business as usual." 
Wildflowers Armory
Browse inventory online and follow the artisan store on Instagram for special "live feed" sales.
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BANKS
AmeriCU Federal Credit Union
 Restricted lobby access, but representatives are available for calls during regular business hours.
Bank of America
 The lobby is open, and all regular banking features are available during regular business hours.
Key Bank
 The lobby is open by appointment only, but the drive-through and deposit box kiosk remains open regular hours. The ATM also available.
M&T Bank
 The lobby is open, and all regular banking features are available during regular business hours.
Solvay Bank
 The lobby is closed, but ATM has full-service.
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MUSEUMS
Everson Museum of Art
Check back for updates on virtual tours and exhibits!


Onondaga Historical Association
Enjoy history at home with these five suggestions from the OHA.
MOST
Support the MOST during its temporary COVID-19 closure by purchasing deferred admission passes at a discount! Passes will never expire, are linked to your name, and are valid for all ages.

Online resources: Student Science Hotline , At Home Learning Resources , BrainPOP K-8 Learning Site
FITNESS
FHIIT Barre & Bodyworks
Open online! FHIIT Barre & Bodyworks is offering virtual workouts on Facebook through the group FHIITNESS at HOME.
The unique service is included in membership for current members, and is $50/month for non-members who are interested in trying it out. 
Metro Fitness Club
Virtual services available for members through an online portal. The portal allows members to access on-demand fitness classes, youth workouts, and nutrition programs as well.


Aspen Athletic Club
Virtual classes available! Check Facebook for classes and times.
Get Outdoors: Explore Architecture & Art
Looking for ideas to stay active, stimulate your mind (for you and the kids!)  and  get outdoors while trying to #FlattenTheCurve? Our popular  Walking Tour Guides  might be able to help! Visit the Downtown Committee website for digital copies to help you start exploring Downtown's architecture, history, public art and even a few "hidden gems!" Both guides can be appreciated on-foot or on wheels!

& COVID-19 RESOURCES
Social Distancing Downtown Style
If you’re out enjoying a walk in Downtown Syracuse, wave to members of our team. Our  Environmental Maintenance  crew is up before many of us have had our first cup of coffee to accomplish a variety of tasks to make sure Downtown Syracuse is welcoming, clean and accessible. Meanwhile, our  Security Staff  continue to patrol Downtown, checking in with businesses and addressing quality of life concerns.
Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available Through Small Business Administration
Small businesses are now eligible to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan through the Small Business Administration (SBA). SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza has approved a statewide disaster declaration for NY, and eligible small businesses may apply for these loans online. The SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program provides small businesses with working capital loans of up to $2 million that can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing. 
Click here for more information.
General COVID-19 Resources
As the developments surrounding COVID-19 continue to rapidly evolve, the New York State Governor’s Office and State Department of Health are valuable resources in sharing new guidelines.

Visit these websites to stay up-to-date and in the know:

Locally,  Onondaga County  is a helpful informational resource. County Executive Ryan McMahon and county leaders host daily live stream updates via  Facebook  and  its website , and the Onondaga County Health Department has compiled a list of FAQs, accessible by  scrolling down  halfway on the link provided. Additional resources about COVID-19 are provided through the  Centers for Disease Control (CDC)  and  World Health Organization (WHO).
Helpful Phone Numbers
If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, please  call  your healthcare provider . 

New York State  has established a coronavirus hotline at 1-888-364-3065.

Locally,  Upstate University Hospital  has also established a special phone line to field your questions. The phone line is open daily from 7:00 am – 11:00 pm, and may expand to 24/7 access soon. The line is staffed by volunteers from across Upstate campuses, as well as health care providers as necessary. Calls are intended for anyone who is showing possible symptoms, may have had exposure to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, and/or anyone who may be experiencing symptoms.
Business Resources
Downtown restaurants, retailers and service businesses - In the coming days, we will share a compilation of operational tools, financial programs, and employee resources to help you as we navigate through this new territory together. This will include regulatory information, financial assistance programs, and tips for continuing remote operations. As more resources and guidance tools become available, we'll be sure to share these with you.

PS: Please continue to email our team with anything you’re offering (takeout, curbside pickup, online engagement opportunities, etc.) so we can continue to get the word out!
Meal Delivery for Senior Citizens
Senior citizens in Onondaga County who are staying home are able to get meals delivered through The Office of the Aging. The Office of the Aging will arrange for up to two meal deliveries per day for those who qualify.
Call: 315-218-1987
Breakfast & Lunch Pick Up for Students
While schools are closed, breakfast and lunch will be available for pick up to all school-aged children in the City of Syracuse. The meals are available free of charge at several sites, including Central Library in Downtown Syracuse, from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Monday - Friday.
Leaders Partner to Establish COVID-19 Community Support Fund
Community leaders have partnered to establish a donation fund to get money quickly to organizations helping city and county neighbors. The Central New York Community Foundation - in partnership with the Allyn Foundation, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County and the United Way of Central New York – created the COVID-19 Community Support Fund to support nonprofit organizations working with those who have been disproportionately impacted economically. The Community Foundation donated $300,000 to start the fund, and encourages the community to donate. The fund’s goal is to deploy flexible resources in the form of a one-time operating grant to non-profits supporting vulnerable populations. The Community Foundation will work with the partnering entities listed above to administer the grants. Eligibility criteria and the application process is still being worked out, but more information is provided on The Community Foundation’s website . 

To make a donation, click here . You may also call 315-422-9538 or email tgriffith@cnycf.org for more information.