Varsity Pizza - Syracuse

I highly recommend this restaurant for their amazing chicken bacon ranch pizza. I order it almost every weekday for lunch and it never disappoints. The crust is flavorful and has a hint of buttery garlic, and the mozzarella is delicious. The service is fast and friendly, and I always have a great experience dining here. I plan on ordering a whole pizza from them one day, but usually I just want to go home after work. The quality of the food at this place is consistently top-notch.

During our visit to Syracuse for Orange Preview Day, we decided to check out Varsity, which came highly recommended. Despite the chaos of the Syracuse Clemson game, we were able to easily grab a quick meal. We were pleasantly surprised by the prices, as we were able to enjoy a drink and two slices of pizza for under $9. The atmosphere was lively (Syracuse was winning 21-7) and the students were having a great time. The service was quick and friendly. However, we encountered a small mishap when the pepper shaker was missing its top and ended up covering our entire pizza in pepper. Despite this hiccup, we had a great overall experience and would recommend Varsity as a convenient and affordable dining option on campus. Just be sure to check your shakers before using them!

I traveled with my mom to Lake Placid and stopped at Syracuse University to meet with her best friend from college. Her roommate mentioned that...

Still fantastic even after all these years. The pizza here has the best toppings and crust in the city. I highly recommend trying the "Varsity" pizza, which includes a delicious combination of red sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, onion, paprika, and mushroom. While you wait for your pizza to cook, you can order some wings from Gus, and he will call your name when they're ready for pick-up. The menu also offers many other comfort food options, all of which I have found to be delicious. Be sure to take a look at the college flags on the walls while you eat. Depending on their position, you can tell if the Syracuse basketball or football team has won or lost against a particular school during the season. In a post-pandemic update, I can confirm that Elli still makes the best pizza in the city. It may be selfish, but I hope she never retires.

I have been a loyal customer of Varsity for years! Whenever I'm craving a delicious burger, this is my go-to spot. My favorite order is the patty melt with grilled onions, especially when I'm in the mood for some comfort food.