Défi Cuisine Corp. - Syracuse

Absolutely the best foodie destination in all cny. it is quite clear that this is a passionate project of two very experienced chefs and their employees. cut edge eating without obnoxic or pretentious (although it seems that if they were not exposed to this type of food) the menu looks great, but we went with the tasting course. they take a lot of time to chat with them about their interests, aversions and general farewellness and then a very penetrating experience. super friendly staff, without staying over them while they eat. happy to talk to us about the retro buffalo chopper that caught our eye and even chat a bit about her calendar and other ventures. you have to see yourself.

We enjoyed the Defi experience where they choose a menu for you based on how adventurous an eater you are. We chose the four course option with wine pairing (one of the chefs is also a sommelier). Each of the four courses was unusual, interesting and delicious, and included ingredients such as truffle, dehydrated vegetables, sun choke and trumpet mushrooms. The main course was a delicious fish with micro-greens, mushrooms, arancini and dehydrated sweet potato. The service was fantastic and the ambience is great. I would absolutely recommend Defi whether you order off of the menu or try the Defi experience.

The title says it all. The food here is outstanding. Much like in the tradition of the French Laundry the dishes are expertly crafted although in small quantities, and unfortunately pricey. Don’t let the cost keep you away because the cost reflects the quality quite accurately. Each dish was outstanding and creative well beyond a gourmet’s imagination. Overall I thought the charcuterie was excellent with outstanding meats and cheeses. One of the subtleties I noticed was the chefs attention to temperature. Each dish was constructed and each ingredient almost, had it’s own temperature. The green bean dish had the green beans chilled but the rest of the dish was in a warmer temperature. Each forkful was a delight and chimeric thermal taste experience.

Don’t let the cost keep you away because the cost reflects the quality quite accurately. Each dish was outstanding and creative well beyond a gourmet’s imagination. Overall I thought the charcuterie was excellent with outstanding meats and cheeses. One of the subtleties I noticed was the chefs attention to temperature. Each dish was constructed and each ingredient almost, had it’s own temperature. The green bean dish had the green beans chilled but the rest of the dish was in a warmer temperature. Each forkful was a delight and chimeric thermal taste experience.

We've been twice...delicious, fresh, beautiful food and impeccable service both times. If you want to experience the culinary arts in Syracuse, without the stuffiness of fine dining, this is the place! The atmosphere is simple and fresh with sight lines into the kitchen. The chefs will explain your meal and their choices in as little or as much detail as you want. If you experience what we experienced, each plate will be a work of art and the food on it will taste as good as it looks. We eagerly await visit number 3!