Right in the heart of old town Syracuse is Armory Square. It is a wonderful place to shop or browse, have a beer, snack on the local cuisine or sit down to a fine dinner. The many small independent shops offer clothing, gifts, accessories, homemade chocolates and art works. Many items are one of a kind, often created by the owner. Go where the natives go – to Dinosaur Barbecue for their famous sandwiches- you can even buy a bottle of sauce, mild or hot, to take home with you. For a gourmet meal nearby, check out Pascale’s. There is even valet parking, if you wish.