Al's Wine & Whiskey Lounge

Great cocktails, very friendly and knowledgeable bar tender

The bouncer tried to take advantage of me when I when I was drunk

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 1

There’s no other place like this in Syracuse

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

They’re open for a bunch of people inside, telling anyone who shows up they can’t come in because there’s a 12:30 cut off on entry on a Wednesday, yet still open with a bar full of people drinking at the bar and hanging out in front an hour later 10 minutes prior to 2am. Wasted my time walking here twice.

They’re “open til 2” and have a bar full of people yet when a group of us walked up at 12:40 they say “if you weren’t here by 12:30 we are locking our doors.” On Thursday July 17, 2025. I walked by again an hour later and there was still a bunch of people sitting at the bar and hanging out in front. We weren’t causing or even suggesting any problems at all. Don’t go here. Plenty of other good places right up the street.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

This bar was recommended to us by a bartender at another local bar and it didn’t disappoint. Unreal selection of hard alcohol and a good beer selection. Very cool, friendly atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Not even kidding, this was one of my favorite places I've been to for a drink on a very long time. The atmosphere was perfect. Reminded me of a cross between a 90s coffee shop before Starbucks took everything over, a really cool library, and a speakeasy. Hit all the points on atmosphere for me. Add in the massive selection of spirits and it was easily one of the best bars I've been to. With the atmosphere and selection, I expected a pretentious vibe, but was super relaxed and a great way to unwind for a night. Even the prices of drinks were pretty realistic for the higher end drinks. The live music was a little loud, but maybe I'm just too old now 😂 Service was great even when busy. Good mix of people who were all pretty chill. The pool table, darts and pinball were also nice touches without being overwhelming. I'd absolutely recommend this place to anyone for a drink, and when I'm back in town I'll be finding a reason to stop by for sure.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Had 4 drinks and got over charged 100$ and told that we drank more then we did place is a scam and stealing money

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Dropped in while in Syracuse and thoroughly enjoyed this place. Great selections, friendly staff, will be back...

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Great place!! Highly recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

This is my favorite downtown bar because even when it’s busy (most weekends) you don’t feel suffocated with crowds or wait long for drinks. Lots of games to choose from and it’s easy to have conversations with people.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Large selection of whiskey, Scotch, and many other spirits. There are a couple dart boards and a pool table. Lots of areas for lounging and enjoying cocktails.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good environment music is always on point

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing cocktails and atmosphere!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stopped on a Monday right as they opened. Sipped some Whiskey, drank a draft and had good conversation with the bartender and some regulars. Even played some pool in the back room. Some neat items if you really start looking around. Huge selection of liquors and wine and a varied selection of beers. A very good stop.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Dram of Whiskey