My partner and I went to have a drink and a snack, excited to try something we never have before. I…read moregot this berry drink and it was delicious!! There was nobody in there but us, and it was very quiet which was different since we usually go on weekends. It was interesting, just didn't know that was the vibe on weekdays. The bartender helped us immediately and we got out drink quickly. Now, my complaint is the price. This small cheese board was $25, it doesn't look as small in the pictures, but I promise the board was TINY. A quarter of a baguette, prepackaged olives, a few bites of cheese each? NOT worth the money. If I come back, I will not be getting any food that's for sure..::

It's still the place for cocktails in Syracuse…read more Jack is still there and is a mixologist supreme and a super nice person that goes out of his way to give you a great experience. The ambiance is still cool and dark and inviting. It is a lot busier now which is good for the business. Just go there

I know they get really busy, so I made reservations online....it was so easy. I was a little early…read morebut they seated me, and that was nice as I got to order a drink before my friend arrived. We decided to split an appetizer and 2 entrees. The Wedge salad was delicious with a homemade blue cheese dressing that a wonderful taste. It came with marinated onions, cherry tomatoes and real bacon crumbles. We had the Breakfast Burger, pink inside and it came with nice thin cut fries. We also got the Grits bowl with an added fried chicken cutlet and added sauteed vegetables. Everything was nicely prepared and plated. Our server checked back with us several times, refilled our water and made sure everything was going well. I love all the eclectic decorations, mismatched plates and glasses and vintage items all over. I'll definitely be returning. As a nice touch one of the items on the table lists upcoming special events.

The Wedge features a rotating menu of fresh and fun options, usually focused on a particular…read morecheese. Cocktail menu was exotic with a great selection. The interior has a cute ambiance with mismatched furniture/silverware, eclectic artwork, and vibey music. Despite the unassuming exterior, everything that we ate and drank here was phenomenal and I am excited to return to a different menu in the near future.

We stopped in to The Fitz after dinner, that is a speak easy themed cocktail lounge that is…read moreunderground to Oh My Darling. It is basement level and just a black unmarked door opens to the staircase leading down, that has clear signage. It definitely is like stepping back in time and there's no Wi-Fi service so guests are enjoying the live music or socializing! We ordered pretty quickly at the bar, we were not offered menus so I'm not sure what their signature cocktails are. Ordered a martini requested fruity, I believe it was raspberry not sure and a dark red for my friend. We sat in some cozy velvet purple chairs in the lounge area enjoying live Jazz music. My friend recalls this was a downstairs dining area for Burger King in the 80's-early 90's. The bar and Bath Room could be a bit tidier, but otherwise fun retro vibe. There is an historical piston machine on display that was used to run the building's original elevator utilizing steam! And now serves as decor and remanence of past decades.

FunkyBlu playing sets the ambiance. best Jazz/blues type of music I've heard in past few years…read more Worth going if they're playing!!

The York was a delight to have dinner at last night. The food was good especially the seafood…read morelinguine dish my wife had. The dish had plenty of shrimp and clams with loads of delicious Chorizo that magnified the flavors of the entire dish. I was jealous. I had the prosciutto wrapped halibut. It was ok. I think it was slightly over cooked and not very flavorful. The Chardonnay I had was very nice. And as always the Oysters were fabulous. Are waitress, Cara was great, she was attentive without being over bearing. Pleasant and seemed genuinely happy to be working there. The interior is nicely decorated, clean and cheerful. Overall, everyone we dealt with from making the reservation to, bar personal and wait staff were lovely.

My husband booked dinner reservations at The York for my birthday. The restaurant is gorgeous, and…read moredefinitely gives lounge to club vibes. However, the service from our waitress was lackluster. We started off at the bar, which was fun. We actually should have stayed there, and may have had a better experience. The drinks were pretty good. Our waitress at the table was not friendly at all. She looked uninterested, as if she rather been doing something else. The crab rangoons were crispy, and I liked the dipping sauce. We had the calabrian rigate as our entree. The pasta sauce was delicious, but the chicken was tough and overcooked. It also took extremely long for them to bring it out. I most likely won't return to this restaurant while visiting Syracuse.

Holy Whisky Batman!…read more Wow. Talk about intimidating. Bartenders helpful and mercifully when making a selection. Thank you. Expect to shell out $30 for a Double neat but worth it. Whisky so yummy in the tummy.

Great service and amazing vibes. They made me specific delicious drinks; tequila espresso martini…read more(10/10) and a spicy Paloma (to die for). Will be back! Thanks Al.

What a great place! The food was reasonably priced and fresh, the drinks were delicious, and the…read moregames were fun! I ordered Wario Breath, Yoshi's Egg, and Pi Katsu sliders. The waitress was attentive and friendly and the entire restaurant establishment really creates a feeling of nostalgia. The games all take quarters and if you forget to bring some, you can buy quarters there.

Super fun place!! :D…read more Casual vibe and good place to gather and nerd out! Food is pretty good (especially for what seems to be mostly a bar). The roll for a shot!! Very fun novelty that tbh did not get old. Cartoons on the TV, lots of fun themed drinks, good bites, and classic (and some new) arcade games. If we weren't heading to a concert after, we definitely would've stayed all night. Super friendly bartenders and great service. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!

Another Shakedown Sunday at the 443. Stellar music as always. The place is always sold out, so the…read moreroom is packed, but in spite of that, it feels more like a family reunion than a concert. Great cocktails. I wish they had sandwiches or soups. I always end up coming home and needing to eat dinner. On a sad note, I was told by the owner that their lease will not be renewed, so they are having to move into a new location. :(

Bad business plan, false advertising and drowning in basically debt due to "punishing'" the ones…read morebuying drinks and socializing, but putting entertainment first in a bar setting. It is not this way at other bars as the entertainment is an afterthought for people to listen to as they socialize and drink spending money. They want the money but cater to ones not spending it and then try to bleed the ones coming for the entertainment by forcing minimums even on those that bought a ticket and never showed up. RESPONSE to Owner: Then it is best to change all your Misguiding information on your website and Facebook pages. How doe one "SOCIALIZE" with people and "LOUNGE" around doing so as in your own descriptions on your website and Social Media? How can you charge people that don't show on a ticket for a table set-up on your minimum purchase, when those that did attend went way beyond the minimum purchase on those that attended INCLUDING the ticket that was a NO SHOW? Price Gouging or a Venue that is desperate for money trying to fleece those that "attend" and don't attend for your Shows? Where does it state that policy as to NO-SHOWS and what makes it Legal? You may feel certain ways about your Venue, but it doesn't pay the bills as you have basically asked to nickel and dime members yet won't do anything to improve your bottom line or approach? Hobbys are great but having a "Alligator" as a hobby will eat you out of house and home.

Gay bar. I'm not…read moregay. This might have been the best food I had while in the Syracuse area for 4 days. Bacon grilled cheese sandwich. Friend ordered the burger he said the same thing. Grey food and service. Decor is extra gay. But it's a gay bar ..... so have fun and enjoy!

The amount of time, effort, and care that go into each menu item is impressive. For brunch, the…read morevariety is astounding for the size and the appearance of the place from the outside. At first the location seems less than promising, but inside the little touches of decor make for a charming, if not polished experience. It is still largely a bar that serves food, but the food is impressive in both quality and low price. The little details like in-house made desserts, house ranch dressing, and hand cut fries are a pleasant surprise. The organization behind staggered brunch seating lends itself well to good availability of items, freshness, and service. The menu includes frequently updated seasonal choices. This is also a LGBTQ+ bar. Brunch menus are regularly posted on Facebook, and the process for text message based reservations is convenient. Possibly one of the most surprisingly good restaurants in the greater Syracuse area.

A great variety of meats and other French dishes. The scallop…read moreAppetizer was delicious. Steak abd dessert well done

Delicious chef tasting menu at Touché! I have now tried the regular menu and tasting menu, and I…read morewill say the chef does a better job than I of picking out dishes I would enjoy. Very thoughtful work done by the (I'm assuming) sous chef and dessert chef. Each of them clearly put passion and thought into the dishes they provided us. The chef also did well on his pieces, but at times it felt he was checking off a box versus putting passion into it compared to the other chefs, but that might also just be his style/personality ! Very pretty spot and nice to have something enjoyable in Syracuse like this! Gorgeous spot both for a tasting and the decor/vibe!

Peruvian-Japanese! 4.7…read more We were far from home. It was our participation in Ross Bentley's Driver Development Course in Lafayette that brought us to the Syracuse area (see my review for Pineview Run Auto & Country Club). With the track only 20 minutes away, Syracuse was the best option for hotels and dining. Inka's Peruvian cuisine, with a splash of "Nikkei," was exactly what we were looking for and precisely what our bodies needed for fuel after some intense driving. The migration of Japanese immigrants to Peru in the late 1800s and early 1900s was the beginning of what eventually evolved into one of Peru's distinctive culinary traditions, now known as Nikkei. This unique cuisine blends Japanese techniques and ingredients with Peruvian flavors and traditions. At Inka's, those Peruvian roots take center stage, with touches of Nikkei cuisine developed by Chef Flavio Solórzano. We started with two cocktails: Maracuyá Sour (pisco, aquafaba, citrus and passion fruit) and Cuzco (Empress cucumber-lemon gin, mint, lemon juice, St-Germain and soda). Both were beautifully balanced and delicious. We finished them off rather quickly, which naturally led us to order a pitcher of red sangria. It was wonderfully refreshing after a long, hot day and paired beautifully with our meal. For our meal, we ordered: * Chicharrones de Calamari ~ Perfectly light and crispy breaded calamari, with both rings and tentacles, fried to a delicate crunch and served with their house tartar sauce. * Pollo a la Brasa ~ Peruvian-marinated chicken, slow-roasted over wood and charcoal until the skin was beautifully golden and crisp. It was served with french fries and their signature ají pollero sauce. The entrée also came with an ensalada verde, a side salad of mixed greens, tomato, onions and avocado tossed in a homemade vinaigrette. * Arroz Chaufa ~ Peruvian-style fried rice, wok-tossed with egg, scallions and lettuce in a sweet orange-pineapple sauce and topped with crispy fried spring onions. We added the seafood option of calamari, fish and shrimp. The rice was perfectly textured and nicely seasoned, with a subtle sweetness from the sauce. This dish can also be made gluten-free upon request. * Apple Tart ~ For dessert, we shared an Apple Tart. It was a lovely way to round out our dinner. Everything was delicious. Normally, for variety, we like to order an assortment of dishes and take the leftovers home so we can enjoy them again later. However, traveling far from home didn't make that particularly practical this time. I would have loved to sample more of the menu, especially some of their Nikkei selections. We also enjoyed Inka's inviting and cheerful atmosphere. The greenery cascading across the ceiling is eye-catching and seems to serve as the room's centerpiece, even if you have to look up to appreciate it. Your eyes are naturally drawn upward. It's a wonderful setting for a date night or a lively dinner with friends or a group. The service was friendly and prompt, adding to an already enjoyable evening. We were far from home, but Inka's made our night in Syracuse feel like a delicious little destination of its own. Hope we can return one day!

I went to Inka's with my family and it was absolutely delicious! They were very accommodating with…read moremy daughter who has multiple allergies. They triple checked if there were any allergens that posed a risk for her and made sure we all enjoyed our time with a peace of mind that she wouldn't get a reaction. They have high chairs available and everyone was friendly! The octopus had a nice grilled and smoky flavor and it was super tender! The chicken was delicious and the braised short rib was super tender albeit a bit salty. There was plenty of street parking when I went and I enjoyed my time! I'll definitely come here again!