This restaurant has the "trendy" and "vibey" reputation but falls short on the whole package. The decor is meant to appear elevated and in some areas they nail it, but most of the dining room is just black and white stock photos, and plastic turf panels where you can see the white wall behind it. They serve cold bread when you're seated and drinks took forever with an almost completely empty restaurant. My pasta tasted fine but there was much more sauce than pasta. I appreciate that they have mocktails listed on the main menu, the cocktails are pretty good, and the cucumber feta appetizer is great. I'd maybe use this an appetizer/drinks spot if you have to be in the area. It's too pricey to be this mid read more

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I have come here a handful of times for their happy hour menu. The drinks on there are so affordable and delicious! I can't speak on the regular menu but I would definitely recommend coming for their happy hour!! read more

LM Social - Espresso martini, lemon drop - Bars Near Me - Syracuse, New York

LM is always top notch for ambiance and holiday decor! They never disappoint. Just in for wine and cocktails and soaking up some Valentines vibes! I went with dragonfruit martini on the Valentines menu. It was fruity and festive in a cream base. They have a vast selection of wines but were out of Riesling. Friendly service at the bar. read more

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Was excited to go there, messaged with staff a week or so before about gf options & if we needed reservations on a Tuesday. Showed up with my friend for happy hour & they were closed! read more

Trendy restaurant/bar right across from the MOST. Street parking or pay lot parking a couple blocks away. Went in at 5:15 with a reservation but it was not busy. I had the pool boy mocktail but added vodka & it was delicious. Cucumber appetizer was refreshing & a good palate cleanser. Had the steak & sweet potato side was divine. Steak cooked perfectly. I was not a fan of the asparagus & mushrooms. The mushrooms just made it very woodys tasting. Walked by later the same evening around 10 & it was packed. I would recommend reservations to be on the safe side. Waiter very attentive & friendly. read more

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Came here for NYE with a group. We had a wonderful time! The restaurant was beautifully decorated and very busy as expected. I had holiday whiskey sour and fig vodka cocktails that were amazing! We ordered the lobster app and calamari both of which were just ok. My scallop entree was delicious and a great serving size. Our server was nice and apologetic for the long waits but she didn't seem to know much about the menu or any of the wines when we inquired. read more

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There's a lot of potential here, They just have to get it right and be consistent. We dined at Le Melange last Valentines Day at their previous, smaller location and it was a perfect experience- food, vibe and service. With their new expanded location and rebranding to LM Social it seems that they have a few kinks to work out. We arrived slightly early for our reservation and were graciously greeted with a smile and a "Happy Valentine's Day" from the hostesses. Despite being early they seated us right away. We were tucked away in a booth that gave us a view of the front of the restaurant. The decor is eclectic yet subtle, the vibe intimate and slightly edgy. Perfect for a girls night out or a date night with your special someone. Our table was about 2 steps from a small couch for people waiting to be seated. It's a tad awkward as it's kind of IN the dining area. Lol When seated on the couch they are positioned to stare right at a table for two. They were also close enough to our table that we could have easily had a conversation with them. I personally didn't have a problem with it. Somehow it all just blends in with the decor and isn't a big deal. This was Valentine's Day and a Friday night. They had a steady stream of diners coming in. In addition to the decor there was live music that was intermixed with Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole from the speakers. A very nice touch. Now to the food. I ordered scallops with sweet potato purée and sautéed green beans. My husband ordered cod with risotto We also ordered drinks. Our server was friendly and attentive. 3 small slices of stretch bread were provided with a hot dipping oil that was very good. Our wait time for dinner was easily 30 minutes or more. Our waitress did check on us and apologized for the delay. In the interim a nearby table got their appetizer which was a skewer of shrimp standing upright with a lemon at the base that was lit on fire. The presentation was meant to be more than it actually achieved. As the diner went to move the plate, the entire tower toppled over, still on fire and he struggled to keep it from falling on the floor and also not catching himself on fire. The shrimp and lemon that fell on the floor stayed there through their entire meal. Meanwhile our meal arrived and was plated beautifully. The scallops were large and delicious though they could have been cooked another minute or so. The sea bass was also delicious as were the sides of risotto and sweet potato purée. The table seated behind us were sat well before us but hadn't received their meal. They had to have waited at least 45 minutes. A staff member came out to tell them there had been an issue with their ticket, apologized for the delay but said their meal would be out shortly. Five minutes later they were served a meal that wasn't theirs and had to send it back. The manager corrected the error. They received their correct order a short while later and the manager comped the meal for them. Unfortunately the overall experience wasn't anything special and in the end it felt like an over priced meal. Our bill was $122 without tip. I think they fell short but not for lack of trying. Because we've eaten her previously I would definitely give it another try. They just need to get their sea legs in this larger space. read more

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LM Social / Le Melange is one of my favorite restaurants in downtown Syracuse. The drinks are fun and tasty, the service is swift and the servers are friendly, and the food is always to die for. The prices can be a bit on the high side, but I would say that it's well worth it. All that being said, it seems like they're having a bit of an identity crisis. Every time I visit, they have changed their decor, their menu, their name, or some combination of the three. I hope they find their footing, because it's getting confusing honestly. Side note- three of their five signature cocktails were harry potter themed last I went. Weird choice. read more

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I visited LM social before attending a play downtown. The location is great and the atmosphere inside is nice as well. The restaurant was not very busy when we arrived. When we were seated, our server asked if we were going to the play, which we said we were. We ordered drinks, which were good. However, some drinks on the menu said they would be smoked tableside and they were not. I had a tequila cocktail which I enjoyed . Unfortunately I don't remember the name, and the cocktail menu online is not up to date. We also got the burrata appetizer, which was good. Unfortunately, our entrees were not ready by the time we needed to leave for the play. After a long wait, our waitress assured us they would be right out, so we figured we would have a few bites and take the rest to go. When more time passed, we asked to get the check and have our food brought out in takeout containers. The waitress said the kitchen was plating our food. We got our checks, gave our cards to the waitress, and received them back to sign and still did not get our food. This was very frustrating, as she was aware that we needed to leave for the play. We did not receive any apology from the waitress. We ended up going to the host stand and asking to have our entrees refunded. We couldn't justify paying for $35 entrees we never received. The employees at the host stand were accommodating and apologized, but we were disappointed to leave hungry. While the food and drinks I had the opportunity to try were good, I would not recommend LM social before a play or event. If I do visit again, I hope I can update this review with a better experience. read more

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**Update** They don't offer the seafood paella anymore. 10 minutes after ordering the Bronzino the waitress said they ran out!!! Really? Substitute of Persian chicken was way overcooked and dry. Disappointed read more

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The Vibe. The Food. The service. Just went here for the first time and can't rave about it enough. I have heard mixed reviews from people I know, but I can only say good things. The food was insane. The apps and dessert, ugh they were so good. Our server was very friendly and attentive, the manager seemed slightly stressed when she came to check in on our table but it happens. The entrees were good. Overall we really enjoyed our experience. Love finding cute new (to me) restaurants in my area and this is definitely a new favorite. read more

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great food nicely decorated and great cocktails such a great place to have happy hour read more

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We have been to LM Social on several occasions but only for the Happy Hour at the Bar. We have always had a pleasant experience. We decided to try the dining room for Restaurant week and wish we wouldn't have gone. There wasn't a single positive to our visit other than the ambiance. Our first two courses were not even warm. The Short rib and polenta was ice cold and the polenta cake was as hard as hockey puck. We sent two of those back and received our 1st course after we had received our main. The Steak Frittes were ok but the steak was very tough and it was not even close to warm. Our server was very inattentive and it wasn't busy at all at least from what we could see. Overall it was and awful experience which was a stark contrast to our happy hour experiences. Please try and get it right very disappointing. read more

I really don't like to leave bad reviews, however I am incredibly disappointed over the professionalism of our server and the establishment, as well as the quality of the meal. First off, I believe our server took advantage of my one friend who asked if they had Pinot Noir, however the server failed to communicate that there were 2 options of Pinot Noir, a $14 dollar glass or a $20 glass. She never mentioned or asked about that, and went ahead and charged her for the more expensive wine, since our group was large, our assumption is that her intention was to add to her auto gratuity. She also offered a free dessert in exchange for us to leave her a 5 star review, which seemed a bit like a business scheme to falsify their ratings. Besides our server, my overall impression of the restaurant is aesthetic over quality. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, and the interior is trendy and stylish, but I would personally rather enjoy a good meal in a standard looking restaurant rather than a mediocre/ bad meal in a beautiful restaurant. My food (pappardelle) was alright but not worth the price flavor or taste-wise. My friend who ordered the Sea Bass wound up with diarrhea. And the crème brûlée was neither the correct temperature nor texture. This was supposed to be a celebration of our friend's 22nd birthday, and I just can't see myself wanting to come back after this experience. In the end the price of the meal just did not live up to the quality of the food or the integrity of the staff. read more

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Went to LM social last Friday night with five friends. The vibe is very cool and romantic but soooo dark. Thankfully we were by a fireplace or I don't know if I would have seen anything. We got a bottle of wine and some apps. Wine was good and the shrimp they light on fire right at the table that is cool. I got the cacio alla Roman with salmon. The salmon was good but came out way after the pasta which was kind of weird as it was supposed to be on top. The pasta was also good but some of the peppercorns were not ground well and every once in a while you would bite into like a whole one and yikes. Everyone else said their meal was amazing. Wish I got more pics but again super dark. I did get a pic of my husband's Tuscan Beef Bourguingnon which he said was amazing. The waiter was very attentive and our water was always full but I will say one other thing there are a lot of doors and confusing to get in and out of. Cool place to try downtown and love seeing new places pop up. read more

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Sorry no pictures. Food was amazing here. Reservation suggested Haddock and Chicken Franchise both excellent dishes and good size portions. Chicken Marcella was also very good. Salads are excellent and even 1/2 size portions are enough for 1 person. Soups were also very good. Blazing shrimp stack looked good, table next to us had it. Arcinni Balls looked like 3 large balls. Note: Menu subject to change Service was good as well. The inside is very nice, old Lemon Grass plus for added space. Highly recommended if in the area. read more

The atmosphere is really good for date night. The wait for the food is horrible and the waitress doesn't know who's plate is for who, we have to cut the rib eye steak ( to find out which one is medium/rare)and switch plates. read more

Really cute ambience. Loved the decor. I didn't have great experiences with the past LM, but this exceeded expectations. Our waitress was great and attentive. I ordered the sea bass, which was amazing. The risotto that paired with it was awesome as well. Our cocktails were also great. Any place that has an espresso martini is a friend of mine! Def would return. read more

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Great location and incredibly decorated, creating a great ambiance. Our server was great, very tentative and helpful. The cocktails were super tasty and the food was good. I didn't love love my dish, but maybe it was just my selection that wasn't great. Will definitely be back. read more

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Becca and her crew never disappoint! Isabella and everyone provided us with exceptional service, and the food was superb! Strongly recommend the carpaccio and the lobster appetizer. We are true fans of this place!! And the decorations this year are stunning! read more

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Went for dinner with a group of 8. They had decorated for the holidays which was cute. Our waitress was very friendly but we ended up waiting for about an hour for our food. With a larger party I am pretty understanding when it comes to taking longer with the food however, we were only asked about drinks at the very beginning and then were not checked on or asked about refills while waiting for our food. I ordered two glasses of Pino Grigio thinking I would be charged the price of the Pino Grigio advertised in their " By the Glass" section. However when the bill came I was charged for a different kind of Pino Grigio that was $4 more per glass. Not a huge deal but worth noting to clarify with your waiter. I ordered the Cacio alla Roman for my meal. Flavors were good but the pasta was too al dente for my taste. Overall, it's a gorgeous restaurant but did not meet my expectations. read more

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Food was pretty decent here. Ambiance was definitely great for a girls night out. Drinks were magnificent. Service was good. read more

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Had dinner tonight and everything was FANTASTIC!! Cocktails were great and the meal was DELICIOUS! Had the Limoncello Chicken and the Lamb. Service was very good and decor was amazing. Will definitely be back! read more

LM Social - Bars Near Me - Syracuse, New York

We had an incredible experience here at LM SOCIAL! From the second we walked in the vibe was warm and stylish. The staff is wonderful, they were so attentive and welcoming! The food was thoughtfully prepared and delicious, and the drinks were creative and perfectly crafted. The atmosphere was a nice balance between lively and comfy, which is ideal for any occasion especially date night! Highly recommend stopping by if you are in Syracuse looking for good food, drinks, and a memorable night out!!! read more

Not a value and there is more. The last time we ate at this location, it was fine dining at Lemongrass. Apparently the previous owner removed everything from the interior form floor to celling and window to wall. Even with extraordinary poor lighting one would gather that any 2nd hand furniture or gaudy high backed benches would suffice, and even those were blocking the interesting views of the artsy Armory Square neighborhood. It was very reminiscent of a University rathskeller. I'll start with nice. Our waitress was delightful and attentive. We ordered an appetizer which was whipped feta and a stretch bread. Before that arrived we had a tray of the same bread, which apparently came out of the refrigerator or was otherwise below room temperature. It was accompanied with a small dipping dish of some oil and hot sauce mixture. The feta was a mound larger than a fist, hardly whipped as it had a very irregular texture. All together 1 on 1-10 scale. Next was the onion soup, which was quite good, a unanimous vote of the two of us that had it, with the usual melted crusty gruyere cheese and was hearty and thick with onions. Another guest in our party of four had a brussel salad which she liked and another guest had a wedge salad which was with 2 small wedges, unadorned with anything but the ranch dressing was very good. The two guests that had the onion soup ordered the chicken francaise (or as another review typed chicken franchise) over risotto. It had a good lemony tart sauce but the risotto was white rice with little or no cheese, so kind of loose and not so flavorful. My wife had the salmon medium rare over the same risotto. She said the salmon was good. Our other guest had the scallops and she said it was OK. One of us ordered the mango sorbet and it came on a stemmed glass with a floral shaped disc of sorbet with a ring of cut strawberries. It was frozen solid, we (including the waitress) could not sink a spoon through it. Apparently it was plated at another time then truly frozen. We sent it back. After 10 minutes it still could not be scooped into a spoon. No charge for that. The waitress brought the bill and advised us that there is a service charge if we choose to use a credit card. The service charge was 4.75%. There was no cash price listed and the service charge was added to the total and 8% Onondaga county tax was on the total with the service charge. A quick AI search said the service charge cannot exceed 4% and a cash price must be printed as well. Well this was the straw that made me write a review as were my 3 dinner companions who urged me to do so. There has not been a review since December 2024 and review of other social media sources revealed a couple unhappy writers that provided services for this restaurant as well. Not a good thing for an establishment that actually uses social in its name. There are a lot of good restaurants in Armory Square, so you should try all of them before going to LM Social. read more

Won a free gift card so we had to check it out for my pre wedding dinner! Started with a round of cocktails, the skull was mixed very well & sweet enough. Shared a calamari tower - so soft and buttery & shrimp tower, fun flaming. Shared a bunch of the pastas. The pie's bottom was mushroom which was a sweet touch if you like them. Then, they brought out a free sparkling cheesecake slice for myself and my fiancé, which was so sweet of them. The service was a bit slow especially when we first got in, but we didn't mind as we were able to space it out well and enjoyed the light vibes and comfy couches! read more

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The owner of the restaurant was incredibly friendly, she gave us her recommendations on food and drinks. The morning sex ( espresso martinis) were the best I've ever had. We had a large party of 13 people and our server was impeccable and had great attention to detail. This is a hip restaurant, super clean, and had great decor. If I ever travel back to Syracuse this will be my first stop. read more

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On my second visit, this time with husband, the food and service was just ok. Edible, but nothing special. Service, even tho the space was only partially occupied, seemed to defer to people the servers knew or gravitated to. (I notice another review from the same night: the reviewer raved about the service--how does it happen that some people feel ignored and others are having a great experience?) We never got bread, and the server seemed excited to say how good our food choices were. The shrimp tower was good, but not spicy, unless one wanted to eat the flaming peppers by themselves. No discernible Greek spice or beurre blanc, though there was a sort of tasty but very bland cocktail sauce. The salad arrived on tiny plates without edges--hard to capture the dry lettuce. The pasta pie was a mystery: the pasta was so overcooked that the strands were melted together, kind of like what you would serve to a baby with minimal teeth. The sauces were ok, but bland. The arancini was pretty good, but I didn't really see the point of this composed dish. My husband chose the Aglio y Olio pasta primarily because he has a dairy sensitivity. This can be fabulous with great olive oil, garlic, herbs and great pasta, but this was not that . Both dinners were lukewarm, which probably happened because our dinners were somewhere while we waited a half an hour for them to arrive after we finished the shrimp. This is a cuisine where the sauces matter. To be the kind of restaurant LM Social aspires to be, the food needs to be special, not bland, overcooked or mushy. The service needs to be consistent from table to table. I really want to like this place.... as we left i noticed several dishes that looked piping hot and very appetizing. Maybe this is hit or miss. Miss for us this time. read more

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Tried LM social for a girls night. I ordered a cocktail that they lit on fire table side which was a nice touch. For my entree I got the cacio e pepe which was delicious. It was the perfect portion size for one meal but don't count on a large portion to have leftovers. Service was good as well. read more

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Once again we dined at LM Social and it did not disappoint!!! Celebrating my husband's birthday and the evening was an absolute success!! Thank you L.M. Social for making the evening so special and memorable they absolutely nailed luxury meets comfort , a luxury atmosphere without losing the homey vibe !! Our server , Thomas , I was completely impressed with the professionalism and customer service. The food was no disappointment..... bursting with flavor , so delicious ,juicy . My husband thoroughly enjoyed his filet mignon ,asparagus and smashed potatoes, happy man . I had Persian chicken kabob with a bed of arugula, tender green beans and a pile of flavorful risotto and sautéed tomato's WOW!!! The flavors were so out of this world !!! I highly recommend to everyone. I will come back here again and again! read more

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The atmosphere and seating was comfortable. The dinner rush was intense tonight, with a reservation we still had to wait about 30 minutes to be sat. Which is definitely unfortunate but it happens. We got a drink while we waited and two appetizers (that are not pictured.) we got calamari (very delicious and I love that they give a half lemon and not a small slice. Personally I like a lot of lemon) and the cucumber crunch. Both appetizers are my favorites I frequently get when I come here. For the entrees, everything tasted lovey and hot. My half rack of lamb had a bit of a hiccup. I understand the chefs choice of cooking it to medium rare. However it could have been cooked for literally a minute longer :) the lovely waitress we had, Venessa, was very understanding and kind. She advocated for me when I said the lamb was still great and I didn't want to send it back or anything. However when then the owner came around, very rudely explained the lamb is cooked to medium rare and told us that the temperature of the lamb "isn't for everyone." Well her attitude isn't for everyone either. Otherwise, we had a lovey time. read more

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Fabulous new location! Dan was our server - he was delightful. Will absolutely be back!

Terrific service (thanks Ryan and Brie), and EXCELLENT food prepared perfectly. Lamb chops: never had such tender and tasty chops. Never. The Salmon was huge and cooked just right. Start with the Feta board and Brussels Sprout salad paired with a nice 2025 ice water , finish with mango sorbet. read more

This is an elevated dining experience in Syracuse and I will definitely be back for the Branzino because they were all out and it's the only place I've found that has it on the menu. I went with the lamb chops and they were cooked and seasoned to PERFECTION. The service was fast and our waitress was amazing. The ambiance wasn't too loud and perfect for a romantic date night. read more

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Had dinner here on a Sunday night. The place was packed so I was hopeful. If you like eating in the dark this is the place to be. It was like eating in a cave with a tiny candle. We started with the drinks. The drinks were really good. The girls had espresso martinis and I had an old fashioned. We were going to a show so we skipped starters and order entrees. I ordered the Tuscan Beef Bourguignon. This came with couscous which had zero flavor and bone marrow. The short rib was in a bowl with a quarter of one carrot. Very bland to say the least. My wife got a lemon chicken pasta dish. I tried that and it was very good. This place is a bit pricey for Syracuse but what food isn't nowadays. Our server was excellent. read more

Very upscale atmosphere feel. Sat at the bar area. Service was lackluster. Just myself sitting at the bar and one of the bartenders friends/cousin. So I don't want undivided attention, but I would like service that at least provides you with silverware not only when you order your food, but it should be given before the food arrives. Then separating the food on the check was a big ordeal because this bartender was either on Adderall with some type of pills or something because they did not understand missing all the other steps of service. So they rang up the wrong credit card for the wrong charges that it like it was no big deal, there's not very representative of the business the employee you want someone that knows the menu that understands the drinks that engages the customer with good service when they're paying these type of prices. read more

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Having enjoyed multiple meals at Le Melange , I was super excited to take my boyfriend and friends here however I was incredibly underwhelmed by the food. The calamari was nothing special, my pasta barely had any sauce and was basically macaroni and cheese. My scallops were RUBBER. We were served four pieces of bread, the drinks were nothing special and the bill came to $300. Sadly we won't be back. read more

I just had the most fantastic meal tonight. Definitely get the ricotta with hot honey, calamari and scallop entree. The food and service was impeccable. I will definitely be back! read more

I never leave reviews, but I couldn't help myself this time. I came here for a birthday dinner and this place absolutely exceeded my expectations. Our waitress, Bella, was extremely knowledgeable on both the food menu and the wine menu, and was able to answer all of our tedious questions without hesitation. I got the lamb paired with a glass of Josh Cab (recommended by our waitress), it was one of the best meals i've had in Syracuse. My sister got a Filet that was also cooked to perfection. If I could give this place 6 stars I would! read more

Visited on the recommendation of a coworker. I was immediately impressed with the atmosphere and welcoming environment. We were sat immediately and greeted by the nicest server, Mikayla D. She answered all of our questions and gave great recommendations. I chose the cucumber crunch and a small chicken caesar salad. The cucumber crunch was bright and light! It was absolutely delicious, 10/10 would buy again and again. The chicken caesar salad was delicious as well, but I will forever be thinking about those cucumbers. The other food brought to the table was absolutely a presentation. The flaming shrimp and flambé dessert. I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience. At no point did we feel rushed even though we were there for just over two hours. I would highly recommend this restaurant and Mikayla D as well! read more