Al’s Wine & Whiskey Lounge

Al’s Wine & Whiskey Lounge is a downtown Syracuse bar built around, as the name says, wine and whiskey. Its bottles come from around the world, and a long list of craft beers and live music round out the picture for an evening out in the middle of Syracuse’s downtown.

The kitchen turns out artisan cheeses, cured meats and paninis, so the lounge works for a light meal as well as a drink. There is also pool and other games for nights that call for something more playful. The house rule is simple: just bring an honest face.

What to Know

• Wine and whiskey from around the world are the headliners, with craft beer on the list too.
• Food includes artisan cheeses, cured meats and paninis.
• Live music is part of the lineup, and there is pool and other games.
• It is featured by Visit Syracuse and the Downtown Committee of Syracuse.