Sydney’s Martini and Wine Bar

Just ventured 8 minutes in the freezing cold to Sydney’s Martini bar. This is my first experience here.
I entered this little peaceful sanctuary playing relaxing jazz/​piano music. I was greeted by a girl just as inviting as the music. She seated us at a little round table in the back of the bar. A minute later I was approached by a wonderful charming young lady named Jay. She was very knowledgeable about the martinis and guided me to exactly what I wanted (the Leona) I’m a champagne freak. It was what she promised it to be. She was so friendly and inviting that next time I’m back I will only ask for her. :)
Great overall experience

I recently attended a small 40^th birthday party here and I really enjoyed the vibe of Sydney’s and the live band. It was only about 10 of us so we were able to enjoy the sofa area and the staff was great and set up a few appetizers for us while we partied. They served shrimp cocktail, spinach dip, and chips and salsa… everything was delicious as were the martini’s.

Went to Sydney’s last night and it was just plain awful. Waited close to an hour to get a drink at the bar. When my Appletini did arrive, it was cheap apple juice with a very small splash of vodka. Yes, apple juice. They charged over $ 11 for that mess. They literally had 4 servers/​bartendes on a night where they were hosting a planned event which drew a very large crowd. No space to move. The table placement severely impeded any ability to move around. While people complained about the awful service, instead of assisting, the manager in the red shirt was counting a pile of cash right at the bar.

Flatbreads are very good and so are the martinis, especially the one with the coconut rum added. Tuesday evenings are something special featuring Conversation & Cocktails from 7 — 10pm. It’s an exciting, sexy and definitely grown, group dialogue about the quirky side of relationships. It is hosted by Fly Ty of v101.9 and Jacinda Garabito of WCCB News. The Relationship Coach on board is Dr. Susan Flowers and on the turntable bringing a splash of fun to this eclectic mix, DJ Crazy T.

Here by myself and staff was awesomely friendly! Great place for singles and none singles! Great live jazz band playing… You gotta check it out for yourself!

This place is terrible. It took me at least 30 minutes to get my drinks. I ordered chicken nachos at 7:45 at 8:45 I canceled my order because it still had not arrived. Pricey drinks. No never again. Never!!! If I could give a negative star I would.

This place the potential to be an awesome spot for lovers of live jazz. But they definitely have to work on serving drinks in a timely fashion. I kid you not, it took 20 minutes to get our drinks. Additionally, it took 10 minutes to get our check and credit card. Again, the music is great but the service is terrible. I did not try any of the food.

Only giving this place 2 stars because the bartender was super friendly. Martinis are overpriced ($ 11) for the quality. Food is terrible. $ 9 Spinach Artichoke dip was out of a jar with stale tortilla chips out of a bag. $ 11 «Charcuterie» was a plate of cheap meats and cheeses. WAY overpriced for what it was. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else. There are plenty of places in Charlotte that are better for the money.

My cousin and I found this groovy spot while visiting in Charlotte. Our Waitress, Jayanna AKA J, couldn’t have been any better. She was warm, friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was nice and the band was good as well. My only complaint was that, in my opinion, the volume of the music did not need to be so loud. It was ear piercing, making it overwhelming and taking away from the full enjoyment of it. You literally had to yell into the ear of your party in order to for them to hear you. Totally unnecessary. We ordered drinks and a flat bread pizza. Everything came out great. Thanks J. I’ll be sure to tell fam and friends to ask to be served by you. Oh, tell them to ease up on the volume just a bit.

Nice place to have a drink but the servers were a little slow but once they got going it was on. Good place for couples or singles to mingle. The food is microwaved and awful. The pizza was a school lunch pizza and the chicken nachos were just chicken pieces over some nacho chips with melted cheese in the microwave. It was gross. But the drinks are great.

Sydney’s on a Friday night is a nice option for those who enjoy live jazz. There’s enough space here for every seat to be filled and there be room to breathe. This was the case last night, as my date and I were able to find a seat at the bar quickly. It didn’t take too long to get drinks while we waited on a table.
Unfortunately, after we were seated, no waitress ever came. We were sitting with another couple and the guys ended up returning to the bar to get another round. This place is cool, but service HAS to improve.
— I had a peach martini, which was tasty.
— The live music was nice, but not too loud.
— The air was out. Do better.
–The restrooms are a little out of the way and I would only go with a friend, as it’s down a hall with several mystery doors.

The band is good. drinks are awesome… Service is not so good… The waitress took our food order it’s been almost two hours and she comes back and states that she didn’t even put the order in… Geesh. Normally its not this bad. but tonight it’s horrible. if you come make sure you eat first…

Great happy fun and energetic
Went there tonight ⁶⁄₁₉ to celebrate friends birthday Band was awesome our waiter was top notch and above all friendly We will be coming back

I ordered chicken nachos and the chicken was from a can, as was the queso and salsa. Wine selection isn’t good but ½ off on Wednesdays, and the music was too loud. Service was extremely slow even before it became crowded. Will only go back to try the martinis.

Nice establishment went at night, gets very crowded, small, live bands. drinks and food over priced. would recommend if you like to sit and relax and listen to music as there is no room for dancing and it’s too loud to have good conversation

Sydney’s is located where Therapy Martini Bar used to be and, unfortunately, has the same dilemma after Therapy killed their great idea: expansion created way too much space in a stretched out design. It just doesn’t function well as an intimate, hip place. Finding the bathrooms almost requires a map especially after a couple libations!
Our service was good and our waitress was very friendly. I think she lacked training since she struggled with basic service skills. The good news is she has a winning personality well suited for success.
On the night we went they had live music and ½ price wine by the glass. Nice. The music was excellent but our friends thought it too loud (which is part of the problem with the layout). The downer was the basic barfood trying to act grown up. It didn’t work. Their entire menu needs a complete rework for what they are attempting. Our flat bread appeared to be a frozen entrée from Trader Joe’s and the Buffalo chicken queso reminded us of reheated jarred cheese from the grocery store with a handful of tortilla chips straight from the bag. Quantity was small – just enough for one – and price was $ 10 each (during happy hour).
We realize this location is a tough gig, and we are all hoping the new high-​rise apartments on 11^th will improve traffic. In the meantime, Sydney’s has to step up their game.

I came here last night for happy hour and had a really good time with some friends. The staff was great even after I made a mistake and knocked a drink right out of the waitress’ hand… oops I’m horrible lol. Speaking of drinks, they were really good too. The appetizers were all good as well. Both the spinach & artichoke dip and twin chicken & cheese quesadillas were outstanding.
As for the bar itself, it had a nice ambiance to it. They had a great selection of neo soul music playing softly in the background to where you can still have a good quiet conversation with someone without any issues (that’s for all my playas out there lol). What’s even better is that I was told that they have live music here on specific nights. Too add, I was also surprised at how spacious it was with plenty of seating available. I’m lazy so I hate arriving to a bar and theres no more seating available lol.
All in all, this martini bar is just what Charlotte needs and I can definitely see myself coming back here with friends on a regular basis.

Another wonderful night! The music is always great, the drinks, amazing, the food, awesome and the hostess is the best! She may not know your name but she remembers a face and that’s what it’s all about!!! Love this place!

I love this place! I’ve been here a couple of times and I’ve had fun each time. I order the same thing every time I go; apple martini — good and strong and the chicken quesadillas– very delicious!
The live music is always on point and they validate parking :-). Great place to hang out with friends or for date night.

The first time I went to Sydney’s was on a Wednesday after a Hornet’s game around 10 pm. I entered into an attractive crowd both men and women with a great band performing! (Ladies, you should have seen these guys in the band!) um. The drinks were nice and strong and the service was prompt. I was pleasantly surprised as I’ve been in search of a grown and sexy environment since my recent relocation to Charlotte two months ago.
So my husband I decided to visit Sydney’s again on a Friday night and again it was a great night. Another great jazz band. Beautiful well dressed couples and lots of eye candy for the singles. You can’t go wrong here. I believe they have a DJ that starts after the band around midnight.
As far as food is concerned. Everything that came out looked pretty tasty. I only had the shrimp cocktail which could have been presented in a better manner but I am a snob when it comes to food presentation. Definitely check it out.