Bin 71 is a charming wine bar on the Upper West Side perfect for wasting away an afternoon. The inside of Bin 71 is small, and can get very loud when it gets crowded but it has a cozy feeling. The bartenders are always on top of their game, getting drinks and orders out quickly. There is a wide selection of food and wines, I am particular to the Syrah. The cheese plate here is also well priced if you're looking for a snack. read more

Wonderful little spot to catch up with a friend or meet a date. The wine list is terrific. My friend had the meatballs and raved about them. My salad was a good size portion and the leaves were fresh, which made the canned beets a disappointment. Nice crew who works there... read more

After watching the Yankees win the World Series at a nearby bar, we were recommended Bin 71 for dinner. When we first showed up, two of us wanted to bail because it looked more like a busy, crowded wine bar than a place that served food. The third person in our party convinced us to stay (lack of better options in the area) and the waitress cleared off a table and sat us down. I forgot what we had (a LOT of dishes), but holy crap. That was the most amazing drunken feast I had ever had. I'll have to come back here again and try it out when sober! read more

Although I wasn't blown away by the selection or variety of wines by the glass, they do have a decent by the bottle list. What I was pleasantly surprised by was the quality of the food! We passed on some of the $20 apps (please -for a pasta appetizer???), but the pate was fresh and delicious, the crostini tasty, the sardines yummy - everything we ordered was very good and fresh. Although our server was not really a *wine* guy, he was attentive and kept the water coming. I actually liked that the place was buzzing with people and it felt tight but cozy. I would go again. read more

I've been here twice now. Very intimate and comfortable setting. Staff and owner are fun, attentive and engaging. Music is in the background, allowing you to carry on a conversation, but just loud enough that you can enjoy it. Cheese and meat platter selections are awesome and they really made the entire experience special. Wine menu is extensive and has something for everyone. If I lived closer, I'd spend a lot of time in this gem. We haven't explored the food menu further. Next time... read more

Cute little place right on Columbus but the small plates here are really SMALL. Maybe even chincy. The wine pours are good - decent but not impressive collection. Kind of forgettable. read more

I lived in the neighborhood for 22 years and this was my place. Comfortable atmosphere , delicious food and very interesting choices of wine. The bartenders are very welcoming . read more

Here are the notes on Bin71 that I typed to myself on my phone at the end of the night: "Tiny, cramped, crowded, no service, no vibe/identity, left without sitting down" That just about sums it up. The place seems alright and I bet it's not horrible, but my date and I looked around for a minute or two and took seats at a table for a few more minutes before walking out. Nobody seemed to be working here except a bartender and a non-English speaking busboy... so it basically seemed like there was no service at all. The busboy just stared at us like we were at the wrong place. At least if the service were poor I could say that maybe on a different night the service could improve... unfortunately I can't even say that. Bin 71? More like I 'bin' given better service at McDonald's... read more

Grilled Octopus and Calamari Salad are 2 of my fave dishes...and seeing them on the menu is what led me here (I've passed by here countless times over the years and never stopped in). Both dishes (which few places make well) were outstanding and delicious, and the service was great. So, I'll definitely make it a point to stop back in the future. It's a small place with somewhat communal and bar seating inside with outside seating as well...though I believe service may be better inside due to sheer proximity to the servers. read more

Have a great glass of Rioja and skirt steak and summer salad at bin 71. This place is always reliable. Had an awesome Pana cotta and the service is great read more

I had lunch here yesterday and it was fine. It's a small space and everyone is sort of up in everyone's business, which is kind of annoying. The cheese plate is $19 for three, which is expensive but you do get a lot of cheese for what you're paying. The slabs are big. I ordered the cheapest red wine, which was a $10 Merlot and it was good. Not my favorite wine bar in the area, but it's a good option seeing as most of the others aren't open for lunch. read more

A local friend brought me to her neighborhood wine bar. We stopped by for a glass of wine, and ended up staying a few hours a few glasses, a bottle and dinner later. I heart Bin 71 and wish I had one in my hood! The space is quite small and we were lucky that one end of a high table opened up right when we arrived (Sun 6 PM). We started with two glasses and selection of three cheeses, that the bartender helped choose. We loved the wine, and also smelled our neighbors' dish and decided to stay for dinner. The meatballs with a lemon broth that we dipped bread in and the baked oysters were both great options. The girl behind the bar was fabulous, great and honest recommendations, and also great understanding of customer service. Some of the other reviews are contradictory, and I don't disagree. I wouldn't come here with a huge group or quick drink on a Fri or Sat night. Also might be high risk for a first date if you can't get a seat, though could be great fourth or fifth. For a small group looking to spend some quality time with each other and some food and wine, this is a fantastic venue. read more

This is a cute wine stop in the upper west side. It's small cozy and has a good wine selection. I personally have never been here for dinner just to grab a quick bite and wine. I'd say if you are in the area and looking to check out a good wine bar, this is a good spot to check out. read more

Great option in the UWS, probably the best wine bar in the area. Try the octopus and the apple crumble. read more

I like this place, but I don't love it. It's really small, and they don't do a good job making the space feel big. Also, last time I was there, the place was so hot, that my friend and I ordered a bottle of champagne to cool ourselves off. Unfortunately, it was so insanely hot that we felt compelled to down the bottle in about 10 minutes, and get the hell out of there before we passed out from heat stroke. I'll return in the cooler months where it might be easier for Bin 71 to control their temperature. read more

Bin 71 is a great place to have a glass (or 3) of wine and catch up with a friend. However, know that it's really tiny and has very limited seating space. Around the bar, there are maybe 14 seats, and there are maybe 10 others along the sides of the space. Beyond that, there is very little room for standing while you stalk those seats. On nice days, they also have a few tables and chairs outside. I like the wines I've tried, from the pinotage to the montepulciano. As for food, I recommend the cheese plate (3 is a good number), the wonderful grilled octopus, and the pate plate. They have a pretty good list of food items, all good for sharing. Definitely a lovely place for wine and food. I really enjoyed it and look forward to going back again. read more

Bin 71 is a great neighborhood spot for any occasion. If you are looking to snack on a tasty cheese plate or grilled octopus, this is the spot. The wine has a diverse variety and the proseco is my favorite choice. The staff is extremely attentive and my glass is never empty. If you are a single guy, this is a no brainer destination since it is packed with women all of the time. read more

Bin 71 was very loud and very hot on Sunday afternoon in July. The fans moved hot air around and the afternoon sun complicated an already uncomfortable experience. The discomfort was best appreciated when stepping in the adjacent lingerie shop--the air conditioning made me want to stay and shop. The wine list was nice, but it was difficult to enjoy wine and cheese platter in the environment there that day. We will return and hope for cool temp and less noise. read more

Meh. A friend and I walked in here last night after walking down the wasteland that is Columbus Ave on a Saturday night for twenty minutes. It was warm and there was booze, so it was good enough. And that's about all it was- good enough if you don't feel like walking any further, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go here again. The place was PACKED. It is so small! The bartender was helpful in hunting down a bar stool for us, but otherwise the service was forgettable. The waiter didn't crack a smile, or for that matter even say two words to us the entire night. Decent pours, nice dish of olives, but nothing spectacular. Unless you're desperate, keep walking. read more

Horrible experience at this place!! Awful food, their fries and some other things were clearly frozen food. When I got the check, I noticed that they included more drinks than we actually had plus they already included the tip without telling us in case we didn't notice so they got double tip. Finally, I forgot my helmet there and I left when they were closing but when I called the morning after they told me that it wasn't there and they are not responsible for personal belongings left there - clearly the restaurant's staff took it. There are plenty of great restaurants on the UWS with much better food and way nicer staff so unless you want to get scammed don't go here! read more

Cute place. Nice wine selections and there was a very good looking crowd of people that came in and out of here. The bartenders/servers were REALLY great. Service was a 5. It's a smaller and more intimate wine bar than some of the other ones in the area, but its character is just as big as them all. Perfect for a date and after dinner drinks. read more

Came to Bar 71 on a Friday around 10pm - Yes I know this is rush hour for many places in Manhattan - but that's why I stuck around for a drink instead of turning around and leaving. First of all this place is tiny inside but does offer some seating on the sidewalk. The bar offers wine and beer and I was very happy with a sparkling red as was my date with his glass of red. The place is really cute and also serves food that looked pretty good. The only downside was the fact that we were literally packed in like sardines. I swear the whole crowd had to rotate every time the door opened! Like I said we stayed for a glass and we hoped that a seat or even a high top counter would open up for us to stand by but no such luck. We finished our glasses and moved on to the next place. I would like to try to come back hopefully at and earlier or later time when it is not so busy -- but then again there are so many places to try in this city. read more

Tiny but cozy. Great selection of wines by the glass. Reasonable prices. Wonderful charcuterie plate. Will return. read more

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Great Date bar! Small intimate cozy!! Great ambiance, music and wait staff! A must as a first time or many times meet up!

Live in the neighborhood and stumbled upon this place. Great ambiance for an evening drink, and terrific nosh menu. Will definitely be back!

My husband and I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. We had just left the Hayden Planetarium and were ready to eat in the neighborhood. We were actually headed to a different restaurant on foot, when we spotted Bin 71 and the sign "Craft Beers". That's all my husband needed... so we headed over. The restaurant is very small and cozy, so maybe not walk in with a party of 12. However, we tried it out and were welcomed by Jaime and Amy at the bar. What lovely ladies! They were professional, friendly, the food was high quality and damned tasty. It was a great way to spend our last night in New York City for the holidays! Treat yourself! read more

This is my go to place for a quick bite and a glass. Total neighborhood hang out and frequented by many an ABC anchor. I only wish the owner would open one on the east side!!! Even my west coast friends make this their first stop when in the city. read more

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They serve a lot of small plates and delicious drinks. We had a great time. The staff was very pleasant and it was really laid back. We could bring our dog. We enjoyed the oysters and go cheese bread appetizer and lobster rolls. Will go back! read more

It's about the size of my two closets put together. Overwhelmingly large bar dominates the small space. V. good Reisling, but almost got clocked by the server as he winged the glass at me. read more

Bin 71 is one of my favorite places in the city. The food is absolutely outstanding. Not naming any names, but I went to a wine bar about 20 blocks north of Bin....well, there was no comparison. Bin the BEST. I had literally hands-down the best soup of my life there -- the tomato, cauliflower, corn soup. So simple, yet so perfect! I also highly recommend the meatballs in lemon broth. Let's face it, ALL the food there is stellar. Fabulous wine list, of course. Wonderful service, lovely atmosphere. They have outdoor seating in the warmer months. Cozy in the winter. Couldn't recommend it more highly! read more

We love this place and come here when ever we are in town. Service at the bar is great. Kale Caesar and cod stew are go to's for us. Food portions are generous and very tasty. Highly recommended for alll times but winter at the bar is the best! Rocky and Maddie are amazing and handled a growing crowd on a Sunday afternoon with ease. We could sit here all day. read more

I've been coming here since I moved to NYC. Great low key vibe, lots of regulars, and good food and wine (and beer). Get the pistachio gelato for dessert. read more

Damn, I don't know why there isn't more love for this place. Yes, it is VERY small, but we were lucky enough to stop by late afternoon on a weekday, so it was not crowded. Got a couple of chairs at the bar, ordered some 6 Point beer, and enjoyed listening to the bartenders iPod playlist, which included Blind Pilot, Bon Iver, and lots of other great picks. Enjoyed a cold plate of figs, prosciutto, and marscapone. If it's not crowded, this is a great little spot. read more

Very small tapas style place. Most seats are at the bar but there is a shared table in the restaurant for a group of 5-6. Come here for drinks or glass of wine and maybe a light bite with a friend. They play sports on a TV at night which I think kills the vibe of the place but it is what it is. Definitely a good neighborhood joint. read more

Great little place in the neighborhood! Nice large wine selection, some good beers, and really good food. It is a bit pricey, but just such a nice little place. It really gets too crowded on weekend evenings, but during the daytime of weekdays, this is THE perfect spot to just chill. read more

Wine list is large but not alot of complex wines by the glass....so impossible to give it more than 3 stars at the onset. The bartenders don't seem to know the wines very well or rather they don't really want to take the time to give a good recommendation. It gets very crowded, standing room only....not many places to sit until they put their tables outside during wamer weather. They have expanded their menu to some heavier h'ordeurves which are quite good. Something about the mostly stand-up crowd leaves me uncomfortable with the ambience. It's like having someone come in to your home and not take off their coat. Their bartenders' consistent ambivalence sends me an empty message, so I give it 2 stars and I move on. read more

This place gets backed quickly and is super small but its a really lively, fun atmosphere. They have a good selection of wine and its not as pricey as other wine bars although its no bargin either. Definetly a fun place to go with your friends but come early or be willing to wait around for a chair to free up! read more

this place is great-- at times. if you dont want to feel like youre packed into a sardine can, don't go on a sunny after-work outdoor happy hour day, because it will be packed and you won't get a seat, someone will bump your glass of wine with their elbow, and you'll spill it down the front of your dress, which you will either find refreshing because this place also gets pretty hot when packed with so many people, or annoying, if it's red wine and it stains.. but i digress (as always).. if you want to enjoy the small wine bar charm of this UWS spot, i would recommend that you go here at night, on the late site, perhaps a bit earlier than midnight. this is a great place to go after the Met Opera or after a night time walk through central park. this place can even be quite romantic if you go at the right time. the staff is helpful and friendly, they pour with a heavy arm, so you'll get more like 1.5 glasses of wine per pour, and they have some nice selections of finger foods as well. risk: crowded sardine-can atmosphere if you go at the wrong time reward: right time, right place read more

Bin 71 was the perfect place to catch up with a visiting relative on a cold night. She liked it so much she returned two days later! Wonderful experience. read more

Very loud. You can hardly hear your co-patron. The wine list was lacking. It's a wine bar, so yes that made me drop the star rating. There are many wine bars, and I have frequented many of them. This place isn't horrible or anything, but if I'm at a wine bar I want varietals I recognize plus new ones to try. There was just to much lacking in all aspects to give this place a better rating. read more