Stopped in for a glass of wine and a snack after a movie with a few friends. We were drawn in by…read morethe wonderfully cozy ambiance, and very glad we were. The servers were very friendly, the wine was perfect, and the olives and sheep's cheese were delicious. Would go back!

Found this place by accident. They specialize in Greek wines. They have happy hour every day from 4…read more- 7 including weekends where they feature $9 glasses of wine. Choice of white, red, rose (I think), and orange (yes, orange) wine. The white was really good and I liked the red too. We got a cheese board which turned out to be a lot of food. Worth checking out.

Wow East Village! You have yourself a gem with Rake Wine Bar! We were waiting for our dinner…read morereservations and decided to stop in here for a pre-dinner drink and bite. I am SO glad we did. The vibe drew us in, they had great music bumpin from the outside, it looked lively and welcoming. Let me tell you- I would have skipped dinner and just stayed here all evening if it was my choice! But alas, my husband wanted a bit more to eat. But let me tell you- their knowledge of wine is PRISTINE! I can't tell you what white wine we had but they captured our tastes perfectly. We also shared a bruschetta and it was deliciouso! I love how friendly the staff was here and how unpretentious it all was. Next time we are in NYC- we will definitely make a point to come visit Rake!

My partner and I were looking for a great double date spot, so we decided to give Rake a try due to…read moreits relaxing vibe and multitude of bites we could share. First I'll start with the wine - we ended up trying all three happy hour wines (HH until 7), which the tables favorites were the white and we ended up getting a bottle to split once HH ended (but I really enjoyed the other vino verde option). It was incredibly refreshing and paired well with the many tinned fish options. As you'd expect - it's a pretty massive selection and there is bound to be a varietal and glass for any palate. It's also attached to a wine store - so it's fine to see all the bottles when peaking over. Food-wise - this is where it was hit or miss, they have a pretty extensive menu (with a whole tinned fish section!) and we ended up ordering the buratta on focaccia (buratta was excellent, focaccia was too dense for my tastes), mushroom truffle crostini (way too salty), the flatbread with sliced kielbasa (was fine), halloume (table favorite ), tinned sardines in lemon oil (delicious), tinned smoked trout (my favorite). Overall the four of us were very full at the end of the meal! The space itself felt very relaxing and rustic, and definitely got busier as the night went on (we got there at 6:50 and left around 9). The service was also fast and attentive - even for the amount of tables they were serving. Overall - I'd definitely go back again, and maybe just focus on the wine and another tinned fish selection!

a true neighborhood gem, even after 15 years…read more i came by while walking my dog to ask a question about their menu due to my family's food allergies. eva was behind the bar and saw me standing in front of the door, but not entering because i had my dog with me. she came out to greet me, fed my dog treats, and answered all my questions (!!!) she must have spent at least 15 minutes being a kind human being. sofia's just got a customer for life.

Very small cozy place with seats at the bar and music playing. It's dim inside and an intimate…read moresetting. The truffle burrata personal pizza was very good. It's big enough to share. The wines are good too. Cannolis for dessert. They have live music on certain days. Staff were very nice. Bathroom is down the stairs. Still dim lighting.

I found Lai Rai Wine Bar + Ice Cream just by passing it while walking around Chinatown one…read moreafternoon. It was beautiful weather out, and Lai Rai was a small bar instead with plenty of small tables outside. My friends and I grabbed a bottle of their Rose to split, and shared some coffee and banana leaf ice cream. The ice cream was slightly different texture from normal ice cream, but both flavors we tried were delicious. Additionally, we sat outside, and the place was perfect for an evening in NYC, with a bunch of opportunities for people watching. The vibe was chill and laid back, and it was a nice, relaxing end to our busy day filled with walking around. I will definitely be stopping by again on my next trip to NYC.

fish sauce caramel ice cream ($7) - dont be alarmed by the…read morefish sauce because this is probably the most unique ice cream ive had for the year that's quirky but also done well - the smell might throw you off a bit BUT it WAS CERTIFIED DELECTABLE; it was a blend of savory, umami, and sweet coffee ice cream ($7) - pretty standard coffee ice cream - im a fan bc i love coffee and its flavor Hana Makgeolli, Sagwaju - BTB ($76) - makgeolli esque type wine - forgot how it tasted but it was pretty good rating: 4.5/5 - I LOVE; im kinda dying to go back because the ice cream was so unique and yummy; it was a little bit pricey but the quality and presentation were on point; wine was super yummy too - im also biased because i like the concept of wine and ice cream, which not a lot of places do - although it's a bit small, crowded, and seats can be hard to find, once you find a spot and get situated the vibe is immaculate; it's casual yet cozy, cute, lively, and intimate; it's a perfect spot for dates and with friends - quick service; was really busy inside and we didnt order food so nothing much to note there - hoping theyd expand their store - definitely going back in the future IG: @nom.noms.only

Dimly hit, cozy, charming wine bar tucked in Doyers Street -- lovely ambiance and service! We came…read moreon a Friday night around 10pm, wanting a wine+dessert nightcap, and we were seated right away (very busy still!) We had a glass each of the Spanish white ($16) and the California Chardonnay ($18), and the highly rated 'Eight Treasures Sticky Toffee Rice Pudding' was delish -- loved the textures, and the citrus zing with the toffee flavor.

Friend and I were able to be seated at the counter on Monday evening with no res & a 30min wait. We…read moreordered the celtuce and sesame Shao bing, mustard greens with rice cakes, cat ear noodle, short rib, taro rice, and the sticky rice pudding with toffee. The food was all quite good, but the standouts were the cat ear noodle and short rib. Although the celtuce (with the kombu jelly) was unique, I'd probably pass that next time. We tried their Riesling and a chilled red by the glass. I'd be interested in trying a wine from their bottle list another time. Next time I'd have a drink and a bite, not a full dinner, for my wallets sake :) Lovely ambiance and friendly service.

Was unfortunately pretty disappointed by this spot, as the interior is very cute, but the wines and…read moreappetizers are a bit lacking. There are quite a few Western European and middle eastern wines, which didn't suit the tastes of the group. Additionally, the hummus, olives, and almonds all tasted a bit off. However, our server was incredibly kind!

Very cozy in the back, just the vibe I wanted. Came by on a Thursday evening after work and the…read moreserver was very friendly and attentive. Had a couple of glasses of the rose (can't remember which specific one) but it was delicious!

Great atmosphere and good service. Really liked the wine options with lots of organic and kosher…read moreoptions. The hummus and labneh dishes were good but not great. Very cute outdoor dining space.

ZiZi Wine Bar is one of those rare places that makes you feel like you're on vacation without…read moreleaving New York. The vibe? Chic but not pretentious. The teal walls and glowing wine bottles make it look like someone with taste and a passport designed the space. The food is outstanding. The cauliflower was smoky and rich, the hummus was silky enough to qualify as skincare, and the lamb... let's just say it didn't last long. Even the wine glasses have personality, literally, ZiZi's face on them. Service was great, portions perfect for sharing, and everything came out like it was plated by someone who actually cares. If you're into Mediterranean food, good wine, and pretending you have better life balance than you really do, this place is your spot.

yeah boiiii…read more phenomenal. perfection. snagged a res for the ladys birthday and was so so so excited to finally be at Sunn's. went into thinking it was traditional korean, but was actually really fusioned with french/new american flavors, but never forgot its korean roots. everything was divine, and the service was exceptional. sat at chefs table; man that tiny ass kitchen is a miracle. was really suprised with the soondabo. feel like i've ever only had one flavor profile, but chef sunn was telling me how she was inspired by pozole as a rift on the dish. i have had a lot better banchan before thoooo thanks for having us and making the night so special! excited to come back

Sunn's is a really nice elevated Korean spot tucked into a tiny space right off the F train in…read moreChinatown. The room is intimate, the wine was excellent, and service was warm and on point. The hwe crudo was refreshing and delicious, and the salad was also a standout -- bright, crisp, and really well-balanced. But the best thing we had by far was the dak mandu, the crab/chicken dumplings. Those alone are worth coming back for. The ssam lettuce wraps were good, though they read a little more like Jewish brisket with a spicy bean sauce than what I expected from a Korean lettuce wrap. Still tasty, just a different vibe. Honestly, this would've been a 5-star meal if I didn't leave with three mosquito bites. Great food, great service, great wine -- just maybe bring bug spray.

One of my favorite wine bars!! I went on Sunday for their $33 bottles (4-8pm), but also on Mondays…read morethey have $18 flights! The energy is very romantic and chic, and their food is also very good!! Some plates are quite small but they taste fantastic.

Finding wine bar hidden gems are on my to-do list this year and I really loved this place! Located…read morein the heart of the East Village you'll find a cozy/intimate spot which is perfect for a date night. They have a bunch of dishes to select from and kitchen is open for a specific time frame that I didn't get to try but need to come back for. Their wine options were pretty good (White wine is my favorite!) and the Red wine was very rich and yummy. Loved the atmosphere and everyone here was super inviting!

The doors pull back so it's half outside, great wine selection and friendly service!…read more We had the Fig, jambon and goat cheese tartine and the mushroom, ricotta and truffle tarte - both were awesome! No complaints, a great place to grab a drink and have a bite!

Great cozy wine bar in the UWS with friendly staff. Came here to grab a few more glasses of wine…read moreand they had a pretty good selection. The charcuterie board was really good too. I'll def be back when I'm craving wine and cheese!