Le Dive was a nice stop before a show. The atmosphere is cozy and cool, with that relaxed, hip energy that makes it easy to settle in even for a quick visit. The staff were also really accommodating and kindly let us move seats so I wasn't sitting directly in the sun, which I appreciated. The food was great for such a quick stop. The charcuterie board was an excellent value, with a generous amount of meats, pickles, and olives, all of which tasted fresh and flavorful. The fries were also quite good: thin, super crispy, and perfect with the mayo on the side. We kept it simple with a beer and an Aperol spritz, both refreshing and exactly what we wanted before heading out for the night. Overall, a brief but really enjoyable experience. read more

Had the most amazing time here last night! Off to bat, the staff were super attentive and friendly. I had to go to the bathroom pretty bad and a server walking by without asking let me use the bathroom in their unopened downstairs bar. Throughout the night, our server was great at helping us break down which wine we wanted giving very detailed descriptions and answering questions. Plus, the manager of this place is a gem. He laughed with us and we shared stories, genuinely a great guy who helped our experience feel extra special! The wine and tapas were all great. The ambience is almost like an European summer vibe, with tables closely sitting together on the street and everyone laughing and drinking wine. I'm visiting from SF and this is hands down my favorite place I've been! read more

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This is my friend's go-to spot for wine and light bites, and it was my first time visiting. I wasn't disappointed. I arrived a little early and all the tables were reserved, but we lucked out with seats at the window bar, which ended up being perfect for people-watching. We started with a couple of small plates, which are great if you want to share and try a variety of things on the menu. First up were the steak frites and a charcuterie board (meat-focused). The portions were on the smaller side, but the flavor definitely delivered. The fries were so good, and the steak was cooked beautifully, juicy and well-seasoned. The charcuterie board was pretty standard: a few meats, some bread, and pickled vegetables. Nothing groundbreaking, but perfect for snacking. We also tried a bubbly rosé that tasted almost like a light cider. really enjoyable and easy to drink. Since it turned into a full girls' day, we switched up to their cocktail menu. I had their take on a dirty martini, which was strong but incredibly smooth and delicious. We also got the fromage plate--very small portion-wise, but the cheeses themselves were great. The waitstaff was attentive and friendly throughout the night. Even as the place filled up, they checked in often and made sure we had everything we needed. Overall, it's a great spot for a cozy night out with friends, especially if you're in the mood for wine, small bites, and good vibes. read more

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Le Dive is exactly the kind of place you go intending to have one drink and somehow end up staying all night. I only had the Vesper, but it was excellent--ice cold, perfectly balanced, and strong enough to justify grabbing a slice on the way home. Tiny tables, crowded sidewalks, great people-watching. read more

To preface: This review might fully be on me. Ordered a drink from the menu that turned out to be non-alcoholic (came in a smidge tipsy to be fair). Still a nice ambience and wish we got a seat upstairs! Need to return for sure! Cheers! read more

Le Dive - Said non alcoholic (confused by menu) - Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Decent bar I wouldn't call it a Dive. The steak tartare was a perfect blend. It's very narrow and small. If you're claustrophobic I do not advise coming here. read more

Le Dive - Bars Near Me - New York, New York

I've been wanting to try this place for awhile, and I am so glad I did! I am very much a burger person, and it did not disappoint. The fries were also amazing and we were given a large portion! (Great to share if you're not super hungry). What surprised me the most was how much I loved my drink! The French 75 was one of the best I've had, and I am very picky about this drink! The reason this place gets 4 stars instead of 5 is because of how small it is and crammed the tables are together. Although I still enjoyed the ambiance and vibe of the place, I do wish the tables were spaced out just a littleeee bit more. read more

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Came here with a friend and didn't feel like drinking, so we ordered lemonades. The girl got rlly frustrated which I understand but she was definitely being slightly passive with us. And we seemed rushed out of there read more

In the middle of Dimes Square, Le Dive serves as a spot to casually catch up with friends and provides prime people watching. Came here on a Thursday evening with a friend after dinner nearby. There was a line to be seated but plenty of tables available both inside and outdoors. We opted for an outdoor table. My friend got the standard margarita and I got a gin martini. Both of them were solid drinks. Service was friendly and they don't bother you, which is nice. Only downside is that there is only a single restroom, so you may have to wait in a line to use it. Otherwise, Le Dive is a nice spot to hit if you're in the area. read more

Le Dive has a fun, scene-y vibe and a good mix of people watching. The food was good, the wine was solid, and sitting outside made it even better. Service was really good. The only knock is the area, which is definitely not the most charming part of New York, but once you're seated, it's easy to enjoy the place. Overall, a good spot for wine, food, and a little downtown energy. read more

Great wine selection with delicious small plates menu. We stopped for a happy hour/work group drink thing and we really enjoyed it. Cute set up, friendly staff. We got a couple of bottles of the gamay (so good!) and split a few apps. The tartare was a bit overdressed for my liking but solid. The charcuterie and the fried artichokes were on point. Definitely a good wine bar to hang out at. read more

Le Dive was a fun bar with a downstairs section as well. The basement was SUPER loud and foggy. The gin and tonic was also super strong haha

Went to check out what was playing at the Metrograph, there was a big event for Devil Wears Prada 2. Got a table at Le Dive and had a fantastic Margarita that had yuzu, it was really really good. Got some fries and then got the falafel and a glass of their Macabeu. All amazing. Weather was perfect, food was delicious, wine was superb. Being outside and around such great energy of other patrons made for an experience tres fantastique in little old Manhattan. Thank you Le Dive and everyone who works there for a super Tuesday evening. read more

Most come here for drinks, I come here for food. It's just always on point. Tuna Nicoise is a must have. And I'm obsessed with their artichoke - having it here sent me on a journey for the best artichoke dish in Manhattan. So far no competition. It's so simple yet so right. Can't go wrong with falafel, ricotta, Bibb lettuce, beef tartare and FRENCH FRIES here. I'm a fan of their curry mussels too. But beware! It's messy splatter prone so if you're dressed up, it's a danger zone. Always appreciate a place that has a wide variety of non alcoholic drinks too! Le Dive reigns in all categories beside table availability. That's a rough one. But be nice and patient and they'll squeeze you in. read more

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I came here with my two friends for a cute wine bar experience and we got exactly that! The lighting was perfect and service was fast and amazing. Very sweet. I got the french 75 and it was really well made. The tuna tartare was amazinggg as well. Not bad of prices. Definitely need a reservation made beforehand though as it was busy on a Friday night. read more

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Quaint spot we walked in on a Sunday afternoon just to get a drink while we waited for our to go Order at the golden diner. We sat at the bar and ordered two paper planes. They were really good and refreshing and the service was prompt. We didn't eat but the burger looked popular. read more

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Went here for a drink while waiting on nearby reservation and it was quite busy. Service was fine nothing notable and would do a more in depth review when we try their food. There is a bar and two levels for seating but still rather tight inside read more

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Extraordinarily considerate, helpful staff. Very, very consistent food. Certainly the best artichoke and dip I have had with the beet salad. We always have the steak frite. read more

To start, let's be honest... my Wife and I might be a little too old and not cool enough to hang at Le Dive, but we jumped right in and had a great time. We had a few drinks at the bar while we waited for an ideal table to open up. The drinks were solid and well created. The bartenders were attentive and kind. I expected to be ignored, but they acknowledged us immediately and showed us patience and (much appreciated) attention. Isaac was especially amazing! NOTE: we had reservations for the basement, but the hostess was so nice about our table request and delivered to our expectations to be upstairs by a window. As for the food, it really did take us back to a small dive bar in Paris where the food was on point and the drinks were great and the wine perfectly matched. For starters we shared the Endive & Fennel and the Ricotta. The Ricotta is a MUST TRY dish! The flavors in this dish are well balanced with sweet and savory. I liked the Fennel, but it was different than I expected based on the description. We shared the Steak Frites and I think this dish is a reason to visit Le Dive. Steak was perfectly cooked and the frites were small and crispy just the way we like them. Everything was on point! Lastly, we had wine by the glass and for just $15 - $17 a glass we had some delicious wines... Thank you Le Dive for allowing us to be cool for a night and feel young again! Also, thank you for being so kind and loving and providing great service to an over 50 couple from Texas. We'll be back! read more

Genuinely a social experiment. The margarita is like $25 and they give you 2 ounces of drink with a massive ice cube illusion in it. Service is awful it reflects that of Europe. Everyone is rude and slow. Ambiance is mid at best, very small space. read more

Loved this place. Been meaning to go for a while. Went on a Friday night, and the place was pretty buzzy around 10:30. I've been to some of the other locations by the restauranteur, and this one was the best. Very good house mezcal Negronis Will definitely be back read more

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Came by with some friends on a busy Thursday night, thankfully we had a reservation so we sat right away. We ended up staying awhile so we saw the bar go from the after work crowd to the getting ready to go to the club in the basement crowd (& yes there is really a small dance club in the basement). The food here is served tapas style so we ordered a few dishes for the table. Started with a frontage & charcuterie (these are separate & the charcuterie is actually just meat. The meat plate came out pretty full & the frontage plate or cheese seemed lacking in comparison but we were three girls hanging out so it wasn't the end of the world. We also ordered a stuff mushroom & a steak frites for the table. Both of these are must orders! Very good, the steak was cooked perfectly & the sauce from the stuffed mushrooms were to die for. We soaked up the rest with our fries & leftover bread from the cheese plate. Drinks are a little pricy without the matching heavier pour but overall we had a good time. The busier it gets the less we saw of our server but that makes sense because at one point the bar was three people deep & it's not a big enough spot to move around easily. read more

Le Dive - Fromage & charcuterie plates - Bars Near Me - New York, New York

The food was good, but I cannot get past poor service. After having to stand for nearly 30 min to get a table, I was given dirty glassware. When I pointed it out to the waitress, instead of replacing it, she defended the smudges and insisted it's fine drink out that glass even though I'd requested another. The other glasses nearby didn't have the sediment/residue on them. The waitress also wasn't very knowledgeable about the wine when asked and didn't check on the table much. The bar staff was friendly, though I would not say it's worth your time and money since service seems to be hit or miss. read more

Lolll i kind of understand the low rating but i also think the food here is amazing and its an addicting spot to people watch at which made me enjoy the experience a lot. Like there are many characteristics of a dime square establishment that r so entertaining in a myriad of ways but i still thought this place managed to run a tight ship despite it all. We came at around 7:30 on a wednesday and waited around 15 mins for a table for 2 The radishes and butter are a nice simple side and the mushroom pate really surprised me with how savory and delicious it was. The texture was velvety and smooth. The skin contact wines they had, if they were a little lighthanded, were delicious. The fries r a mustttt. Yum read more

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I mean anyone that's a downtown girlie loves Le Dive. A Dime's Square staple. Great vibes always. Great espresso martinis, it's the perfect "let's grab a drink" spot. I went to an event in the downstairs space, great vibes, you really feel like you're in Paris at a French speakeasy. The team is also great, they're always busy but that doesn't affect the customer service in any way. read more

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Esoteric wines and lively ambiance. The experience is great when weather is warm. I enjoyed the honey ricotta + bread. read more

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Paris meets LES. Do you feel like you're in the European café as you people watch and face the street. The best food we ate was the steak, french fries, clams. Drinks were overpriced but you go to be seen and people watch. Great place for smaller groups 2-4. Would go back for the summer read more

Food, Drinks, and Food Runners were exceptional, Server was trying to rush us the minute we got there and then would disappear. We were told we had 90 minutes for our reservation and were being rushed out after 50 minutes. There's a way to let customers know that the restaurant is busy without being rude. Tables seated before us were still at the restaurant when we left. Tables next to us spent 1/3 of our bill so it would behoove them to be kinder. Overall it impacted our evening negatively and we left feeling disappointed. read more

I'll concede that for pop-ins without plans, Le Dive's stylishly sparse digs with plenty of bar stool seating felt like a pretty chill spot to stop into, especially mid week like when I visited. Without the cool Dimes Square/LES set, my quiet Wednesday night visit saw lower energy than I would've liked. I still relished the stillness and the natural wine list. I'd like to return on a livelier evening but I am glad I didn't have to fight through any crowds. If it weren't always cited as a go-to late night spot among restaurant insiders I'm not sure I'd find this place noteworthy at all. read more

Stopped in for a round of drinks. Le Dive is a charming bar. The space is so cozy and chic, you'll be tempted to stick around for a while. I really enjoyed the marg, it was a nice blend of spicy and Smokey. Would have liked to explore more of the menu if we had more time! read more

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As you approach Le Dive, you're transported to a cool Parisian cafe. We visited on a nice, unseasonably warm November Saturday, and we soaked up the rays from one of the nice two-top cafe tables that lined the front of the restaurant. It was the perfect space to people watch and enjoy the weather. The menu has classic French bistro food - think steak frites, pates, cheese and charcuterie, etc. We really enjoyed the mushroom pâté. We also ordered the steak tartare and pork rillettes, which were solid. The wine list is comprehensive, featuring orange wines and very trendy skin contact options. Service was fast and professional. Insider's Tip: Get your coffee before coming to Le Dive. We asked for a coffee, but the waitress said they don't serve coffee with the explanation "this is a dive" read more

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Super cute spot. Great indoor-outdoor energy, feels like an old time diner. Small tables, and super close next to one another. Menu isn't huge, but think small plates. Drinks were good and strong. I enjoyed my Daiquiri. Pricing was a little expensive but they're food seems a bit higher tier (tuna tartare, beef, pate, etc). Staff was a little / maybe worked out of order - some other tables that sat down after us got waited on / served food first. read more

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Le Dive... dives into French vibes This new spot has a cool chic feel to it. There are many small outdoor tables perfect for a date to as there is a lot going on in the area especially on the weekend. Great spot to grab a few Biers / cocktails with fries. In short: - Good date spot - Fun area read more

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Another new bar from Jon Neidich and Golden Age Hospitality, shortly after the opening of their popular The Nines. This is another fun spot, fully open to the outside with tables facing the street. It's a small menu of lighter bites, and everything we tried was delicious. Definitely get the Tuna Nicoise ($19) and some perfect fries for snacking. read more

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Can only comment on drinks and fries as that's what we got. Fries were very, very crispy. The were the extra thin shoe string fries that are light and seasoned well. The absolute peak French fry shape. I tried an espresso martini. I'm not an alcohol guy, but it was pretty enjoyable. Only the slightest hint of an alcohol aftertaste. I could only drink half so I gave out the rest to my much more alcoholically inclined buddies, and they said that was a perfect espresso martini. I guess if a non-drinker and an alcoholic can agree a drink is good, then it's gotta be good. read more

Fries were good. I sat at the bar - bartenders were inattentive & borderline aloof. Would maybe recommend if you're in the area and want a spot to quickly grab a tapas style bite. Don't go out of your way for this. read more

easily one of my fav places I tried when I was in nyc. le dive is a small intimate wine bar that has a simple yet perfect menu. the inside is so cute and the wine was delicious. they have a bar food menu as well, we tried the fries and the oyster off of it and were super pleased. service was quick and straight to the point. a must go if you're in the area and a place I'd absolutely go back to in a heartbeat. read more

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A spot to get together with friends for small bites and wine on your summer evenings. Vibe: 10/10 this place absolutely crushes the ambiance. Good soft music, excellent crowd, and at sunset the area looks beautiful. People watching a huge bonus. Food/Drinks: 7/10. Not anything super special and food is a bit pricier than one would like but the charcuterie and fromage were very solid as bites during our experience. I appreciated the fruits with the cheese or pepperoncini with the meats. Not an extensive list of wines, but the curated selection has something for everyone. Skin contact wines seem to be the preferred choice. Service: 8/10. With a crowd this big it's hard to master service at the right intervals. However, they have been great at pouring wine, refilling water, replacing cutlery as needed when they do show up. Overall: 8.3/10, would come again! read more

Le Dive - Charcuterie plate and rosé - Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Who doesn't love a nice ironically placed French article in front of an English word - as if to convey that the offerings here are simultaneously high-brow and low-brow? Notwithstanding such commentary, the bar had the perfect amount of crowding on a Thursday evening. My gin cocktail and the ricotta plate were both very good, and I would definitely return to try a larger plate. read more

What a find! A bit of Paris in Chinatown???? Quaint space with attentive service, delightful cocktails and food to match. "Service by Mario " was on point! read more

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