I've passed by the other madame bonte coffee shops almost daily and did not see expect this…read morelocation to have a completely different area downstairs. It was way bigger than I expected. We made it just in time for some happy hour, bring on the muled wine. Then continued the night with a wine flight and some Lambrusco for me. Before coming here I forgot how good a Lambrusco is and this really reminded me by having it as an option in the flight then by the glass. For food I had the whipped ricotta and the arugula salad, I mainly was craving the whipped ricotta but that ended up having a lighter flavor and the salad was my preferred dish. The servers were great though, we stayed almost to closing after a friends jacket on the coat rack was taken by a different patron and we waited until they could come back and swap. Thank you to the servers for helping track down the other customer and getting that situation taken care of.

Really cute space on the lower level. Prices were standard for the neighborhood. Drinks were good…read moreand service was attentive. The food was lackluster though... we ordered 5 things but none of them were special, except maybe the flatbread (mushroom ricotta). I'd go back but consider it a drinks spot, not an impressive kitchen.

Vanguard on the UES is a gem. It's what you want from a wine bar, moody and cozy. Soft…read moreconversations can be heard around you. Vanguard does well with providing an element of class and elegance, feelings you expect at an establishment such as this. The food menu isn't something to write home about but it is enough for what you need from a wine bar, in my opinion. The service was great. I'm not knowledgeable about wine so I had my fair share of questions, but they were all answered gracefully. Overall, a great experience.

"Solid Wine Bar!"…read more This is how a wine bar should be....dark, nice appointed, long long list of wines by the glass and a little personality served up with the drinks I've been here a few times and never had a bad experience. What's To Cheer - An impressive wine list by the glass which super extensive. One of the longest in the city - Darkish, hints of French cafe vibe and decor - A little NYC attitude and vivacious service from the bartenders - Good range of prices What's to Jeer - Food menu is limited - No table service for drinks

It's one of my neighborhood favorites. Food is great. Love…read moretheir pierogies. The owners and amazing. So friendly. Also have great wine. Nice place to watch a game or match.

We had an amazing meal and wine experience here. They were doing their Alaska/Alaska food inspired…read moretasting dinner, paired with wines from cooler regions. The pairing was really great! It started with Keuka's spin on a Hugo spritz. All of the food was amazing and the wines were wines we never would have ordered on their own. Unfortunately, the food on the tasting menu is not part of their standard menu so we'll have to keep in our memories forever. The owner and the waiter/server were both very friendly. The owner is super into NY wines and has a passion for wine - and is happily willing to share her enthusiasm with anyone that asks. Will come back for sure!

Such a great new spot in the UES! I was drawn to this spot when I first heard about it, because…read morethis cafe's charm really does capture the essence of a cafe in Italy. I especially love the outdoor seating in the warmer months, along the side street-its so quaint and charming. There is tons of seating, both inside and outside-which is hard to come by for NYC coffee shops, so definitely another reason to come by here, if you want to sit down and enjoy your coffee with a friend, or do some work while doing so. The coffee is great here, and so is the food, based upon the few items I tried! I've gotten both hot and iced coffee drinks here, as well as an almond cornetto and the Salame + Formaggio. What makes this spot even better is that they serve wine all day and evening long, and the prices for a glass of wine is very reasonable, compared to lots of other spots in the area! This is definitely becoming a go-to spot for myself.

Came here after work and had a good experience…read more My friend lives by and has always wanted to visit so we finally did. We each sampled a few wines and everything tasted yummy. I'm not a wine person generally speaking so I can't speak on how good the wine was, but I didn't dislike anything that I had, so that's a good sign! Service was friendly and consistent. Overall, had a positive experience.

Wanted to write this review based on the wheelchair accessibility and laptop areas…read more There are coffee shops in the neighborhood with laptop rules that say you have to sit at the high tables. Obviously as a wheelchair user, I cannot sit at the high tables, and when I have asked the staff for understanding, other places have denied me. Ines let me use my laptop at a wheelchair accessible table without any fuss. Mark was very gracious. When I asked, he said, "we will make an exception." I felt heard without advocating for common sense and I greatly appreciate the humility. Thank you!

Quick brekkie spot near my dr appt. Probably one of the best coffees I've had in a while. Service…read morewas quick. Not too many seats and they gave a strict laptop policy which I saw them enforcing.

Solid wine bar, the wine options are short and to the punch. There's a place to hang your jackets,…read moredecor works. Couldn't ask for better service. Definitely a "hey, let's catch up place".

Kudos to the host because he was also the waiter and busser…read more Super cute restaurant but so few options and all out of panini when we went which was sad but the outdoor space is great and indoor is quite ambient as well

I often think back to my summers in Spain, drinking tintos at crowded tavernas. My time at Pil Pil…read moregave me a taste of that. Though they didn't serve the sprite-infused red wines I enjoyed in Spain, they did serve white sangrias, which were light, sweet, and very enjoyable. The toasted bread with tomatoes was bright and summery. The grilled asparagus was cooked wonderfully al dente, with a char that added a nice smoky flavor against the clean taste of the drizzled olive oil. The beef skewers were well seasoned and fatty. While the food was Spanish, the prices certainly were not! It was a tad pricey. There wasn't anything below $13 for their small bites. Nonetheless, the food was good, the service prompt, and the outdoor vibes quite lovely. I would go there again.

I've been meaning to try this place for quite sometime and I'm so glad I finally did…read more They have an excellent lunch menu where you can get 3 tapas for $24 or 5 for $40. Regardless of the hot weather, I decided on a table outside. Each bite of the tapas was delightful for what it was and I ended up ordering an extra tapa because I couldn't make up my mind. I chose the shrimp in garlic sauce (oil) that I sopped up with the accompanied bread, the dates wrapped in bacon (they do their own twist by filling it with honey ricotta stuffing and finishing it with a red wine reduction), I also went with cod fish croquettes (the perfect crispness on the outside and a delectable creamy texture of fish inside), I can never pass up the patatas bravas, so, I got those too. I had a glass of a beautiful, crisp, white Chardonnay off the menu from Spain. Definitely a must try if you are looking for a quick meal for one. A wonderful experience overall, friendly staff and delightful colors that add to the outside atmosphere. Stoop and the city is also on the same block which is a plus

Great food, wine and a super cozy, intimate atmosphere. For me, the atmosphere is just as…read moreimportant as the food. The decor, soft lighting, the energy from the other diners.... all was great. I would definitely return. That said, it did get a bit crowded/loud....this, on a Friday night around 600p...

Ambiance (5/5): It feels super trendy coming in with the dark lighting, cozy vibes. It is…read moreincredibly crammed inside. Somehow we managed to get seated in the front area without a reservation on a Friday at 7:30p?! The lines got longer soon thereafter. Service (5/5): the waitress provided some recommendations upon request. She checked in on us often and our waters were always full. The food came out pretty fast after working too!! The bill came quickly despite wanting to stay to chitchat, but we were never rushed out once we paid! Food (5/5): I don't usually choose Italian but the two dishes we got were both very delicious!! Gnocchi: the flavors of the truffle were forward but not overpowering. The gnocchi was soft and soaked up the delicious sauce. Vitaello Gratinato: the veal was very tender. The small cubes of potato had perfect exterior crunch. The sauces all worked very well together.