The Best Wine Bars in New York for Every Occasion — Resy | Right This Way
Published: Dec. 30, 2024
Wine bars in New York may seem like a dime a dozen, though seeking out industry-vetted spots— and knowing exactly which spot does what best — is a promising way to make the most of your next vino-forward night out. While certain spots cater to larger groups, others are more intimate, and thus better for date night. Looking for an epic bottle list, extensive by-the-glass options, or spots that highlight wine and snack pairings? Turns out there’s a perfect option for each of those categories, too.
Whether seeking out your next neighborhood haunt or looking for a spot in a specific part of town, we’ve rounded up 15 of New York’s best wine bars for every occasion. Read on for more, and be sure to save this handy guide for any future moments when the mood calls for wine.
La Compagnie Wine Bar Flatiron
- Best for Date Night
- French
- $$
Parcelle Greenwich Village
- Best for Group Hangs
- European-American
- $$
Frog Wine Bar
- Best for Outdoor Sipping
June Wine Bar
- Best for Natural Wine
- American
- $$
Corkbuzz Wine Studio
- Best for Wine Flights
- American
- $$$
Aldo Sohm Wine Bar
- Best for Pre- (or Post-) Theater Drinks
- Wine Bar
- $$
Eli's Table
- Best for Back-Vintage Wines
- International
- $$
Le Dive
- Best for Getting Your Paris Fix
- French
- $
Peasant
- Best for Cozy Vibes
- Italian
- $$$
Somm Time
- Best for Pre-Dinner Drinks
St. Jardim
- Best for Post-Dinner Drinks
- Wine Bar
- $
Ruffian
- Best for Vegetarians
- Wine Bar
- $$
Terroir
- Best for By-the-Glass Exploration
- American
- $$
Plus de Vin
- Best for Casual Wine & Snacks
Cora
- Best for Domestic Wines
- American
- $$
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La Compagnie Wine Bar Flatiron
Best for Date Night
Photo courtesy of La Compagnie Wine Bar FlatironOne of the newest spots to hit the city’s wine bar scene, La Compagnie Flatiron is the secondary location of La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels in Nolita, and offers just as much — if not more — of a buzzy ambiance than its downtown counterpart. Bottle highlights include picks from Domaine Roulot, Guilbert-Gillet, and López de Herediamately 20 wines by the glass. In addition to the French-heavy list, the bar features an extensive lineup of inclusive beverages, featuring non-alcoholic options as a focus category rather than an afterthought (think fermented teas, botanical brews, and more).
Similar to its Nolita location, its interior features classic New York brickwork, and is lined with a variety of individual tables and rustic banquettes. However, the location’s crown jewel is its extensive marble bar, perfect for chatting with the expert staff or cozying up with your plus one. The cherry on top? The bar just opened the doors to the Experimental Cocktail Club, located just downstairs. Bottle highlights include picks from Domaine Roulot, Guilbert-Gillet, and López de Heredia (decades-old bottles included!), but we recommend letting the expert staff guide you to the perfect pick.
Parcelle Greenwich Village
Best for Group Hangs
Photo by Michael Carnevale, courtesy of Parcelle Greenwich VillageSpearheaded by Grant Reynolds, Parcelle Greenwich Village is the newest location of the bar’s original Lower East Side spot, offering a more convivial ambiance than its O.G. establishment. Here, vintage and secondhand furniture make up the majority of the room’s decor, with bespoke tapestries commissioned by local artist Claire Kreymar covering a majority of the walls.
While the food offerings are more robust than those at the LES location, the focus here still remains on wine. More than 500 bottles grace the bar’s impressive list, which boasts a French-heavy focus, specifically on Burgundy and Champagne. Up-and-coming “cool kids” (Domaine de Cassiopée, Wasenhaus) comfortably sit alongside the classics (Montevertine, Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey), with prices remaining incredibly reasonable across the board. Our advice? Make the most of the experience by going with a group to enjoy as many of these well-priced gems as you can.
Frog Wine Bar
Best for Outdoor Sipping
Another relatively new hotspot, Frog Wine Bar , officially opened its doors last year and is already making waves across Brooklyn’s natural wine bar scene. Overseen by wife-and-husband duo Alexandra McCown and Charles Gerbier, formerly of Fort Greene-based Cafe Paulette, this cozy destination has become a go-to for neighborhood locals and city dwellers alike. It’s all in thanks to its massive, year-round garden space and interior pool table that promises just as much of a good time on rainy days, should the weather not be outdoor space appropriate.
Frog’s offerings err on the natural side of things — ”funky” for some, though pretty standard for those acquainted with the style. Glasses hover around the $15 mark — which, while slightly pricey for the neighborhood, is pretty standard for New York these days. A reprieve can be found on the bottle list, which features options as low as $45, with most clocking in under $100. Light bites are also available, though Frog is definitely more about the drinks and (outdoor) ambiance. Come for the garden, stay for the juice.
Walk-ins only.
June Wine Bar
Best for Natural Wine
The bar at June Wine Bar in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn. Photo courtesy of June Wine BarNatural wine bars may seem run of the mill these days, though the style’s success in Brooklyn has a lot to thank June for. First opened in summer of 2015, it quickly became a go-to spot for natural wine lovers across the borough, featuring a global selection that covers both classic and more esoteric regions (including a “????” section for hidden gems that sip to the beat of their own drum). Inspired by the great wine bars of Paris, June offers an intimate, warm interior with a spacious backyard garden (made winter-friendly during colder months), ideal for sipping glasses — or bottles— no matter the weather conditions du jour.
In addition to an epic selection of natural wines, June’s equally thoughtful kitchen is helmed by chef Jaye Witham, who utilizes seasonal ingredients to create comforting classics that pair beautifully with the bar’s wines — think lavender ricotta toast with grape jam and candy-striped beets with whipped chèvre and almonds. Their bottle offerings lean heavily on France and Austria, with regular staples from Les Vins Pirouettes and Lis et Bertrand Jousset regularly gracing the by-the-glass menu — though be sure to dive into the bottle list, as there’s so much more than meets the eye.
Corkbuzz Wine Studio
Best for Wine Flights
Photo courtesy of Corkbuzz Wine StudioFor those looking to up their wine tasting game, there’s arguably no better place to do so than Corkbuzz Wine Studio. Founded in 2011 by Laura Maniec, this long-standing, Union Square-based bar has been a staple in the city’s wine scene for nearly 15 years — a rare feat in a town where businesses seem to come and go in the blink of an eye. In addition to offering more than 40 wines by the glass, Maniec and her team equally serve up a rotating selection of curated wine flights, which are also available blind for curious tasters ready to accept the challenge.
Beyond simply serving blind flights, Maniec and her knowledgeable staff equip each courageous taster with a Court of Master Sommeliers’ tasting grid, as well as talk each guest through their tasting journey upon deduction and bottle reveal. Perhaps even more impressive is the team’s kind and enthusiastic nature, which creates a safe and comfortable environment for those looking to hone their skills in a judgment-free zone. In addition to by-the-glass options and flights, Corkbuzz’s impressive bottle offerings span a variety of classic regions and up-and-coming ones alike, with all Champagne sold at retail price as the cherry on top.
Aldo Sohm Wine Bar
Best for Pre- (or Post-) Theater Drinks
Photo by Francesco Tonelli, courtesy of Aldo Sohm Wine BarMidtown has a reputation for being a bit of a dead zone for great food and wine — but thankfully, places like Aldo Sohm Wine Bar exist. Located next door to its sister bar, the renowned, three-Michelin starred restaurant, Le Bernardin, this welcoming wine-focused joint is named for the restaurant’s long-time wine director since 2007. An Austrian native, Sohm has previously held the titles of Best Sommelier in America (2007) and Best Sommelier in the World (2008), and recently penned the accessible wine guide “Wine Simple.” In short? The guy knows a thing or two about wine.
Contrary to the exuberant vibe of Le Bernardin, Aldo Sohm Wine Bar was modeled after a quaint and comforting living room to provide guests with a more warm and convivial environment. Around 40 rotating wines by the glass — and more than 200 bottle selections — are offered, along with a number of comforting snacks and heavier entrees. Sure, the prices are a bit on the higher side, though a handful of by-the-glass picks can be found around the $15 to $16 mark, which is pretty standard, if not pretty decent, for the neighborhood.
Eli's Table
Best for Back-Vintage Wines
Photo courtesy Eli's TableWhile Eli’s Table is technically more of a restaurant than a wine bar, its show-stopping wine program — complete with more than 22,000 bottles, much of which hail from older vintages — made it a no-brainer for inclusion on this list. Helmed by New York legend Eli Zabar, a passionate wine collector of classically styled wines, especially those from Burgundy, Champagne, and Piedmont, this eponymous Upper East Side establishment has become equally regarded for its bottle offerings as its French-forward cuisine.
With Emidio Pepe offerings from 1974, 1980, and 2001, as well as back-vintage Biondi-Santi Brunello di Montalcino Il Greppo Riserva (1970, 1997), Hubert Lignier Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Baudes (1997-2000), and Domaine Dujac Clos Saint Denis Grand Cru 2000, it’s no surprise that Eli’s has remained one of the top places for drinking aged wines in the city — at relatively reasonable prices to boot. Where else are you getting 1999 Domaine de La Roche Aux Moines ‘Savennières Roche Aux Moines’ at just $115 a pop?
Le Dive
Best for Getting Your Paris Fix
Frites and a glass of natural wine are a perfect pairing at Le Dive. Photo courtesy of Le Dive
Located in the bustling neighborhood of Dimes Square, Le Dive brings a touch of Parisian flair to the area’s up-and-coming food and wine scene. Helmed by restaurateur Jon Neidich, this buzzy natural wine-focused bar pays homage to the classic tabacs of the City of Lights, whose spirit Neidich likens to the many great dive bars of the world. Above all, his vision for Le Dive is to bring a piece of casual Paris to the table through offering well-curated by-the-glass pours and a handful of refreshing small plates, including ricotta, raw oysters, and beef tartare. Sure, the price tag is certainly higher than you’d find at a classic Parisian haunt, but for those craving a taste of France’s beloved capital city, the ambiance is 10/10.
Peasant
Best for Cozy Vibes
Photo courtesy of Peasant Wine BarTucked away on Elizabeth Street in the city’s vibrant Nolita neighborhood, Peasant Wine Bar is the perfect place for cozying up with a glass and forgetting the noise of the world outside. Located downstairs from the Peasant’s main space, it’s quite easy to pass the entrance to this tucked-away gem, though a small neon “wine bar” light beckons the way. Just a few steps down, the wine bar’s basement has a rustic-yet-charming ambiance, featuring communal and two-top tables in a room lit mostly by candles.
The wine list leans heavily Italian, with classic favorites from Piedmont (Colombera & Garella, Produttori del Barbaresco) and Sicily (Passopisciaro, Girolamo Russo), as well as off-the-beaten path picks from Friuli, Lazio, and Campania. A particular highlight? Foradori Teroldego from Trentino-Alto Adige, which pairs perfectly with a variety of flavors and seasons, especially when served chilled. Best of all, guests have access to the full restaurant menu from chef Marc Forgione , featuring standout seasonal pastas and wood-fired meats and veggies that promise to leave a lasting impression.
Somm Time
Best for Pre-Dinner Drinks
Few New York wine bars open before 5 p.m., though Somm Time, which sits on Broome Street, breaks the mold by starting service at 4 p.m. daily — perfect for getting a pre-dinner glass in, no matter what time your reservation may be. Wine director Maria Rust brings her passion for hospitality and service to this relaxed and cozy bar, which also serves as an event and party space. Around 20 wines are offered by the glass, with sparkling, skin-contact, and chillable red options always on the menu. Currently, the bar’s pouring Thibaud Capellaro-Slope Ze-Ro, a delicious Syrah-Viognier blend, alongside Stobi’s Vranec (Macedonia), Fabrizio Vella’s Catarratto (Sicily), and Weingut Hans Wirsching’s Silvaner from the Franken region of Germany. In short? Whether classic or esoteric is what you’re after, you’re likely to find something at this tucked-away, LES gem.
Call (212) 860-0401 to make a reservation.
St. Jardim
Best for Post-Dinner Drinks
Photo courtesy of St. JardimTucked away on West 10th Street in New York’s West Village neighborhood, St. Jardim is a cozy, all-day cafe that turns into a bustling wine bar at night. Opened in 2021, the bar now occupies the space of former Village hotspot Bar Sardine, and it offers one of the neighborhood’s best-curated lists. A strong emphasis on Grower Champagne occupies the first part of the list, featuring industry favorites like Ulysse Collin, Larmandier-Bernier, and Emmanuel Brochet.
Cult natural favorites from Andreas Tscheppe, Gut Oggau, and Frank Cornelissen can also be found, and the bar regularly updates their “Last Bottle” section, offering guests the chance to get in on unique picks before it’s too late. Stop in until midnight on Fridays or Saturdays for a post-dinner bottle or glass — and be sure to save room for the bar’s signature crab fritters, served with ají amarillo ranch.
Ruffian
Best for Vegetarians
Pairings of all colors and flavors at Ruffian. Photo courtesy of RuffianOpened by Patrick Cournot in 2016, Ruffian has become a go-to spot for vegetarians and natural wine lovers alike, especially those with an affinity for wines from Eastern Europe and the Caucasus. Located in the East Village, this small-yet-fierce bar has been championing emerging wine regions — and has also been a fervent pioneer of skin-contact wines — since its earliest days, while also focusing heavily on seasonal produce and flavors.
The bar’s four-course tasting menu costs a mere $60, with wine pairing options available for an additional $55. Current menu highlights include smoked root vegetable spread with smoked pepitas, as well as Georgian-inspired khachapuri prepared with egg yolk, mushroom, potato, and apple butter aijka. Come for the food, stay for the wine — or vice versa. Either way, you can’t go wrong.
Terroir
Best for By-the-Glass Exploration
Photo courtesy of TerroirHelmed by industry legend Paul Grieco, Terroir in Tribeca first opened its doors in spring of 2010, and despite the closure of its original location, has been going strong for nearly 15 years. Housed in a former cheese production facility back in the Washington Market days, Terroir remains a go-to wine spot for casual drinkers and industry folk alike, thanks to its twice-a-day happy hour (4 to 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to close daily), as well as its expansive selection of by-the-glass offerings — more than 100 selections at a time, of which around 30 are often dedicated to Riesling.
A handful of snacks, cheese, and charcuterie are always offered, as well as more substantial fare, including slow-cooked cauliflower, Korean fried chicken wings, and more. The only thing more eclectic than the bar’s by-the-glass offerings? The way in which they’re presented on the colorful 29-page loose-leaf list, featuring various “alerts,” custom graphics, and hilarious pop culture references (no seriously, see for yourself).
Plus de Vin
Best for Casual Wine & Snacks
Founded earlier this year by wife-and-husband duo, Carenn Mackinnon (formerly of Frenchette and Estela) and Max Mackinnon, (chef and partner at Libertine), alongside San Antonio food-and-beverage expert, Chad Carey, Plus de Vin is an absolute must-visit for those looking to simply savor in the delights of great food and wine pairings. Located on Graham Avenue in Williamsburg in the former Pheasant space, this walk-in only spot offers quality bites and a relaxed outdoor garden that’s open daily, with wine selections focused on small-batch bottles made by artisanal winemakers and farmed responsibly.
Snack highlights include pork rillettes with mustard and crackers; as well as frites with aioli; peekytoe crab toast, made with celery, horseradish, and trout roe; and potato salad prepared with cornichons, celery, scallion, and herbs. The bottle list is constantly rotating, though half-pages of bubbles and skin-contact offerings, as well as full pages dedicated to white and red, respectively, are always on deck. As the founders say, “Come by, let us feed you some snacks, pop you some bottles, and have some hangs in the garden.” Count us in.
Walk-ins only.
Cora
Best for Domestic Wines
Photo courtesy of CoraDiving into the world of American wine is now easier than ever, thanks to the extensive domestic offerings found at Cora. Tucked away on Cornelia Street in the West Village, their All-American wine list showcases picks from classic and burgeoning regions alike, including New York’s Finger Lakes, Central Virginia, and Texas Hill Country. Around 15 pours are offered by the glass, featuring an array of grape varieties vinified in various colors (red, white, orange) and textural (still, sparkling) formats. A handful of beers, ciders, and a non-alcoholic option are also available, all produced in the U.S., of course.
Cora’s food offerings change regularly based on seasonality, with options ranging from small snacks to larger, shareable plates. Current highlights include the restaurant’s signature pull-apart rolls served with sunflower seeds and cultured butter, along with the little gem salad prepared with sprouts, seeds, and “lots of herbs.” A variety of meat, fish, and vegetarian options are also available — meaning no matter your dietary restrictions, you won’t go hungry (or thirsty) — at this hidden gem wine bar.
Vicki Denig is a wine and travel journalist based between New York and Paris. Her work regularly appears in renowned industry publications, including Food & Wine, Decanter, Condé Nast Traveler, Matador Network, and more. In addition to journalism, Vicki also oversees content for a list of prestigious clients, including Paris Wine Company, High Road Wine & Spirits, and more. Follow along her adventures on Instagram. Follow Resy, too.
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