Saturday, August 31, 2013

Wine Bars in NYC

By Jeff Myers


New York City is known for it's countless cafes, famous sights and everlasting energy. If you're attempting to find an alternative place to meet, drink and be merry and catch a little delicious bite to eat, try some wine bars in New York City. You can't go wrong with any one of these places; you get a first-class choice of great wines, food pairings and the perfect atmosphere.

AYZA Wine and Chocolate Bar

Considered one of the most romantic Long Island bars in the town and by New York hotel guide, AYZA Wine and Chocolate Bar is for those searching for a unique and fun wine experience. Don?t let the name fool you; although wine and tasty chocolates are their most noted pairings, they have a great menu of small plates inspired by the French Riviera. With an extensive wine list and fine French cuisine AYZA Wine and Chocolate Bar sets the right ambiance for a memorable time.

'Inoteca

For an extensive Italian wine list and perfect small plates of Italian food, 'Inoteca means that. Part of the Inoteca Corsino, 'ino and Liquori group of eateries, this well-liked Italian wine bar and trattoria is located on Lower East Side of the city. Neighbors and Italian wine enthusiasts head to this location famous for their great paninis, seasonal antipasti, imported formaggio and complete Italian wine choice of over 600 choices to select from, are served late into the early morning. The atmosphere is a mixture of warm country Tuscan charm.

Terroir

If you would like an education or need a sommelier that knows what he's talking about without intimidating you, than look no further than Terroir. Known as among the best wine bars in New York City, with its super knowledgeable staff (who treat you with respect regardless if your not a wine fan), you get restaurant-caliber little plates of food. At Terroir, they have a policy of letting you taste anything on their "by the glass" list before you try it. Always busy and a smaller version of it's sister diner in Tribeca, this East Hamlet bar has changed into a must go-to for wine connoisseurs.

8th Street Wine Bar

For a small various list of boutique wines, 8th Street Wine Bar is the place to go. It offers stylish, straightforward decor and tasty small plates of cheese, meat, oysters and their favored menu item "pig's in blankets". Their staff is wonderful , knowledgeable and the service is great. This Greenwich Town wine bar has a reasonable Cheap Cocktails Hour of $18 bottles, so it gets crowded but is unquestionably worth the wait to get in.

Morrell Wine Bar & Caf

This Rockefeller Center Manhattan bar is not just for after-work, business types but for all who like to eat at a place that gives you tasty food, great service and first-rate wines. Morrell Wine Bar & Caf has an unpretentious staff that knows their wines and the perfect pairing with your food. Additionally , enjoy perspectives of people ice skating by having your wine outside on their patio.

Be sure to visit one of those wine bars on your next trip to The Big Apple, you won't regret it.




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