I am pretty much a wine drinker. Occasionally I will be enticed by a cocktail or even a beer (I like the good, rich, highly caloric beers), but for the most part, you will see me drinking wine. That said, I believe that life is too short to drink bad wine. So when I meet up with friends and we are deciding where to go, I often suggest 8th St. wine cellar. It is a cozy little nook on 8th between 5th & 6th, just below ground level.
The food is great; the wine is great (an not overpriced) it has a cozy, yet elegant atmosphere and service that is A+. Owned and run by 2 veteran Union Square Café bartenders who truly know their stuff, this place is a real gem. Yes, they do have a full bar and not just wine. The beer list is cockfull of fantastic artisinal beers. The menu is small but what is on it is done really well! They support local perveyors whenever possible so you are getting good quality there as well. The Mac & Cheese is amazing, the meatballs are to die for and the small plates like the meats & cheeses or the bruschettas are delicious. The kitchen stays open late (after 11pm there is a smaller late night menu) and the bar gives last call around 4am. You will not find a friendlier staff anywhere. It is one of my favorite bars in the city. If you are looking for a bar with great atmosphere and wine that will agree with even the fussiest wine drinker, check out 8th St. Wine Cellar. You might just keep going back.
28 West 8th,, between 5th & 6th. (It is downstairs so make sure to watch for the number so you don’t miss it)
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