AN ABSOLUTE GEM!! For a great spot to hang, chill, bring a date, after theatre- perfect. Wine, cocktails, homemade food. Staff is awesome Mandy the owner rocks. Super friendly, and warm staff: shouting out Andy, Mckenna, Gabe, Jaymie. I frequent this place because it truly is a gem. read more

Good service and cool vibes! Love the music. We tried two of the orange wines and didn't care for either but we did try a few reds that were good. Definitely enjoyed the beet salad and really enjoyed the mushroom fries Reverse happy hour is also an option. On Tuesdays they offer flights and Jell-O shots. Definitely worth checking out. read more

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I wrote into Tom Sietsma specifically to find out where we should go a little off the beaten path after Hamilton. He said that this is his one of his favorite tucked away places where we could find small plates and a great wine list. We were not disappointed. From the beginning, we had quick service from the host and a fabulous experience with our server. I asked about a specific French wine that I knew was out of season and I was pretty sure wouldn't be available. He instead introduced me to a Polish wine that had an extremely similar flavor profile and we both enjoyed the bottle very much. Do yourself a favor and try the croquettes - all of the flavors. We also had a fantastic charcuterie board, and I was surprised to find out that I like salted caramel sauce with cheese! Top to bottom from ambience to food to wine, not to be missed. read more

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Met some friends here for drinks and bites. Took a bit of effort to find the wine bar as the signage was not prominent. There is a happy hour offered, and we tried a craft beer and Prosecco from that list, and found them quite suitable. We ordered an assortment of cheeses. Though the portions were small, the flavors were extraordinary and they came with delicious bread. An autumn salad with lots of fresh ingredients followed. Shrimp skewers concluded our meal. The shrimps were tasty with a gentle smoky flavor. Unfortunately, they were a bit on the small side. Service was friendly and prompt and seating was comfortable. Overall, we were very satisfied with their visit. This seems to be a lovely choice if you live in this neighborhood. However, it is a good walk from Broadway shows. read more

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I had the great fortune of attending a reservation-only Chef Event across the street at Dot's (also owned by Ardesia). The owner of Ardesia teamed up with Chef Patti Jackson of the now closed, Delaware and Hudson restaurant. Chef Jackson has her own loyal following of groupies, but I think she picked up a few newbies after debuting her talents with the Ardesia crowd! They presented a 4-course Prix Fixe meal that was served with such love and great thoughtfulness. NOTE: these items are not available at Ardesia (or anywhere else). I'm posting this experience so that you'll be sure to get on the Ardesia mailing list and be alerted to their next collab event. Take a look at these photos. There were at least 5 other plates of goodies served, but we were too busy eating to stop and take photos!! Sorry not sorry. read more

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Stellar service and very popular even on a Tuesday night! My guest and I ordered tapas to share - potatoes croquettes, chicken liver mouse, fries (parm was just tossed on top), and lamb meatballs (dry). We shared a bottle of Sancree and it was so so - not amazing. But staff were attentive and minus the meatballs and fries (should just be sans parm) - everything was good. I do wish I got an entree so will be back ! read more

Great wine bar in Midtown. Super cute and great service and it's a vibe! Love the owner as well as she's a wonderful woman. read more

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stopped by ardesia for a much needed happy hour - and was pleasantly surprised that they were offering their happy hour menu and they had a frozen Friday deal! - $12 frozen espresso martinis! these definitely weren't the most beautiful drink in town, but they packed a punch while still leading with that deep chocolatey espresso taste - before I even got to the espresso martini, I started with their spritz. cappelletti now has a place in my heart. it is basically Aperol but with a vanilla twist and it's literally double the alcohol percentage. - the inside of this spot is so cute and definitely ideal for a moment with the girls or date night. our server was the sweetest lady and put up with all of our shenanigans. - we split some of their happy hour pretzels and the tacos. the two dollar tacos are perfect bite-size snacks and the pretzels are so good but for four dollars they're literally two bites....love the cheese dip. read more

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Came here to grab a drink and light bites before a show. Was lucky there was room at the bar, but they do take reservations. Indoor and outdoor seating. Definitely ask for wine and beer recommendations. I ordered the mini pork tacos and beet salad. Both were good. As someone else mentioned, this is a nice place to bring friends for conversations. Only drawback is that the mood lighting at night inside can be rather dark. Otherwise I would come here again. read more

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They have a great selection by the glass and bottle! Came for a cute night with the girls and definitely will be back! read more

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Perfect stop for a chill night or a night for the girls! All ages and this place is the perfect place for a great night! Can't wait to come again!!! read more

Ardesia Wine Bar - The vibe is everything!!! - Wine Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Went here for a cute date night and this place was such a vibe. Really cute and cozy atmosphere and the servers were so polite and friendly. We got a couple of glasses of red wine and the cheese for 2 appetizer. They give you a quarter block of cheese with a layer of milk chocolate, some bread, jam and chocolate crackers. This was nice, but in retrospect I would have created my own charcuterie board with cheeses of my choice. I wasn't a huge fan of the milk chocolate layer in my cheese. Overall, really nice experience and ideal for a date night or a small group of friends. read more

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Ardesia is a cozy wine bar and small bites spot located directly across from the MCC theater. We had super friendly servers who offered to help navigate the large drink list. They have orange wine here which I guess is like a rosé. It was too out of my comfort zone, so I got a vermentino. Our group of four shared some of the small plates. The portobello fries were delicious and probably my favorite. The pretzels were large, homemade, and came with two sauces; a slightly spicy mustard and a cheese that was more of a spread than a dipping consistency. The spinach and cheese croquettes were tasty but the smallest size out of the things we ordered. Food and drinks came out quickly and we were able to make our show in plenty of time. We did make a reservation ahead of time to ensure we could get in and out. read more

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I want everyone to know I started out with a four star rating (I'll explain later, but as I wrote this, I knew I couldn't give less than five, so I came back and upped it). Five stars service and vibe. FOR SURE. First of all, staff here is amazing. In addition to my amazing servers, Noah of which was one, Mandy the owner helped me a lot through email. I tried to book through Resy, but like many locations, you can't book for one (I'm often traveling solo). So I sent a casual email checking on the kitchen hours (I was coming from the theater and knew I would want food). Mandy replied with my answer, asked if I would like to reserve, and I said YES! And she set me up. Mandy was very communicative and helpful. The staff on site were attentive. The Hell's Kitchen vibes are immaculate. I'm not queer, but love queer spaces because they accept everyone as who they are--like most of New York. No one here cares what you're dressed like, or if you're soaked from the monsoon outside. The lighting is low and soft and seating is comfortable. They have a velvet couch vibe going on. Some things you must know about me: one, I eat out so much and sample so many cuisines, I am a huge fan of Indian food and spicy food. So I think my flavor threshold is not the same as the average person. Two, I have now twice made the mistake of not ordering wine and cheese in a place that specializes in wine and cheese. I order cocktails and plates or entrees, and I think that gives me a suboptimal experience that doesn't fit who I am and what I prefer. This is more of a tapas style place and a cheese and wine place. I had several small plates: Deviled eggs, which were pretty good, but could have used a little more seasoning Spinach and cheese croquettes, which were super hot, but again, maybe a little more seasoning. I am left wondering what the chorizo croquettes would have tasted like. Maybe a little more zing? I had the flank steak. Again, seasoning. But cooked as requested and appropriately. I had the ricotta crostini, not my thing. And the portobello fries. I'm not sure what I thought this dish would be--I was thinking of fresh mushrooms, but given the name, I should have had the common sense that it would be fried mushrooms. Just not my thing. Both of those are a me thing, not a them thing. The cocktails weren't bad, but didn't leave a strong impression on me. I had the Mr. Sandman, the Desert Heat, and Smoke & Violets. Again, I bet if I had just had wine and cheese (both of those menus looked great), I would have had a better/optimal experience. This spot also has some salads and a few other small plate options. Please don't let my food experience sway you away from this place. Again, I think my taste profile is just different than most, and I should have made different choices. The service and the vibes are awesome and it's close to a few theaters--New York City Center and MCC--so would be a great option for before or after the show. Thanks to Mandy and the whole team. I will definitely come back and try the wine and cheese! read more

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Solid spot for drinks and a quick bite. The smaller plates and charcuterie board are worth a try here if you want food. I recommend trying the pretzels as well as the cauliflower here. A lot of the people around us were sipping cocktails but it's namesake proves it has an extensive list to find what you'd want for wine. NOTE: by the glass options felt very limited but the bottle options made up for it. Huge plus is they are willing to let you cork and take your bottle with you if you cannot finish. Some of the seating feels fairly cramped for the style of table and seating used but doesn't fully take away from enjoying yourself. Bar area and high tops seemed to have a more typical bar vibe that day (possibly happy hour- post work crowd) while the main seating area felt more intimate. read more

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The vibe of this place was exactly what my mom and I were looking for! The options for food were amazing too, we ordered the deviled eggs and charcuterie, of course , and both were amazing, the cheese and spread pairings were delicious! The waiter we had was so friendly and attentive without being all over us! Overall 10/10!! read more

Cute place with a decent menu but had a very rude, standoffish waiter that was very clipped with our table from the start but all smiles with everyone else. On our way out he was thanking the other parties as they left, but seemed to make it a point not to acknowledge us. When I made eye contact with him and said thank you he just stared stone faced and completely ignored me. Made for a very weird vibe. read more

Hesitant to write this as I kinda want to keep it to myself so it doesn't get too busy! A great new wine bar in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood and likely the best one in Manhattan. It has a California vibe with a great atmosphere, great selection of wines and charcuterie. I highly recommend it. read more

We really enjoyed ourselves at the wine bar! We had a very good wine and it was from a great recommendation, not on the menu so don't be shy and talking to the bartenders and wine experts there! The food was delicious, but sparse! Not being rude and I know it's supposed to be tapas, but it kinda was small for the price but fabulous tasting. Definitely got busy, especially because the weather was beautiful and they have nice outside seating. read more

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Ardesia Wine Bar delivers on so many levels--great wine, stellar small plates, and a cozy, welcoming vibe. Almost everything about our evening was on point... except for one tiny moment of unnecessary attitude that kept this from being a perfect experience. We started with a bottle of French Pinot Noir, which was absolutely lovely--smooth, balanced, and everything you'd want from a night out in Manhattan. Our server was a dream: knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive without hovering. You could tell they actually cared about making sure we enjoyed our evening, and their recommendations were spot-on. The food? Delightful across the board. We tried the patatas bravas, crispy Brussels sprouts, roasted cauliflower, mini chicken tacos, and garlic shrimp, and each dish was more delicious than the last. The Brussels sprouts and patatas bravas especially deserve a shoutout--crispy, flavorful, and downright addictive. For dessert, we indulged in the apple galette and ice cream sandwiches. Both were perfection--simple yet elevated, and the perfect sweet ending to a fantastic meal. So why not 5 stars? As we were leaving, the table busser/food runner decided to channel his inner Broadway diva. He said goodbye, and I politely replied, "Thank you, good night!"--only to be rewarded with a full-on eye roll. I mean, what's that about? Did my pleasant manners offend her? I'll never know, but I did spent several years in the fine dining service industry so I understand that folks can develop involuntary reactions to guests, and I'm about extending grace to folks because nobody is perfect, especially me. But it was the one sour note at the finish line of an otherwise perfect evening. All in all, Ardesia is a gem, and I'd absolutely go back for the wine, food, and service--just maybe with some side-eye protection next time. read more

I didn't get any pics but the whole place is very cool and mellow. We got a bunch of snacks. The cauliflower was amazing. Nice lemony taste. The potatas braves were so crispy and the sauce was very tasty. Could have used a little more sauce. The cheese board was very cute. I do wish the pickled green beans that come when you order meat with your cheese came also with just the cheese but that would be my only suggestion. Our waiter was super attentive and gave great suggestions. The staff as a whole was very helpful and really helped each other out. Would definitely recommend if you are in the Hell's Kitchen area. read more

Great place to stop by for drinks and small bites! The ambience is lovely inside or outside in the warmer months

Wish it wasnt tucked away from the busy streets in HK or else I would've come here sooner. Amazing selection of wines, great music and ambience, and friendly staff. If i still lived in HK id be coming here so much more. read more

Cozy wine bar perfect in the heart of hell kitchen for a drink after work or a intimate date. Nice Wine selection with a great choice of food pairing. Not big plates of food but definitely enough options to choose a few while enjoying your wine. The music is nice and the place itself is in average noise level, where you can hold a conversation without screaming or yelling. read more

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The care taken here appears in every aspect of your visit. The service combines speed with friendliness. The flavor combinations make sense. Delicious choices come with good service. You get good value here. read more

If you're looking for a nice ambiance and friendly service; this is the place for you! They had a fair amount of options for vegetarians here, a decent cheese selection, and attentive staff. The indoor decor is warm and inviting especially for the cold days coming up. The chickpea stew is a huge plus for something warm and hearty and highly recommend it. read more

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A real gem and an oasis in the city. Quiet street; good outdoor and indoor seating. Tapas with nothing terribly elegant, but nothing fried where everything tastes the same. Not at all overpriced. Very pleasant waitstaff. Good variety of meat/cheese/vegan options. Wonderful wines, and they'll make good recommendations and not rip you off - along with some particularly fine orange wines. read more

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Came here on our first night in NYC because of a recommendation from a colleague. VERY happy with our experience! My mom and I had wine, olives, burrata, portobello fries, and amazing deviled eggs. Our servers were all awesome and helped us with comedy club recs, etc. This is a fun late night dinner spot if you're looking for great company and great food. Shoutout to our waiter ANDY and bartender REESE who made our first night back here so fun! don't forget a warm choco chip cookie and milk night cap from their desert menu! read more

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This is a cute, cozy wine bar. The service here is attentive & knowledgeable. Very helpful waiter and was seated quickly. The wine selection is very good. The small plates are delicious. I tried the lamb skewers, roasted cauliflower, pretzel with cheese & mustard, & fried mushrooms. Well-seasoned & cool, unique choices of dishes to try with the wine. Everything was really good. read more

Their patio was so much fun!! Loved the ambiance with the string lights. We got a few bottles of wine and the recs from the servers were perfect. We also got the patatas bravas and mushroom fries. They were so good! Will totally be back. read more

Great variety of wines, but the food wasn't a great value. The wines are all $2 off a glass during happy hour (ends at 6pm), so definitely take advantage of that! The cava was delicious and while the orange wine wasn't for me, I did appreciate having an opportunity to try something new. As for the food, everything comes in very small portion sizes. While they all tasted fine, it wasn't worth the price. The cheese/charcuterie board was $24 for 3 and the cheese came in one small slice each. The lamb skewers were $16 for 2, and while they were good, they had 3 chunks of lamb each. The duck banh mi ($15) was actually more like a breadstick made into a sandwich. Their patio does seem like a cozy spot for a nice day. Service was attentive and friendly. Overall, a great place to try wines, but don't come on an empty stomach. read more

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My go to bar and yet again, the restaurant delivered. In cinco de Mayo where all the Mexican restaurants as expected are overbooked , I was very surprised and happy that this place had availability . What's surprising ( good surprise ) to me is the consistency, from the food to the service . My ultimate favorite is the portabella fries, it is delicious ( cooked , fried to perfection ) with the sauce that compliments it. We had had the steak ( perfect appetizer portion ) serviced with potatoes. The ambiance is what's expected of a wine bar, cozy , sexy and perfect for a date or intimate drinks with friends. read more

A bunch of friends came with me to this place for drinks on short notice. We were able to get a table relatively quickly inside which was great. The service was friendly and attentive -- definitely on the more casual side. The wine list is plentiful although I was slightly disappointed not to see any (French) champagnes by the glass, I consider this to be essential for any European wine bar. I had a medium-bodied red that I ordered "off menu" and it wasn't particularly good, so I'd encourage you to choose carefully but overall the place is decent and definitely worth checking our if you're looking for something more casual. read more

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Nice wine bar on the westside. Outdoor seating, nice bar. Great appetizers and a real nice wine list.

Cute and cozy spot in the Hells kitchen area to grab drinks. This place isn't usually too busy and you can get away with not having a reservation for the most part. It's a good level of noise to have a conversation. The service is really fast and friendly and price-wise it's not on the expensive side for bars in manhattan - 16$ cocktails. read more

Kind service. Small space with a great vibe. Wine options are good and the food was tasty.

Love the vibes of this place. This feels like a know of you know spot and the service always exceeds expectations. They have small bites and the quality of the food is incredible. Perfect spot for a date night or to get out of the house for a treat. read more

This is my go-to wine bar for shows in the area. It is also a great place to take friends to catch up- it is not too loud, so easy to hear people. The wine list is extensive and the food is great, from their sandwiches to pretzels. read more

Such a cozy, cute place! Met a friend here for a light dinner and drinks on a Friday night. Definitely gets busy so a reservation is recommended. Really nice atmosphere to catch up with a friend or to go on a date due to the dim lighting, candles, etc. It's beautiful. I'm not a fan of stool seating without backs, and it was a little warm inside. There is also seating at the bar and some couch seating. Other than that, no complaints. The staff was really nice and helped us choose wine and cheese pairings. The heirloom beet salad, shrimp skewer, and cauliflower dishes were delicious and flavorful, as were the wine, cheese, and bread. read more

I am not a wine person at all, yet I can appreciate a good wine bar. Mixture of wines, cocktails and beer. Nice finger food options. There are two seating areas, one in the bar and the other tables (appears for those with reservations). I sat in the bar. Standard seating. No-backed stools. Seating was kinda cramped but was good enough. Prices were fine, standard pricing ($~15 cocktails, etc). It did get kind tooooo dark at one point. I like ambience lighting but at a certain point it felt too dark. Staff was nice and helpful with suggestions. read more