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    Bar Vivant

    4.5 (27 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Sarah L.

    Cute little wine bar in the upper east side! They have a great selection of wine and food. When I got there, the restaurant smelled heavily of oil so we chose to sit outside and then we had the most odd interaction with our server. I arrived before my friend and ordered a glass of wine and the calamari, and then once my friend arrived and ordered her wine the waiter wouldn't let us keep the menu to browse in case we wanted more food. We were told we could ask for the menu back, but that guests often spilled wine on the menu. It was just very odd. My friend would have ordered food, but after he took the menus away it created an awkward dynamic. I only knocked off one star for service and the oily smell in the restaurant because the wine selection was great and the food is good!

    The best wine I've had for a long time!
    Althea L.

    What a great neighborhood find! While meeting up with a friend and looking for a new spot to explore, Bar Vivant popped up in our search--and it did not disappoint. I love its philosophy of curating wines from small, female, and family-run producers across France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and the U.S. They highlight winemakers who embrace biodynamic, organic, minimal-intervention, and natural wine practices, making for a thoughtfully selected list. We tried the 2018 Château Chatain from France, which was incredibly smooth, perfectly dry, and easy to drink. Our waiter was a true gentleman--knowledgeable about wine, warm, and welcoming, making the experience even more enjoyable. To pair with our wine, we ordered the Bitter Greens Salad and octopus, both of which complemented the evening beautifully. The atmosphere was calming and charming, making for a perfect night filled with good company and laughter. I'll definitely visit again very soon!

    Whitney D.

    This is a cozy, cute wine bar in the neighborhood. Has a warm feeling to it. The walls have bottles of wines and some have cute little santa hats on them, which is a cute touch during the holiday season. I did not have any food here just a glass of sparkling wine. There is no bar area to sit at. The bar/kitchen is in the back and it looks very small. The waiter here seemed helpful and answered my questions I had. I may come back to try some food out. There was a strong ( to me) smell when I walked in of fish which I knew before hand they do have fish dishes here but Didn't think the smell would be that strong ( as I said in my opinion). There was great music playing though.

    Duck prosciutto and 7 sisters cheese, boquerones
    Chanel N.

    Very cozy wine bar in UES. Perfect for date night or hanging out with small group of friends. Food was all delicious and a lot of interesting variety. All the wine we had was very good, cannot complain. Would certainly be back to try more of their selection.

    Beef Tartare and Hamachi Crudo
    Christian T.

    This is a cozy spot nestled on 88th street, that feels very New York City. It's small but still managed to host a decent crowd of people as the evening went on, yet it didn't get too noisy or cramped. The food was excellent, and just what you'd want if you were looking for tapas. The menu has everything you'd expect- the steak tartare (we didn't get around to the tuna tartare, but maybe next time!), mushroom croquettes, sardines, even some duck prosciutto (which is always going to get my attention as a person obsessed with cured duck). The wines were also quite good- I had my first grechetto, and it was a great introduction. All in all, a great dinner option for an anxious Sunday night.

    Charcuterie board

    Super cute, very small and cozy interior! A bit on the pricier side but to be expected for the area. We got the charcuterie board and a bottle of wine spent about $130. The staff was super friendly, we'll definitely be returning

    This place is so cute. The service was incredible and they even offered to cook half of my steak plain for my dog. The steak frites was delicious and they have a wonderful wine selection. We will definitely be back!

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    Great environment and lovely wine!! Steve is warm and welcoming. I can't wait to come back here.

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    Loveeee this place and would highly recommend! Really great ambiance and menu. Definitely coming back

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    Love this place!!!! Such good food and service. We really enjoyed ourselves- Must visit. Ambiance was perfect Can't wait to go back!:)

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    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

    I stumbled on this restaurant while walking around the city with a friend. We went to visit some…read moreChristmas houses, and this was down the block. It was super cozy and warm and really great for date night or hanging with friends. The service was good as they were friendly and accommodating to our table. The sangria was so good and I wish I knew how to make it to taste just like that. lol. We had some calamari, some steak, some potatoes and one other item. I just can't remember. All the food was very good. Well seasoned and tasted very reminiscent of Spanish country. I would definitely return.

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    Le Petit Pêcheur

    Le Petit Pêcheur

    4.6
    (55 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Yesterday, along with a bunch of others, I braved the smog (blame Canada) to go to this Algerian…read moreseafood place. It was pretty quiet inside, outside of the TV playing somewhat loud highlights from the World Cup on loop (why,) with the servers and staff being helpful and friendly. In comparison to the other pick-your-own seafood spots like AbuQir or Hamido, the spices are a tad lighter here, being almost closer to Astoria Seafood, minus the olive oil. I didn't mind, though, as the fish was all fresh and perfectly prepared. To drink, our table stuck with water, though there are a few mocktails and some sodas, including some Algerian ones. They put down some simple bread with a bit of garlic and herbs, which was refilled. For non-seafood dishes, we had a few. The first was the $8 Hmiss, or Hammis, a dip made with roasted pepper, tomato, and garlic sautéed in olive oil. The warm dish was earthy and garlicky, and went perfectly with the bread, with the flavor reminding me of a warmer version of some Turkish eggplant dips. There was also the Peasant Salad for $12, with cucumber, tomato, red onion, and Kalamata olives topped with feta, oregano, and dill. If you're familiar at all with Horiatiki/Village salad, it's basically the same thing, though with crumbled feta instead of a block, and it was refreshing and tasty. Finally, we eventually got an $8 side order of Basil Garlic Mashed Potatoes, which were decent. The first seafood to arrive at the table was the $16.99 Algerian Sardines, which consisted of sardines from Morocco with a spice mixture. The man in front recommended them fried, and the portion was nice, and the flavor was excellent. The fish was fried perfectly, with the bones fried enough that the entirety of it could be eaten. This was delicious, and one of the highlights of the meal. As we loved these sardines, we eventually got a small order of the other option, the "Marinated Sardines" from Spain. These were a bit more expensive by weight, being $10.56 for 0.48 pounds, but by comparison, these were much flatter and larger. The half pound consisted of three large pieces, which were broken down and divided among the group. While I slightly preferred the spices from the Algerian version, I liked the texture of these more, as they were more meaty. I don't think you can go wrong with either, as both were excellent. There was also one pound of Mussels for $17.99, which was available in one of two cooking preparations, Moules Marinière or a version with tomato sauce, herbs, and feta. I went with the latter, and they were excellent, with all of the mussels being open. The feta added a unique, slightly salty touch, with the broth being delicious. They had brought us out some extra bread, and we made good use of it. If I were here alone, I might have this along with some sardines and leave very happy. We also got two whole fish, which were both ordered grilled and butterflied. First was the Dorado, or Orata, for $29.24 for 1.54 pounds. As is typical for this fish, it was delicate and light, but had plenty of flavor. The other was the American Red Snapper, which was a bit more expensive at $37.90 for 1.58 pounds. By comparison, this fish was a lot thicker and therefore, a bit more flavorful. We enjoyed both, with a slight preference going towards the cheaper fish for most outside of me and one other. Another highlight was the Scallops for $37.23 for 0.98 pounds, which came out to 14 large pieces. As recommended, we got these sautéed, with the scallops coming in a delicious garlicky juice on the bottom with plenty of other herbs. The scallops were tender while staying plump, though I slightly preferred the more caramelized tops at AbuQir, with these having a more uniform texture. The rest of the people liked what I couldn't eat, the $24.99 Octopus for around half a pound. The octopus came out pre-cut, which made splitting it very easy. I can't comment much on the flavor or saltiness as some other reviewers brought up, or else I'd be in the hospital right now post-anaphylaxis, but people liked it a lot. If you don't want to bother with the lines or crowds at the other fish spots, I would highly recommend going here. The fish is fresh, perfectly prepared, and seasoned just enough to highlight the natural flavors. I would go back.

    Ordered: Virgin Mojito (~$4)…read moreLarge Greek Salad (~$16) ~0.7lb Fried Calamari (~$13) ~1.4lb Grilled Spanish Branzino (~$27) ~0.9lb Grilled Marinated Sardines (~$19) ~0.4lb Grilled Moroccan Sardines (~$7) ~1lb Grilled U10 Tiger Shrimp (~$28) Belgian Hand Cut French Fries (~$7) Rice Vegetable Medley (~$8) Aya's take: There is no shortage of seafood spots in Astoria whether they're Middle Eastern or Mediterranean. I've never had Algerian-style seafood and was excited to try out Le Petit Pêcheur. We were a party of 6 and made a reservation that same day which was great! We arrived and got seated but weren't explained the process. First, you go up to the fish counter and order the fish you want, the amount you want, and the style you want it cooked (grilled, fried, or sautéed). They've done a great job with the display and I liked seeing the various options in front of me. The worker who helped us was super friendly and took the time to explain what each fish was. I also appreciate that their pricing is transparent (posted on their website). So why 3 stars? Once we finally ordered, we went back to our seats and ordered appetizers, sides, and drinks with our waiter. It took almost 40 minutes to receive the Greek Salad and Virgin Mojito we ordered. We had already received our Fried Calamari before that. Similarly, we got all the fish before the French Fries & Rice Vegetable Medley came out. It was frustrating and took away from the experience the fact that we didn't have the sides to eat with the fish at the time the fish came out. We literally had finished everything when the waiter came out with Lemon Potatoes which we had to send back considering it took too long to get them. It's a shame considering all the food we had was actually delicious. The Fried Calamari was crispy, tender, and not chewy at all, the Grilled Spanish Branzino was buttery, light, and delicious, and the Tiger Shrimp was grilled beautifully and the lemon olive oil mix just enhanced it even more. Even the Marinated Sardines were some of the best I've had. The fish was fresh, grilled/fried properly, and we truly didn't have a bad bite here. Prices are also more than reasonable. There's a clear lack of communication by the staff since two people within our group had provided their credit card to pay and they charged both. It's a shame we couldn't enjoy it as much as I hoped because of the operational issues. Hope they improve with time but until then, I won't be back.

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    ~1lb Grilled U10 Tiger Shrimp (~$28)
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    Rice Vegetable Medley (~$8)

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