I really want to gatekeep this place but I'm not going to because everyone deserves a fantastic, delicious meal here at Demo. Started off with the scallop crudo with super fresh and tender scallop pieces with a good ratio of citrus notes and salt. The lengua tonnata exceeded my expectations!! Not only were the lengua pieces super tender and well seasoned, the tonnata sauce which was blended with tuna and anchovies was very creamy, smooth, and addicting without being overly rich. Paired with the caper berries, it was like umami heaven!! I don't usually rave about salads but their radicchio salad is something that I would order every time! If you like a creamy salad with textural complexity, this is it!! Drenched in their tahini sauce, the veggies itself were fresh, crunchy, and well-seasoned. The addition of the crispy crumble pieces, herbs, and pickled fennel added lots of contrasts. The crab casino was good too, but I felt like the guanciale stole the spotlight away from the crab. The arroz la plancha was another highlight of the night! The mushroom aroma greets you immediately and the cheese crusts were consistently crispy. I loved how it was super cheesy without being too moist or sauce-y. Lastly, the fluke was cooked nicely with a savory brown butter sauce that was complemented by the sweet onion flavor profile. They are also a wine bar with a great selection of options. I got myself a grenache rose that was delicious and paired well with the later dishes. My partner's selection of two white wines were also very crisp. For two people, they typically recommend 2 apps, 2 medium plates, and 1 entry to share. Next time I definitely wanted to try the cabbage and the lobster au poivre! Staff were friendly and food came quickly with appropriate timing between dishes. There is a bar section in the front with more sit-down tables and a counter top area in the back. We had an amazing time and excited to come back!! read more

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Grabbed a same-day counter spot reservation for a Saturday night and had a great dinner here. My boyfriend and I shared: + Tempura crab - highlight #1 + Caraflex cabbage - excellent + Arroz à la plancha - didn't care for this, it had breakfast vibes + Gemelli - great + Meyer lemon trifle - highlight #2 Great service as well. Would return. 4.5 stars. read more

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Came here to celebrate hubby and friend's twin birthday. Did not realize it was a wine bar with various small plates meant to share. Luckily these are friends with whom we have enjoyed many meals and we had similar palates. Waiter was friendly and helpful when we had questions deciding how many plates we should order. We ended up with the perfect amount. Only criticism may be if you recommend people share the small plates, the dishes should be presented appropriately. Some of them were awkward to share 4 ways. We ordered a bottle of Riesling which paired really well with the first few dishes. We then each ordered a red wine, mine was more full bodied, 2 others got the fruitier lighter wine. I enjoyed the wine and food combinations. I have been noticing a lot of noise issues in the newer trendier restaurants. Patrons seem to want to speak over each other and the high ceilings usually ensure the acoustics are horrible. The restaurant was loud and vibrant but somehow it seemed more of a dull buzz than shouting and screaming. I wonder if they had some kind of noise dampener?? I don't usually like chicken but my favorite dishes were the chicken and the scallop crudo. One last thing, we chose to forgo dessert because the only 2 options were a banana pudding and a strawberry tart (I'm allergic). A chocolate something or other would have appeased the other couple. We enjoyed our dinner, the restaurant is cozy, and the noise level manageable. read more

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Forgot it was a wine bar because of how good the food was! The two glasses of wine I got to try were meh, but this review isn't for that. Food was excellent but the most memorable dishes were the lengua and the fries we ordered w/ the dry aged steak! The star of the whole meal? The banana pudding. The absolute bestest banana pudding I've ever had, I mean.. I've only had magnolia and very limited amount of others but this banana pudding was magical. Will pop in again soon just to have it again (: read more

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More like 3.5. This restaurant falls under chase sapphire reserve open tables so a friend and I popped in on a Sunday with reservations. Very small store front but the restaurant is deeper than it appears. Lighting is for date night or more intimate setting. Now the food. It wasnt bad but it didn't blow me away either. It was just mid, like you eat it and you go okay next instead of wondering what ingredients they used or how they did it. The only two dishes that really blew us away and was like okay I can understand was the green asparagus and the arrow dish with mushroom- this reminded me of risotto with a crispy cheese wrap if that makes any sense. The dessert (banana pudding) was also pretty good. I would come back to use my chase sapphire reserve credit but otherwise hard to justify spending 300+ and not feeling super full. read more

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Small cute and dimly lit. Perfect for a date night! Beef tongue was tender, calamari was well seasoned, scallops were fresh and the half chicken was so super flavorful. We were surprised the half chicken was tiny but the meat was exceptionally good, one of the best roast chicken we've ever had! To top it off their banana pudding puts Magnolia to shame, it was not too sweet, light and airy. read more

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Service was quick and professional. The server gave us some wine recommendations and I really enjoyed the red wine he recommended. Scallop crudo: Delicious and light with the right amount of tart. Lengua: Extremely tender slices of beef tongue with a nice mayo sauce that paired nicely together. Arroz à la plancha: I really enjoyed this dish! Flavorful and creamy rice wrapped in a cheese crust with mushrooms on top. I actually liked the rice without the cheese crust more as the crust was a little salty. Steak: I didn't feel like the NY strip was worth $70. Probably my least favorite dish of the night. The sauce was a little too vinegary for me as well and I wish there was a bit more richness to the dish as the steak felt very mediocre. Half chicken: Chicken was tender and juicy and I really liked the sauce that came with it. The skin was crispy but a bit salty. read more

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A close friend recommended Demo for a weekday dinner recently, and per usual, she made an excellent choice! Our table was available in time for our reservation, and I appreciated how attentive the server was as I waited for my friend to arrive. The menu offers a variety of dishes including sizable entrees and smaller plates that work well for sharing. We ordered the scallop crudo, cauliflower, fluke, crab casino, and arroz a la plancha. The scallop came with a refreshing citrus gremolata while the crab dish came with a savory and buttery crust that packed a whole lot of flavor when combined with the shellfish. While the fluke was good and the cauliflower was a great vegetable side, the standout dish of the night was the rice dish. The arroz was packed with umami flavor thanks to the mushroom and fontina, and the crispy texture combined with the cheesy flavor reminded me of Parmesan frico crisps. Though I enjoyed the food, my friend and I were eating in tight quarters. Getting to and from the table required some maneuvering with neighboring guests, and as the restaurant got busier during the evening it started feeling crowded. However, I would definitely return in the future. read more

I had a late dinner at Demo last week after a play at Cherry Lane Theatre. It's a European wine bar - small plates and natural wines. It's small and romantic (dark and candlelit). I had a great glass of wine and two plates - one smaller and one bigger. I started with their Green asparagus, mozzarella, bottarga, and soft herbs, which was delicious - one of those dishes that proves simple done right can be exceptional. My second dish was their Arroz a la plancha, and it's a memorable plate of food! They cook risotto rice with mushroom stock. When it's cooked, they fold in mahón cheese and grill it until it's crispy. It becomes like a socarrat crepe that they roll and top with mushrooms. The service could have been a little more attentive, but they were busy even at 9-10pm on a Thursday night. All in all, I'd be happy to return. Their food and wine were exceptional. read more

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Had a lovely date night at Demo recently! My husband and I had a seat at the counter, and it was a nice experience being able to watch the Chefs at work. We ordered a variety of bites and left pleasantly full. 1. Foccacia with cultured butter and anchovy. Foccacia was delicious as was their cultured butter. Anchovies were also good, but only came with 3 so we wished there was a bit more. 2. Lengua tonnata. Two different cuts of meat served with a generous serving of some type of aioli/hummus. We really enjoyed this dish! 3. Crab casino. Had solid amount of crab and was delightfully cheesy. Also enjoyed! 4. Lobster au poivre. While it was good, we didn't feel like it was worth the price tag. Would probably swap this with another dish next time we come! 5. Maple semifreddo. We really enjoyed the balance of flavors in this with the maple, green apple, olive oil and the oat milk crumble added some fantastic texture. Service was friendly and efficient, too! read more

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We checked out Demo last night since it was a chase sapphire OpenTable restaurant. Not sure if we would have gone otherwise. It was pretty pricey, but pretty good. The service and great. Very attentive. It was a Monday night, but pretty packed. Very cozy atmosphere. The focaccia was good, came with olive oil, but could have added butter for a cost. The gemelli was very good. I liked the crispy kale on top and was spicier than expected. The lobster was a small portion. It was very buttery and cooked well, but honestly, I think we liked the fries better. The fries were the star of the show. Season well, crispy and so fresh. Just those 3 plates, it was $165 for two with tax and tip. Pretty good, but not sure I would have gone without the dining credit. read more

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Very charming intimate dinner spot. Great for a date night or friend's night out. My friend and I sat counter service in the back. We had asparagus, crab clam, pasta and lobster. All dishes were quite unique and flavorful. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was the sauce that accompanied the lobster (came with fries but place doesn't have ketchup). Service was outstanding and food was delicious. Would definitely come back. read more

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Overall pretty good but it is indeed quite pricy for the portion. Honestly the Focaccia might be my fav, enough oil and the sesame crunch to make it interesting. Scallop Crudo - a pretty good bite. Marinated Squid - okay dish, love the flavor more. Cabbage - good but small, sauce was good. Arroz + Cheese + Mushroom dish - pretty good combination, almost like an entree. Service was very good and friendly, patient! read more

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Really cozy and intimate spot. Staff were also attentive, gave us recommendations, and noticed one of the utensils were dirty before placing them down. The food was good, tho maybe the rice plancha and gemelli were a little salty for my taste. The standout was the mackerel, light but aromatic, and torched in front of us since we were sitting at the bar. Caraflax cabbage was also a standout with enough char to add on to the overall soda. The mushroom rice, again a little salty but big on mushroom flavor. Same with the gemelli, a little salty for my taste but lots of different textures from the crunch of the toppings and fried kale, and the spicy marinara sauce. That said, a bit pricey. $28 for mackerel, $21 for the cabbage, and $34 each for the rice and pasta. Portion size were smaller than expected, and expected to walk away bloated, but came out satiated. read more

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This place have very nice vibe and ambience. The workers are very friendly and helpful. We were seated at the back where the bar seating was and I was seated right in front of the chef prepping for the apps, so it's nice to see how clean everything was prepared. The menu is on the smaller side but that's a good thing in my book. The food was very yummy and flavorful ! Everything we got was delicious on its own way. They are not big dishes but nice sharing size for a party if 2. The only 2 things I am not in love with is that the place is pretty crowded, I have to squeeze by a few tables to get to the bathroom or to my seat. Even tho the dishes are yummy it is still on the pricier side, we ordered 4 dishes (no drinks or desserts) and after tips it's $150. They also told us they are fully booked so we had up to 1h and 45min for our meal. We usually eat pretty quick so it wasn't an issue for us but if you are the type that likes to chat and chill a little more then that might be something to consider. read more

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Demo is a cozy and classy spot. We made reservations at Demo due to them being a Chase Sapphire "Exclusive Table" - meaning, we could use our $150 Chase Sapphire Reserve credit here. We enjoyed the ambiance, location, and service. The food was delicious, but in our opinion, would not be worth the price without our Chase credit. But we're so glad we got to try it! Arroz a la plancha: this was our starting dish and it was the star of the show. Crispy rice and fried cheese is always an excellent choice. Gemelli: this pasta dish had great flavors, including a tiny bit of spice! It tastes like an Italian sausage pasta dish. Half chicken: the chicken was perfectly cooked, with great flavor throughout. I enjoyed this more than the gemelli, but I have also had very delicious chicken like this at a lower price point. Banana pudding: I'm usually a banana pudding purist, but I'll make an exception for Demo's. The crispness and sweetness of the bananas was incredible. There was also a nice saltiness throughout. Not your average banana pudding and definitely worth a try! For these 4 dishes, for 2 people, our total was around $160 (pre-Chase credit). read more

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Went to Demo earlier this week for my celebratory retirement dinner with two close friends. We were warmly greeted by Mia, who turned out to be our server as well. She hung our coats as we got settled in our banquette and we agreed on some bubbles to kick off the meal, along with an order of their delicious focaccia with olive oil and anchovies. We went for an array of appetizers including the lengua tonnata (tender and tasty), the Spanish mackerel with sauce gribiche, and the arroz a la plancha. All were impressive, but arroz a la plancha is to die for, with great texture and deep flavors or mushroom and crunchy rice. The butter bean soup was also a terrific choice. We then moved to the entrees and had a 20 oz. Boneless Ribeye, sliced and served with blistered red peppers. The lobster au poivre was another winner and the sauce paired well with the sliced ribeye. Win win! The banana pudding rounded out this feast. Mia was an excellent server, knowledgeable about the menu and wine list, super friendly and we shared some laughs during the meal, as well as enjoying her nodding confirmation when we selected the perfect pairing of vino with the entrees. The room was busy, but not loud, and we were comfortable throughout. We'll be back! read more

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My friends and I visited this wine bar in West Village for dinner and a girl's night out and we loved the bottle we shared (we found a great orange wine!) and definitely enjoyed the apps and entrees we shared. For food we ordered the: - Scallop Crudo: Refreshing and light, really fresh and a great way to start our meal - Lengua Tonnata: Beef tongue with cream sauce and capers, definitely needed a heavy squeeze of lemon but we loved how tender the beef was - Arroz La Plancha: Delicious crispy rice with mushrooms served like a cheese flauta. This had to be our favorite of the night as we really didn't know what to expect but this turned out to be so yummy and pretty filling - Cavatelli: In spicy tomato sauce, this was nice and comforting. Great for sharing - Fluke: Brown butter sauce and capers with a side of spinach. Out of all the plates, this one felt most like a main and gave us the protein we needed. Loved the sauce with capers and the fish was perfectly cooked and tender. The spinach was quite bland though and needed more seasoning or sauce. Overall, a great lively wine bar with good food, fantastic wine and guaranteed a good time! read more

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A friend and I popped into Demo on a Saturday night for an earlier dinner. We had a 5:30p reservation and were seated right away in the back near the counter. As a wine bar, they had a nice selection of glasses and bottles of wine. I was in the mood for a white and had an excellent glass of Chardonnay. For food, we went with the Focaccia, Scallop Crudo, Crab Casino, Arroz, Lobster and Gemelli. We enjoyed all the dishes, but the Scallop Crudo, Crab and Arroz were highlights. I found the Gemelli a bit tough and the Lobster was a bit overpriced for what it was. Service was great. We had an awesome waitstaff who checked in on us and made sure we were enjoying. Food was paced well and though they have a 1.5 hour time frame, we never felt rushed. Ambiance is nice too. It's tiny, but it didn't feel cramped. I also loved the clean, modern feel to the space. Overall, Demo was a worth the experience. While it's a pricey endeavor, we enjoyed most of the items and the ambiance/service. read more

Warm, snug, and quietly romantic, a perfect winter spot. Dishes are creative and well-balanced, perfect for sharing with a date or small group of friends. The scallop crudo is a must. We loved it so much we ordered it twice Bright lemon, a touch of heat, and rich scallop, just perfect. The cabbage and arroz a la plancha were also standouts, both beautifully charred but totally different in texture. The arroz almost felt like a cheesy parmesan burrito Savory, rich, and so satisfying. scallop crudo $28* foccacia $7* add cultured butter $3 caraflex cabbage $18 arroz a la plancha $31 roasted duck breast $38* banana pudding $14 분위기랑 음식 둘 다 완벽한 와인바 따뜻하고 포근해서 겨울이랑 특히 잘 어울린다. 가리비 크루도는 주문필수다 상큼한 레몬이랑 살짝 매운맛의 밸런스가 최고였다. 양배추랑 아로스도 특별한 맛. 둘다 불맛이 나는데 식감과 스타일이 완전히 달라서 좋다. 전체적으로 소스 조합을 영리하게 사용하고 균형이 잘 잡힌 디쉬들을 선보이는 곳이다!! read more

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Reflecting on my experience at Demo, the things that stand out are it's a restaurant. A restaurant with food in it. It's also very small and tight, as many NYC restaurants in this area are. The service was nice. Food-wise, it was either good and memorable or not good. The lengua tonnata was super yummy, I only wish the lengua wasn't ice cold when it was served. Maybe cool would've been better but they take it out of the fridge, prep it right at the bar and serve it immediately. Same with the scallops. The chicken tasted like a Costco chicken with maple syrup. The pasta with kale was nice. I wouldn't go back but maybe it's worth trying for a date. read more

Stumbled upon this restaurant, and wow it was a great stumble. The staff and ambiance was welcoming and warm, we sat near the bar in the back and it was fun to watch all of the food get its final touches before being sent out to patrons. Our waiter was lovely, super kind and outgoing. The wine was delicious, we split a bottle. The food was also interesting and really yummy, we loved the mushroom rice dish, and the banana dessert was literally the cherry on top to a lovely evening. I actually think often about the banana pudding dessert haha. I am pretty picky about restaurants and ambiance, and this one was a pleasant surprise. We will absolutely be returning. Don't listen to the bad reviews, the cost is pretty on par to NYC and we were beyond satiated. read more

Demo - Banana dessert - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Very cute wine bar! Had a glass of the TOST which was yummy. I could only stay to try the foccacia which I thought tasted more like other breads than Foccacia lol but would come again to try the other food. read more

Demo - Foccacia - New American Near Me - New York, New York

While we didn't have the food here, we stopped by for a bottle of wine. They have a great selection of orange wines (my favorite) and knowledgeable and friendly staff to help with selection! The atmosphere is also really nice, great for nighttime. read more

Demo - Wine - New American Near Me - New York, New York

I recently visited Demo Restaurant and had a genuinely great experience. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt welcoming--clean, well-designed, and not overly noisy, which made it easy to relax and enjoy the meal. The food was definitely the highlight. Every dish was fresh, well-presented, and packed with flavor. You can tell there's real attention to detail in both the ingredients and preparation. I especially appreciated how balanced everything tasted--nothing felt rushed or overly heavy. Service was another strong point. The staff were attentive without being intrusive, and everything came out at a good pace. It made the whole experience feel smooth and enjoyable. Overall, Demo Restaurant strikes a great balance between quality food, good service, and a comfortable environment. I'd absolutely come back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and enjoyable dining experience. read more

Always exploring new restaurants for unique wines and simple yet delicious pairings. That's when I came across Demo. The menu really spoke to my palette so I pulled up hoping it will hit and it did not disappoint. The vibe is cozy yet vibrant. Great food, wine, and service. Highlights are the marinated squid and the properly cooked steak! read more

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Enjoyed this spot! Very innovative flavor combinations, very fresh seafood & ingredients. The mushroom rice omelette situation was divine- definitely the star of the show for us. Staff was wonderful w/ helping us pick a bottle of wine. Very dimly lit inside & great vibes! read more

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A super cozyyyy and cute wine bar that's perfect for date night! As a wine lover, I'm always on the lookout for a good wine bar with a great wine list. My friend (who is also a wine lover) recommended me this place, so I had to check it out! - Wine: 100/10 (the wine list here is fantastic! Had some of the best orange wines here.) - Pork chop: 10/10 (tender pork chop pieces in a dark sauce. Very flavorful and the portion size was good) - Octopus: 8/10 (ceviche-style octopus. Great but small portion size) Overall, food was great, service was good, vibes were vibing, and the wine list was fantastic. Will def be back! read more

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We loved this. Everything we got was great, with the scallop crudo, arroz, and (surprisingly) the strawberry shortcake being particular standouts. (That was one of the best desserts I've had in 2025.) The focaccia would also be an automatic reorder, and I'd consider the crab casino again, although there are so many other great looking dishes on the menu. read more

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Went to Estela for my wife's birthday dinner, had a miserable time, I was so annoyed, I ended up booking another restaurant to make up for it. Demo delivered! Food cooked, presented, priced and portioned well. Staff/service was on point! Well done Demo, thanking you for saving my wife's birthday :) read more

Pretty small resto, nice date-y ambiance, dessert was amazing but bread was not that great :( read more

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Solid wine selection but their banana pudding is honestly divine. We sat by the window. Service was great. Lovely space

Yummy wine bar fare, quite steep prices but delicious. Came here for spencers going away din (one of two). My personal fav was the arroz a la pancha - cheesy goodness. Scallops were also nice! Lobster frites are good but jesus expensive. Their wine is, as expected, exquisite! We had one that, per our server, tasted like strawberry yogurt (accurate). On that note the service was outstanding, i loved that guy! read more

My party ordered one of everything on the menu outside of the steak, and we were super impressed! Every dish was executed well, and makes me want to revisit again soon. My personal favorites were the lobster au povre and the scallop crudo. Even though the lobster is the highest priced item on the menu, I thought it was quite worth it as the portions are ample and the sauce is divine! Service was also very on point for our meal, with waters refilled on time and servers checking in once in a while. read more

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Demo is a cute, bustling wine bar with delicious food, efficient service, and of course, fantastic wine. It may be on the newer side, but it's already operating like a well-oiled machine. The chefs at Demo met at the restaurant Wildair, which was one of the early "foodie"-type restaurants I went to when I was first getting into the NYC restaurant scene in 2015. At the time, I had said it was one of the best -- if not the best -- meals I'd ever had. I wouldn't say the food here bears a ton of similarity to the menu I had at Wildair back then, but the product is just as delicious, with the same subtle creativity and pitch perfect execution. We came here at 8:45 on a Saturday night. We were seated quickly and brought water immediately after. Always appreciate when a restaurant leaves a bottle of water at the table. Demo just has wine, so we tried a few different wines by the class to sample more of the menu. I first started with an orange wine which was absolutely delicious. On the lighter side, so a perfect one to start with. I hadn't heard of any of the wines on the menu despite being a natural wine lover, so I fully relied on our server to steer us in a good direction based on our preferences. My husband started with a sparkling wine that he also liked. We then each tried a different white wine and both were fantastic. The one I liked the most was an unfiltered chenin blanc. Food-wise, they recommend sharing a bunch of plates, which is my general approach anyway. The menu is divided into cold apps, hot apps, mains, and desserts. We ended up getting a nice mix of proteins and produce and we enjoyed every bite. Eats, below: Mackerel w/ gribiche, pickled shallots: A+ Our first dish out was excellent and unique. I've had many iterations of raw/cured seafood in my life, and I'm pretty sure I'd never seen it served with gribiche (a cold egg sauce, a little bit like egg salad). I was a little wary at first because in my mind these things don't intuitively go together, but the pairing was fantastic. It went well with the relatively thick slices of mackerel and the nice tang from the shallots. Marinated Squid w/ ajo blanco, market radish: A+ This is the one my husband was wary of because he was not convinced that cold, un-breaded squid would be good. I really wanted to try it and our server said it was one of their favorite things on the menu, so we went for it. My husband was pleasantly surprised that he loved this dish and he raved about it all night. It was fresh and bright with subtle and delicate flavors. Chopped Radicchio w/ tahini, citrus, za'atar crumble: A A wonderful winter salad with radicchio, some endive, a little fennel, lots of bitter greens that paired nicely with the nuttiness of the tahini and citrus notes of the dressing. Asparagus w/ romesco: A Probably the least exciting of the things we ordered but delicious all the same. In a gesture of excitement my husband accidentally flung an asparagus spear off the table and we had to sheepishly tell the server, but perhaps this is just a sign of how much we enjoyed our time here. Half Chicken w/ tokyo turnips, vin jaune: A+ A juicy and comforting roasted chicken served with a heavenly sauce. The turnips were also taking a nice bath in the sauce. We couldn't quite finish it because we were pretty full at the end but we did our best to conquer it because it was that good. read more

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cute wine bar in wv, narrow / rectangular outlay creates intimacy it took about five minutes to get someone to notice / seat us so maybe still figuring out their operations... tomatoes dish was a highlight but too much butter in crab casino and arroz a la plancha our server was amazing and attentive though so 5/5 for her read more

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This was a special dinner with my brother, who knows the chef. Everything we had was special and delicious and the wine was lovely. The menu is changing all the time so every trip is something new. The focaccia bread was to die for and get all the extras, delicious. The format is small plates plus entrees. This is a great place to share with a group or try a few things with a pal and a beautiful glass of wine. You will not be disappointed. The atmosphere is cozy tucked on a sweet little street near Father Demo Square in the West Village. Such a great experience. read more

Demo is a lively wine bar in the heart of Greenwich Village that is serving creative food from two Wildair alums. Demo certainly has five star potential and look forward to hopefully seeing them elevate their game to get there. Service is excellent. read more

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Had a reservation tonight and showed up with my friend and were told we could have one seat at the bar by the front door with a constant cold draft coming in. When my friend asked nicely for a better - I mean decent - seat - or ever better yet and crazy for us to ask I know - maybe 2 seats for the reservation for 2 people - the hostess crossed her arms and said NO. I then asked the same question - you know that crazy request for 2 seats for 2 people - she again said NO. Crossed arms and (sour look seem to be a requisite here.), were once again told we could have our one measly seat for two people by the door. Owners - your hostess is not only rude, she repels customers. You don't get a second chance when you treat people like this. I'm so tired or restaurants that think we customers are lucky to come to you. We walked down the street to Minetta Tavern where we are loyal customers and were immediately seated and treated great. Good luck with your attitude! I'll be happy to spread the word! Want to update the above review on how badly we were treated by the hostess at Demo. She reported to Open Table that we were no shows! We showed up - she just wouldn't give us a seat! We did of course report this to Open Table and it also gave me an opportunity to come back and report that she was even worse than we originally thought. read more

I liked Demo just fine. The food was good and the service was great. I just felt like the vibes were a little off. It's a tiny restaurant. The speakers have 80s and 90s jams going, but I feel like everyone working there was under 30 [LOL]. My server was amazing, she explained all about the various wines and how much food was enough for one person. I would definitely come back and give the restaurant another go, if not for having a chance at the tortilla and focaccia. The two dishes I was most impressed with were the arroz a la plancha [$31], which seems to be a fan favorite, and the banana pudding [$14] for dessert. The arroz is definitely large enough for two people to share or one person if you're very hungry. I loved the crispy crunchy outside and the soft inside of the rice and the cheese. It was perfectly cheesy. The banana pudding was a very solid dessert, but what I enjoyed the most were the caramelized bananas. I also had the beef tartare [$28] which was good, but it was maybe, a little, too overpowered by the vinegar or whatever acidic element was in it. I actually really loved the potato chips sprinkled on top. The cauliflower [$15] was also fine / good. It was cooked really well [roasted?] but definitely needed to be zhuzhed up by something more than romesco and a vinaigrette. Overall, I paid $113, after tax, before tip. read more

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