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Best Wine Bars in New York for Summer 2026

FeaturedUpdated August 18, 2026

Best Wine Bars in New York for Summer 2026 highlights 10 places in New York, including Vanguard Wine Bar (Upper East Side), Amélie West Village Restaurant, Bistro & Wine Bar, and Aldo Sohm Wine Bar. Find photos, tips, and booking options for your visit.

Best Wine Bars in New York for Summer 2026
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10 stops to try

Vanguard Wine Bar (Upper East Side) — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

Vanguard Wine Bar (Upper East Side)

Wine bar1372 1st AveHours & contact
(212) 288-9463
Monday
5 PM–2 AM
Tuesday
5 PM–2 AM
Wednesday
5 PM–2 AM
Thursday
5 PM–2 AM
Friday
5 PM–2 AM
Saturday
5 PM–2 AM
Sunday
3 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Vanguard Wine Bar gives New York a wine bar stop built around wine, dining rooms, and crostini, with a practical fit for wine nights.

Vanguard Wine Bar at 1372 1st Ave works for wine nights when you want wine, dining rooms, and crostini. Keep it in the mix for small plates or after-dinner drinks, especially Friday evening after 6pm.

Perfect for

wine nights, small plates, after-dinner drinks

Pro tip. Call (212) 288-9463 to check their latest wine offerings.

Best on Friday evening after 6pm

Amélie West Village Restaurant, Bistro & Wine Bar — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

Amélie West Village Restaurant, Bistro & Wine Bar

French22 W 8th StHours & contact
(212) 533-2962
Monday
12–11 PM
Tuesday
12–11 PM
Wednesday
12–11 PM
Thursday
12–11 PM
Friday
12 PM–12 AM
Saturday
11 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11 AM–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Amélie West Village Restaurant, Bistro & Wine Bar gives New York a wine bar stop built around wine, wine glasses, and drink, with a practical fit for wine nights.

Amélie West Village Restaurant, Bistro & Wine Bar at 22 W 8th St works for wine nights when you want wine, wine glasses, and drink. Keep it in the mix for small plates or after-dinner drinks, especially Friday evening after 6pm.

Perfect for

wine nights, small plates, after-dinner drinks

Pro tip. Call (212) 533-2962 to check their latest wine pairings.

Best on Friday evening after 6pm

Aldo Sohm Wine Bar — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

Aldo Sohm Wine Bar

Wine bar151 W 51st StHours & contact
(212) 554-1143
Monday
12–11 PM
Tuesday
12–11 PM
Wednesday
12–11 PM
Thursday
12–11 PM
Friday
12–11:30 PM
Saturday
4–11:30 PM
Sunday
Closed

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Aldo Sohm Wine Bar gives New York a wine bar stop built around drink, wine, and wine glass, with a practical fit for wine nights.

Aldo Sohm Wine Bar at 151 W 51st St works for wine nights when you want drink, wine, and wine glass. Keep it in the mix for small plates or after-dinner drinks, especially Friday evening after 6pm.

Perfect for

wine nights, small plates, after-dinner drinks

Pro tip. Call (212) 554-1143 for reservations.

Best on Friday evening after 6pm

Le Dive — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

Le Dive

Wine bar37 Canal StHours & contact
Monday
3 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
3 PM–1 AM
Wednesday
3 PM–1 AM
Thursday
3 PM–2 AM
Friday
3 PM–2 AM
Saturday
12 PM–2 AM
Sunday
12 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Le Dive gives New York a wine bar stop built around wine, wine by the glass, and small plates, with a practical fit for wine nights.

Le Dive at 37 Canal St works for wine nights when you want wine, wine by the glass, and small plates. Keep it in the mix for small plates or after-dinner drinks, especially Friday evening after 6pm.

Perfect for

wine nights, small plates, after-dinner drinks

Pro tip. Use this as a wine-first stop rather than a full dinner plan.

Best on Friday evening after 6pm

Vin Sur Vingt Wine Bar - Upper West Side — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

Vin Sur Vingt Wine Bar - Upper West Side

Wine bar66 W 84th StHours & contact
(646) 895-9944
Monday
12:30–1 AM, 3:30 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
12:30–1 AM, 3:30 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
12:30–1 AM, 3:30 PM–12 AM
Thursday
12:30–1 AM, 3:30 PM–12 AM
Friday
12:30–1 AM, 3:30 PM–12 AM
Saturday
12:30–1 AM, 3:30 PM–12 AM
Sunday
12:30–1 AM, 3:30 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Vin Sur Vingt Wine Bar - Upper West Side gives New York a wine bar stop built around wine, wine glass, and appetizers, with a practical fit for wine nights.

Vin Sur Vingt Wine Bar - Upper West Side at 66 W 84th St works for wine nights when you want wine, wine glass, and appetizers. Keep it in the mix for small plates or after-dinner drinks, especially Friday evening after 6pm.

Perfect for

wine nights, small plates, after-dinner drinks

Pro tip. Call (646) 895-9944 to check out their latest wine offerings.

Best on Friday evening after 6pm

The Ten Bells — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

The Ten Bells

Wine bar247 Broome StHours & contact
(212) 228-4450
Monday
5 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
5 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
5 PM–12 AM
Thursday
5 PM–1 AM
Friday
5 PM–1 AM
Saturday
3 PM–1 AM
Sunday
3–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The Ten Bells features a curated selection of natural wines.

The Ten Bells is a natural wine bar located on Broome Street, offering a curated selection of wines in a cozy setting. It's a popular spot for those seeking a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy a glass of wine.

Perfect for

Exploring natural wine selections

Pro tip. Treat this as a wine-first stop rather than a full dinner plan.

Best on Thursday or Friday dinner service

Lei — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

Lei

Wine bar15-17 Doyers StHours & contact
Monday
5 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
5 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
5 PM–12 AM
Thursday
5 PM–12 AM
Friday
5 PM–12 AM
Saturday
5 PM–12 AM
Sunday
5 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Lei gives New York a wine bar stop built around dining rooms, wine, and dining table, with a practical fit for wine nights.

Lei at 15-17 Doyers St works for wine nights when you want dining rooms, wine, and dining table. Keep it in the mix for small plates or after-dinner drinks, especially Friday evening after 6pm.

Perfect for

wine nights, small plates, after-dinner drinks

Pro tip. Use this as a wine-first stop rather than a full dinner plan.

Best on Friday evening after 6pm

Vin Sur Vingt Wine Bar - NOMAD — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

Vin Sur Vingt Wine Bar - NOMAD

Wine bar1140 BroadwayHours & contact
(646) 922-7700
Monday
3 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
3 PM–1 AM
Wednesday
3 PM–1 AM
Thursday
3 PM–1 AM
Friday
3 PM–1 AM
Saturday
3 PM–1 AM
Sunday
3 PM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Vin Sur Vingt Wine Bar - NOMAD gives New York a wine bar stop built around wine by the glass, small plates, and slower evenings, with a practical fit for wine nights.

Vin Sur Vingt Wine Bar - NOMAD at 1140 Broadway works for wine nights when you want wine by the glass, small plates, and slower evenings. Keep it in the mix for small plates or after-dinner drinks, especially Friday evening after 6pm.

Perfect for

wine nights, small plates, after-dinner drinks

Pro tip. Call (646) 922-7700 to check out their latest wine offerings.

Best on Friday evening after 6pm

Terroir — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

Terroir

Wine bar24 Harrison StHours & contact
(212) 625-9463
Monday
4–10 PM
Tuesday
4–10 PM
Wednesday
4–10 PM
Thursday
4–11 PM
Friday
4 PM–12 AM
Saturday
4 PM–12 AM
Sunday
4–9 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Terroir gives New York a wine bar stop built around wine by the glass, small plates, and slower evenings, with a practical fit for wine nights.

Terroir at 24 Harrison St works for wine nights when you want wine by the glass, small plates, and slower evenings. Keep it in the mix for small plates or after-dinner drinks, especially Friday evening after 6pm.

Perfect for

wine nights, small plates, after-dinner drinks

Pro tip. Call (212) 625-9463 to check their latest wine offerings.

Best on Friday evening after 6pm

Arte Cafe - Upper West Side — best wine bars in New York, Summer 2026

Arte Cafe - Upper West Side

Italian106 W 73rd StHours & contact
(212) 501-7014
Monday
12–10 PM
Tuesday
12–10 PM
Wednesday
12–11 PM
Thursday
12–11 PM
Friday
12–11 PM
Saturday
11 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11 AM–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Arte Cafe - Upper West Side gives New York a wine bar stop built around bar, wine, and wine bar glass, with a practical fit for wine nights.

Arte Cafe - Upper West Side at 106 W 73rd St works for wine nights when you want bar, wine, and wine bar glass. Keep it in the mix for small plates or after-dinner drinks, especially Friday evening after 6pm.

Perfect for

wine nights, small plates, after-dinner drinks

Pro tip. Call (212) 501-7014 to check their latest wine specials.

Best on Friday evening after 6pm