Cellar 36

Tucked into the border of Chinatown and the Lower East Side, this intimate space pairs its bottles with a soundtrack of great music. Because the bar does not offer structured flights, the staff regularly pours samples to guide you through the expansive list. The kitchen supports the wine selection with sourdough bread and salumeria, while the raw bar shines during happy hour with St. Simon oysters from New Brunswick. It makes for an unpretentious, close-quarters spot well-suited for dates or quiet conversation.