Cello Wine & Cocktail Bistro
This cozy, brick-lined bistro pours its entire rotating wine list by the glass, paired with classic cocktails and shareable flatbreads.
- Mon – Wed, 16:00 – 23:00; Thu – Fri, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1); Sat, 17:00 – 00:00 (+1)
- Free Entry
- 226 East 53rd Street
- 4.5 (164 reviews)
Description
The space offers an intimate, low-noise atmosphere that suits easy conversations and low-key date nights. While opinions on the wine list vary—some appreciate the mix of old and new world options, while others find them standard—the staff happily lets guests sample pours before committing to a bottle. The bar also mixes notably strong cocktails, such as a fig and peach martini, to go with generous cheese boards. Service is generally warm, though the welcome at the door can occasionally be a bit hands-off.