Eli's Essentials And Wine Bar

During the day, this Madison Avenue corner operates as a bakery and deli stocked with challah, pastries, soups, and a salad bar. At 5:00 PM, the space shifts to Eli’s Bar ’91, offering a rotating menu alongside a wine list drawn from Eli Zabar’s cellar, with a focus on Burgundy, Piedmont, and Champagne. While the shop is tidy and the food looks fresh, visitors frequently report high prices for small portions and occasional service hiccups.