Bar Veloce
New York, NY 10011-1827
Phone: (212) 629-5300
- Cross Street:
- Between 20th Street and 21st Street
- Directions:
- 1 at 18th St; F at 23rd St
- Hours:
- Daily 5pm-3am
Editorial Review for Bar Veloce – by Erin Behan
The Scene
This wine bar practically gleams on this slightly shabby stretch of Seventh Avenue. Its frosted-glass entrance leads into a clean, almost gallery-like space. Inside, the object of veneration is clear: Brick walls set off the perfectly stacked rows of wine bottles behind the long, unfinished wood bar. Early in the night, arty neighborhood folks join with an after-work crowd. Later, a post-dinner and date crowd trickles in to enjoy the grown-up, but not stuffy, ambience.
The Draw
If reasonably priced glasses of wine served by friendly suited bartenders isn't enough of a draw, the tempting array of Italian-inspired tapas, including paninis and cheese plates, should do the trick. The prosciutto bruschetta, with fig paste, rosemary and pine nuts, offers a burst of sweetness in each bite and pairs nicely with the Lugana, a crisp white. Those looking for a more full-bodied red, should sample the Cannonau Riserva.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasIf you're sitting at the bar, look under the counter to find handy hooks for purses, coats or umbrellas.
What to DrinkWhile its focus is wine, Bar Veloce also serves sake, beer, house-infused grappa, bourbon and scotch.
Save TimeIf you're in the East Village, check out Bar Veloce's sister location.
User Reviews for Bar Veloce
04/12/2008 Posted by outandabout27
Bar Veloce is a great set up. I frequent the one on 2nd ave, and decided to venture to this one because of the proximity to my office. I think Ill be staying on the east side from now on. The food and wine is always great here. The problem is the staff, actually just one bartender. When I think wine bar, I think personal cozy staff. However, the main bartender made me and my group feel akwardly uncomfortable. He needs to get off of his power trip and realize that the people who tip him are on my side of the bar. Seriously, I really felt insulted and had no idea why. I would reccomend Bar Veloce, just not this location.
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful
09/27/2007 Posted by i_love_nyc
Read about Bar Veloces' in NY Magazine. We visited both locations last night and fell in LOVE with it. The overall experience was just simply fantastic. The service was cool and memorable, the bartender was very professional and not too chatty (we like that). The products they delivered was great! We'll definitely make this our hot spot in nyc!
Pros: Service, Wines, Bar Snacks & Desserts, Atmosphere
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
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