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(212) 358-7125

63 Clinton St (nr. Rivington St.)
New York, NY 10002 40.719404 -73.984903

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Neighborhoods: Lower East Side, Downtown

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Hours:

M-TH 6 pm to 11 pm

FR-SA 5 pm to 12 am

SU - Private Brunch & Dinner

Price:

$$

Last updated 4.14.11

Category:

Restaurants , Wine Bars

Payment Methods:

American Express , Discover , Visa , MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Local Favorite , Private Rooms , Date Spot , Group Dining , Private Parties

General Info:

Open 7 Days

Cuisine:

Tapas / Small Plates , Eclectic & International

Bar & Club Special Features:

Romantic Nightlife , Beer & Wine Only

What People Are Saying About SavorNY

Featured Review

Kathleen Squires

Contributor

In Short – Why take one of those double-decker bus tours through downtown when you can experience the area's diversity in this sliver dedicated to small-plates snacking? Sunny yellow walls and mirrors do their best to expand the space beyond Greyhound proportions, but it's the menu that covers the most ground, making stops in nabes like Chinatown with smoked duck wontons; the Jewish Lower East Side with Reuben Empanadas; and Little Italy with panzanella salad.

Editor's Tips

What to Drink:
The wine list is as worldly as the menu, with offerings from Europe, Australia, South America and the U.S.
Save Money:
Ask about discounts for large groups and private parties on Sunday through Thursday.
Know Before You Go:
$55 four-course tasting menu with wine pairings is available by reservation only.
ambiance
84.61999893188477% positive
  1. small plates averaging $10 each are fun to try and share.
  2. The food is unique and fun, especially the cod dish and the serrano ham rolls.
  3. The food is fun and easy to share.
  4. The food is good, but not good enough to make up for the terrible atmosphere the owner creates.
  5. Since then my boyfriend and I have been back two or 3 times for dinner or wine at the cozy bar.
  6. Music is fun, but not too loud and the wine prices are very good.
  7. have been here a couple of times and there is always a fun, good looking crowd, not to mention the great food.
  8. Cozy atmosphere is conducive to dates with hip, but not clubby, music that allows for chatting.
  9. The music was great and the place had a fun vibe.
  10. The wine selection is varied, but the staff is very comfortable helping you find exactly what you are looking for.
  11. plus a great meat and cheese board, as well as tasty, fun desserts.
  12. Once seated we were well taken care of and got to try a bunch of fun wines and 5-6 unique plates.
  13. The place is romantic, but also has a good energy to it (music is fun and varied).
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. Had a really interesting spicy dessert that was stuffed in an roasted pepper.
  2. plus a great meat and cheese board, as well as tasty, fun desserts.
  3. We were really impressed with the pricing - under $80 for five plates, dessert, and a great bottle of wine.
  4. We skipped the desert here and went to the Cocoa Bar a block away which was also very good.
  5. The staff is very helpful with wine selections and the bill was very reasonable (under $100 with a bottle of wine, dessert, and tip).
  6. (and I love dessert).
  7. the desserts are great as well, and my favorite is the custard!
  8. Food, wine, and especially the desserts made it a great experience.
  9. think its the best dessert I have ever eaten.
  10. The wine was also great and we loved the deserts.
  11. Also, the honey custard was possibly one of the best desserts I've ever had!
drinks
87.18000411987305% positive
  1. All of the wines are available by the glass or the bottle and the waiter was helpful (but not pretentious) with suggestions.
  2. Music is fun, but not too loud and the wine prices are very good.
  3. Our wine glasses were always full and the staff really made it a special day.
  4. The staff is very helpful with wine selections and the bill was very reasonable (under $100 with a bottle of wine, dessert, and tip).
  5. am not a big wine drinker, but they paired different glasses with each dish effortlessly.
  6. The food was surprisingly good, the service was truly hospitable and the wine recommendations were on point.
  7. The wine selection is varied, but the staff is very comfortable helping you find exactly what you are looking for.
  8. Our water and wine were always full.
  9. The service was incredibly attentive on a busy nite and the bartender even poured a free taste of another wine I was contemplating ordering.
  10. The food was fantastic, the wine was even better.
  11. The food is very good and the wine list is very reasonable and has enough depth to meet most demands.
  12. Service didn't miss a beat and the wine selections were great - not sure if it was my boss or the staff that selected.
  13. Tried some great wines that I was not familiar with, but they brought us tastes of everything we were unsure of.
  14. The wines are a great quality and value for the price.
  15. The wine list is somewhat artificially broken out into flavor groups which is probably helpful if you don't know wines but trust your own knowledge if you do.
  16. The wines are really cheap for the quality and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
  17. Since then my boyfriend and I have been back two or 3 times for dinner or wine at the cozy bar.
  18. We were really impressed with the pricing - under $80 for five plates, dessert, and a great bottle of wine.
  19. Service was with us on every step of the meal and the wines are great and cheap.
  20. The wine menu was reasonably priced and had great selections (which Craig paired perfectly with our food).
  21. Definitely a place to try if you like wine and sampling different types of food on one menu.
  22. its hip, unpretentious, and they have great food and wine.
  23. Turns out it's an awesome place for anyone who doesn't want to decide on just one thing to eat or drink.
  24. Food, wine, and especially the desserts made it a great experience.
  25. Once seated we were well taken care of and got to try a bunch of fun wines and 5-6 unique plates.
  26. The wine was also great and we loved the deserts.
food quality
94.32999610900879% positive
  1. The food was very tasty and plentiful and the service met our every need.
  2. Ate here last Monday night and really enjoyed the food.
  3. It is rare that you can get the great service they provide here without paying a fortune for dinner - I think our meal for two was around $90 with tip.
  4. The food is good, but not good enough to make up for the terrible atmosphere the owner creates.
  5. plus a great meat and cheese board, as well as tasty, fun desserts.
  6. have been here with big groups and with 2 other couples on 2 other occasions, but the personal attention we got during this meal made it our best experience so far.
  7. The food is very good and the wine list is very reasonable and has enough depth to meet most demands.
  8. Staff was super attentive and the food was really flavorful and unique without being weird - if that makes sense?
  9. Amazing food.
  10. Loved the sausage dish and duck wontons.
  11. The food was fantastic, the wine was even better.
  12. (yet it somehow worked together to form an amazing meal).
  13. Loved the rice ball and duck dishes.
  14. Had a really interesting spicy dessert that was stuffed in an roasted pepper.
  15. am not a big wine drinker, but they paired different glasses with each dish effortlessly.
  16. Due to the hospitable staff and tasty food, we are actual having our Thanksgiving dinner here and renting out the entire restaurant.
  17. love the vegetable samosas and the sticky pork.
  18. Service was with us on every step of the meal and the wines are great and cheap.
  19. Example: great place for good bread
  20. The wine menu was reasonably priced and had great selections (which Craig paired perfectly with our food).
  21. The food is served tapas style, where it isnt huge quantities, but meant for sharing.
  22. The food is unique and all of the different flavors amazingly work well together.
  23. have been here a couple of times and there is always a fun, good looking crowd, not to mention the great food.
  24. it is all tapas so the portions are small to share to begin with, and since not that many dishes are that great, i'd say go try somewhere else.
  25. The food was great and all over the map in terms of taste, everything we had was declicious.
  26. The food has such a great combination of flavors from so many different cooking styles - Italian, Chinese, Mexican - all on the same menu.
  27. The food was delicious and abundant (almost too much!
  28. The food was surprisingly good, the service was truly hospitable and the wine recommendations were on point.
  29. will definitely be back to try everything that is on the menu, but the duck, chicken, and rice ball were awesome for the first go-round
  30. All of the food we had was very good but also very diverse and that was a big PLUS for us, as we had different people w/ dietary restrictions.
  31. The services was timely and the food was great.
  32. The food is always tasty and I find the prices to be more than reasonable.
  33. loved everything I ate, especially the sausage and pear dish.
  34. Salmon, pork, chicken and custard were some of the best combinations of flavor that I have had in a while.
  35. Definitely a place to try if you like wine and sampling different types of food on one menu.
  36. do not consider myself a particularly adventurous diner, but we loved the cod falafel and the savory pear dish, as well as everything else we had.
  37. The food here is really unique and has a ton of flavor.
  38. The food is fun and easy to share.
  39. The food was as good and as flavorful for our party of 10, as if there were only 2 of us dining.
  40. The food was excellent and the portions were extremely generous.
  41. The food is great, the service is better, and the place had a great vibe.
  42. The food is unique and fun, especially the cod dish and the serrano ham rolls.
  43. The food was unique, polished, well-though out.
  44. He handled our indecision and confusion with grace and provided a great meal.
  45. We tried 4 or 5 different dishes and especially loved the rice ball and empanadas.
  46. Food was tasty and abundant.
  47. its hip, unpretentious, and they have great food and wine.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. The food has such a great combination of flavors from so many different cooking styles - Italian, Chinese, Mexican - all on the same menu.
  2. You have to go off of a pre-selected menu, but the portions are great and the price is very reasonable.
  3. All of the food we had was very good but also very diverse and that was a big PLUS for us, as we had different people w/ dietary restrictions.
  4. Service didn't miss a beat and the wine selections were great - not sure if it was my boss or the staff that selected.
  5. The wine selection is varied, but the staff is very comfortable helping you find exactly what you are looking for.
  6. will definitely be back to try everything that is on the menu, but the duck, chicken, and rice ball were awesome for the first go-round
  7. usually go to larger, more established restaurants, but the space had a real charm and the menu looked interesting to say the least.
  8. Definitely a place to try if you like wine and sampling different types of food on one menu.
  9. The wine menu was reasonably priced and had great selections (which Craig paired perfectly with our food).
  10. The staff is very helpful with wine selections and the bill was very reasonable (under $100 with a bottle of wine, dessert, and tip).
overall
100.0% positive
  1. Overall really great restaurant.
  2. really good place!
  3. am tempted not to publicize how great this place is, but you can tell that whoever is running this business knows and cares about what they are doing.
  4. Example: great place for good bread
  5. The food is great, the service is better, and the place had a great vibe.
  6. The music was great and the place had a fun vibe.
  7. This is a great place to show off to your friends.
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. will definitely be back to try everything that is on the menu, but the duck, chicken, and rice ball were awesome for the first go-round
service
94.5199966430664% positive
  1. Waiter was entertaining and attentive.
  2. The food was very tasty and plentiful and the service met our every need.
  3. The wines are really cheap for the quality and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
  4. The wine selection is varied, but the staff is very comfortable helping you find exactly what you are looking for.
  5. The staff is friendly and attentive, but not intrusive, which is sometimes tough in a small space.
  6. Staff was super attentive and the food was really flavorful and unique without being weird - if that makes sense?
  7. The food is great, the service is better, and the place had a great vibe.
  8. Very attentive service and the crowd is cool, not young annoying kids like you sometimes get on the LES.
  9. The food was surprisingly good, the service was truly hospitable and the wine recommendations were on point.
  10. All of the wines are available by the glass or the bottle and the waiter was helpful (but not pretentious) with suggestions.
  11. It is rare that you can get the great service they provide here without paying a fortune for dinner - I think our meal for two was around $90 with tip.
  12. Due to the hospitable staff and tasty food, we are actual having our Thanksgiving dinner here and renting out the entire restaurant.
  13. Wines were extremely reasonable and service was on point.
  14. If personal attention and exquisite service are what you are looking for, check SavorNY out for your next party.
  15. The service was incredibly attentive on a busy nite and the bartender even poured a free taste of another wine I was contemplating ordering.
  16. Service didn't miss a beat and the wine selections were great - not sure if it was my boss or the staff that selected.
  17. All of the food we had was very good but also very diverse and that was a big PLUS for us, as we had different people w/ dietary restrictions.
  18. The service was attentive and polite.
  19. The staff is very good and friendly, the space is TINY (much smaller than I expected--prob fits less than 30 people).
  20. The service was extremely attentive and hospitable, so much so that I am planning a private birthday party here in June.
  21. The service was very professional and made us feel like we were the only people in the restaurant even though there were a bunch of people on dates.
  22. The staff is very helpful with wine selections and the bill was very reasonable (under $100 with a bottle of wine, dessert, and tip).
  23. Great little date spot - service is friendly but not intrusive.
  24. would definitely recommend the restaurant for somebody who likes professional service, but is looking for a more casual environment.
  25. They fill up quickly, but you never feel neglected, as the staff is always attentive and present.
  26. Our wine glasses were always full and the staff really made it a special day.
  27. Prices don't break the bank and the level of service is very good for such a small restaurant.
  28. The wait staff is very attentive, even though it was only two people.
value
97.22000122070312% positive
  1. To start, the price was very reasonable - about $1200 with tax and tip for 25 of us.
  2. The wines are a great quality and value for the price.
  3. The food was excellent and the portions were extremely generous.
  4. it is all tapas so the portions are small to share to begin with, and since not that many dishes are that great, i'd say go try somewhere else.
  5. The wines are really cheap for the quality and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
  6. We were really impressed with the pricing - under $80 for five plates, dessert, and a great bottle of wine.
  7. Service was with us on every step of the meal and the wines are great and cheap.
  8. Not to mention, the price was very reasonable and they are flexible with price if you are flexible with the time you are willing to start.
  9. The food is always tasty and I find the prices to be more than reasonable.
  10. You have to go off of a pre-selected menu, but the portions are great and the price is very reasonable.
  11. Music is fun, but not too loud and the wine prices are very good.
  12. The food is served tapas style, where it isnt huge quantities, but meant for sharing.
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. have been on a couple of occasions - when it was packed and when it was slow and the restaurant always gives off a great energy.
1 Star Rating: Poor

03/22/10

Terrible atmophere and service!

by smileymcsmiley at Citysearch

The food is good, but not good enough to make up for the terrible atmosphere the owner creates. I've never seen someone so unhappy to have guests in their restaurant. I suppose that is why it almost always empty! It seems as though he is unable to hire a wait staff and, therefore, has to do it himself. Boy does he dislike serving people.

Very surprising someone like that would go into the restaurant business.

  • Pros: good food
  • Cons: terrible service
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/23/09

Best Tapas in the area

by PQ at Citysearch

We hosted a wine tasting and tapas event for clients at SavorNY and could not have asked for a better venue. Craig and his team helped create a wonderful experience and I would absolutely head back with my wife and friends. The food was excellent and the portions were extremely generous. The wine menu was reasonably priced and had great selections (which Craig paired perfectly with our food). I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience and recommend SavorNY to all.

  • Pros: Charming space, great food, great wine and excellent service
  • Cons: Lack of a full bar
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/03/09

Example: great place for good bread

by iae21 at Citysearch

Headed out to this place after reading a few reviews on here. The place is nice and cosy, but the seating is not too tight like other places in the city. The wait staff is very attentive, even though it was only two people. The wine list is extensive and reasonably priced. Average bottle is in the $30-$45 range. We picked three bottles and all three were EXCELLENT. You can tell that they put some thought into their selection.

The food is served tapas style, where it isnt huge quantities, but meant for sharing. Prices for the dishes were $8 - $15 range. Food presentation and flavor was a 10. I advise everyone to get the cheese/fruit platter as an appetizer prior to ordering your food. Well worth it and fairly priced!

Overall, if you're looking for a date spot, or a quiet place where you and your friends want to sit back and enjoy, then this is the place for you.

  • Pros: Impecable service, excellent wine list, tasty tapas
  • Cons: None
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/10/09

Wonderful Food!

by CSMobileUser4 at Citysearch

Went to this tapas/wine tasting room to start the night of partying. The services was timely and the food was great. This is definately a place to go with girlfirends or datenight. All the finger and fork dishes or tatey and the dessert was out of this world.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/01/09

SUPERB!

by tinnochka at Citysearch

Visited the restaurant yesterday for the first time. The food was fantastic, the wine was even better. The place is super tiny but very cozy. Service was impeccable. It's been a long time since I visited a place like that where everything just fell into place. Will definitely return for "seconds".

  • Pros: great food, wine
  • Cons: none

The Details on SavorNY

Place Categories:

  • unique food
  • professional service
  • great neighborhood place
  • great wines
  • best overall experience
  • very reasonable price
  • best spicy dessert
  • great music
  • helpful waiter
  • great vibe
  • loved rice ball
  • very good cocoa bar
  • very attentive crowd
  • loved everything
  • great wine selections
  • great meal
  • great combination
  • unique super attentive
  • savory pear dish
  • great bottle
  • recommended highly
  • cozy atmosphere
  • friendly wait staff
  • fun small plates
  • nice little date spot