Il Bambino

I finally got to Il Bambino and had a very interesting time. Is it worth the trip? Absolutely. Is it still working out the kinks? Definitely. We had a few wonderful dishes and a few that seemed to be the same dish reconfigured; a salad and a bruschetta that both had white beans as their main focus. So go, bring a bottle of Rioja or a delicious Fiano and ask for some recommendations from your waiter and enjoy.

34-08 31st Avenue
Astoria, NY 11106
(718) 626-0087

Sripraphai

Classic spicy Thai, everyone raves about these guys and I am pretty convinced that a bottle of Gruner Veltliner or the Dr L Reisling would be a perfect pair, and why not venture out into Queens, it's fun I promise.

64-13 39th Ave.
718-899-9599

Lamb and Jaffy

Last I checked these guys are still BYOB and their incredible proximity to Vine makes them even more fantastic. Their menu riffs on American classics and presents some incredible new favorites like devils on horseback and stuffed peppers.

Check them out;
1073 Manhatttan Ave
(and Eagle)
Brooklyn, NY 11222
718.389-3638

Falai Panatteria

Run, do not walk, to this fantastic Venetion style panatteria. The bread is baked on site, the food is fantastic and the location for people watching cannot be beat. So grab a great bottle of red and eat for a pittance, don't miss the avocado truffle salad or the whole wheat lasagana.


79 Clinton Street
(212) 777-8956

If you have the money or time the sister restaurant Falai is half a block away and well worth the money, but make sure that you make a reservation.

On Wednesdays, BYOB from Vine Wine to:

Tuk Tuk
49-06 Vernon Blvd
(718) 472-5598