Kindred

Interesting wines and expert cocktails are the initial allure at this intimate, dimly lit café in the East Village. Once settled in at the bar or a table in the dining room, you'll want to expand the experience to include luscious onion dip to spread on grilled flatbread; chicken meatballs with garlic aioli; and fried, handmade ravioli with mushrooms and ricotta. This is the second project from the team behind nearby Ruffian Wine Bar and attracts kindred wine geeks.