"This was the year of the wine bar. Everyone in New York City decided to open one, including your dad, your roommate, and the person who delivers your mail. There’s an example in every neighborhood, but if you want the best, you’ll have to visit Place des Fêtes. This casual Clinton Hill spot from the Oxalis team has tweed banquettes, warm lighting, and a spacious bar with a view of the open kitchen. All of that seems standard enough, but the dishes coming out of that kitchen are on par with what you’ll find at top fine-dining spots in NYC. The menu changes often, but highlights have included fried sweetbreads on sourdough, a plate of silky mortadella, and chilled mussels with sepia ink and Szechuan peppercorns. Focus on the small plates, and order as much as you can." - carina finn koeppicus, kenny yang, neha talreja, bryan kim
