Barawine

"With its refreshing decor and expansive wine menu, it's no surprise that Barawine is a crowdpleaser. The boozy brunch and funky music draws a young crowd each weekend. Out on the outdoor patio, a row of brownstones mansions acts as your backdrop as you enjoy a delicious seafood tartar or hanger steak." - Tracy Zhang

"Amid the leafy, brownstone-lined Mount Morris Park Historic District, Barawine is an inviting dining room overseen by Fabrice Warin (formerly the sommelier at Orsay). This eye-catching space entices Lenox Avenue passersby to step in, sip and sup, either perched at the bar area’s communal table or seated in the quieter, more intimate back dining room. Whitewashed walls attractively double as wine storage throughout.The crowd-pleasing menu defies classification and embraces many influences. Quinoa salad with tofu and seaweed will please the disciplined, while mac and cheese loaded with béchamel, Gruyère and diced ham calls out to more indulgent palates. Pan-seared branzino with aromatic herbs and a drizzle of balsamic is a treat for all." - Michelin Inspector

"If it’s one of those Sundays when you have no plans to leave your apartment but you feel like you should really be out in the world, head to Barawine. It’s the kind of place that’s suited for drinking a glass or three alone, especially on Sundays, when they also have live music. This place is split into two sections, with a long bar on one side and a small dining room serving a big menu of French-ish American food on the other." - Neha Talreja, Hannah Albertine, Bryan Kim, The Curious Uptowner

"Barawine, West Harlem by Tracy Zhang. With its refreshing decor and expansive wine menu, it's no surprise that Barawine is a crowdpleaser. The boozy brunch and funky music draws a young crowd each weekend. Out on the outdoor patio, a row of brownstones mansions acts as your backdrop as you enjoy a delicious seafood tartar or hanger steak."