I truly dislike giving bad reviews especially to a new place but when I go to a restaurant, I am paying for a service. They wanted to make room for new guests coming in and did ask if we wanted anything else and we said no. I was still drinking my current wine glass and he TOOK AWAY MY GLASS before I could finish my drink. He didn’t even bring us the check so we waited for that. I think that’s unacceptable.
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Keuka Wine Bar & Kitchen UES
YorkvilleManhattan
Yorkville
Manhattan
The brief
About Keuka Wine Bar & Kitchen UES
Keuka Wine Bar & Kitchen UES is an upscale dining destination located in Manhattan's Yorkville neighborhood that specializes in contemporary American cuisine with a strong emphasis on wine pairings. The restaurant caters to health-conscious diners by offering thoughtfully prepared dishes that balance flavor with nutritional quality, featuring seasonal ingredients and accommodating various dietary preferences. With its sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere, Keuka provides an ideal setting for both intimate dinners and special celebrations, where guests can enjoy expertly crafted meals in an elegant environment that emphasizes quality and refinement.
Community Rating
4.9
out of 5
36 community reviews
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Reviews
What diners say about Keuka Wine Bar & Kitchen UES
15 verified Google reviews · 2 with owner responses
4.8
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The food was amazing! The owner was so kind and told unique stories with every dish.
Amazing space, great playlist, great snacks and amazing wine list. Super kind staff. Had a friend gathering/book club night in the loft space and it was perfect, wonderful staff, never rushed us out even though downstairs filled up. Will definitely be back.
Lovely little neighborhood wine bar, off the beaten path. And unlike a lot of "wine bars," they actually have some interesting wines, with a special focus on wines from New York State, particularly the Finger Lakes, hence the name. Charcuterie selection is strong, service is friendly, vibe is relaxed. Pop in for a glass and some cheese.
Nick was ABSOLUTELY SUPERB. Charming, funny and an excellent waiter. He made our birthday celebration off the charts. The food was excellent (perogies and the beet salad were amazing!) and so was the wine (an excellent uniaked chardonney). Had a blast. Thank you!!
One of my favorite places in the neighborhood, love the wine & they have the best cheeseboard and lamb burger on the upper east side
Ever since it opened a few months ago, I’ve been eyeing a visit and we finally took a chance last week. Nick is amazing - absolutely knows his stuff. He was descriptive with the wine selections and had perfect sense of pairings for both cheese and meat. Ambience is very cute and cozy<br><br>Definitely will return!
We made a stop to enjoy a cheese board and wine. They have a nice unique selection of both, and the quality is excellent, better than in many of the older established wine bars in the city. The service and ambience were also great, we will definitely be back to try more.
What a wonderful experience. The food was amazing I recommend the perogies, beet salad, fish tacos (absolutely amazing), and the like grilled cheese. All the food was fantastic. The wines are amazing I tried a few different and all are really well selected and reasonably priced. The owner was amazing to meet. Olga made you feel like you were being hosted at her home. I can't wait to go again and try more wine and food options.
Had the best meal at this new neighborhood gem. Keuka is a wine bar that specializes in New York wines (in addition to many other domestic and international wines) and has a fun and eclectic menu. It has a wide selection of wines, cheeses, and meats, and clearly indicates which ones are local to the region. We went for one of their monthly wine tasting/pairing nights which was “Alaskan” themed and it did not disappoint. The dishes were thoughtful and the paired wines were perfect. The owners clearly are passionate about what they do and are incredibly knowledgeable. We had the best time trying Alaskan foods and cold region wines and we will definitely be back for their future events.
I would give them 10 stars if I could! I used their upstairs space to hold a small graduation party with some of my friends today and everyone at Keuka Wine Bar was so accommodating and kind. They were really helpful and attended to all of our needs quickly. Also, the owner added some decorations to fit the party that were so nice and thoughtful. Their menu was great for party food and we got some pitchers of sangria that were delish. Everyone had a wonderful time!
Response from the owner
Lauren, it was our pleasure to host your graduation party! You were great guests and we’d love to see everyone of you here again!
FINALLY a wine bar that is comparable to Europe. 40 wines by the glass at fantastic prices. Awesome meat and cheese boards, as well as a very eclectic menu. Staff is so friendly and they definitely know wine! This place is much needed and I’m so happy it’s here!
Response from the owner
Thank you so much!
Excellent wine bar with a great selection of local wines. Also delicious food - the chorizo Keuka sandwich was fantastic!
Perfect cozy neighborhood spot for a chill evening out or even a nightcap. Ordered the Pinot Noir & Cabernet Sauvignon from the Finger Lakes region and they were so delish! Definitely the perfect place for charcuterie and wine!<br><br>Not sure about the crab avocado appetizer.. wasn’t our favorite but I really enjoyed the pierogis. Tasted more like a steamed dumpling on the outside rather than the Polish fried Pierogis that I’m used to from Buffalo, but I loved them still and I definitely will order them again. It was great to try something new!<br><br>Staff was super personable and friendly, the ambiance is cozy. Constantly was checking in on us. I can’t wait to go back.
Went tonight for wine and cheese before dinner. What a pleasant surprise!!! The restaurant was lovely, the service was superb, the cheeses were awesome! Super fair pricing. I am pregnant and really appreciated the non-alcoholic wine (options for white and rose) and listing of which cheeses were pasteurized (most were) and which were not. Will definitely be back!
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