Sipsteria (Espresso & Natural Wine Bar)

I really enjoy this cafe and go here several times a week. The staff are friendly and the vibe is cozy without feeling claustrophobic. The pastries are pretty solid as well. The only reason I can't give it 5 stars is because the espresso drinks are unfortunately quite mediocre, several rungs down from the third wave coffee shops that you can find pretty much anywhere in NYC these days and often indistinguishable from Starbucks. That wouldn't be so bad if the prices weren't very high... $7 for a cappuccino before tip? Get some skilled baristas and this place would be perfect.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Very nice

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Avoid this place — very creepy employee. Sipsteria management, you should fire this employee. His behavior is obviously extremely predatory and uncomfortable: serving you alcohol with the intention of getting you drunk and withholding the check as a mechanism to keep a customer there “so [she’s] the last one in the restaurant.”

This employee typically works the evening shift (long hair, ponytail). My friend ate dinner there alone once, and he started giving her free wine and kept telling her to chug it (which she refused). He kept trying to bring her samples of wine and make conversation with her. She kept asking him for the check to leave, but he withheld it saying that he wanted her to be the last one in the restaurant. She asked multiple times and he kept withholding, keeping her there for THREE hours.

This was one case that was very egregious; I’ve observed several other cases where he gives a lot of free wine to girls to get them drunk. I’ve seen him serve wine to girls he knows are in college without carding them and also repeatedly asked for their instas.

This pattern of repeated inappropriate behavior is highly concerning.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Great coffee, and unique macrons. I love how almost every time they have samples to try! I always spot people working or studying here which is nice.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This spot is an absolute gem—a perfect blend of relaxed charm and refined taste.

The coffee is rich and expertly brewed, and their selection of wines is thoughtful and diverse, with something for every palate.

The restaurant offers mostly Georgian food and verify of cheeses and charcuterie boards!

The staff are warm, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Their friendly service adds a personal touch.

The ambiance ties it all together—cozy and stylish by day, effortlessly elegant by night. It's the kind of place you want to linger in, whether you're working, catching up with friends, or just enjoying a quiet moment to yourself.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great little cafe - the staff is so nice; they have treated my girls are their own. The pastries are delicious

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

We loved it here! Great food (especially the Georgian dumplings) and we also had friendly service.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

The medium roast Americano is truly amazing. Latte is also pretty good.

The atmosphere and interior design is impressive too. You get a quieter and less crowded environment if your timing is right.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Overpriced coffee of below-average quality, overpriced treats of even worse quality

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

Nothing but great things to say - great wine, great atmosphere, great staff!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I wanted to specifically shoutout Kanji (sp?) who took care of us when we had a $15 price discrepancy between what was listed on the menu and what the other worker (possibly manager?) was trying to charge us. Luckily he adjusted our price quickly and discreetly so I'm grateful to him. The staff was able to accommodate our large party, which was good as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Must try their espresso shots

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tasty food delivered by knowledgeable, friendly staff in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. So fabulous for dinner and wine. Coffee and pastries are excellent too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef and Pork Khinkali, Adjaruli Khachapuri, Pistachio Almond Croissant

We loved the atmosphere and the staff! Very detailed oriented and sophisticated experience. The other Sipateria in NYC has a larger menu, but we enjoyed being able to talk to the waitress in a closer and more personalized way. Although the options we chose weren’t our favorite, we truly recommend this place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Very negative experience here

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1