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The Ten Bells

Wine Bar and Tapas Restaurant$$$$

Lower East Side, New York

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The Ten Bells

8.8^/10

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Ranked #1 for wine bars in Lower East Side
Has a stamp of approval from Serious Eats and The Corcoran Group
"Cozy wine bar with an oyster happy hour 🍷"(17 Tips)
"Steak Tartar is out of this world...best enjoyed between $1 oysters"(19 Tips)
"Plus an amazing natural wine list."(6 Tips)
"Super cute and cozy wine bar for all those romantic dates."(3 Tips)

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Flavia JordanMay 6, 2013
Even on an off night they're still pretty solid! Best hand cut tartare and good wine
jeff GalushaJuly 21, 2013
Been here 50+ times
If yer a couple on yer first date. Feel free to make out in the corner. It improves the vibe and wine.
eric bornemannSeptember 27, 2020
Great place for a cozy drink and bite.
jeff GalushaApril 13, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Moving forward, if you check in w #4sqr and mention Denis Crowley you get a free drink. #Hometeambaby
Tom DiMaggioApril 21, 2018
nice wine bar with a huge selection. the cheese plate isn't bad
Find. Eat. Drink.August 14, 2010
It's where the top sommeliers, wine producers, and local wine store owners all love to go for the natural wine list. Cash only. Read more
Saif DiaNovember 27, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Wine exclusively. Good for a date or relaxed night with friends
Carmen PombeiroJune 20, 2015
Salmon tartare is light and fresh. Recommend.
Julia LuJune 3, 2021
Happy hour oysters and wine!
Matthew FergusonSeptember 28, 2019
Great atmosphere. Big wine selection.
Tara A.September 12, 2013
Beer & wine only! Oyster happy hour, everyday 'til 7, $1.25. Salmon tartare's legit, too.
amanda berkowitzOctober 19, 2014
Oyster special. Everyday opening (3) til 7.
Nicolas BrousseDecember 13, 2011
Awesome place! Great ambiance and great food. Take time for a glass of wine with some raw oyster or duck rillettes!
Jenny MillerJune 15, 2011
Pretty much the best dollar oysters in town. Selection of two changes daily and goes way beyond Blue Points!
SillyCamillyDecember 22, 2011
Appetizers are the bomb! (Thanks to @dens for having me/for letting me crash his party. Had a real good time with Jeremy and the 4sq crew!)
First We FeastAugust 3, 2014
Ask for something from California and you may as well show yourself the door Read more
angela gaylorJuly 7, 2015
Wine bar is top notch. Great atmosphere, but kinda standoffish service, and meh food.
Amy CSeptember 2, 2012
Bartender makes great wine recommendations. So good that I had 7 glasses. Food was good.
Valentina MonteJuly 23, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The Deal: $1 Oysters--Weekdays: 5-7pm, Weekends: 3-7pm
Reagan WilliamsFebruary 3, 2015
Great wines. Great music. The best for official meets.🍷
DinaApril 25, 2014
Mon-Fri 5-7pm, Sat-Sun 3-7pm. $1.25 oysters, West/East coast.
Seth HartJune 13, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Straight up next level. Don't tell anyone you don't like.
Melissa RogersJanuary 31, 2016
$1 oysters between 5-7pm, everyday!
Colby SpikesFebruary 19, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Wine wine and wine! A NYC staple
Phoenix 💥💥💥September 27, 2014
Go for the oyster happy hour until 7pm
Jeremy FisherSeptember 11, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Great wines. Hit or miss food
Nichole CheekOctober 31, 2010
Love this place. Cozy, great wine good food. Back room is great for private dinner. Now taking visa & master card :)
Ryan GallagherJune 8, 2019
Big wine selection. Darkly lit.
Vanessa V.January 29, 2011
East and West coast oysters for their 5-7pm $1 oyster happy hour. Everyday. Cannot go wrong.
Wesley VerhoeveJanuary 14, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Try the new 2010 Malophet. A Grenache/Syrah blend and lovely.
Sage RampageSeptember 18, 2011
Always go for a magnum of wine. Great list and José won't let you down with his recs.
Jolanda H.September 19, 2016
Quite a nice place, but as an European, you taste the difference
Jaclyn 💃🏻March 29, 2012
Love the energy here. Could be a great first date spot. Cheers!
JB RicardOctober 26, 2011
$1 NY oysters (Widow's hole or Naked coyboy) during happy hour. Can't go wrong!
Iraima YepezSeptember 24, 2019
Everything!!!!!!!!
Pia WilsonApril 22, 2016
The bartenders really know their wines.
BrandonFebruary 14, 2013
As much as I didn't want to abide by foursquare tips here, don't bother trying to order, just ask Jose...he KNOWS.
Daniele CodegaApril 5, 2015
The best table is in the back!
Robert LassautOctober 5, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Really selection of natural wine!
Meg GJuly 5, 2015
Dollar oysters, cheese, olives and a bottle of wine.
Leitha MatzApril 23, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Love the food in general, but prosecco + oyster happy hour are the BEST!
Trae FAugust 7, 2016
$1 oysters during happy hour.
Nitzan BJuly 6, 2016
Huge wine selection
Jean-Michel GhoussoubMay 13, 2013
Excellent Spanish food + great ambiance.
jeff GalushaJanuary 16, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Really the papas bravas, baby eal, wild boat and blue cheese were talking best meal ever.
LinaSeptember 17, 2011
The vibe at night is so different than early evening. Prefer the happy hour to 8pm feel
J OlsenOctober 29, 2011
Don't come here alone- waited 8 min with glass of wine for my GF when French guy with glasses hassled me. Seat near drafty door=prime real estate?Guess bar as mtg place is not part of biz model.
Kirsten KurthNovember 9, 2015
Everything
Vin HamiltonApril 26, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Never had a bad dish. Friendly folks. The food is fresh and amazing. Go for the raw goat cheese.
AllanFebruary 8, 2020
I wish the menu had better wine by the glass.

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