Quiet & Intimate·West Village·$ · Budget·⭐ 7.7

Stafili Wine Cafe

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A Greek wine bar so small and unpretentious it almost feels like someone's living room — in the best way.

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What DatingDex says

Stafili is a narrow, candlelit slip of a wine bar on a quiet Greenwich Street block, pouring affordable Greek and Mediterranean pours to whoever's smart enough to find it. The vibe rewards people who actually want to talk — not perform.

Stafili Wine Cafe is one of the top quiet & intimate spots in West Village. At a budget price point, it fits well when you want a quiet & intimate feel without guesswork.

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