Spes
$50-100Italian restaurantGluten-FreeVegetarianVegan

Spes

β˜…4.5(100+ Google Reviews)Β·413 E 12th St, New York, NY 10009

A natural wine bar & Italian restaurant serving more than 100 natural wines, all by the glass in East Village. Our wine offering has a huge selection of skin-contact (or orange) wines. We offer the best of our Italian grapes biodiversity. Our cuisine is Italian, inspired by authentic and traditional recipes made with the most genuine ingredients from small producers who cultivate their produce in a sustainable way. POP , is the inspiration from East Village neighborhood that stands for POPolare in Italian. Spes means HOPE in Latin, no better name could have picked as the idea of our new little gem in East Village started during tough COVID-19 times. We all needed hope, right?

🍳Most Mentioned Dishes & Features

live music5 mentions
lobster pasta5 mentions
octopus8 mentions
Grilled Octopus2 mentions

Vibe & Ambiance

QuietIntimateCasualCozyTrendy

Amenities

Outdoor SeatingLive MusicFull Bar

What Guests Are Saying

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Lexie A

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β€œLove this organic wine bar! Came for the wine... stayed for the food. No wine list - just choose your "emotion" and "color" and a wonderful recommendation will be delivered to you. We started with prosciutto and sheep's cheese. The grilled bread is incredible. We tried the lobster pasta and carbonara, and both were delicious. Erika and Andy amazing - will be back again soon to try the gnocchi!”

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Cristina Zirpolo

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β€œSpes truly feels like a second home for us -- and that's all thanks to Erica. Every time we walk in, she welcomes us with the kind of warmth and hospitality that you can't teach. She knows exactly what we like, what we order, and she even remembers our family. As an Italian myself, it feels so special to be greeted by someone who shares the same roots and brings that authentic Italian spirit to every interaction -- genuine care, attention, and heart. We keep coming back because of her. Thank you, Erica, for always making our experience unforgettable. Spes wouldn't be the same without you!”

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Tika Kaxiani

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β€œI had an amazing experience at Spes! The atmosphere was cozy and stylish, and the food was absolutely delicious. But what really made the night special was Erika. She was incredibly kind, attentive, and professional the entire time. It's rare to get service this thoughtful in the city--Erika truly elevated the whole dinner. I'll definitely be coming back, and I highly recommend asking for her if you visit!”

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday5-11 PM
Wednesday5-11 PM
Thursday5-11 PM
Friday11 AM-11:30 PM
Saturday11 AM-11:30 PM
Sunday5-11 PM
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✨ Review Sentiment

90%
Positive sentiment
across all reviews

Analyzed by NYC Dine using NLP on Google Maps reviews

Occasion Match

Date Night & Romance99%
Brunch Vibe60%
Solo Dining50%
Group Celebration50%
Impress the In-Laws40%

Location

413 E 12th St, New York, NY 10009

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