Aria

West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

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In the western reaches of the Village, Aria is an inviting music-filled space, with a mix of brick and tile walls and rustic wood tables. There's a good selection of wines by the glass, particularly organic labels, with prices starting around $8 a (small) glass. Recommended cicchetti (bite-sized plates, good for sharing) include Gorgonzola-stuffed dates, crab cakes and stewed calamari.

Aria attracts a lively crowd most nights, and the small space can get a bit cramped. There's also a location in Hell's Kitchen (369 W 51st St, between Eighth and Ninth Aves).

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