Wine Bar in Midtown East: Pasta, Wine and Spritzes at Cafe Luce
Updated: Oct 17
A glass of wine and something good to eat can be the whole plan. At Cafe Luce Midtown East, the wine list sits alongside a menu of homemade pasta, antipasti and salads, so you can make your visit a relaxed dinner or a catch-up over food and wine.
Find us at 235 East 53rd Street, between Second and Third Avenues. This guide covers our Midtown East restaurant and its own food and drinks menu.
Explore the wine list by the glass or bottle
The Midtown East list includes Italian wines such as Chianti, Montepulciano and Barolo, alongside French and Argentinian selections. White-wine options include Pinot Grigio, Gavi di Gavi and Sancerre. Rosé and sparkling choices are listed too.
Rather than starting with the longest name on the list, tell the team what you enjoy: red or white, light or fuller-bodied, still or sparkling. Mention your budget and what you plan to eat. That gives the conversation a useful starting point.
If everyone at the table wants something different, look at the by-the-glass selection. If you are considering a bottle together, agree on a style and price first. Check the current menu for the available labels, vintages and prices.
Choose something for the table
Bruschetta Pomodoro, eggplant rollatini, a meat plate and a cheese plate are among the antipasti listed on our menu. They offer different ways to start before choosing individual main dishes.
For dinner, explore the pasta and sauce combinations. You might begin by deciding whether you want a tomato-based sauce, a creamy preparation or a meat sauce, then ask the team about a wine to accompany it. Let your own tastes guide the choice. Planning dinner for two? Explore our date night guide for starters, pasta and ideas for the evening.
Wine, beer and spritzes
The Midtown East drinks selection includes wine, beer and spritzes. For guests looking for our full cocktail bar, the Hell's Kitchen restaurant has a separate menu and address.
Happy hour in Midtown East: Monday–Friday, 11 AM–5 PM
Our Midtown East happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 5 PM. You can plan a weekday lunch or an early catch-up around that window. Ask the team about the drinks included and current happy-hour prices before choosing from the regular wine, beer and wine-based spritz menu. Visiting after 5 PM? Explore the regular drinks list for your pasta dinner.
Midtown East wine bar questions
Can I order wine by the glass?
Yes. Cafe Luce Midtown East offers wines by the glass and bottle, including Italian, French and Argentinian selections. Check the Midtown East wine and drinks menu for the current selection and prices. Tell the team what you enjoy and what you plan to eat if you would like help choosing.
What drinks are available besides wine?
Our Midtown East restaurant serves beer and wine-based spritzes alongside the wine list. Browse this location's drinks menu when planning your visit.
Can I reserve a table for pasta and wine?
Yes. Reserve a table at Cafe Luce Midtown East and check that your confirmation shows 235 East 53rd Street. For a birthday, corporate dinner or larger gathering, contact cafelucenyc@gmail.com with your preferred date and party size.
Plan your Midtown East visit
Cafe Luce Midtown East is open daily from 11 AM to 10:30 PM. Reserve through our location page, or call 646-590-2777 with questions. For a group dinner or celebration, email cafelucenyc@gmail.com with your date and party size.
Cafe Luce Midtown East • 235 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022.
Bringing a group for pasta and wine?
Our Midtown East group dinner guide helps you organize guest counts, dietary requests, wine preferences and reservation questions. Contact the Midtown East team with your preferred date and party size to discuss the details.
Joining us on Saturday or Sunday? Pair your weekend plans with our Midtown East brunch guide, with brunch served from 11 AM to 4 PM.
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