Modern French Flair In The East Village

Third base. Triplets. The Godfather: Part III.

You’ve noticed good things come in threes.

So has Frederick Twomey. Seven years ago he set the wine bar trend in motion with Bar Veloce, his modern Italian wine bar with a solid list of wallet-friendly bottles and a finger food menu that paired perfectly. He did it again, Spanish-style, with Bar Carerra in 2005.

To complete his threesome vision, he’s going French. Introducing Solex, the swankiest new wine bar of the year. Inside this sleek and streamlined European-styled “fast bar”, you’ll find warm woods, counter-height tables, and a very futuristic curved ceiling. You’ll also find pastry chef Eric Hubert (Jean-Georges) whipping up small plates (view the food menu) like Cromesquis de Foie Gras, a bread crumbs-meets-foie gras explosion in your mouth (Be brave. It’s worth it.), Éclair Wellington, a decadent union of mushroom duxelle and beef filet topped with beef glaze. You can also indulge in savory tarts, charcuteries, and desserts (try the Bonbon Fondants au Chocolat Surprise).

And since this is a French wine bar, expect a fine selection of vins blancs, vins rouges, and Champagnes.

Wine bars for each of the Romance cultures - you gotta love it!


Solex
103 First Avenue (near East 6th Street)
Tel: (212) 777-6677