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Edi & the Wolf

East Village, Manhattan, NY 📍 Maps

This neighborhood wine tavern channels the rustic, convivial spirit of a traditional Austrian heuriger with a menu focused on hearty, refined Germanic classics. The space is defined by its warm, barn-like wood paneling, low-hanging ropes holding dim lights, and a sprawling garden patio covered in lush vines. First-timers should note that the dining room is designed for lingering over carafes of white wine, so expect a relaxed, unhurried pace from the kitchen.

★ The Legend
Wiener Schnitzel
This classic features heritage pork or tender veal pounded incredibly thin, lightly breaded, and pan-fried to a grease-free, golden crunch. Regulars balance the rich, crispy cutlet by alternating bites with the accompanying sweet-tart lingonberry jam, cool cucumber-dill salad, and a mayo-free Austrian potato salad.
◆ Fan Favorite
Spätzle
These house-made, buttery little dumplings are tossed with earthy wild mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, and a touch of cream. Regulars never skip ordering this comforting bowl, which comes topped with peppery fresh arugula and paper-thin, crispy fried onion shavings for a perfect textural contrast.
● Chef's Pick
Alsatian Flatbread
Chef Eduard Frauneder highlights this crispy, thin-crust flatbread layered with a savory caper-raisin crème fraîche, sharp Gruyère, fresh arugula, and smoky speck. It is designed to be torn apart and shared at the start of the meal alongside a crisp glass of Austrian white wine.
◇ Hidden Gem
Liptauer & Herb Cervais
Most tables skip past the spreads to go straight for the hot appetizers, but regulars know this traditional farmer's cheese spread is the ultimate way to open the meal. It is heavily perfumed with sweet paprika and rich pumpkin seed oil, served alongside warm, crusty bread and house-made pickles.
✦ Off the Menu
Whole Roasted Duck
This spectacular Long Island Peking duck is roasted whole with apples, oranges, and marjoram, yielding incredibly crispy skin and juicy meat. You must call the restaurant to pre-order this feast at least 24 hours in advance of your reservation.
Insider Tip

Order a bottle of Gemischter Satz—a traditional Viennese field blend where different grape varieties are grown, harvested, and fermented together—to cut through the rich, fried elements of the menu. Ask your server for their current off-list Austrian Rieslings, which they often keep tucked away behind the copper bar for those who ask.

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