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IN THE NEWS by Florence Fabricant August 23, 2006 "WINE & ROSES: Todd Klein likes to say that this wine bar and cafe is his 25th anniversary gift to his wife, Jennifer, who will run it. The bar, with seating at white marble counters, is to open tomorrow. Mrs. Klein has stocked 100(s) bottles of wine, with many available by the glass, and is serving..." *  *  *  *  * Chosen by TimeOut food critics The TONY 100 "The space that once housed the 'World of Nuts and Ice Cream' was transformed into an elegant destination featuring wine from small producers (45 by the glass, over 150 by the bottle), brick walls, and a U-shaped, marble bar lined with candles and fresh roses.  It's no wonder Wine and Roses is a hit with couples. The beret wearing owner, Todd Klein, bought it as an anniversary gift for his wife (Jennifer). Here's to husbands raising the bar! ..."                                     - TimeOut food critics Winter Bar Guide 2008 - 2009 "100 of the Best Places" November 17, 2008: "Parents in town? Let a visit to this upscale vino bar prove what a sophisticate you’ve become since college. The place serves dozens of reds and whites by the glass, all from boutique wineries, and the list changes every few weeks. Laid out to encourage cross-pollination of groups, the nook fills up fast—but doesn’t accept reservations. However, owner Jennifer Klein has been known to let a “really sweet” e-mail (jen@wrbar.com) persuade her otherwise." *  *  *  *  * AOL Restaurant Editor Review "LIVELY, LOVELY, WINE BAR" by Yon Motskin October 2007 "A white marble bar and exposed brick walls set the stage for a lively yet romantic husband-and-wife-run Upper West Side wine bar. Sophisticated couples in blazers and heels fill their stomachs with Mediterranean snacks, while over a hundred boutique wines from France, Italy and California help drown the stress from their toddler being put on the prep-school wait list." *  *  *  *  * "...This Pinot’s for You" By Caroline H. Dworin May 13, 2007 "...In the opinion of Todd Klein, who helped his wife, Jennifer Klein, open the wine bar Wine and Roses on Columbus Avenue near West 73rd Street eight months ago, it was only a matter of time before wine bar entrepreneurs took advantage of the neighborhood’s new character. “The experience of ‘going out’ is built more around the neighborhood now,” said Mr. Klein, a longtime local resident. And more wine bars are to come. ...Ms. Klein herself is seeking to open a second location in the area. ...She said, “...how great would it be if the Upper West Side became wine alley...?” *  *  *  *  * "...a classier way..." by Wendy Ilene Friedman December 27, 2007 "Jennifer and Todd Klein opened Wine and Roses on Columbus Avenue and consistently hosts a full house...an upscale crowd of all ages..." *  *  *  *  *   "...Wine & Roses...providing a broad selection of fine wines and light fare to dedicated crowds of discerning patrons." *  *  *  *  * "Not all wine bars pair the fruit of their cellar with fancy cheeses; home cooking matches up just as nicely. That’s the theory, at least, behind Wine & Roses. This new wine bar is operated by Todd Klein and his wife, Jennifer. Look for pâtés and panini to be combined with a selection of approximately 100 different bottles of wine. Wine & Roses, 286 Columbus Ave., New York, 212-579-9463." *  *  *  *  * ZAGAT Ratings & Review Appeal Decor Service Cost 21 21 19 $13 “Much needed on the Upper Westside...One of the few adult places to have a drink!” ZAGAT Member Reviews: Reviewed by caramiacaramia on 06/20/2007. Fabulous music, great scene, excellent cheese plates. As a resident of the UWS, my BF and I frequent this Bar as one of the regulars. The owners are really nice and very cool people. The bartenders are knowledgeable...always there to offer perspective on their favorites on the menu. Note that when it gets crowded, it is very hard to get a table...this isn't a first come first serve basis...tell a server you want a table, they should help you out. Reviewed by PaulC on 01/27/2007. A huge hit on the UWS and for very good reason -- it has great wines, friendly service, gorgeous decor, and very chic patrons. A wall to wall party every night. Already a hangout for many local celebrities. *  *  *  *  *       February 2008   City's Most Enchanted Locales Things We Love "For an apres-opera toast, a lovely destination is Wine & Roses, a neighborhood wine bar.  How romantic is this cafe?  Owner Todd Klein gave it to his wife, Jennifer, or their 25th Anniversary." - where magazine

286 Columbus Avenue between 73rd and 74th Street "FOR THE BEST WINES AROUND THE WORLD, IT MAKES SENSE TO VISIT A PLACE WHERE EVERYTHING REVOLVES AROUND THE WINE.  Proprietor Jennifer Klein heads up this ultra-chic wine bar on Columbus Avenue where sophisticates gather for superb wine and down-to-earth pates, paninis, roasted vegetables, pastas, global cheeses, and much more.  With Alfredo seating and a white marble bar against a brick wall backdrop, the elegant atmosphere sets the stage for regulars that are all smiles and lots of fun.  The intimate venue is perfect for private parties and romantic nights out, so book ahead, and prepare yourself for an experience unlike any other in New York.  Stop by and relax a while at Wine & Roses, one of the best wine bars in the city."  more. *  *  *  *  * APRIL 5, 2009 CELEBRITY WRAP   April 5, 2009 -- WE HEAR that Scott Adsit, Michael Urie and Rachel Dratch partied hard at Jennifer Klein's WINE & ROSES on Columbus Avenue after the "Celebrity Autobiography" show the other night at the Triad, where Vanessa Williams read the autobiography of Ivana Trump and Craig Bierko read "The Jonas Brothers" in the voice of Frankie Jonas, the 9-year-old bonus Jonas . . . PAGE SIX --NEW YORK POST - March 27, 2008 MONDAY night's wrap party for "Celebrity Autobiography" brought the play's stars - Rachel Dratch, Richard Kind, "LateNet" host Ray Ellin, "The View" host Sherri Shepherd, Kristen Johnston, Caroline Rhea, Alan Cumming - and Matthew Broderick to "WINE & ROSES" on the Upper West Side. "Lori Singer from 'Footloose' was there, too, and she's a concert cellist now, in case anyone was wondering," a spy told Page Six. "And Alan was kissing everyone at the party." The two-month run at the Triad Theater on West 72nd Street had celebrities reading the memoirs of other celebrities. *  *  *  *  * AWARD OF DISTINCTION NOVEMBER 2008 "Congratulations Wine & Roses. You’ve been selected as one of the nation’s most wine-friendly restaurants for this year."   "Yours is one of a select number of restaurants in North America to be honored with this recognition. It represents your dedication to delivering the most wine-friendly experience to your patrons.  We are proud that, through your commitment and creativity, you have helped make wine an important part of the total dining experience." - Wine Enthusiast Magazine   *  *  *  *  * OPEN 7 NIGHTS A WEEK Monday Thru Friday 2:00pm to 2:00am Saturday: 12:00pm to 3:00am Sunday:   12:00pm to 1:00am   For Afternoon Wine Parties contact Jennifer at 212-579-9463 or email: jen@wrbar.com   *  *  *  *  * WINE & ROSES HIGH SOCIETY * * * * * BEST NYC Wine Bars with OUTDOOR SPACE May 2009 Wine & Roses -- This is the place for wine-loving Upper West Siders and the people who love them... ...This is a great spot, but be forewarned, it fills up quickly. Having received Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence in 2007 and 2008, Wine & Roses has a laudable 40 wines by the glass and nearly 200 wines by the bottle with a well-rounded cheese list. * * * * *  Email a W&R personalized gift certificate today . Wine & Roses Gift Certificates Diner's Journal "Football with a Fine Bouquet" By Frank Bruni Sommeliers & Wine Directors December 11, 2006 "...The more recent arrival, on Columbus Avenue between West 73rd and West 74th streets, is called Wine & Roses. The lovely name and lovely setting don’t prepare you for what you often find there, for the way some of its patrons pass their time. As they sip their chardonnay, they gaze into a high corner of the cozy space where a television set plays the sporting event of the moment. I walked by Wine & Roses early Sunday afternoon, when the New York Giants were playing the Carolina Panthers. Sure enough, the game was on..." *  *  *  *  * TASTED MAGAZINE Summer 2007 "THINGS ARE LOOKING UP FOR THE WEST SIDE!" "Jennifer Klein, the owner manager has worked in the wine and food business for 15 years...with the help from husband Todd...has transformed this into a communal home for all Westside wine lovers...The single room has high ceilings, exposed brick, and restored detailing.  The U-shaped, marble topped bar is surrounded by high tables and comfortable stools. The tall windows fronting the street look out on sidewalk tables in the summer and give the place a distinct European flair. A noted consulting sommelier helped Jennifer assemble a list of 150 choices by the bottle and 25-30 by the glass...All regions are represented...The tall lovely Jennifer plans the menu as well, picking what will pair well, like the delicious Swedish meatballs.  Salads, pasta, cured meats, and paninis round out the menu. Things are looking up for the West Side!" *  *  *  *  * May 24, 2007 "...Fourteen finalists were chosen for yesterday's mix-off from hundreds of drink recipes sent by city bartenders to the Department of Consumer Affairs and the state Restaurant Association.  The first runner-up (Wine & Roses) "Champrosia," was a cocktail of rose water, champagne and blueberry pomegranate juice with edible rose petals on top..." *  *  *  *  * magazine April 2007:  "For former catering company owner, Jennifer Klein, starting a wine bar brand (she plans to open several more in the next two years) was the beginning of the second phase of her life. "I had gone to wine bars in Europe and saw they were becoming more popular," she says. With that instinct she recently opened the first Wine & Roses on Manhatttan's Upper West Side.  "We wanted a communal atmosphere that revolves around the wine, brings people together, no matter what age." ... Therese Virserius Design * * * * *

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CLICK HERE FOR LATEST PHOTOS   2007 & 2008 Wine Spectator Magazine Awards of Excellence "This restaurant is honored by Wine Spectator for having one of the most outstanding restaurant wine lists in the world." - Wine Spectator Magazine *  *  *  *  * Jennifer Klein FOUNDER & CEO Email: jennifer@wrbar.com *  *  *  *  * AWARD WINNING WINE LIST & FOOD MENU Over 38 wines by the glass, and 188 by the bottle of specially selected wines from around the world stored in temperature controlled EuroCaves and served in fine crystal stemware. WINE LIST DESCRIPTION... FABULOUS FOOD MENU Jennifer's delicious creations surround your wine and your senses. FOOD MENU... CHILLING OUT AT W&R Featuring our famous exclusive mixes of pop, jazz, rock, r&b, and really cool stuff:)).   "CLASS ACT ON COLUMBUS" "A husband and wife duo's sophisticated hang-out " by Wendy Ilene Friedman November 1, 2007 - "With its tasteful, cool interior of exposed brick walls, dark wood and a room defining marble counter-top, Upper West Siders Jennifer and Todd Klein have transformed what was once  a "World of Nuts" shop into a much-needed upscale adult wine bar called Wine & Roses.  "We were in need of a grown-up place," Co-Owner Jennifer Klein said. "As Zagat's said, "It's the first adult bar on the Upper West Side." The bar, on Columbus Avenue between West 73rd and 74th Streets, was a neighborhood favorite from day one.  The proprietors visualized a place where people could gather and enjoy themselves.  They succeeded.  Although it opened just a little more than a year ago, the establishment is busy every night. "They took such joy in the project," said Barbara Adler, executive director of the Columbus Avenue Business Improvement District (BID). "They put their heart and soul into it.  The pay-off is that they were an instant success." The husband-and-wife team did a complete renovation of the building.  During the construction they continually discovered elements of the landmark building's pre-war structure behind walls and in the ceiling. "We kept digging and we kept finding." Jennifer Klein said. Inside the bar, fresh roses on each table, a meticulously clean sidewalk cafe and floral-shaped ceiling lamps ad to its ambiance.  The light fare menu complement the most notable element of the eatery -- the wine list.  "We don't sell any corporate wines," Jennifer said. "We use smaller producers.  "They are a little different and off the beaten track." When the bar was honored with the prestigious Wine Spectator award in 2007, the Kleins realized that their work, dedication and intensive study of wine-making had finally paid off. "When you put a lot of effort and you are appreciated, it feels good," Jennifer Klein said. And the neighborhood also appreciates them.  At any time during the night the room is filled with a sophisticated crowd of singles, couples, friends, co-workers and first dates. "You'll find people from all over here," she said.  "It's a communal-type place and caught on by word of mouth."   *  *  *  *  * APRIL 1, 2008 Need a spot to bring your significant other after a big fight that was all your fault? Wine & Roses is a modern, but still sexy wine bar that attracts oenophiles as well as amateurs. They’ve got an extensive selection from around the world, and New Zealand pinot noirs are not placed too far from New York State Rieslings. The experts here can pour you 40 wines by the glass and there are over 150 wines by the bottle (you might need them all if that fight was a biggie). Meticulously matched food pairings are offered as well. Open seven days a week and packed to the walls most weekends, be warned, it gets overly loud at night. They can accommodate your needs for parties and can help you set up a private wine tasting. Hmm…maybe privacy will be better! *  *  *  *  * March 12, 2007 "...Wine & Roses is packing them in, which is good for socializing singles...  As wide ranging music plays, you can sample (45) wines by the glass, along with finger foods such as pizza bites and panini... Just don't get too comfortable... There are plenty of other wine lovers jostling for your table." *  *  *  *  * theBUZZ:) Have you been to W&R ?  Please email Jennifer with your comments and your email address to put on our VIP mailing list. email: jennifer@wrbar.com *  *  *  *  *   CONTACT INFORMATION: Jennifer Klein, CEO www.wrbar.com     Vitae Summa Brevis (Life Is Short) "They are not long, the days of wine and roses: Out of a misty dream Our path emerges for a while, then closes Within a dream."  -- Ernest Dowson (1867 -1900)