Astor Wines & Spirits

Astor is a bona fide wine megastore. Offering plenty of walking space between its vino-verdant shelves, Astor is a tranquil respite from the crowded chaos of lower Manhattan where you’re able to peruse thousands of potables, both common and obscure, from around the world. Free in-store wine and spirits tastings are held daily—just check the website for exact times. And if you like what you taste, speak up: Astor offers a 20 percent discount on any wine and a 10 percent discount on any spirit that’s poured the day of the tasting.