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New York · Flatiron District

APERITIVO by CARTA

A neighborhood aperitivo bar where rhythm replaces rush

Cocktail BarHappy hour
APERITIVO by CARTA

What to know

Opened in January 2026, Aperitivo by CARTA was conceived as a counterpoint to the city’s constant hurry: a neighborhood bar where the pace is set by conversation and cups, not clocks. The team designed a simple, flexible program—espresso and pastries in the morning, approachable small plates through the day, and a curated selection of wines and cocktails at night—that encourages people to linger and discover new favorites. In a neighborhood of busy avenues, it’s a place that reminds locals and visitors alike that dining can be deliberate and restorative.

Current menu

Menu highlights at APERITIVO by CARTA

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Food & Coffee

Oysters & Spritz
East & West Coast (Mollusk)Three 12, Half dozen 22, Dozen 41
Marcona Almonds9

Lightly salted

Chips & Olives10

Potato chips, citrus-marinated olives

Pâté de Conservas17

Trout · Spiced sardine · Spiced tuna, crispy sushi rice

Cheese Board36

Three cheeses

Oyster Bar

Oyster Bar3 $12 / half dozen $24 / dozen $42

East Coast, West Coast and chef's selection oysters.

Tapas & Shared Plates

Hiramasa Ceviche$26

Ají amarillo, lime, shaved red onion, serrano and cilantro.

Homemade Croquetas$16

Choice of ham, salmon squid ink or mushroom.

See all 21 menu items →

Source: Official menu ↗

Ingredient provenance

Sourcing & house-made

Aperitivo lists organic in-house syrups including vanilla, lavender, maple brown sugar, salted caramel and mocha.house made

Aperitivo lists organic in-house syrups including vanilla, lavender, maple brown sugar, salted caramel and mocha.

Aperitivo official menu ↗

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