Top 10 NYC - Bars & Nightlife
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Turks & Frogs
Contact:
- 212 691 8875
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Location:
- 323 West 11th Street
- Between Greenwich and Washington Streets
- New York,NY10014
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Got a date fixed and planning on the venue? You have to consider this tranquil bar, which was a Turkish antique shop prior to its bar status. The decor is in green and red with a few old urns (Turkish of course) put up in nooks and corners. The bar can pour you about 60 kinds of wine. Avid eaters can go for the Lebni, which is almost yoghurt with a lot of cheese. Only don't stuff too much of it, as there is no Turkish bath to relax. One more Turks and Frogs is located at 458 Greenwich Street.
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APT
Contact:
- +1 212 414 4245
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Location:
- 419 West 13th Street
- New York,NY10014
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Located in the Meatpacking District, APT has been featured as New York's Best Bar in the Zagat Guide. Walk in through heavy metal doors and find yourself a comfortable seat on one of the long tables in the warmly-lit basement. This is a very drinks-and-starters place, and ideal for a night out with close friends. Make sure to order a round of popular Pimm's Cup shots, it's the fastest way to get a buzz! Be warned, however - if you drink too much, be prepared to use the not-so-impressive restroom!
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The Jade Bar and The Rose Bar
Contact:
- 212 920 3300
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Location:
- Gramercy Park Hotel
- 2 Lexington Ave.
- New York,NY10010
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The Jade Bar and the Rose Bar are two of New York's hottest night spots. The elegant and super plush decor of these sister bars in the Gramercy Park Hotel is highlighted by the paintings and furnishings of renowned artists such as Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, and Julian Schnabel, and by the hot young celebrities who frequent them. If your willing to pay the steep prices you will be sure to enjoy many gawking opportunities, as well as a great cocktail. Reservations are required after 9p.
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Public/Newman Theater (The)
Contact:
- 212 539 8500
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Location:
- 425 Lafayette Street
- Between East 4th Street and Astor Place
- New York,NY10003
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Since opening in 1954, the Joseph Papp Public Theater has been considered one of the city's finest cultural institutions. Contemporary and classic stage productions performed here, such as A Chorus Line and The Tempest, have won a number of major awards (including the prestigious Tony). Mesmerizing cabaret performers such as Ute Lumper and Faith Prince are regularly booked at the theater's popular bar, Joe's Pub. Admission prices vary with the show. Call or visit the Web site for more information.
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Bowery Ballroom
Contact:
- 212 533 2111 / 212 260 4700 (Box Office)
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Location:
- 6 Delancey Street
- At Bowery
- New York,NY10002
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Run by the same people behind the Mercury Lounge, the Bowery space is bigger, accommodating a crowd of 500 or so. And even better, the stage is big and raised to allow good sightlines from every corner. The sound couldn't be better, and Art Deco details give the place a sophistication that doesn't come easy to general-admission halls. The balcony has its own bar and seating alcoves. This place is a favorite with such alt-rockers as Vic Chesnutt, Travis, Steve Earle, Rinocerose, the Delgados, and Toshi Reagon, as well as more established acts (Neil Finn, Patti Smith, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts), who thrive in an intimate setting. Save on the service charge by buying advance tickets at Mercury's box office.
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Cafe Noir
Contact:
- 212 431 7910
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Location:
- 32 Grand Street
- New York,NY10013
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This chic hybrid of a bar, tapas bar and bistro is located in the western part of Soho. It serves food (both full meals and tapas) until 4a. The menu draws from European, North African and Spanish influences. The tapas menu is extensive, but patrons may also choose from entrees like paella or grilled steak. The décor is very French, with banquettes and a black-and-white checkered floor. It is romantic and intimate, but can get crowded and smoky at peak times.
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Pegu Club
Contact:
- 212 473 7348
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Location:
- 77 W Houston St
- 2nd Floor
- New York,NY10012
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Mixologist and owner Audrey Saunders, formerly of Bemelman's Bar in the Carlyle Hotel, makes magic with cocktails. In 2005 she opened her own little downtown gathering spot where she can even better showcase her immense talents. The cocktails here change seasonally and will astound you with their creativity. It helps that the staff uses fresh squeezed juices, homemade ginger beer, and the largest assortment of bitters you will find anywhere. You know you are in serious cocktail heaven when your drinks are served with liquid condiments; if your Pisco Punch needs a bit more sugar, you can squeeze a dropperful in. Or if your Gin-Gin Mule just doesn't pack the citrus tang you would like, add a dash of lime. Be sure to explore the far-from-typical-bar-food menu.
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Union Hall
Contact:
- (718) 638-4400
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Location:
- 702 Union Street
- at Fifth Avenue
- Brooklyn,NY11215
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The walls are lined floor to ceiling with stuffed bookshelves, and a fireplace will warm your toes if you sit in one particularly intimate corner. Wait your turn at one of two bocce ball courts, or head downstairs for live music performances.
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Barcade
Contact:
- 718 302 6464
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Location:
- 388 Union Avenue
- Brooklyn,NY11230
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For those that crave a little IPA with their Donkey Kong, Barcade just might be the place. The lovingly designed space combines hand-crafted pub furnishings with several truckloads of classic arcade games. Draught craft brews are the specialty of the house (featuring East Coast heavy hitters like Dogfish Head and West Coast humdingers like Lagunitas), but there is also a full bar. So whether you like a shot of Beam before a round of Centipede, or a goblet of Belgian-style strong ale to accompany a rousing Mrs. Pac-Man tournament, Barcade can probably accomodate you. See website for frequently updated draught list, special event announcements, Happy Hour info and more.
