Top 20 Bars and Clubs in New York
Name: King Cole Bar and Lounge
Address: St. Regis Hotel , 2 E. 55th St. , between Fifth and Madison Ave.
Considered to have the Best Bloody Mary's in the world, the King Cole Bar is one of the best bars in New York . This is not surprising considering it is located inside one of the best Hotel's of New York , the St. Regis Hotel . The bar is housed in a small room with high ceilings and glass doors which lead to the patio of the Hotel.
Name: Milk and Honey
Address: 134 Eldridge Street , New York , NY
An invitation-only bar, Milk and Honey is one of the most exclusive bars in New York . According to those that managed to get in, Milk and Honey has some of the best cocktails in New York , which are especially made by the owner himself, Sasha. The bar has its own set of quirky rules, such as name dropping is banned and men cannot introduce themselves to ladies.
Name: Angel's Share
Address: 8 Stuyvesant St. , at 9th St. and Third Ave
Angel's Share is hard to find, and you must go through a Japanese restaurant to find it. The small bar/lounge has some expertly mixed cocktails made which are served on chilled glasses. The bar strictly adheres to a “no groups bigger than four” policy to keep the place hushed and private.
Name: S.O.B.'s
Address: 204 Varick St. , at W. Houston St
S.O.B.'s definitely attracts a diverse crowd of people, with different nights for different types of music. It opened up in 1982, and since then has been bringing Afro-Latino beats to all those that have an ear for world music. This club provides a mix of live music performances, and DJs from all over the world. It also offers a delicious cuisine with exotic cocktails.
Name: Bungalow 8
Address: 515 West 27t h Street Between 10th and 11th Ave
One of the most expensive and upscale bars in New York , Bungalow 8 borders on being ultra-pretentious. The space is small and the décor is reminiscent of a beach scene. Entrance policy is very strict, and there is a “no vacancy” sign outside. Celebrities and other hob-knobs have been known to frequent this West Chelsea bar.
Name: Fifty Seven Fifty Seven
Address: Four Seasons Hotel 57 East 57th Street
Fifty Seven Fifty Seven is located in the Four Seasons Hotel, and has a classy and sophisticated style. The crowd consists mostly of hotel guests and professional men and women from Midtown who are looking to wind down from a hard day. The service is great and the selection of martinis is vast. You can choose from traditional cocktails, to more experimental ones.
Name: Glo
Address: 431 W. 16th St (Between 9th and 10th Avenues)
One of the Meatpacking district's hot spots, Glo is known for its exclusivity and beautiful décor inspired by creamy white colors and soft tones. The bar has three floors and features a splendid VIP room that allows New York socialites to relax in private. The staff at Glo is great and beautiful.
Name: Pravda
Address: 281 Lafayette Street
This post-modern sophisticated bar is owned by Keith McNally (owner of Balthazar). This two-story space contains the whitewashed walls and steel toilets that are highly reminiscent of the USSR . The dinner menu features many Russian delicacies such as blini and smoked salmon. Also try their various martinis and cocktail concoctions.
Name: Flatiron Lounge
Address: 37 West 19th Street
This Art Deco historic building is the perfect place to house Flatiron Lounge, which is based on the New York of the 1920s. The bar's counter actually comes from the Manhattan Ballroom, while the rest of the space contains dark wood and ironwork to highlight the décor that was popular in the 1920s. The cocktails are expertly made, with names such as “Flight Back in Time” or “Flight to Hawaii ” which stand for certain things unique to the era (for example, “Flight Back in Time” stands for the Rat Pack favorites). Julie Reiner is the expert mixologist at this great lounge.
Name: Cellar Bar
Address: 40 W 40th St between Fifth and Sixth Aves
Located inside the Bryant Park Hotel, the Cellar Bar that contains barrel-vaulted ceilings and a Mediterranean style that is perfect for a long night out. The drinks are a mix of flavors and tastes and come highly recommended. Try the Razmopolitan, which contains Absolute Citron, Cointreau, raspberry syrup and homemade lemon sour.
Name: East Side Company Bar
Address: 49 Essex Street
From the owner of Milk & Honey, comes the speakeasy East Side Company Bar. The bar itself is dimly lit, and the ceilings are low, giving the place the appearance of an underground shelter. The drinks are also expertly made, prices are not as expensive as at Milk & Honey, nor are prior reservations necessary.
Name: White Rabbit
Address: 145 E. Houston St (btwn Forsyth and Eldridge Sts)
This funky Latin lounge contains the elements of chic and trendy. The cuisine is a mix of Latin and Asian dishes, however the best part about this lounge are the delicious drinks. It seems that everyone who visits this place enjoy the cocktails which combine exotic flavors and create fresh new drinks.
Name: Dream Lounge
Address: 210 W. 55th St (at Broadway)
Located inside the Dream Hotel, the Dream Lounge is a small yet very stylish bar that seems to create a dream-like space for its patrons. The AVA Lounge below, represents the subconscious state, is also another great pick. The crowd is a combination of business people, fashionable women, and tourists, all enjoying the great but pricey cocktails.
Name: Dos Caminos Soho
Address: 475 W Broadway
Located in Soho , Dos Caminos serves an array of Mexican dishes but in environment that is swanky and chic. The lounge contains a dining room with high ceilings and wooden booths, with chandeliers that are glitzy and sophisticated. The food is delicious, but the 150 tequilas the Dos Caminos offers will definitely leave you satisfied.
Name: Pinchbottom Burlesque
Address: 279 Church St
This is an entertaining and classic burlesque show, filled with striptease, dancing, and comedy. The costumes allow the viewers to see almost-nudity, while the performers are sexy and funny at the same time. The co-hosts, Jonny Porkpie and Nasty Canasta, write a new show every month, each one featuring the best performers of New York City . Tickets cost $15.
Name: Back Room
Address: 102 Norfolk St
The Back Room bar is Bars hidden behind unmarked doors are the faux-grunge counterpart to bottle-service clubs. Back Room, which fronts as a closed toy shop—you creep down an alley to find the entrance—is really no more of a mystery than its rumored investors, Tim Robbins (who's been tending bar) and Mark Messier, but its devotion to the concept is charming. Drinks are served in teacups to foil “the bulls” (as the police were known in thirties gangster movies), the front door has a peek-and-speak hole, and a sliding bookcase reveals a second bar.
Name: Cain
Address: 544 W. 27th St .,
Cain is an exclusive club that's hard to get into, and caters to celebrities. The décor is South African game-lodge theme, and the music is varied (rock, house, techno, etc). Often times there are live drummers that beat to the sound of the music. This good-looking club is bound to impress.
Name: Marquee
Address: 189 East 3rd St. , between Avenues A and B
Club Marquee is one of the most well-known clubs in New York City . Most of the patrons are celebrities, models, and other famous, beautiful, or well-connected people. The luxe décor, architectural design, and stylish atmosphere accommodates to its very known patrons. Considered to be of the same caliber as Studio 54, the club/lounge contains 2 floors with a variety of private rooms, dance floors, and comfortable spaces to relax and sip on a cocktail.
Name: Bemelmans Bar
Address: Carlyle Hotel, 35 E. 76th St. , at Madison Ave
The Bemelmans Bar is located inside the famous Carlyle Hotel. The murals on the walls depict frolicking animals that create a very romantic atmosphere, along with the piano player and the leather banquette. The cocktail list at the Bemelmans Bar is filled with interesting and new alcoholic concoctions, as well the traditional cocktails.
Name: Rue B
Address: 188 Ave B
This live jazz establishment is located in the east Village. The bar/lounge has a very cool, bohemian atmosphere that will be an enjoyable experience for everyone. The food is French and Italian-inspired and the brunch menu is delicious. The drinks are great, so don't forget to order yourself an “Orange Cosmo”.
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