Tiny's and the Bar Upstairs is easy to recognize from the street by the charming fuchsia façade and the red curtains on the windows. Situated in a historic building dating back to 1810, the bar and restaurant sport a distinctly vintage ambiance. Spread over three stories, they preserve original decor elements like a fireplace, hand-crafted tiles, heavy wooden panels, antique wallpaper and a tin ceiling. Seated at tables made from zinc, marble and copper, guests can savor a blend of traditional and contemporary American cuisines with hints of French and Italian flavors. Enjoy dishes such as Chilled English Pea Soup, Duck Duo, Grilled Lamb Chop and Mint Pot de Creme. The siblings who run this restaurant ensure an intimate ambiance and a memorable experience. Reservations are a must if you are dining with a group of more than 8 people.
Joe's Pub
Joe's Pub is a live music and performance venue at The Public Theater. Equipped with state-of-the-art sound and light systems, the pub has given a platform to many upcoming and established artists from varied genres. Alicia Keys called it her "favorite rock & roll venue" while the late Amy Winehouse made her stateside debut here. With its candlelit setting, rich velvet couches, lucite tables and minimalistic-yet-beautiful architecture, the pub envelops you into its warm, inviting ambiance. Dinner and drinks are available during each performance; expect delicious Italian fare with a full bar stocked with wines, beers, spirits, and specialty cocktails.
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Verlaine
Located in the Lower East Side, Verlaine is a Southeast Asian tapas bar. However, the high ceilings and well-placed art make the venue feel more like a lounge than a bar. The Tapas dishes are perfect for those in the mood for some Asian flavors, with such delights as chicken satay and vegetable curry puffs. It's best to get there early for cheap drinks and food or else one may be dodging other guests and servers the whole time.
Rooftop 93 Bar & Lounge is a premier nightlife destination located in the heart of downtown Manhattan. Perched at the top two floors of the award winning Wyndham Garden Hotel -- Our stunning location captivates a breath-taking view of New York City. From our floor to ceiling window lounge floor with a direct view of the Empire State Building, to our open rooftop that provides a panoramic view that stretches across lower Manhattan.
Trendy and exciting, Bathtub Gin is a speakeasy-style bar in Chelsea, complete with an ingenious entrance and a copper bathtub! You enter the bar through the front, which looks like a small coffee shop. Once inside, soft yellow lighting, elaborate wallpaper, and antique decorative accents greet you. As one might guess, cocktails are heavily gin-based, some of which feature rarely-used ingredients. This place also offers a substantial menu of bar bites and desserts. The nights here present different entertainments, ranging from live music to the enthralling visions of the talented burlesque dancers and energetic DJs, who simultaneously pump the crowd while performing here. You can also host private events here.
Situated on the Lower East Side, Clockwork Bar is a go-to for rockers and lovers of rock and roll and punk music. Top-to-bottom graffiti-lined walls and an all-over punk theme dominate the space, giving this dive bar its electrifying vibes. This grunge aesthetic extends to the washrooms as well. Also adding to its highlights are affordable beers, frozen margaritas, and fantastic bartenders. Despite staying open till late, it is better to drop in early with your friends as this local bar usually gets crowded.
Lucky 7
Set in downtown Jersey City, Lucky 7 Tavern is a great place to visit with friends. The menu includes a variety of pub eats like burgers, sandwiches, pizzas and finger foods. They even serve a fantastic selection of beers and spirits. The pub also hosts music nights, theme parties, ladies nights, celebrations and other such events. This lively bar features a unique vending machine that serves burgers.
