All About New York City Bars

OK, let's establish some ground rules. It's called the City,of A-listers from the fashion and celebrity world. With
not Manhattan. And under no circumstance should youfour unique lounge settings (and over 10,000 square
ever say New York City. Yes, we know some Newfeet) of banquette-like seating, cushy pillars, a grand
Yorkers do take things a bit too far and say they areaquarium and room to dance, most flock to Gypsy
from the City even when they are visiting relatives inTea for its VIP section and bottle service. Make sure
Tulsa - where the nickname really loses itsto taste the house specialty - The Gypsy Cosmo!
luster.Whatever it is you are trying to do while you're inRated 2005's Hottest New Lounge, Gypsy Tea can
the City, do it quickly and get out of the way. Thatbe found at 22 W. 24th St. (between 5th & 6th
applies to ordering at the deli (where do you think theAves.).Pink Elephant: Bring a few credit cards and your
Soup Nazi idea came from?), riding the escalators,swankiest shoes when you visit this luxurious bottle
crossing the street or buying a paper. Things have aservice venue (located at 527 W. 27th St., between
faster pace up here and people like it that way. This10th & 11th Aves.). With a pheromone-shooting scent
City will eat you alive if you don't prepare properly.Butmachine, you'll find your libido-sparking hormones at full
even with all of the millions of people scurrying around,attention and the scene completely intoxicating! The
you can still blend into the madness and fit right in.door can be tough, but worth the trouble for the crowd
That's because everyone is too busy to notice you asAND staff you'll find when you enter the gates. Pink
they race to the subways, run to catch the ferries, orElephant boasts a kinetic lighting system, argon lasers
fight for a cab. New York has a "kick you in the teeth"and a liquid nitrogen gas tank catapulted from the
attitude that can make you feel satisfied when youceiling (for those moments when the dance floor gets
actually accomplish something. And, you know youtoo heated).Tortilla Flats: There's a party every night at
earned it because you've just navigated thru all thethis small Tex-Mex joint. Great for food and
madness. Here's a local tip so don't sound like a touristmargaritas (try the strawberry one - you can get them
when you are downtown- it's pronounced "How-Stin"by the pitchers), Tortilla Flats is a cheap and fun
even though it is spelled like Houston. SoHo meanscantina that's always crowded with post-work folks
south of Houston - now go figure out NoHo on yourlooking for a good time. Its located on Washington
own.Immerse yourself in the City, with all it has to offer,Street & 12th.Trailer Park Lounge: Located at 23rd
and you'll understand why it's like no other place onStreet (between 7th & 8th Avenues) this place is an
earth. The diversity, the energy, the attitude - you canode to an old trailer park - screen door, unmatched
find anything and everything in the City that nevervinyl chairs, velvet pictures of Elvis, Marilyn and more.
(EVER) sleeps. There's always a new neighborhoodThis is the place to be if you want good comfort food
to explore, another restaurant to try, another club to(try the sweet potato fries, tator tots and mac n'
dance at, and another bar to drink in.Dreams havecheese) and big potent drinks (the margaritas are the
been realized here since the first settlers and you cansize of your head!) after a hellish day with the boss.
feel that same spirit as you walk the streets of eachWith its kitschy decor, Trailer Park is a great place -
neighborhood. Where else can you see millionairessans pretension or attitude.Dive 75: A dimly lit watering
mingling seamlessly with the working class? Fromhole with four TV's, 19 beers on tap, a free Wi-Fi
munching on their morning bagels to singing along withconnection, a 155-gallon fish tank, board games up the
Frank Sinatra at the end of the Yankees game, Newkazoo (Uno, Monopoly, Connect Four) and friendly
Yorkers share the local pride. Maybe it's becausewaiters that make you feel like home - who needs
everyone has one thing in common - they've all lived inanything else? Dive 75 (located at 101 W. 75th St. -
that 300 square foot studio apartment and paid $2000between Columbus and Amsterdam Aves.) is no dive
a month for it. And why does everyone say theirat all!.BLVD: If you want a lounge, a dance-floor and
address like it's the most regal location in the knownfood under one roof - this is the place that delivers all
universe?NYC was built (and still runs) on itsthree (and with class). Located on Bowery (at Spring
neighborhoods. You'll find that each has its ownStreet) BLVD is a mega one-stop shop that you can
character, so get out and explore. People from allcheck out for a pre-dinner drink or to spend the entire
walks of life are really what make this place soevening. Great for a first date and when you're not
special.Bars & NightlifeThe City comes alive at nightsure where the night is going to take you (no need for
(and its usually when most are tucking themselves inan "emergency phone call from a friend") - its easy to
for a good night's sleep!). Times Square has moreget lost in the crowd in this tri-level complex.b.e.d. N.Y.:
lights than a sound stage and feels like midday even atManhattan, we'd like you guys to meet South Beach.
2:00 am. With so many people in town each andBeautiful people, beautiful space - this bi-level
every night (and I mean, each and every night) therepenthouse located at W. 27th Street, is the city's first
are plenty of special occasions that must bedowntown restaurant that offers two dining floors, a
celebrated. Whether you're out for a birthday,360-degree rooftop view of the midtown skyline and
promotion, or the eminent "Girls Night Out" - here arebeds for dining, drinking, and just chillin. The beds invite
some journeyPod Picks:Maritime Hotel: Yes, we areeveryone to be a wee bit more "free spirited."
listing a hotel as a pick for our Nightlife category andWhoever said you can't dress up to go to bed?Sutton
it's not because of what goes on behind closed hotelPlace: This laid back, yet hip bar is your multi-option
room doors. The entire city block is just one big opendestination. Whether you're meeting your BF for some
air extravaganza right out of South Beach. Located atlate night drinks or just watching the big game, Sutton
363 West 16th St. (at Ninth Ave.), this place was oncePlace is where it's at. The venue features 15
the headquarters for the National Maritime Union. Now,televisions with four large-screen projectors, a
it's a glamorous Chelsea Hotel that draws a trendyseparate lounge with a fireplace and a 46 foot rooftop
nightlife scene. Among its hot spots are Matsuri - sushiretreat. Sutton Place is located at 1015 2nd Ave.
restaurant, a Japanese-themed nightclub called Hiro(between 53rd and 54th Sts.).230 Fifth: Planning an
and La Bottega - a bar/trattoria which extends outsideafter-work soiree with your colleagues or a weekend
into a 6,000 square foot patio. Ah, and how can wenightcap with your new guy? This expansive (can
forget to mention the party cabanas on theaccommodate nearly 1,000 guests) deco-style
terrace?!Pacha: Talk about a high energy import thatpenthouse lounge and tropical wraparound rooftop
lets you explore the vibe of Ibiza without stepping foothave views that even Trump should envy! Where else
outside NYC (located at 618 W. 46th St. - betweencan you find almost 360 (unobstructed) degree views
11th Ave. and West Side Hwy). This internationalalongside palm trees? 230 Fifth is located where else
nightclub transports club-goers from NYC to thebut, 230 Fifth? (At the corner of 27th St.).Le Bryant
steamy tropics, featuring four floors (and 30,000Park Cafe: A trendy outdoor bar perfect for singles
square feet) of options. Navigate a maze ofand people watching during those balmy summer
staircases, palm trees, mirrors and tarp canopies. You'llnights in NYC. Sitting at this place in the warmer
find drop down projection screens, staging runways,months can make you feel like you're in Paris. They
and intimate retreats (check out the Jacuzzi-stylehost free jazz and other performances throughout the
booths).Passerby: Screwdrivers are back andweek (with free outdoor movie nights on Mondays).
somehow they made the Greyhound even cooler.During off season, the singles scene travels indoor to
Their juicer will freshen up your cocktails and theirthe Bryant Park Grill. The Cafe is located at 476 5th
glowing "Saturday Night Fever" dance floor will liven upAve. (at 41st St.).ShoppingIt's the only city in the world
your evening. A stylish little hole-in-the-wall thatwhere you can forget to pack your little black dress
features great drinks and an easy, laid-back crowd.and you're not out of luck. Just simply run across the
Passerby is located at 436 W. 15th St. (between Ninthstreet and buy anything you need with ease. That
& 10th Aves.).White Horse Tavern: A super-popularbrings us to a journeyPod Pick for all you shopaholics
West Village institution, White Horse Tavern is quiet,out there. Century 21 (which is way downtown, but
literary, and features lots of wood - a former haunt ofworth the cab fare or subway to 22 Cortland St.,
Dylan Thomas. Good for a few laid-back Happy Hourbetween Church & Bdwy.). No, not the real estate
pints with old friends and colleagues. Just make suremoguls - Century 21 is a retail store with great deals
you're not watching your waste line if you decide toon top designers and a bargain-hunter's dream. If brand
order grub - the big juicy burgers and slab-cut fries arenames are your weakness, you'll savor every moment
worth the calories! White Horse Tavern is located onwhile pawing through the medley of racks of designer
Hudson & 11th Street.Bungalow 8: With so manyduds. Where else can you pick up an Armani suit at
luxuries offered at this honeymoon-suite locale, who50% off or save hundreds on that dress that's all the
has anytime for sleep? If you're looking for great drinksis the only place you need to visit for information on
and interesting snacks, this mini-resort provides it. Athe trendiest bars and restaurants, the most luxurious
hospitality-themed lounge, Bungalow 8 offershotels, and the most exclusive parties and shops for
everything but the mint on your pillow. Perfect fordiscriminating travelers. Visit for the lowdown on where
night-owls who have trouble turning in. Bungalow 8 isto go in Atlanta, New York, Miami, LA and other major
located at 515 W. 27th St. (between 10th & 11thcities around the world, and listing to our monthly travel
Aves.).Gypsy Tea: Despite the name, there's no Steviepodcast for the best in upscale travel and
Nicks vibe here. But what you will find is a two-levelentertainment.
hip-hop destination where you'll often see sections full