Nightlife, 42BELOW
BARS & LOUNGES • The Nines
Our partner Ariel Palitz, Founding Nightlife Mayor of New York City, shares some of her favorite places to spend a night out in 42BELOW, the rapidly evolving “It” District in Midtown South. [spon]
Bo Peep Cocktail and Highball Store, tucked beside Keens Steakhouse, channels old-school NYC with playful twist; equal parts cabaret and cocktail den
George Bang Bang, one of city’s coolest craft drinks spots, hidden away behind a counter-only noodle bar; painstakingly hand-chiseled ice cubes, science-experiment drinks, dance floor and DJ set
Maru Karaoke Lounge, a karaoke staple with private rooms, bottle service, and just enough liquid courage; it even got a pop-culture nod with a spot on Succession (Season 4, EP 2)
Refinery Rooftop, sweeping skyline views, seasonal cocktails, and lively crowd, plus retractable glass roof that keeps the party going year-round
Célon Bar & Lounge, anything BUT a standard hotel bar; polished nightlife experience within The Bryant Park Hotel, w/ plush seating, curated cocktails, and a dressed-to-impress crowd
The Riff Raff Club at Virgin Hotels, a stylish perch above the city with standout views, a wraparound terrace, and excellent cocktails; the cocktail program is led by Charles Joly, a renowned mixologist who’s crafted drinks for A-list clientele and events like the Academy Awards
Daintree, Australian-themed rooftop bar located atop the Hotel Hendricks; come for the kangaroo skewers and Aussi Spritz, stay for the 360 degree views of the Manhattan skyline
Apotheke (above), dramatic interiors for ‘prescription-style’ cocktail menu, drinks labeled by ‘remedy, and live entertainment seven nights a week
DRAMMA, buzzy new nightclub in the heart of Times Square; DJs, inventive cocktails, and dance floor packed into the early hours