Best of Citysearch: Nightlife in New York

by Melanie Berliet - Citysearch Editor - 105 Reviews - 54 Lists

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Updated: July 02, 2009

We love nightlife. And we know you do too. The nomination period for the Best of Citysearch campaign may be closed, but that means the fun has only just begun. Now it's time to vote! You can have a hand in naming New York's best spots--for karaoke, specialty cocktails, after-work drinks and so on. Just go to the Best of Citysearch tab above and cast your vote! To get in the spirit, browse a few of my personal favorites ...

My Nightlife Nominations

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended The Box
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    189 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002 (map)

    Singles Scene: Once you're in, you have the pick of New York's elite society who aren't afraid to have a good time (or to catch a little burlesque) while they're scoping.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended The Clover Club
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    210 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201 (map)

    Mojito: They call it a Queen's Park Swizzle, but what it amounts to is the best and most carefully made mojito you've ever had.

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended The Room
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    144 Sullivan St, New York, NY 10012 (map)

    Beer Bar: The wine list is good, but the beer selection is even better (with more than 50 varieties by the bottle).

  4. 4 3 Star Rating: Average Sweet & Vicious
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    5 Spring St, New York, NY 10012 (map)

    Outdoor Bar: The capacious outdoor garden is a smoker's delight.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Winebar
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    65 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003 (map)

    Wine bar: The extensive menu divided by country offers some reasonably priced bottles in addition to the too-expensive types. I typically go for a Spanish red.