200 Orchard

Erin Behan

Citysearch

The Scene
The dark, thrown-together interior of this Lower East Side standby attracts an assorted crew of drinkers who won't be flitting down to the next big slicked up club. Its dingy terrariums, indoor trees and exposed beams give the bar a lived-in feeling that can't be bought. Thankfully, space is more plentiful than it first appears. The long, narrow front bar opens into a larger area for relaxing with friends on low-slung chairs or grooving to the smart DJ mixes on weekends.

The Draw
On slower week nights, the pool table tucked in back is a great place to get your game on uninterrupted. As the weekend heats up, so do the turntables and the scene. Nobody takes themselves too seriously, though; you'll get a relaxed vibe from the affable bartenders who know how to mix a mean margarita. It's a great escape from the more sceney spots that surround it.