Cain
New York, NY 10001
Phone: (212) 947-8000
- Cross Street:
- Between 10th Avenue and 11th Avenue
- Directions:
- C, E at 23rd St
- Hours:
- Tue-Sat 11pm-4am
Editorial Review for Cain – by Erin Behan
The Scene
While most new high-end clubs are designed with bottle service in mind, this West Chelsea club takes it to heart. Low-slung, bottle-only seating rings the sunken dance floor, with another slab of premium seating above. The zebra skin-topped bar--and by extension, the South African-inspired club--is for the women who wear fur and the men who love them. Expensive sport coats mingle with short skirts and impossibly high heels. The DJ, who spins from behind a giant rock, keeps the house music upbeat, but no one's really bustin' a move.
The Draw
If you've got it, flaunt it, hence the aura of exclusivity. Model-type servers in short lace-up, belted safari dresses go the distance to please customers (even dancing with them), and the bartenders mix quality drinks. Of note: the Cape Grace, an unusual cocktail made with vodka, honey and sweet basil seeds suspended in the drink.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoIf you're not on the list, a beautiful model or not prepared to shell out for bottle service, you may be out of luck.
Save MoneyDouble-check the bill before you add tip, as the check automatically includes a 20-percent gratuity.
The ExtrasA portion of the club's proceeds will be donated to the Nelson Mandela Fund.
User Reviews for Cain
09/23/2008 Posted by caramanna
My BF and I went there to top off the night while celebrating our anniversary. We were planning on going to Pink Elephant but Cain seemed to be really bubbling with energy. We stood in line for about 5 minutes. I started to get a little discouraged when girls and guys (many not even that great looking) getting in while I was standing there. I later realized they were shouting people's names or were on lists. We had no one's name to shout and were certainly not on any list. We weren't planning on bribing our way in either (ie getting bottle service). After about 3-5 minutes the bouncer looked at us and said "what?", we just looked at him. He then he asked if we were on the list. We said "no." He gave us the once over and let us in. Sure it felt kinda shallow and "high-school-esque" to be scrutinized for our physical appearance to get in, but it was so worth it because inside the music was awesome, the drummer was amazing and the people were all beautiful. No gross old men standing around eyeing you. Everyone was young, hot, and on the dance floor! Overall, a little stressful at the door, but if you look good it shouldn't be a problem. I even got free admission and my BF reduced. It was worth taking the time to look hot and the 5 minutes at the door.
Pros: Great music, atmosphere and gorgeous people
Cons: May be a bit scary at the door if you aren't used to it
09/15/2008 Posted by west2east
ALL NEW promoters at Cain on Fri Nights. They need to step it up and hire new ones. theyre amateurs. don't know how to handle the door or anything like that. everytime my girls and i get thru its empty for EVER when theres a huge line out the door
