Prohibition

Prohibition

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Prohibition illustrates the Upper West Side bar scene. It's spacious and trendy but not overly hip. It's popular but rarely packed. The waitstaff is young, beautiful and easy-going. The cool decor features lamps made out of out of skinny lightbulbs suspended in wine bottles. In the front bar area, live bands perform on a stage: Every night features a different musical act, from groovy funk to jazz. If you'd rather focus on your date, head to the back room, where you can also dine on surprisingly good New American cuisine. Check out our website for more information and our Band Schedule. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Citysearch

The Scene
This dimly lit Upper West Side watering hole dresses up in 1920s speakeasy-style. Exposed brick walls, wooden booths and an attentive black-clad waitstaff--perpetually on the ready to refill a glass--give the spacious saloon class, but two sports-tuned TVs above the bar and a pool table keep it common. An air of Old-World romance is also palpable--it's quiet enough for a first date, but loud enough that there's something to talk about.

The Draw
Running contrary to its name, the bar's drink menu brims with alcoholic treats--and every night the 20-something locals cram in accordingly. Eight draft beers alongside the house Bacardi mojito with fresh lime juice and the Ciroc white grape martini--among other house specialties--can be weighed down by warm bread pudding with vanilla ice cream and cherry sauce.