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The 10 Cocktails You Have to Try in NYC This Spring
Spring has almost sprung in New York and it’s time to get in the spirit with some spirits. Out with the Moscow mules and hot toddies, and in with brighter cocktails like sangrias and negronis. Get a hit of elderflower in your Strawberry Collins, or enjoy an Indian-inspired Badam Lassi with citrus top notes. Below are spring cocktails to enjoy at bars and restaurants around the city!
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Three-Story 'Rag Trader Bar' Opens in Garment District
In Midtown, there's no shortage of run-of-the mill watering holes. It's refreshing then, to welcome to the Garment District newcomer The Rag Trader and Po Beep Cocktail & Highball Store, a handsome, three-story restaurant/speakeasy/piano bar in what was once a garment factory.
Cheers to Veggie Cocktails in NYC!
It’s a new year! Here’s to a new you! We know that many of you vowed to make resolutions that involve being healthier—eating well and getting lots of exercise—but in New York City you don't want to miss out on cocktail culture. Skip the salad and green juice and indulge in a vegetable-based mixed drink. It's a fun and festive way to get your 5-a-day. Now that’s something to celebrate!
Smoky Winter Cocktails in NYC
As the temperatures continue to dip and the winter winds are still blowing, we yearn to retreat to a cozy New York bar that serves up festive cocktails. With an emphasis on smoke, fire, and toasted spices, these seasonal drinks are the perfect winter warmers.
Enjoy a Libation at Oscar Wilde, NYC's Longest Bar
Looking for a bar after work with a distinguished atmosphere? NoMad’s Oscar Wilde NYC could be your next Friday evening destination.
Where to Drink Whiskey in NYC
As the holidays approach and temperatures dip in NYC, we’re all seeking warm hideaways where we can spend some time and create some memories. The winter season is also a great time to cozy up with some serious whiskey.
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Gonzo for Bar Gonzo: A New '70s Vibe Bar in Hell's Kitchen
Welcome the new kid on the block in Hell's Kitchen: Bar Gonzo, a funky, two-tier, '70s-inspired bar-lounge, created by R.L. King.
Top 10 Holiday Concerts in NYC
Whether you’re in the mood for classic Christmas carols, Handel’s Messiah, or something a little off the beaten path, there are lots of ways to enjoy holiday music in New York City. Here are ten holiday-themed concerts you can check out this December.
A Guide to the Best Wine Bars in NYC
The best wine bars in NYC for sommelier-selected wine lists and intimate spaces, wine tasting, and without all of the uppity vibes.
Live Music NYC: Concert Venues You Need to Check Out
Are you coming to New York City, looking to check out some great music but not sure where to go? Well, worry no more. New York City has tons of great venues to check out, easily accessible by public transportation or a cab. Here are just a handful of places to check out, if you haven’t started the search for venues yourself.
Best Speakeasies in NYC
Let City Guide give you a helping hand with this carefully curated list of the best speakeasies in Manhattan to help you live out your most wild Prohibition fantasies.
NYC's Largest Rooftop Bar Opens at Moxy Times Square
The opening of the chic new Moxy Times Square hotel in Midtown West features a bonus attraction, open to the public and not just hotel guests: the Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge, New York City's largest indoor/outdoor hotel rooftop bar.
Best 5 Karaoke Spots with Live Music in NYC
Without exception, karaoke takes any night from good to great. And we’ll do you one better: in New York, you can find live bands to accompany your smooth song stylings. You’ll get to growl like Mick Jagger for a few precious minutes while an aspiring Nicki Minaj waits for her rap debut in the wings. Below are 5 of the city’s top karaoke bars with live music.
Year-Round Rooftop Glamour: Midtown's Upstairs at The Kimberly
Thirty stories up at the all-suite Kimberly Hotel you'll find a Manhattan oasis: Upstairs at The Kimberly. Enter through street level elevator doors and rise to one of the city's premier views. And unlike many other New York rooftop lounges, Upstairs at The Kimberly provides an all-season escape.
Top 6 Rooftop Bars in NYC
The calendar has turned to September in NYC, but even with the fall coming on there is plenty of time to check out the city's rooftop bars! Sipping on a cocktail while viewing Manhattan from above is a great way to experience New York City. Here are just a handful of nightlife favorites.
Where to Get Your Tiki On in NYC
New York City might be the pinnacle of urbanization, but these five tiki bars can provide some much needed escape from it all. Immerse yourself in all things tropical by visiting any of these local cocktail hot spots. If you simply need to relax, no bars come quite as close to perfection as tiki bars do.
The 7 Things Gay Travelers Shouldn't Miss on a Trip to NYC
New York City has long been a supporter of the LGBTQ community, and if you’re gay and planning a visit to the city, then you’re in for a treat.
Mystery Solved: How to Enjoy Interactive Nights in NYC
New York City's interactive nights are waiting for those times when you want to get your hands dirty…or your gears turning…or your feet moving. From mingling with actors to solve a mystery to downing some wine and trying your hand at a canvas, reserve your spot at any of these exciting NYC establishments to have an interactive night you’ll never forget.
Food and Drink After Hours: The Best of NYC Late Night Happy Hours
Craving a late night specialty cocktail and some fried wings at half the price? Well, in a city like New York, that’s completely doable. Check out these five late night happy hours happening all around the city. Just because the sun sets doesn’t mean that the party has to stop, right?
The Best Outdoor Bars in NYC
Fall may be coming on, but it's not too late to hit up the best outdoor drinking spots in New York City. From Rockefeller Center's seasonal garden, to sipping beers aboard the historic Frying Pan, these outdoor drinking destinations are the real deal. Oh, and drink responsibly...but you already knew that.
These NYC Spots Will Make You Want to Celebrate Tequila Day!
It’s time to celebrate summer and National Tequila Day, this July 24th, is a perfect way. New York City's bars, restaurants, and gastropubs will be saying “salud!” to refreshing tequila drinks and lots of revelry.
Pin Me: Best of NYC's New Beer ATMs
With summer in full swing, nothing hits the spot quite like some ice cold beer. New York City is at the front of the race once again with beer ATMs popping up all over the city for your self-serving fun and convenience. Beer ATMs work are less like offshoots of banks and more like fountain drink machines: you get to pick which beer you want and how much of it you plan to down. Forget flagging down a server to refill your lager or stout, and take you destiny into your own hands. The future is now.
From Improv to Hypnosis: NYC's Best Comedy Alternatives
Make ‘em laugh. Laughter is the best medicine. Live, laugh, love. New York embraces this advice perhaps better than any other city in the world. In addition to our world-class stand up scene, you can also find some amazing alternative forms of funny here. Improv, hypnosis, magic, and even dance parties can be hilarious if you know where to look. New York has no shortage of entertainment, and these five alternatives to traditional stand-up comedy are proof of that.
Cool Spots to Beat the Summer Heat in Williamsburg Brooklyn
Hot, hot, hotter. That pretty much sums up the New York summer. But if you are visiting New York during the summer, a high temperature isn't going to stop you from exploring the city, is it now? One neighborhood in New York not to miss is trendy Williamsburg, Brooklyn. While there are tons of options for shopping and restaurants, here are our picks for the best options in Williamsburg to beat the heat.