Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
A world away from the grungy, betting-slip-strewn 'off-track betting' parlors of yore, OTB pays vague homage to racing thoroughbreds with some equine…
Must-see nightlife in New York City
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
The flagship of a small chain roaster bringing aromatic pour-overs, smooth flat whites and punchy cortados (espresso with a dash of milk) to the streets…
New York City
Employing a classic Brooklyn bar aesthetic with its warehousey, bare-brick interior, 61 Locals pulls a laid-back crowd thanks to mellow-mannered bar staff…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Come see what the new generation of lawyers, stockbrokers and PR professionals look like with their hair down. The Standard Biergarten is a rowdy good…
New York City
When you want a bit of a break from your travels, drop into this chill Carroll Gardens establishment and drink yourself around the world – select a…
New York City
This casual beer hall with checkered floors, lots of windows, a small garden out back and a lively, mixed crowd is located a few blocks east of the…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
While many argue in favor of Brooklyn's home-grown coffee spots, there's a reason this West Coast roaster-brewer also has many fans. Blue Bottle prepares…
Upper West Side & Central Park
This buzzing drinking den features a live band every night on the front-room stage, though decibel levels are low enough that your ears won't bleed. The…
New York City
The oldest and only dive bar on the Coney Island boardwalk, Ruby’s has been around since 1934, and in the family of the eponymous Ruby since 1972. It's a…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
This bar atop the Wythe Hotel has a sunny color scheme, vacation vibes and magnificent picture-window views of Manhattan. There's a respectable cocktail…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
Walk through the dim, wood- and brick-lined interior to find yourself in an expansive, plant-filled backyard, replete with giant spool tables and string…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Near NYU, tiny Third Rail takes its coffee seriously, using single-origin Stumptown roasts and several different espresso blends (each gets its own…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
New York's gay-bar scene has a reputation for catering to young, model types, but in the West Village you'll find many bars with a more welcoming…
New York City
Dirty Precious balances a discerning taste in drinks with the warmest of welcomes. Cocktails are bursting with flavors, like the peppery, efferverscent …
New York City
By day, as Smooch, this tiny triangle of a cafe turns out expertly made espressos as well as cakes, salads and sandwiches. Five nights a week it then…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
A retro rock soundtrack and vintage fittings ease punters in to this easygoing Williamsburg watering hole. It has a long bar, overseen by friendly…
New York City
This bright blue-and-yellow watering hole is a hub for the local lesbian community and comes complete with a friendly bartender, a jukebox, a pool table,…
New York City
Across the seasons, Dynaco's subdued lighting confers a romantic feel but a wood-burning stove acts as a focal point during the winter months. A pressed…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Sip your wine, eat a panini, watch the well-dressed world walk by, or strike up a conversation with an interesting stranger (or two). Small and friendly…
Upper West Side & Central Park
Giving new meaning to the word ‘dive,’ this crusty local holdout has a long wooden bar, classic rock on the speakers, a lineup of (mostly male) regulars…
Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
There's limited seating for coffee-drinkers to linger, but the baristas at Milk & Pull certainly pour a good single-origin espresso.
