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…
Must-see nightlife in New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania
New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania
This inn has rooms if you can find someone to book them, but the real attraction here is the live jazz: top-flight performers play Thursday through Sunday…
New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania
If you've been a hiking and a trekking over the wilds of the Water Gap, take the edge off at this popular pub, situated deep in the foothills of northeast…
New York
Conveniently located on the outskirts Alexandria Bay, Thousand Islands Winery has a fun, accessible atmosphere and award winning wines. It is open year…
Catskills
Tastings and tours are free at this small distillery, named after a town sunk under the nearby reservoir. It specializes in vodka made from apple cider…
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…
Catskills
An intoxicating range of small batch spirits, including bourbon, whiskey, gin and vodka are distilled here. You can take a tour, sample the spirits or…
The Adirondacks
It may be a bit rough around the edges, but Waterworks Pub has a very welcoming vibe that makes for a pleasant drink (or three). Head upstairs to dance,…
Hudson Valley
Two Ravens Tavern is a reliable good time on the main drag in Kingston's Stockade District. It's open late nightly and serves tasty eastern European…
Catskills
This cozy artisan wine and cheese shop doubles as a wine bar and small gallery serving wines by the glass and a few craft beers to a friendly bunch of…
The Adirondacks
This rustic cafe, attached to a gift shop of the same name, is a year-round place to drop by for organic coffee and snacks such as avocado on sourdough…
New York
SUNY Oswego students can be found letting off steam throughout the week at this popular dive with cheap drinks and a fun trivia night on Monday (10pm).
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.
