JOE'S PUB

At first glance, all bars seem the same-- they serve beer and whiskey, people come in sober and leave a little tipsy. But Joe’s Pub additionally offers a broad selection of drafts and live music served with the help of a high quality sound system.

425 Lafayette Street      (212) 539-8777

LE POISSON ROUGE

Literally “the red fish,” Le Poisson Rouge has nothing to do with eating fish with two forks, though the red and black interior leans towards the fancy side. This hip, contemporary bar offers a livelier alternative to the neighborhood watering holes with quality live music and state-of-the-art sound system.

158 Bleecker Street      (212) 228-4854

LE ROYALE

This trendy nouveau-bar suits everybody-- from fashionistas and hipsters to tie-clad pros; its agreeable, contemporary décor featuring pop-art prints appeals to all ages and styles. Whether you fancy a signature cocktail or good music, this West Village hangout is the place to be.

21 Seventh Avenue      (212) 463-0700

MERCURY LOUNGE

The Lower East Side is far from letting go of its grungy, hip roots, and Mercury Lounge—with its rock-like clime—is the best proof. This dim space with metal lamps and burgundy curtains exposes the edgy side of the NYC nightlife.

217 East Houston Street, #A
(212) 260-4700

You can be transported to the West Indies, India, Latin America or Africa in a matter of minutes, thanks to S.O.B’s’ culture-specific live music nights. The best ethnic performers and DJs trod the several dance floors of this large club ever since its opening.

204 Varick Street      (212) 243-4940