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1. Cain
544 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001 · 212-947-8000
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CHELSEA. African influences pervade this ultra-chic space, located less than a block west of Chelsea Park. Indeed, bongos, animal prints, trade beads and safari treasures provide the backdrop, and the crowd seems to move in trance-like harmony with the music. At the bar, the knowledgeable staff concocts magical cocktails, and it's not uncommon to catch a glimpse of a celeb or two soaking in the scene, entourage in tow. As to the door policy, play it cool and dress to impress if you aspire to make it past the sidewalk. TRAIN: C, E to 23rd St
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2. Temple Bar
332 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012 · 212-925-4242
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NOHO. This masculine lounge is geared toward those with discerning palates or, more exactly, those who can taste the difference between Bombay and Hendrick's, Stoli and Danzka. Indeed, the dark, stained interior appeals to a sophisticated breed of clientele (all of them dressed to the nines), and the plush furniture and topnotch service make it easy for them to spend several hours here, soaking it all in and running up enormous tabs. If the need to feed strikes, the menu features treats like ginger-glazed spare ribs, salt and pepper calamari, and foie gras. TRAIN: 6 to Bleecker St; B, D, F, V to Broadway-Lafayette St
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3. The Room
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144 Sullivan St, Manhattan, NY 10012 · 212-477-2102
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SOHO. A laid back, intimate attitude pervades at this wine and beer-only spot. Even so, the spirit of SoHo does reveal itself: Unrepresented artists are given wall space to display their work, and the steel fixtures were crafted by locals. If it's your first date and you need a comfortable yet upscale place to enjoy a few post-prandials, it's hard to top the quiet, redbrick confines and extensive beer and wine lists of the Room. TRAIN: 1, 6 C, E to Spring St; 1, 9 to Houston; 1, 6 to Bleecker St; N, R to Prince St
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TRIBECA. Set in the heart of TriBeCa's legendary restaurant and entertainment scene, the upscale, erudite lounge known as Brandy Library is a great place to catch your breath (and look good doing it!) at the close of the day. Booze, not books, line the floor-to-ceiling shelves behind the candle-lit bar, and the skilled waitstaff has a veritable cornucopia of top-flight bottles on hand, from aged single malt scotches to a 1945 Darroze armagnac. If a bite or two is in order, their menu doesn't disappoint thanks to high-brow offerings like tuna tartare, croque-monsieur and Valhrona chocolate cake. TRAIN: A, C, E to Canal St
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MIDTOWN EAST. Located in the former office of 1930s entrepreneur John W. Campbell, this posh cocktail bar beckons with rich decor, fine vintage wines, champagnes and liqueurs. You'll find an upscale crowd here including suit-and-tie types, and the bar fills up quickly most nights. With many fine restaurants just steps away in the Grand Central Terminal, this really should be on your agenda for a nightcap after a great meal. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6, 7, S to 42nd St-Grand Central
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UPPER WEST SIDE. This oft-overlooked sub-level bar in the West 70s offers comfortable, low-key environs for those wanting to escape the crowds and bustle of the neighborhood's more high-profile joints. The scene flickering candles, stone walls, romantic alcoves, couches lined with Moroccan pillows, and the beguiling sounds of Greek and Middle Eastern music captures all the charm and allure of an Old World speakeasy. Located below Metso. TRAIN: 1 to 72nd-Broadway; B, C to 72nd-Central Park
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TRIBECA. Don't be confused by the pub-like interior of this TriBeCa star the dark green walls, mahogany accents and dim lighting. Upscale Dylan Prime is anything but a beer joint, as you'll find out once you've seen the cocktail list, which features $11 cocktails with names like TriBeCa Town Car and Makers Mark Manhattan. And yet, this is far more than a trendy place to tip a glass superb numbers like the Colorado rack of lamb, 32-oz. porterhouse, and succulent filet mignon most assuredly see to that. TRAIN: 1, 9 to Canal St
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8. 'disiac
402 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019 · 212-586-9880
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HELL'S KITCHEN. Pay close attention on your stroll through Hell's Kitchen or you may just miss the door to this dark, intimate lounge, which just so happens to be one of the neighborhood's most stylish watering holes. The Moroccan inspired elements give the space a touch of exotic appeal, and the first-class service delivers impeccable renditions of everything from house-made sangria to martinis. When it's nice out, the tidy little garden area in the back is a great place to get fresh air and engage in meaningful conversation. TRAIN: C, E to 50th St
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9. Pravda
281 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012 · 212-226-4944
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NOLITA. When it first opened, Pravda was one of those places that only the pretty people could enter. Today, the restaurant/lounge is still a favorite among some local sophisticates but not the glamour scene that it once was. Fortunately, though, Pravda has managed to maintain a bit of mystery (of course, the sub-level location helps) from antique Russian furniture to its speakeasy-type atmosphere. If it's vodka you're looking for, this is the place to get it with over 70 different varieties and ten house-infused flavors, you're sure to find something suitable. Just be prepared for the prices. Those looking for something a little more romantic will want to head to the upstairs bar area, which is a great place to have a quiet one-on-one conversation. TRAIN: B, D, F, Q to Broadway-Lafayette; 6 to Spring St; N, R Prince St
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10. Verlaine
110 Rivington St, New York, NY 10002 · 212-614-2494
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LOWER EAST SIDE. French-Vietnamese influences pervade the snack menu at this dim venue on the Lower East Side. Named after the famously indulgent "poθte maudit," Paul Verlaine, the lounge certainly does what it can to seduce its well-heeled clientele into a night of eating, drinking and chanting. The deep, comfortable banquettes are conducive to private conversation, and the cool, mellow music always seem to be at just the right decible. If you're looking to impress out-of-towners, this is the place to do it. TRAIN: F, V to Lower East Side-Second Ave
About 10Best's recommendations for New York's Cocktail Lounges:
An important part of the New York scene, these lounges are cool, comfortable spots where sofas and chairs are arranged to promote conversation. Most of them feature hip background music and drink menus that tend to highlight cocktails over beer. They're often the best places to find New York's beautiful people relaxing and looking their best.
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