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Address: 859 Washington St, at 13th St, New York, NY 10014-1108

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Hazzard County's Boar's Nest meets "Deliverance." Okay, so "chic" probably isn't the word that most use to describe this West Village honky-tonk. Nevertheless, the place remains popular with everybody – bikers, wedding parties, celebrities and co-eds. Expect to see everything from the occasional bride-to-be dancing on...

Address: 15 E 7th St, between 2nd & 3rd Aves, New York, NY 10003

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An old, emerald standby with close to 150 years under its belt, this Irish bar offers only two distinct libations: McSorley's Light and McSorley's Dark. A younger, primarily male crowd regularly darkens the doors of this tried but true neighborhood haunt. TRAIN: 6 to Astor Pl; NF to 2nd Ave

Address: 334 W 46th St, Between 8th and 9th Aves, New York, NY 10036

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O'Flaherty's exudes style and elegance, whether you are in the cozy fireplace area or under the stars in the garden. Rising stars or actor wannabes often can be found playing pool here. The trendy crowd will be dressed to the nines, so dust off that special outfit to wear. Billiard tables, large-screen TV's and live...

Address: 343 W 46th St, between 8th and 9th Aves, New York, NY 10036

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If you are in the mood for a no-holds-barred eclectic mix, plan to go to Don't Tell Mama. This piano bar features live jazz, sing-alongs and cabaret rooms, which feature comedy groups, musicals, vocal groups and a variety of other acts. Unlike your typical quiet and cozy piano bar, this one rocks with laughter and...

Address: 457 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011

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Chelsea's Red Rock West is this neighborhood's equivalent to the West Village's Hogs and Heifers. This New York saloon attracts a good mix of Harley-riders and downtown executives, who somehow manage to coexist without too much friction. The jukebox here usually spins out all of your down-home favorites, from Hank,...

Address: 437 88th St, Brooklyn, NY 11209-5207

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Situated in Bay Ridge between 4th and 5th Avenues, the ultra-flashy Legacy Nite Club is one of South Brooklyn's premier dance clubs. Like a set from "Saturday Night Fever," this historic nightspot, which dates from the 1950s, offers it's well-dressed patrons the chance to boogie on a sunken dance floor under the...

Address: 17 Thompson St, New York, NY 10013

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This smart looking dance hall, named after William Burroughs's famous book, is a good place to spot the occasional celeb. Conspicuously located on the corner of Thompson and Grand, the Naked Lunch is one of SoHo's favorite places to do the salsa, and dance to great 80s tunes on the weekends. After work, it's not...

Address: 4254 Arthur Kill Rd, Staten Island, NY 10309-1130

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On Staten Island and in the mood for some good, old-fashioned German cooking? Killmeyer's has just what you need. The one-time inn has changed very little since first opening around 1890, boasting an original mahogany bar, period furnishings, and a unique wrought-iron Spaten sign. The menu features authentic German...

Address: 1626 Broadway, between 49th and 50th Sts, New York, NY 10019

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Not for the timid, Caroline's presents well-known acts performing raunchy comedy. A two-drink minimum is strictly enforced, but you will want more than two if you sit close to the front since you will end up being part of the act. TRAIN: C, E, 1, 9 to 50th St; B, D, E to 7th Ave; N, R to 49th St

Address: 541 Lexington Ave, W New York Hotel, New York, NY 10022

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The Whiskey Blue, located on the corner of Lexington and 49th Street, enjoys the patronage of a good mix of people – from models and entertainers to local business types and wannabe hipsters. The lounge's eclectic (if sleek) décor includes several comfy couches and a few velvet lounge chairs, making it look like the...