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Entertainment and Nightlife in New York City
Bartenders in NYC have an uncanny talent for remembering faces. Make sure to tip

Bartenders in NYC have an uncanny talent for remembering faces. Make sure to tip

Entertainment and Nightlife in New York City

Are you looking for the best in NYC nightlife? Well, you're in the right place. Here at NYCTourist.com, you'll learn everything you need to know about entertainment and nightlife in NYC, including how to get in to the most popular NYC clubs, where to find the best bars in NYC, and what cheap NYC hotels are close to New York nightlife hotspots. Whether you're looking for cool, kooky NYC bars or trendy NYC clubs, you're sure to find what you're after.

Here are a few beginner's tips:

  • Dress to Impress: Most popular clubs in NYC enforce strict dress codes. If you don't look like you belong, you won't get in. Check club websites for dress codes.
  • Tip Your Bartender Well: Bartenders in NYC have an uncanny talent for remembering faces. If you stiff them on the tip, they'll note it, and you probably won't get a drink again. Of course, if you tip them well, they'll remember that, too, and they'll pour stronger drinks and take your order first. This is especially true in upscale NYC clubs.

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Located in the Midtown West neighborhood of Manhattan, The Royalton New York stands right in the center of it all

Located in the Midtown West neighborhood of Manhattan, The Royalton New York stands right in the center of it all

Hotels Close to Nightlife in NYC

If you plan on doing your share of partying in NYC, do yourself the favor of booking a room in an New York hotel close to nightlife in NYC. Here are a few of our top New York City hotels for partying:

  • The Royalton New York: Located in the Midtown West neighborhood of Manhattan, The Royalton New York stands right in the center of it all, close to popular NYC attractions and the best nightlife in NYC (the world-famous Pacha Club NY stands just steps away). This 4.0-star luxury hotel boasts a lively on-site bar, a 24-hour fitness center, and a breathtaking lobby with an enormous cast-bronze fireplace.
  • The GEM Hotel Chelsea: For those who would rather spend their money on signature NY drinks than on trendy NY hotel rooms, there's the GEM Hotel Chelsea, a cheap NYC hotel close to New York nightlife. This popular NYC hotel stands just minutes away from many of New York City's hottest clubs, including Marquee NYC.
Are you looking for fun things to do in New York City after dark?

Are you looking for fun things to do in New York City after dark?

NYC Nightlife - Cool Bars in NYC

Are you looking for fun things to do in New York City after dark? Do you want to learn about NYC nightlife and nightclubs in NYC? Are you on a quest for the coolest, hottest, swankiest bars in NYC? If so, you're in the right place! Below you'll find two of our favorite NYC nightlife hotspots.

  • The Rum House: Located in Manhattan's Times Square, just steps away from New York City's Theater District, The Rum House is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail before or after a Broadway show. This upscale bar in NYC is sure to delight music lovers and cocktail purists alike with its leather upholstery, piano players, and high-end drinks.
  • Smith & Mills: One block east of the Hudson River lies the small, pocket-sized bar known as Smith & Mills. At this eccentric Tribeca bar, which occupies a mere 450 square feet, food is served on antique flatware and beer in Mason jars.

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1. Fireside Bar
at the Omni Berkshire Hotel

Cocktail drinkers can apprieciate the unique take on mixology at the Fireside Bar New York. This NY bar offers a Cotton Candy martini with crushed candy on the rim, or seasonal specialties prepared with fresh fruit ingredients.

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2. Niles Bar
at the Affinia Manhattan NYC

Not your typical hotel bar, Niles NY Bar at the Affinia Manhattan is located across the street from Penn Station and Madison Square Garden. Mingle with sports fans, commuters and hotel guests during their famous Happy Hour at Niles Bar new York.

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3. Silverleaf Tavern
at the 70 Park Avenue, a Kimpton Hotel

The Park Avenue Silverleaf Tavern welcomes weary travelers and New York locals to unwind in a homey atmosphere, modeled after a classic American tavern. The bar menu is decidedly modern, with a wide range of cocktails, beer and wine.

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4. Fatty Crab NY
at the On The Ave Hotel New York

The Fatty Crab Bar New York is part of the Fatty Crab Restaurant on the Upper West Side.  Whether you're looking to wine and dine, grab some beers or sip on specialty cocktails, Fatty Crab NYC Bar is a hot spot to try.

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5. Bar 12:31
at the Hotel Chandler New York

New York Bar 12:31 in Manhattan is located in the Hotel Chandler near Murray Hill. Business travelers can get a cheap drink after a long workday in the hotel computer center, business center, meeting space or library.

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6. Nikki Beach
at the The Kimberly NYC

One of the best nightclubs in NYC is located in Midtown Manhattan, just a stone's throw from the Waldorf Astoria New York and adjacent to the Kimberly Hotel New York.  Complete with a runway, and white cozy couches, at Nikki Beach Midtown you can get your dance on, or your lounge on.  And if some of the best cocktails NYC make you hungry, Nikki Midtown New York has a great menu of tapas, entrees and deserts.

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7. Est. 1986
at the Hotel Stanford New York

Est. 1986 Wine Bar NYC in Hotel Stanford New York is a warm and inviting lounge that serves up great wine and cocktails until late into the night.

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8. Library Bar
at the Gild Hall, A Thompson Hotel NYC

Not your everyday "library," the Gild Hall Library Bar in Manhattan's Financial District is a premier destination for business travelers and NYC tourists alike. Kick back in their comfortable leather booths, or enjoy traditional pub fare from the bar at the Library Bar in the Financial District.

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9. Moda Lounge
at the Flatotel New York

Stop by Moda Lounge New York on your way to or from a Broadway Play. This Midtown West lounge is inside Flatotel, located just a block from the Theater District, has a full bar and serves food day and night. 

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10. Knave
at the Le Parker Meridien New York

Enjoy a morning coffee, afternoon tea or evening cocktail at the classy Knave NYC Cafe and Bar in Manhattan. Located in Le Parker Meridien, this elegant Midtown hangout features high, majestic ceilings and a diverse cafe and cocktail selection that will satisfy all of your daily beverage cravings.

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11. Madison Square Terrace
at the Wyndham Garden Hotel Times Square S.

Get acquainted with the beautiful Manhattan skyline from the Madison Square Terrace rooftop bar at the Wyndham Times Square. Located 10-floors above the busy Midtown streets, the Madison Square Terrace offers a full bar, a delicious small-plate menu, and some of the most serene views of NYC.

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Pacha Club boasts a 3,500-square-foot wooden dance floor

Pacha Club boasts a 3,500-square-foot wooden dance floor

The New York Nightlife Scene and Things To Do at Night in NYC!

We’ve all heard that New York is the city that never sleeps – and it’s true! If hitting the town, checking out the clubs, seeing the lights in Times Square, or just hanging out at a great lounge or bar is your thing, then NYC can deliver. There are hundreds of restaurants that have bars and lounges for early evening entertainment and hundreds more pubs and bars in New York (especially Manhattan) that are open deep into the night. New York’s club scene is broad and varied and is led by Webster Hall in the East Village – one of New York City’s most popular nightclubs featuring five (yes FIVE) dance floors, live music, famous DJs, and an iconic history of entertainers (our nightlife tip is to buy tickets early as this is a hot place to hang out, dance, and party).

Another way to spend the night is dinner and live music at a New York jazz club like Cleopatra’s Needle on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. If you’re into laughing (let’s hope so) then New York boasts some of the best comedians and comedy clubs in the world such as the Broadway Comedy Club, Caroline’s on Broadway, World Comedy Club in Manhattan's Midtown West, Dangerfield’s, and the NY Comedy Club where "Laughter is an instant vacation!" Yes, most have a two drink minimum but that’s nothing compared to the quality of entertainment.

If you’re looking for NYC concert tickets, entertainers or other things to do at night in NYC then check out our up to date NYC events calendar.

Clubs and Nightlife in NYC

Some of the best clubs in the world can be found in New York City. One famous NYC nightclub is Pacha Club NY. Located in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of Midtown Manhattan, Pacha Club boasts a 3,500-square-foot wooden dance floor and four stylishly decorated floors with large open spaces and intimate seating coves. Notable attractions at this popular club in NYC include Pacha's famous shower booths, where bikinied girls dance under colored LED lights, and the jet-setting celebrities who people the ultra-exclusive mezzanine floor.

Another popular NYC club is Marquee NYC. This trendy nightclub in NYC evokes the elegant sophistication of an old-fashioned gentlemen's club with its scuptural glasswear, custom-made ice buckets, 42-foot vaulted ceiling, and 35-foot "wishbone" staircase. With a maximum capacity of just 600 people, Marquee NY is the perfect size for an NYC nightclub, neither too big nor too small.

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Manhattan Inn Piano Bar is a cool and quirky NYC piano bar located in the Greenpoint neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Manhattan Inn Piano Bar is a cool and quirky NYC piano bar located in the Greenpoint neighborhood of Brooklyn.

NYC Nightlife - The Best Bars in NYC

Looking for cool bars in NYC? We've got you covered! Check out these trendy NYC bars with live music and bar food. They're two of the best bars in New York City!

  • Manhattan Inn Piano Bar NYC: Founded in 2009 by Brooke Baxter and Rolyn Hu, Manhattan Inn Piano Bar is a cool and quirky NYC piano bar located in the Greenpoint neighborhood of Brooklyn. This popular NY piano bar offers live music seven nights a week and a full bar that serves quality small plates and full-course meals.
  • Le Poisson Rouge NYC: Founded by musicians on the former site of the Village Gate, Le Poisson Rouge is one of the best places to see live music in NYC. This cool NYC bar features a 28' x 21' fixed corner stage, a 23'-diameter hardwood dance floor, and flexible event space that can seat 250 and stand 700. Aside from signature NY cocktails like the Garfunkel and the Pumpkin King, Le Poisson Rouge serves delicious small plates like quesadillas, nachos, and pizza.