The staff is young and comely; the Middle Eastern pop music on the stereo is loud and fast. And just when you think a belly dancer is the only thing missing, voila: A scantily-clad woman comes gyrating into the room.Directions F at Second Ave.

“You need to make an appointment” This place is so protective of its exclusivity that you can only get in with an appointment.They currently work with members system and upon paying a membership fee you can come in any night based on availability. There is no cocktail menu. A waiter would come to your table and ask you what kind of flavor would you like to enjoy today. ...

You will not bump into anyone famous but for an evening of fun with friends, the roomy hotel lobby offers a nice scene.It is the kind of place that you cannot go wrong if your expectations are reasonable.Remember that there is a life beyond the river…Directions1 to Franklin StA, C, E to Canal St HoursSun-Wed 7am-1amThu-Sat 7am-4am

The large, dark lounge is cozied up with couches, armchairs and Moroccan carpets,while cork walls with professional rock and roll photographs lend a slight edge.Expensively clad clientele hold quiet conversations, and servers manage to deliver drinks in revealing black uniforms.An extensive collection of fine whiskeys and cordials is offered alongside specialty cocktails.DirectionsB, Q at 57th ...

“For a late drink with good and loud music” Located in the basement of the W Hotel in Union Square, the Underbar is a nice and trendy lounge featuring good musicand a friendly crowd.It is on the young side (mid twenties) but always getting lively around 10.30pm.If you are a little group, try the booths on the side.Directions4, 5, 6; N, R; L at 14th St-Union Sq HoursMon-Tue 5pm-3amWe...