September 8, 2009

Bar Carrera New York

Simple, cozy, concrete bar with high stools, small Basque plates, and plenty of strawberry sangria.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Late Night, Light Bites

September 8, 2009

Milk & Honey New York

Invite your understated yet well-connected friends to this tiny, hidden cocktail bar that started the speakeasy craze. Only guests with reservations are admitted. Luckily, the once-elusive number has finally gone public.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Classic Cocktails, Hot Date

September 8, 2009

Von New York

Dark wood decor, marble countertops, and low lighting add a European vibe to this laid-back bar, where artsy types sip imported beers and wines by the glass.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Romantic

September 8, 2009

The Otheroom New York

Tiny and dark West Village wine and beer bar serves a low-key crowd of date-nighters and regular ale aficionados.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Laid Back, Romantic

September 8, 2009

The Red Cat New York

Though you’d expect its proximity to galleries to draw an artistic crowd, Jimmy Bradley’s Med-American spot attracts a patronage that’s more dapper than boho cool. Expect thirtysomethings on dates — though the bar is great for flying solo.

  Chelsea, Food & Drink, Romantic, Scenesters

September 8, 2009

Tia Pol New York

  Chelsea, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Brunch

September 8, 2009

Joseph Leonard New York

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Breakfast, Brunch