Belle Reve is a sort of bar/gastropub that's known to turn into a full on party from time to time. The food is good, but the partying is better.

A classic dive on the Lower East Side, 169 Bar is always a fun choice.

Baby’s is one of our favorite bars in Williamsburg. It’s a great option if you’re looking for live music, light snacks, or a bottomless brunch.

Broken Shaker is a rooftop bar on top of the Freehand Hotel in Kips Bay.

If you want to drink craft beer and play a video game, go to Barcade. They have three locations in NYC and a ton of vintage arcade games.

Faces and Names is one of your only options for a decent bar in the mid 50s.