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The 5 Most Unique Summer Bars In NYC

The 5 Most Unique Summer Bars In NYC

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Created by Guest of a Guest • Updated On: July 11, 2017

It's nice to shake things up a bit and try some trendy bars that offer a refreshing new experience! Think along the lines of champagne spots and endless Negroni fountains.

Air's Champagne Parlor is one of The 5 Most Unique Summer Bars In NYC.

1. Air's Champagne Parlor

8.3
127 Macdougal St (West 3rd and Washington Square South), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Greenwich Village · 16 tips and reviews

Guest of a GuestGuest of a Guest: They offer an array of French and rosé champagnes, as well as sparkling wines for those of you who are looking to pinch pennies. Read more.

Island Oyster is one of The 5 Most Unique Summer Bars In NYC.

2. Island Oyster

7.6
146 Carder Rd, New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Governors Island · 26 tips and reviews

Guest of a GuestGuest of a Guest: Located on Governor's Island, this eatery is an island escape in itself and boasts a gorgeous view of Manhattan. It's both an oyster bar and a bar-bar. Talk about the best of both worlds! Read more.

Randolph Beer NOLITA is one of The 5 Most Unique Summer Bars In NYC.

3. Randolph Beer NOLITA

343 Broome St (bt Bowery & Elizabeth), New York, NY
Beer Garden · NoLita · 109 tips and reviews

Guest of a GuestGuest of a Guest: They offer an artfully curated selection of some of the best local craft beers, so don't embarrass yourself by asking for Coors Lite. Read more.

Dante at Genuine is one of The 5 Most Unique Summer Bars In NYC.

4. Dante at Genuine

191 Grand St, New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Little Italy · 7 tips and reviews

Guest of a GuestGuest of a Guest: It's an Italian aperitif that consists of gin, vermouth, and Campari. Now that's a public fountain we'd be willing to actually drink out of! Read more.

Rockaway Beach Surf Club is one of The 5 Most Unique Summer Bars In NYC.

5. Rockaway Beach Surf Club

8.9
302 Beach 87th St, Queens, NY
Beach Bar · Hammels · 49 tips and reviews

Guest of a GuestGuest of a Guest: Rockaway Beach Surf Club in Queens offers a beachy experience but with an urban twist. Of course, they offer tacos and tropical drinks, but the surf shack backyard is what you need to see. Read more.