Chelsea | Bars/Clubs

Jesse Nichols: The backroom by the fireplace is the best!

john clay: trust the wine selections. especially good Spanish and italian wines

Alexis Tirado: If you like soft pretzels, you'll fall in love with the ones served here. #SoFuckingGood

Experiences: Time travel to Sleep No More's eerie-romantic after-hours hang. We can send you in VIP style (reserved table for 6, absinthe punch to go around) & see revivalist jazz of the era. Bring your friends! > Read more.

Sophie Masure: Great place to wait for a table next door at The Meatballs Shop.

Jason Cavallo: Great new wine bar! Wonderful selection of tasty wines and don't pass on the little noshes. Especially the grilled cheese!

Mike Dudas: Ismael, Orhan and Mahmut are the best hosts in Manhattan. Also, get the hummus with Turkish proscuitto

Bing: This awesome, relaxed environment frequently hosts some of the best musicians in the world!” – Andy Grammer

Rich M: One of the best hidden spots. Door is tough but well worth it

Joonbug.com: The feel of an explosive mega-club in a space with a demure decor. Read more.

Chandraisgreat: The bathroom is unisex but surprisingly clean!

Concert Ticket Agency: Manhattan's first bi-level rooftop lounge.Hotel guests have unrestricted access from 5pm to 9:30--after that it's up to the doorman. Good celeb spotting. Fun for after concerts nearby!

Jeremy Le Van: go for the view!

Clint Headley: Good luck getting in. Seriously.

Jaunted: Don't go here unless it's a special party with an open bar. Because otherwise it's just your typical sweaty club packed with out-of-towners.

Jonavennci Divad: I love SL because it's a cool place to party minus all the pretentiousness

Christina Chin: Small club with limited space. Upstairs is even more tiny

Eddie B: Don't come before 1am...