Smart Cocktails in NYC
The Raines Law Room is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

1. The Raines Law Room

9.2
48 W 17th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · Union Square · 336 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: lovely prohibition era style speakeasy. Ring the doorbell, sit back and relax with some amazing cocktails. Very convenient location for meeting up with friends.

Little Branch is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

2. Little Branch

8.9
20 7th Ave S (at Leroy St), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · West Village · 336 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: a hidden bar in the west village that is great for an intimate rendezvous, date, or small gathering of friends. Love the gin cocktails here.

Submercer is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

3. Submercer

7.7
147 1/2 Mercer St. (at Prince St.), New York, NY
Club nocturno · SoHo · 18 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: put on your sunday best and head to this hotspot in Soho. Be warned, the space is often rented out for private parties.

The Summit Bar is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

4. The Summit Bar

8.5
133 Avenue C (btwn E 8th & E 9th St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Alphabet City · 204 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: You must order the "say hello to my little friend". Damn!

Milk & Honey is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

5. Milk & Honey

30 E 23rd St, New York, NY
Bar clandestino · Flatiron District · 144 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Just let the mixologists work their magic. No menu here, and that's what's great about it. Just tell them the flavors you like. The housemade ginger beer kicks some butt.

6. White Star

21 Essex St (btwn Hester & Canal), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Chinatown · 25 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: tip #1, you have to try the absinthe here. tip #2, remember that they focus on spirits here so no mixed drinks!

Madam Geneva is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

7. Madam Geneva

4 Bleecker St (at Bowery), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · NoHo · 127 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: for gin lovers, can't imagine a better place to go for a cocktail in NYC if you are a gin aficionado.

PDT (Please Don't Tell) is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

8. PDT (Please Don't Tell)

8.3
113 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 1st Ave & Avenue A), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · East Village · 439 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Benton's Old Fashioned. By far my favorite drink. Also must order the chang dog with the tots. Delicious.

Brandy Library is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

9. Brandy Library

8.9
25 N Moore St (at Varick), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Tribeca · 170 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: A selection of over 100 brandies from around the world, including some exclusives. I enjoyed the old fashioned here.

The Bourgeois Pig is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

10. The Bourgeois Pig

127 Macdougal St (btwn W 3rd & 4th St), New York, NY
Bar de vinos · Greenwich Village · 144 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: all cocktails are wine, beer, or champagne based. Don't forget the fondue. FYI, there is a drink served in a snifter that has chocolate, port and milk as ingredients. Divine.

Death & Co. is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

11. Death & Co.

8.9
433 E 6th St (btwn 1st Ave & Ave A), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · East Village · 394 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: wicked combination of atmosphere, cocktails and yes, bar snacks!

Lantern's Keep is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

12. Lantern's Keep

7.9
49 W 44th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Midtown East · 108 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Order the mexican bouquet. No, i'm not recommending it because I'm Mexican! The mixture of rose with tequila was magical.

The Stanton Social is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

13. The Stanton Social

99 Stanton St (btwn Orchard & Ludlow St), New York, NY
Salón · Lower East Side · 388 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: go upstairs for some thirst quenching cocktails!

Pegu Club is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

14. Pegu Club

77 W Houston St (at W Broadway), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Greenwich Village · 303 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: What I love about this bar is that each customer can adjust there drink to suite their own taste/palate.

Angel’s Share is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

15. Angel’s Share

8 Stuyvesant St (at E 9th St & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · East Village · 493 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: if you love whisky, do yourself a favor and pay a visit!

Back Room is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

16. Back Room

8.1
102 Norfolk St (btwn Delancey & Rivington St), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · Lower East Side · 204 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Booze in teacups, the attention to detail at this gem in the east village is unrivaled. A great way to enjoy an evening in style.

Employees Only is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

17. Employees Only

8.9
510 Hudson St (at Christopher St), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · West Village · 512 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: the daiquiris here are tops!

Apothèke is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

18. Apothèke

8.7
9 Doyers St (btwn Pell St & Bowery), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Chinatown · 433 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: farm to bar, all drinks made with organic and local ingredients! Yes, I'm impressed.

Flatiron Lounge is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

19. Flatiron Lounge

37 W 19th St (btwn 5th & 6th St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Flatiron District · 145 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The bar has been around for ages, and the cocktails are consistently excellent. Cocktails made with Hibiscus?! Thumbs up.

Mulberry Project is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

20. Mulberry Project

149 Mulberry St (btwn Grand & Hester St), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · Little Italy · 225 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: great spot for an early drink, as it is a very small space and the later it gets the less space avalaible. One of the few great speakeasies in NYC with mind blowing food to match.

Rye House is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

21. Rye House

11 W 17th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Union Square · 231 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The Rye Tai will send you into a spirits coma. WOW.

22. Smith & Mills

8.6
71 N Moore St (btw Greenwich & Hudson), New York, NY
Restaurante americano · Tribeca · 147 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: A memorable dark and stormy. Not a bad idea to stick around and dine here as well.

Lovers of Today is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

23. Lovers of Today

8.5
132 1/2 E 7th St (near Ave A), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Alphabet City · 116 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: a very chill spot to sip a cocktail and enjoy a night out with friends without any drama.

The Cabin Down Below is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

24. The Cabin Down Below

6.0
110 Avenue A Bsmt (at E 7th St), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · Alphabet City · 37 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: plenty of other legit cocktails spots in the area if you can't get through the front door!

Bathtub Gin is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

25. Bathtub Gin

8.6
132 9th Ave (btwn W 18th & W 19th St), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · Chelsea · 306 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: many cocktails available that aren't on the menu, and the gin cocktails here are awesome. Definitely a destination for gin lovers.

PKNY (Painkiller) is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

26. PKNY (Painkiller)

49 Essex St (at Grand St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Lower East Side · 84 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: tiki drinks, tropical vibe, crazy drinks with the nostalgic umbrella garnish :)

Jacques1534 is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

27. Jacques1534

20 Prince St (btwn Elizabeth & Mott St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · NoLita · 69 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The Saigon Folly: the only time I have ever tried pepper infused gin. Brilliant drink.

Hotel Chantelle is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

28. Hotel Chantelle

7.3
92 Ludlow St (btwn Delancey & Broome St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Lower East Side · 239 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The Kir Yvette, a memorable drink :)

Hotel Griffou is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

29. Hotel Griffou

21 W 9th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Bar · Greenwich Village · 47 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The dirty martini is one of the best I've had in the city. Meal in a glass.

The Tippler is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

30. The Tippler

8.1
425 W 15th St (btwn 9th & 10th Ave), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Chelsea · 253 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Why do I love the Tippler? The best happy hour. Meatpacking District location without the pretention. Great beer and cocktails. That is all. :)

Beauty & Essex is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

31. Beauty & Essex

8.6
146 Essex St (btwn Stanton & Rivington St), New York, NY
Restaurante de tapas · Lower East Side · 579 tips y reseñas
Booker and Dax at Ssäm is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

32. Booker and Dax at Ssäm

207 2nd Ave (at E 13th St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · East Village · 150 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: My home away from home. Kick ass mixology and Momofuku eats to satisfy your craving just in case you get hungry. Some of the best cocktails in NYC!

Mother's Ruin is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

33. Mother's Ruin

8.5
18 Spring St (btwn Mott & Elizabeth St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · NoLita · 328 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Kick ass cocktail menu, leads to multiple drinks and ultimate ruin. And yet I keep going back.

Pouring Ribbons is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

34. Pouring Ribbons

225 Avenue B Fl 2 (btwn 13th & 14th St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Alphabet City · 180 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Good things come to those who fraternize with the doorman.

Amor y Amargo is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

35. Amor y Amargo

8.9
443 E 6th St (at Avenue A), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · East Village · 204 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Love that they make their own bitters!

Experimental Cocktail Club is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

36. Experimental Cocktail Club

191 Chrystie St (btwn Rivington & Stanton), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Lower East Side · 102 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Uh yeah, they friggin make their own carbonated alcoholic drinks. Why wouldn't you come here?!

Cienfuegos is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

37. Cienfuegos

95 Avenue A (E 6th St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · East Village · 217 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Who doesn't love cocktails that make you sweat?!

The Wayland is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

38. The Wayland

8.9
700 E 9th St (at Avenue C), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Alphabet City · 283 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Kale Margarita: surprisingly good!

Ninth Ward is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

39. Ninth Ward

180 2nd Ave (btwn E 11th & E 12th St), New York, NY
Bar · East Village · 140 tips y reseñas

Kyle H.Kyle Harder: Fireball bottle is full here. Sign of a good bartender.

The Wren is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

40. The Wren

8.4
344 Bowery (at Great Jones St), New York, NY
Gastropub · NoHo · 219 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Had an awesome olive brine cocktail here that the bartender made just for me. Score!

Refinery Hotel is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

41. Refinery Hotel

8.6
63 W 38th St, New York, NY
Hotel · Garment District · 47 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Off the radar, and kick ass cocktails on the roof!

Barley & Grain is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

42. Barley & Grain

421 Amsterdam Ave (Between 80th St & 81st St), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Upper West Side · 30 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: finally a bar that serves proper cocktails on the UWS.

The Rum House is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

43. The Rum House

8.7
228 W 47th St (btwn 8th Ave & Broadway), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Theater District · 188 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Stark and Dormy. Say it ten times fast.

American Whiskey is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

44. American Whiskey

7.3
247 W 30th St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Chelsea · 69 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: A sign of what's to come in this up and coming area. Just wait until Hudson Yards is finished! Great place to calm thyself after dealing with the horror of Penn Station.

Bar Naná is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

45. Bar Naná

63 Gansevoort St (at 9th Ave), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · West Village · 10 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Just opened a week ago, formerly Double 7. Shout out to Steve Lewis at BlackBook: thanks for the heads up :)

Bemelmans Bar is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

46. Bemelmans Bar

9.1
35 E 76th St (at Madison Ave), New York, NY
Bar de hotel · Upper East Side · 130 tips y reseñas

Tiffany & CoTiffany & Co: This is the real thing. A place for Gotham insiders. Gold leaf ceilings and enchanting murals by Madeline author and illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans. Arrive by 8pm and take a small table near the piano.

The Oak Room at The Plaza Hotel is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

47. The Oak Room at The Plaza Hotel

8.2
10 Central Park S (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Bar de hotel · Midtown East · 66 tips y reseñas

Ramp CreativeRamp Creative: One of our favorite places in NYC, not just for the historic atmosphere, innovative food or the classic drinks; but also for the great branding done by Michael Beirut and Pentagram. Nice details. Leer más.

Ward III is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

48. Ward III

111 Reade St (btwn W Broadway & Church St), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Tribeca · 191 tips y reseñas

Gary J. N.Gary J. Nix: Who woulda thunk that, in TriBeCa, there would be a place this cool with drinks this good. Get a custom drink, or the correct term is "bespoke cocktail." Nonetheless, get two of em!

Weather Up is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

49. Weather Up

8.7
159 Duane St (btwn Hudson St. & W Broadway), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Tribeca · 82 tips y reseñas

My Damn ChannelMy Damn Channel: Whatever's special on the menu or a classic cocktail. Admire your ice cubes.. go on, DO IT!

Maison Premiere is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

50. Maison Premiere

9.1
298 Bedford Ave (btwn S 1st & Grand St), Brooklyn, NY
Marisquería · Williamsburg · 447 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: I know there's a menu full of seafood up in here, but the cocktails make me want to submit to a permanent liquid diet.

The Ginger Man is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

51. The Ginger Man

11 E 36th St (btwn Madison & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Garment District · 323 tips y reseñas
Manhattan Cricket Club is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

52. Manhattan Cricket Club

226 W 79th St (btwn Broadway & Amsterdam), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · Upper West Side · 46 tips y reseñas
Wallflower is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

53. Wallflower

235 W 12th St (at Greenwich Ave), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · West Village · 99 tips y reseñas
The Garret is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

54. The Garret

8.1
296 Bleecker St (above Five Guys), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · West Village · 148 tips y reseñas
The Butterfly is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

55. The Butterfly

225 W Broadway (at Franklin St.), New York, NY
Bar de cócteles · Tribeca · 56 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: For those of you that work in West Soho (like me), perfect place to tie one on after work.

The Garret is one of Smart Cocktails in NYC.

56. The Garret

8.1
296 Bleecker St (above Five Guys), New York, NY
Bar clandestino · West Village · 148 tips y reseñas

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: Why would I want to hit up a secret bar above a burger joint in the village? -Said no one. Ever.