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EXPLORE NYC | | | | | | | 35 E 76th St
New York,
NY
10021
212-744-1600 | | | | | Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. This Madison Avenue piano bar, named after an author of children's literature, attracts a more mature and well-heeled group of clientele than some of the Upper East Side's other nightspots do. Murals from Ludwig Bemelman's depict scenes from "Madeline" and a few of his other stories, adding nice contrast to the bar's "Old New York" atmosphere. Indeed, this place is reminiscent of the city's classic piano bars joints where you could enjoy a good drink and great music in relative peace. TRAIN: 6 to 77th St
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| 131 West 3rd St
New York,
NY
10012-1208
212-475-8592 | | | | | Description: WEST VILLAGE. This is the first name in big-name jazz; a place where all of the greats have graced the stage at some point from B.B. King and Roberta Flack to Manhattan Transfer and Spyro Gyra. A trip to the Blue Note guarantees good jazz in a hip, cosmopolitan atmosphere. Expect to pay steep prices to see top-name performers at this Greenwich Village landmark. Dinner is served nightly before the show, making this an impressive place to take a client or a date. TRAIN: A, B, C, D, F to W 4th St-Washington Sq
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| 116 E 27th St
New York,
NY
10016
212-576-2232 | | | | | Description: GRAMERCY. Snuggled between Park and Lexington Avenues, this jazz club/restaurant combo has garnered a good amount of praise from local critics and discriminating patrons. If you want to hear good jazz, find your way downstairs to the cozy lounge area, which has the ambience of a circa 1920 speakeasy and great acoustics for live music. The upstairs restaurant has a laid-back atmosphere and serves an excellent new American menu that is a big hit with well-heeled locals. TRAIN: 6 to 28th St
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| 1215 1st Ave
New York,
NY
10021
212-439-0660 | | | | | Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. This Irish-style pub tends to get lively at times especially if there is a big boxing match or game on the tube. Indeed, the pub is a safe harbor for sports junkies, who clamor here in the early evening and tend to stay late. Also popular with the neighborhood folk, area business types, and the occasional bartender, O'Flanagan's is the type of place where everybody is welcome and treated the same. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 86th St
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| 204 Varick St
New York,
NY
10014
212-243-4940 | | | | | Description: SOHO. This Latin American dance club, whose abbreviation stands for Sounds of Brazil, is located just on the fringe of SoHo and the West Village. A popular place to shake your money maker, S.O.B.'s is also a good place to hear great live music ranging from reggae and Afropop to samba and Latin R & B. Recent acts have included Brand Nubian, Erykah Badu, and Blackalicious. Patrons love to spend all night here, and who could blame them? The tasty island drinks, the beautiful scenery and the great music make this place hard to leave even if it is early in the morning! Closing hours vary. TRAIN: 1, 9 to Houston St
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| 1359 1st Ave
New York,
NY
10021
212-517-4445 | | | | | Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. Located in what was once the Yorkville Brewery, the Upper East Side's mellow Session 73 lacks the intimacy that you'd expect from a Big Apple jazz/blues club. Nevertheless, this bar does benefit from a laid-back, almost homey atmosphere that is conducive to hearing live blues, funk and jazz. If you want to truly experience the place, eschew the tables so you can saunter up to a seat at the bar. Keep your eyes peeled, as everybody from Derek Jeter to Ben Affleck has been spotted here. TRAIN: 6 to 68th St
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| Swing 46 Jazz and Supper Club349 W 46th St
New York,
NY
10036
212-262-9554 | | | | | Description: HELL'S KITCHEN. The newest dance craze has taken hold at the hippest club located on Restaurant Row. Be ready to dance all night to a live swing band or participate in a free swing lesson, offered nightly. Or bring your tap shoes and dance on Sunday's with Dr. Buster Brown. You will find all ages in this classy 1940s-style club. TRAIN: A, C, E to 42nd St
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| 149 Bleecker St
New York,
NY
10012
212-777-7776 | | | | | Description: WEST VILLAGE. Terra Blues sits between LaGuardia and Thompson, right in the heart of the West Village. This small blues lounge attracts a more well-heeled crowd than most of its counterparts, which is due in part to its romantic, almost adult atmosphere. Enjoy the soulful sounds of traditional blues performers. The best tables are located near the windows, but if you want one you better plan on arriving early. TRAIN: A, C, E, B, D, F, Q to W 4th St
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| Townhouse Bar of New York236 E 58th St
New York,
NY
10001
212-754-4649 | | | | | Description: MIDTOWN EAST. The dress code is strictly enforced in this three-part gay club. In other words, don't bother going if you are dressed casually. You will see more suits than anything else, so look the part if you want to get in. The dark wood and lush fabrics found in these three rooms produce a feeling of quiet elegance. The large and lively piano bar is on the same floor with the front lounge, a casual bar with comfy sofas. Downstairs you will find a quiet atmosphere, better suited for conversation. Cash only policy. TRAIN: N, R to Lexington Ave; 4, 5, 6 to 59th St
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| 55 Christopher St
New York,
NY
10014
212-929-9883 | | | | | Description: WEST VILLAGE. If you can handle the run-down atmosphere of this legendary dive, then you'll be treated to some of the best be-bop jazz in New York. Students and young folks love the low-key vibe and the affordable drink prices, but music lovers of all ages show up to hear jazz guitar greats in action.TRAIN: 1, 9 to Christopher St
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