The Art of Drinking: Five Bars Near NYC Museums
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After you visit P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center, have a contemporary cocktail at Dutch Kills.
Perhaps one of the greatest rainy day activities in NYC is a tour of its museums–not only do they have some of the best collections in the world, but they constantly host new, awe-inspiring exhibits as well. Even if you have lived in NYC your entire life, there is always something new to see at a museum. But all of that walking and visual interpretation can get exhausting–here’s where to unwind with an artful cocktail:
Bar Pleiades: In between both the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this high-design bar at the recently renovated Surrey Hotel fits in with the posh Upper East Side. Settle into the Coco Chanel-inspired bar and toast a “Beijing Mule” (roasted Asian pear-infused vodka, yuzu juice, saffron-infused simple syrup, and house-made ginger beer, $15) in a white-quilted private booth. 20 E. 76th St.
Parlor Steakhouse: A few blocks east of the Guggenheim Museum, Parlor Steakhouse is not only known for its porterhouse steaks and raw bar, but the bar offers an expansive wine list and a creative cocktail menu too. The modern-chic atmosphere here is a welcoming mix of trendy and relaxing–perfect for unwinding after a day at the museum. 1600 3rd Ave.
The Bar Room: If you’re visiting the Museum of Modern Art, you won’t have to go far to find a delectable drink and bite. The Bar Room, the front room at The Modern, the fine dining restaurant at MoMA, is a Midtown oasis. Enter through a sleek hallway to a dim, airy and (obviously) modern lounge. 9 W. 53rd St.
Dutch Kills: Venturing to Long Island City to scope P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center? While you’re in the Queens ‘hood, you won’t want to miss this speakeasy-style lounge down the street featuring cocktails from some of the city’s top mixologists. The menu changes often, but the drinks are $10 each–a bargain considering the Milk & Honey ownership. 27-24 Jackson Ave., Long Island City.
Shalel Lounge: Although this Moroccan cocktail lounge is almost 10 blocks from the American Museum of Natural History, it’s truly one of the few bars in the area that doesn’t cater to the rowdy college pub scene. If you’re in the mood for a relaxed, romantic atmosphere where you can sip wine or cocktails in a candlelit nook, Shalel Lounge is a gem in the rough. It’s also near Lincoln Center if you’re making your way to the opera, ballet, or a film for a cultural-filled day. 65 W. 70th St.
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