The Eagle
Chelsea’s number-one spot for Levis, leather and lust!554 W 28th St, between Tenth and Eleventh Aves, Chelsea (646-473-1866)
The Ritz
The perfect spot for a pre or post-theater cocktail, right on Restaurant Row.369 W 46th St, between Eighth and Ninth Aves, Midtown West, (212-333-2554)
Therapy
The slick midtown hang has comedy, musical shows and fierce cocktails.348 W 52nd St, between Eighth and Ninth Aves, Midtown West, (212-397-1700)
G Lounge
The original sleek lounge is still going strong, with great DJs, drinks and hotties.225 W 19th St, between Seventh and Eighth Aves, Chelsea, (212-929-1085)
The Cock
Sleazy fun reigns at this East Village fave.29 Second Ave, between 1st and 2nd Sts, East Village (212-777-6254)
HK Lounge
High ceilings, low banquettes and great drinks are what you’ll find here, attached to the beloved HK eatery. H.K., 523 Ninth Ave at 39th St, Midtown West (212-947-4208)
Gym Bar
The one and only gay sports bar broadcasts everything from football to ice dancing.167 Eighth Ave between 18th and 19th Sts; (212-337-2439)
Barracuda
The homey hole in the wall is a Chelsea staple.275 W 22nd St, between Seventh and Eighth Aves, Chelsea, (212-645-8613)
Splash
More like a small nightclub, this is the spot to find top-notch Circuit DJs, hot shirtless bartenders and hotties packing the dancefloor.50 W 17th St between Sixth and Seventh Aves, Chelsea (212-691-0073)
The Monster
Old-school fun is here every night at the piano bar, big-ass bar and intimate basement dance club.80 Grove St at Seventh Ave South, West Village (212-924-3558)
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I can't wait for my next visit. I only have 4 of 10 checked off: The Eagle, Therapy, Gym Bar, Splash. The Eagle is a necessity whenever I'm up there (hello second floor!), but from what I hear I need to make that true of The Cock as well. :)
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