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N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots
Top of The Standard is one of N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots.

1. Top of The Standard

8.8
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Roof Deck · Meatpacking District · 313 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: Get an ego check at this rooftop hot spot, which boastsone of the toughest doors in N.Y.C. If you do make it onto the 18th floor,check out the bathrooms—for the amazing views of lower Manhattan.

La Esquina is one of N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots.

2. La Esquina

8.6
114 Kenmare St (at Lafayette St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · SoHo · 723 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: This haute Mexican eatery is harder to get into than Harvard, having built a rep around fancy tequilas and ceviche. Can't snag abooth? The no-frills, street-level taqueria can sate your wounded ego.

Provocateur is one of N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots.

3. Provocateur

18 9th Ave (btwn Gansevoort & W 13th St), New York, NY
Night Club · Meatpacking District · 52 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: Everything is hot about this newish spot, from the waitresses(their uniforms are designed by Rag & Bone) to the locale (the lush lounge has a garden). And if you can get in, you're probably hot too.

The Rose Bar is one of N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots.

4. The Rose Bar

New York (Lexington Ave Between 21st and 22nd St), New York, NY
Night Club · Gramercy Park · 127 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: Feeling ambitious? Try getting into the Gramercy Park Hotel'suber-exclusive hangout, where Warhols adorn the walls. If you succeed, $19martinis (and bragging rights) await you.

Avenue is one of N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots.

5. Avenue

116 10th Ave (btwn 17th & 18th St), New York, NY
Night Club · Chelsea · 67 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: Want chicken with your Gaga? This megaclub serves a full international-themed menu, so you can't blame an empty stomach for feeling a few butterflies when you spot stars like Chace Crawford.

Le Bain is one of N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots.

6. Le Bain

8.9
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Night Club · Meatpacking District · 347 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: Just steps from the Boom Boom Room, a 4-ft.-deep rooftop pool welcomes the scantily-clad, while AstroTurf pads well-heeled feet. Tip: Forgot your suit? Buy a bikini at the vending machines.

Kenmare is one of N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots.

7. Kenmare

98 Kenmare St (btw Mulberry and Lafayette Sts.), New York, NY
Lounge · NoLita · 41 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: This hangout from the impresarios behind the exclusive Rose Bar and Beatrice Inn is becoming a privileged pilgrimage of hip Manhattanites looking for a bite. Wear your best; it's all about the scene.

M-2 Lounge is one of N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots.

8. M-2 Lounge

530 W 28th St (btwn 10th & 11th Ave), New York, NY
Night Club · Chelsea · 18 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: Studio 54 may be gone, but classic clubland style lives on at this ultralounge. With glass-walled staircases and crystal chandeliers, M2 is so blinged-out that even Mariah Carey parties here.

Castor & Pollux is one of N.Y.C.'s Hottest Spots.

9. Castor & Pollux

238 W 10th St (btw Hudson & Bleecker), New York, NY
Fashion Accessories Store · West Village · 8 tips and reviews