Scope out the secret bookshelf at Chez Moi in Brooklyn Heights and follow the staircase to this basement lounge inspired by Marie Antoinette. Read more.
Nestled beneath Coco & Cru, this bar beneath Broadway bar serves fun cocktails and tasty bar bites to wile away the long, chilly nights. The bar rocks a nice foosball table, too. Read more.
Pull back the velvet curtain and descend into a 16th-century style British pub decked out in tons of wood, a low ceiling and a mock fireplace. Read more.
Beneath Williamsburg's living room-esque restaurant Rye is a sister bar decked out in rustic wood panels reminiscent of a cozy cabin in the woods. The restaurant's known for its aged Old Fashioneds. Read more.
It's both a welcome respite from the insanity of NYU land and also chilly weather and blustery winds. Their seasonal menu's got belly warming cocktails like the Conflict Mint ($15). Read more.
This spot is dedicated to the delightful effervescence of sparkling wines. The "underground champagne parlor" is quite small, with just 16 seats for sampling their selection of bubblies. Read more.
This 7th street standby welcomes adventurous beer drinkers and anyone who just likes a pint in a casual, convivial environment. Read more.
This Upper West Side date spot embodies the epitome of romance. Rose petals, candlelight and cushions for canoodling spell a winner for twosomes looking to kindle some quality time. Read more.
There are classics like Old Fashioneds and Martinis. Before descending into drunkenness, try one of their bar snacks, like the mac n' cheese bites and a smoked fish dip served with Ritz crackers. Read more.
