Compass: The nautical-themed bar is right at the western edge of the neighborhood, and has gorgeous views of the Hudson River to go along with cheap beers and hand-selected tunes from the old jukebox.
636 Hudson St (btwn Jane St & Horatio St), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · West Village · 64 tips and reviews
Compass: The West Village outpost of Bar and Books has a posh selection of literature, an astute whiskey menu, and a long list of cigars. Celebrities stop in from time to time to enjoy a 60-year-old scotch.
733 Washington St (btwn Bank and Bethune St), New York, NY
Bar · West Village · 52 tips and reviews
Compass: During the day, Automatic Slims is a casual eatery known for its burgers, but when the sun sets the party starts. Patrons rock out to the oldies and turn the restaurant into a dance floor.