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New York,
by the glass

Grand rooms, neighborhood corners, and a skyline worth staying for.

Start with Swan Room and Little Ned, then explore by the kind of evening you want. The full guide brings together landmark hotel bars, neighborhood rooms, and an Italian wine stop.

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Where to begin

Two rooms, two kinds of night

Swan Room pairs elegance with standout cocktails. Little Ned brings a relaxed, versatile evening to NoMad.

The vaulted Swan Room at Nine Orchard
For the occasion Dimes Square

Swan Room

An elegant room, engaging bartenders and an espresso martini that earns a place at the center of the evening.

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Little Ned at The Ned NoMad
For a corner of the city NoMad

Little Ned

Good cocktails, a bustling room and seating to suit dates, friends or drinks before and after dinner.

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The full guide

Every New York profile

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Dandelion
Standalone bar West Village

Dandelion

A moody West Village lounge with a warm welcome, comfortable seating and cocktails worth another round.

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King Cole Bar at The St. Regis New York
Hotel bar Midtown East

King Cole Bar

The St. Regis New York

The mural steals the show, while signature cocktails and friendly service reward a longer stay in this lively Midtown institution.

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Little Ned at The Ned NoMad
Hotel bar NoMad

Little Ned

The Ned NoMad

Upscale cocktails and relaxed seating at The Ned NoMad, with room for dates, friends and an evening that can stay flexible.

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Nubeluz at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad
Hotel bar NoMad

Nubeluz

The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad

A high floor José Andrés lounge with broad Manhattan views, theatrical drinks, and the planning demands of a true skyline destination.

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Swan Room at Nine Orchard
Hotel bar Dimes Square

Swan Room

Nine Orchard

An elegant room at Nine Orchard with engaging bartenders, precise gin martinis and a standout espresso martini.

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The Bar at The Clocktower at The New York EDITION
Hotel restaurant bar NoMad

The Bar at The Clocktower

The New York EDITION

A gold leaf bar inside The Clocktower, surrounded by portrait lined dining rooms and the ceremonial feel of the former Metropolitan Life tower.

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The Bowery Lobby at The Bowery Hotel
Hotel bar Bowery

The Bowery Lobby

The Bowery Hotel

A sophisticated library mood, good classics and friendly bartenders make this small bar a date spot before or after dinner. Come early for a seat.

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The Crosby Bar at Crosby Street Hotel
Hotel bar SoHo

The Crosby Bar

Crosby Street Hotel

Color, daylight, and a garden terrace make this Firmdale room an unusually flexible SoHo stop from breakfast through a late drink.

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The Portrait Bar at The Fifth Avenue Hotel
Hotel bar NoMad

The Portrait Bar

The Fifth Avenue Hotel

A maximalist, intimate room where distinctive cocktails and warm, engaged staff make a strong case for a date after dinner.

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TY Bar at Four Seasons Hotel New York
Hotel bar Midtown East

TY Bar

Four Seasons Hotel New York

A soaring Four Seasons lounge for classic New York hotel polish, afternoon meetings, and a deliberate Three Martini Lunch.

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About this guide

Organized around your evening.

Profiles bring together Miles for Martinis reporting and official venue information. Choose by room, atmosphere, and the kind of night you want.

Booking links and planning notes help with the next step. Confirm hours, access, and policies directly with the venue before traveling.

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