Minnesota's seems like it landed in the wrong state, but no one on Long Island is complaining... live music or karaoke entertainment and an outdoor deck where food is served all summer long draw crowds. The restaurant, cooking up seafood & specials every day, becomes a 21 and over nightspot after 10 p.m. Energetic live performances, top 40 tracks, dance & house, rock music, ladies' night, and a fabulous atmosphere make this restaurant and club an excellent place to have fun.
Principally a live music venue, The Long Beach Inn devotes plenty of energy to creating a wonderful concert schedule for music enthusiasts on Long Island, with great results. Special nights all week long tempt guests to satisfy their hunger at the restaurant - try Taco Tuesday - or dance to DJ mixes and happy hour acoustic sets before enjoying performances by great East Coast bands. See website for details and photo galleries.
The Dead Rabbit has been lauded for being one of the best bars in the city. This sophisticated Irish pub-meets-classy cocktail lounge has something for everyone, be it the stellar selection of craft beers in the taproom, vintage cocktails in the parlor, or festive bands and DJs featured weekly. Hungry crowds can choose between elevated bar snacks like cheese and charcuterie plates or heartier dishes like the Classic Burger. Experience the flow of conversation among fashionable guests on the first and second floors of The Dead Rabbit, or book the top floor for a private event.
Ear Inn is one of the oldest bars in the city. The establishment is a relic of yesteryear, replete with old jugs that date back to the 1800s and memorabilia that is strewn throughout the space. Originally a watering hole for sailors, this eccentric bar is riddled with several ghost stories, making it something of a local legend. The kitchen offers the usual American pub fare with a few brews on tap. A true New York City bar, this is a great place to hang out with friends and enjoy a few pints.
Located by New Jersey's waterfront, Son Cubano offers its guests a great dining experience by the sparkling waters of the Hudson. At Son Cubano, guests can relish the delectable Cuban fare as they gaze at New York city's spectacular skyline. Weekends is the best time to visit this place; you can unwind at the bar and sway to the gentle beats of the music. You can also drop in on a Sunday to devour on a typical Cuban brunch. Do try out the Mojito: a Cuban classic cocktail. If you are planning to dine in this sophisticated space, remember to leave your sneakers and t-shirts at home.
Experience what it is like being in an Austro-Hungarian beer garden right at the heart of Hoboken, New Jersey. This charming gem of a beer garden is known for its brewery-like ambiance accentuated with large wooden tables, high ceiling hall and small but a vibrant, smoker-friendly garden space. Needless to say, its bar menu has a collection of German beers with as many as 20 draft beers that are directly imported from Germany. It also has a selection of 50 American as well as European beers, much to the delight of even the most discerning beer-lover. If you are in mood for cocktails then the Kolo Klub loft lounge and private event space inside the Pilsener Haus is just the right place to sip on the tasty mixes churned out by the bartenders. As for the food, Pilsener Haus serves traditional European delicacies like grilled sausages, smoked Polish kielbasa and beef burgers, prepared under the guidance of the expert chef Thomas Ferlesch. Its vibrant ambiance is further upheld with the live music events and movie screenings. Be ready to sip on your favorite beer and listen to Gypsy Jazz music in company of your friends. A perfect place for an after-work hangout, walk in here and live the German pub-life.
The charming Rodrigues Coffee House is housed inside the Fordham University, and is run entirely by the student community. As expected, the clientele comprises students mostly however, others stop by too especially during the live concert nights. Call for details on upcoming events.
A restaurant entirely run by students, The Dining Lab at Monroe College offers its patrons a delicious pre-fixe menu at exciting rates! As a part of their curriculum, students at the School of Hospitality Management and the Culinary Arts at Monroe are expected to prepare these meals. In other words, you are guaranteed an A-grade meal! The menu changes often in order to incorporate the finest local and seasonal ingredients and offer meals that are of great quality and taste.
Located in the heart of Harrison, Vinnie's All Star Bar & Grill is a famous hangout spot among the locals. This no frills restaurant has an old school, inviting and a homely vibe. The menu provides a variety of Portuguese and traditional American options. They have some awesome daily specials that is simply delicious and fulfilling. Their Philly Steak wrap, Turkey club sandwich, Chicken parm meal, Pork chops are some of the popular dishes served here that is worth trying.
Galicien beer on tap and Spanish cider as well as wines are served at the roomy bar in front while the dining area at the back is the place for croquetas and caldo Gallego, a pork stew. Galician style empanadas, octopus and Spanish omelettes offer a taste of the traditional cuisine that is truly authentic. Tomino's version of empanadas is served as rectangular pieces of a giant pie filled with chicken or fish.
The Greats of Craft is a lovely neighborhood bar and coffee place that serves a fine selection of fresh brews and beers complemented by quick bites. This beloved hangout place for city locals features beautiful patio seating. You can come here to relish a cup of coffee as you engage in friendly conversation with your friends or even opt for a takeaway option. On hot summer evenings, the cafe seating is packed with locals and you may rarely find a vacant chair.
A popular jazz club, Birdland is dedicated to Charlie Parker, a famed jazz musician nicknamed Bird. Located on West 44th Street, this place is all about soulful jazz music. Well spread with simple decor, the food here is typically spicy Southern cooking. The sirloin steak with gravy and the pork medallions with collared greens are worth trying. Musical greats like John Coltrane, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis and, of course, Charlie Parker have all performed here. All in all, Birdland is a great place for jazz music. The club also features a restaurant and bar, as well as a variety of special events and performances.