The Absolute Best Nightclubs And Lounges In New York City
You may have heard that New York City nightlife is dead, but don’t be fooled—the party goes on. In fact, according to the first-ever economic impact study of local nightlife released earlier this year by the New York Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, nightlife in the city is growing faster than the rest of the overall economy, with jobs and wages up by annual rates of 5 and 8 percent, respectively.
Sure, much of this has to do with the expanding definition of nightlife: it’s not just DJ-driven clubs, but also late-night restaurants, cocktail bars, and after-hours sports and recreation. But there’s also something to be said for how diverse, both in genre and geography, the NYC nightlife experience has become. Whether you’re looking to stunt with sparklers and bottle service or dance the night away in an underground warehouse, you’ll surely find what you’re after once the sun goes down.