NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDES
Hell’s Kitchen Touted as the new Chelsea, Hell’s Kitchen has quickly become one of New York City’s major gay meccas, housing the trendiest gay bars in town. You can dance, flirt or drink at Industry Bar [1] (355 W. 52nd St., industry-bar.com), serving strong drinks, drag divas and upbeat DJs all night long. If modernized versions of traditional cocktails are more your cup of tea vodka, happy hour at Bar-tini Ultra Lounge [2] (642 10th Ave.) offers the best in mixology. Looking for an urban cowboy to call your own? Flaming Saddles Saloon [3] (793 9th Ave., flamingsaddles.com) is where NYC’s broncos go to buck - offering daily drink specials and country classics on the jukebox.
The diversity in Hell’s Kitchen doesn’t end with nightlife; this neighborhood can please even the pickiest of palates with grubberies galore. Vynl [4] (754 9th Ave., vynl-nyc.com) is known for putting its own music-themed spin on classic diner options - try the Sir Elton John cocktail with the Chelsea Boy Special, part of their “Breakfast All Day Menu.” At Ktchn [5] (508 W. 42nd St., ktchnnyc. com) you can get social at their large communal table or comfortable in one of their spacious banquettes all while enjoying modern American cuisine. During lunch, dinner or brunch, 44 & X Hell’s Kitchen [6] (622 10th Ave., 44andx. com) is a great place to enjoy a break from a stressful New York day while indulging in a Tony Award-themed beverage.
New York City may be the city that never sleeps, but when you do, The OUT NYC [7] (510 W. 42nd St., theoutnyc.com) is the place to lay your head. Steps from Times Square, this trendy hotel offers much more than a restful night’s sleep, combining the best of art, nightlife, dining and lodging in one location. Of course, you’ll need something to hang in the closet, so swing by TAGG [8] (720 9th Ave., taggnyc.com) to find something to wear out to play, to a weekend brunch or to work. This men’s boutique features fashion’s most recognized brands and the latest up-and-coming designers.
Map illustration by Tim Paul, www.timpaulillustrations.com
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