420
420 Amsterdam Avenue (at West 80th Street)
New York, NY 10024
212-579-8450
420 Bar and Lounge is in the heart of Manhattan's Upper West Side. Praised by Zagat's as well as thousands of patrons and numerous celebrities, this two-floor hip spot boasts a "loungey" upstairs and a "steamy" downstairs. (Source: CitySearch.com)
Stand Up NY
236 West 78th Street
New York NY 10024
212-595-0850
This handsomely appointed 176-seat club offers stand-up comics, many who've been on Letterman, Leno, HBO, Showtime, and Comedy Central. A well-balanced blend of aggression, wit, and chattiness...brings to NY a headliner format that has proven successful in other parts of the country. (Source: StandUpNY.com, The New York Times)
Smoke
2751 Broadway
New York NY 10025
212-864-6662
Smoke has augmented its reputation as one of Manhattan's most distinguished jazz venues with an addition very uncommon to jazz clubs -- great food. Smoke serves innovative American Bistro fare developed by critically acclaimed executive chef/consultant Patricia Williams. The menu features aged, steakhouse-quality, 14-oz. prime steaks, and a skillfully assembled and popular wine list. Another representative customer favorite is the lemon and thyme-infused, oven-roasted chicken served with Yukon Gold mashed potatoes and roasted carrots. Smoke's knowledgeable and unobtrusive wait staff helps to ensure a memorable dining experience. (Source: Yahoo.com)