Cultivora's Guide To CMJ

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Manhattan
Abrao 86 East 7th Street abraconyc.com arlenes grocery 95 Stanton Street arlenesgrocery.net Bleecker St Records 239 Bleecker Street Highline Ballroom 431 West 16th Street highlineballroom.com Gramercy Theatre 127 East 23rd Street thegramercytheatre.com The Hoodie Shop 181 Orchard Street thehoodieshop.com Irving Plaza 17 Irving Place irvingplaza.com john varvatos 315 Bowery johnvarvatos.com le poisson rouge 158 Bleecker Street lepoissonrouge.com Loreley 7 Rivington Street loreleynyc.com Longboard Loft 132 Allen Street longboardloftnyc.com Mercury Lounge 217 East Houston Street mercuryloungenyc.com Other Music 15 East 4th Street othermusic.com Pianos 158 Ludlow Street pianosnyc.com SPiN NY 48 East 23rd Street newyork.spingalactic.com
bleeckerstreetrecordsnyc.com
Bowery Ballroom 6 Delancey Street boweryballroom.com Bowery Electric 327 Bowery theboweryelectric.com cake shop 152 Ludlow Street cake-shop.com
Manhattan
subCulture 45 Bleecker Street subculturenewyork.com Sullivan hall 214 Sullivan Street sullivanhallnyc.com Webster Hall 125 East 11th Street websterhall.com
Brooklyn
Brooklyn Brewery 79 North 11th Street brooklynbrewery.com cameo gallery 93 North 6th Street cameony.net glasslands 289 Kent Avenue theglasslands.com Music Hall of Williamsburg 66 North 6th Street
musichallofwilliamsburg.com
Station 166 North 7th Street stationnyc.com Species by the thousands 171 South 4th Street
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New venues are being added every week. For the most updated list of venues, visit:
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The
Fest
11 Welcome to CMJ
An overview of the event that unites artists, industry insiders, and fans.
12 Festivities
Photos from the CMJ Lineup Announcement Party.
13 Playlist
A living playlist to help you make your CMJ schedule
14 Outlast the marathon 17 Industry Insider

The 7 must-know tips for surviving CMJ.
Get the inside scoop from CMJ founder Joanne Abbot Green.
On The Cover:
El Puente AntiSmoking Mural in Williamsburg. Photo by Laura Baker-Finch.
Departments
8 Directors Note 80 On Cultivora.com 81 Masthead
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21 Navigating NYC
Cruise between showcases like a local.
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Around
24 NYU
22 Roaming Restaurants
The 5 best food trucks for lunch on the go.
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Greenwich Village, from Sixth Avenue to Lafayette Street.
77 Venue Index
Get to know CMJs music venues.
32 West Side
West Village, Meatpacking, and Chelsea, west of Sixth Avenue.
41 Lower East Side
Mini Guides
East of Bowery, south of Houston.
50 East Village
South of 14th Street, east of Lafayette.
60 Madison Square Park 26

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Union Square, Flatiron, Gramercy, and NoMad.
68 Williamsburg 45
Chinat own
Across the East River in Williamsburg and Greenpoint.
Note from the Creative Director
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the Cultivora team, I am delighted to introduce the official travel guide for CMJ 2013. This year marks my fifth consecutive CMJ Music Marathon, an annual tradition that Ive come to look forward to. The timing is perfect after the summer festivities, and before the excitement of the holidays which makes October in New York all the more exciting. CMJ sets the tone for the upcoming festival season by introducing the next crop of breakout acts. Artists we saw at CMJ 2012, including DIIV, Icona Pop,
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Deap Vally, and Robert DeLong, later went on to play SXSW and the summer festival circuit. You may not recognize a lot of names on the lineup, but thats the beauty of CMJ: its all about new discoveries. To train for the marathon, a little research will go a long way, and if you need guidance, check out our Playlist, which will be continuously updated as new artists are added to the lineup, or head to Cultivora.com for more preview coverage to help you plan your schedule. If you decide to go into CMJ blindly, trust your curators The Fader, HypeM, Pitchfork, Sounds Australia, and Fools
Gold Records have consistently produced great showcases that breathed new life into my music rotation. One of my favorite parts of CMJ is that it takes place around New York City. Unlike festivals that are limited by their borders, CMJ has none, allowing you to take control and customize your festival experience. It may be a marathon, but youre bound to end up with some down time between panels or showcases, and thats where our guide comes in. New York is the city Cultivora calls home, and this guide is full of our teams tried-and-true favorites. As with last years edition, we selected six central neighborhoods that host most of the CMJ action, color-coded for your convenience. This year, weve also introduced mini guides for Times Square and Chinatown, should you need to recharge before or after showcases in the area. This is also the first time were producing both print and digital editions of the guide. While both contain our top recommendations
around the city, the print edition (available at these locations) fits in your pocket and is more concise, while the digital edition contains more editorial features. We love New York, and we couldnt be more excited to share that with you. We hope you do the same by Instagramming a photo that shows us why you love NYC, with the hashtag #cultivoraCMJ you might even get lucky and win a pair of badges. Happy CMJ!
Marjana Jaidi Founder + Creative Director
The Fest
11 Welcome to CMJ 12 Festivities 13 Playlist 14 Outlast the marathon 17 Industry Insider
Welcome to
October 15-19 New Y ork City
CMJ
aspiring to both. World-renowned speakers lead panels, exhibits, and thon has become one of the most mentor sessions, held in New York important platforms for music disUniversitys Kimmel covery. Bands, fans, and Center, an appropriate industry professionals At A Glance location considering flock to New York City Headquarters: CMJ once stood for for five days and nights NYU Kimmel Center College Music Journal. to promote their music, 60 Washington Sq. South What the showcases discover new acts, and (212) 998-4900 do for music discovery, find the next big thing, the panels do for the respectively. Like Austins Badge Prices: future of the music SXSW, the marathon has Full Badge: $549 industry, and both become a rite of passage Student Badge: $395 have become industry for acts all over the world Website: benchmarks in their and chances are, a band cmj.com/marathon own right. Year after you now love was once a year, CMJ continues to breakout band of CMJ. Twitter: answer the questions, Marathon is not @cmj Wheres the industry employed lightly in heading next? What addition to the nonbusiness models are sustainable? stop showcases featuring over 1,400 and Who will the next big artist be? artists across 80 of the citys best Want the answers for 2014? Join the venues, CMJ hosts a conference for performers, industry execs, and those marathon. Laura Baker-Finch
n its
33 years, CMJ Music Mara-
Festivities
Gearing up for CMJ
CMJ Lineup Announcement
On August 27, CMJ announced their initial lineup with a private party at Bowery Electric in New York Citys East Village. The event featured performances by Magic Man and The Weekend.
Clockwise, from top: Shaun Durkan of The Weekend; photogrpaher Jen Meola; Abe Pedroza; Pedroza performing with The Weekend; CMJ Photography Director Victor Castro; CMJ Marketing Director Amy Hintz, Kelsea Stahler, and Cristina Dennison. Photos by Marjana Jaidi.
Playlist
By Laura Baker-Finch
The best way to get to know the CMJ Music Marathon lineup is to listen & learn.
flock to the city this October. Listen f you thought overlapping sets to it now but make sure you also click at a regular 3-day festival were an follow well continuously update issue, just wait until CMJ. Over 1,400 the playlist as more artists make their bands play across 80 venues all way onto CMJs bill and as we discovday and all night theres a reason er new tracks by those already includthey call it a marathon. Since many ed. Unfortunately, we cant feature of the festivals artists are newcomevery single act, and not for lack of ers, it can be hard to know which trying, trust me. CMJs focus on the showcase to choose over another in up-and-coming means they dont all the war that is creating your sched- have their material available on Spoule. While it helps to trust venues, tify or, as the case is with many interfriends, and curators, Ive found the national acts, not on the US version of best way to decide is to, well, listen the service. to them. Feel free to star or share the Thats why weve released our tracks you like the most, and then CMJ playlist way ahead of schedule; compare the playlist with the festival we want to give you enough time to schedule to create your own Marathon sort through all the artists that will game plan.
Dismemberment Plan at Webster Hall, January 2011. By Stephanie Kimberly
Outlast the
Marathon
Youll need more to survive this marathon than your CMJ badge. These are the 7 must-know tips for the week. By Laura Baker-Finch
Bring a big bag
Whether its the CMJ registration gift bag or your own, a large bag will come in handy for keeping your iPad or notebook for panels, business cards, and a jacket to transition from daytime to nighttime temperatures. Plus, some showcases will be sponsored, and you know what that means free stuff!
Tote bags: Juno Mak for Chapel of Dawn.
Outlast the
Marathon
Arrive Early and Have a Backup Plan
Many CMJ venues are small and tend to fill up quickly, especially when an event is free with an RSVP. Even if you have a badge, you will be turned away at the door if the venue is at capacity. If you dont want to be stranded on the sidewalk after Plan A falls through, keep a festival guide or CMJs mobile app handy so you know where to go next. Every industry player and their mom come to NYC for CMJ. If you are a band or aspiring industry insider, pass out your business cards like candy and make small talk. You never know what opportunities may arise from networking, but dont be too forward save the resume pushing for your next meeting.
Bring Business Cards, Not Resumes
Get Charged
Were huge fans of the Mophie Juice Pack this festival season; Ill choose a battery case over carrying around a charger any day. Between Instagramming your new favorite band to following your Google Maps App to the next event, your phone is bound to die before the last show of the night.
Mophie Juice Pack External Battery Case available at Amazon.
Outlast the
Marathon
Download a Subway App
Both Hop Stop and Google Maps combine subway, bus, and walking directions to get you from Point A to Point B at specific times. Have a few bucks to spend? Download NextStop; it includes real-time arrival estimates. When getting around on public transport is this easy, youll save a fortune avoiding taxis.
Hit the Right Outfit Balance

You want to impress during the daytime panels, but showcases are more casual. To strike the perfect balance, dress nicely and respectably but keep the heels at home if you plan on showcase hopping. Black denim is always a good bet; it can be made to appear like business pants in the day yet pairs well with a leather jacket at night.
Keep our Pocket Guide Handy
Want to share some tapas before heading to Bowery Ballroom? How about lunch near CMJs headquarters? Our pocket travel guide to CMJ has you covered on where to eat, sleep, shop, party, and explore around the Marathons venues in both Manhattan and Brooklyn.
CLICK HERE to find out where to get your free copy of the pocket-sized print edition, or visit cultivora.com/where.
Industry Insider:
Joanne Abbot Green
CMJ Music Marathons founder and executive producer gives us the scoop on the event we all know and love. By Marjana Jaidi
Industry Insider:
1,400 artists. 80 venues. 100,000 music lovers. Its hard
Joanne Abbot Green
to believe that the epic annual event known as CMJ Music Marathon started with two bands in one New York City venue, but thats just a testament to how far its come over the last 30+ years. Joanne Abbot Green started CMJ Music Marathon with the goal of identifying and marketing emerging talent by bringing together the sectors that could make it happen. While CMJ still fulfills this goal, the festival and conference have evolved to stay ahead of the rapidly changing music industry. Read on to find out whats next for CMJ and get her insider tips for navigating the marathon.
to covering professionals -- and their Why did you decide to create CMJ? What did you feel the music industry strategies and objectives -- as it related to new media and opportunities. was lacking? How did CMJ fill that void? What differentiates CMJ from othAt the time there was no music busier music conferences like NMS and ness conference that at the time atSXSW? tracting the various sectors that CMJ Music Marathon is There are two fundamental differences: 1) focused on the the highlight of a yearCMJs one and only identification and marketing of round relationship with focus is emerging music -- from 101 levemerging music all facets of the emergel overviews to deep talent: college raing music industry. dive explorations of dio, independent advanced marketing, retail, and fanpromotion and artist development. 2) zines/independent publications. CMJ Unlike these events and most others, Music Marathon would fill that void. CMJ Music Marathon is the highlight of a year-round relationship with all Have your goals for the conference facets of the emerging music industry evolved since your initial launch? including online publications, social Yes. The music business has radically changed since those first events in the media outreach, and, digital music curation and consultation to large con1980s. CMJ has always attempted to sumer marketers. Upon the last day stay ahead of the curve with regard
Industry Insider:
of CMJ, we dont fold up the tents and say, See you next year. We say, Talk to you on Monday, as we continue our interactions with our business constituencies 24/7/365. Why do you think music festivals are important to the industry? How do you think they help the industry expand? Festivals are great tools because they attract many people in the same place at the same time to enjoy the same great music. In CMJs case, more than 100,000 music fans are being introduced to music curated by us that they have, in all likelihood, never heard before. Its a place where young artists get their first shot and have the best chance to get their career in higher gear. How do you see CMJ growing or evolving in the next 5 years? CMJs success over the next five years must be focused upon providing clarity to its music business professionals and musicians in a completely anarchic and chaotic business. If CMJ can help its constituents navigate the wild west nature of todays business, it will evolve into an even more critical product and service. What is your favorite CMJ memory? Among my greatest memories are two bookends from the very early days to the relative recent past: seeing R.E.M.
Joanne Abbot Green
at the Beacon Theater in 1985 and Band of Horses closing CMJ 2007 at the Bowery Ballroom. There are no doubt hundreds more memorable moments. As the ultimate CMJ insider, what advice do you have for people attending the conference for the first time? Comfortable shoes, hydration, lots of business cards, and a willingness to be adventurous and to attend CMJ shows not featuring the buzz bands of the minute. Youll no doubt be surprised and delighted with what youll find. You graduated from NYUs Music Business program in 1980, and continue to give back to the school by donating 500 badges each year. In this way, your involvement with NYU has come full circle. How else has your connection with NYU impacted CMJ? In addition to hosting the event at NYU and being a guest lecturer at various graduate and undergraduate classes through the years, Ive endeavored to work with multiple organizations including WNYU, MEISA and the professors of Steinhardt and the Clive Davis School. Most recently weve introduced a new program: CMJ Sessions at NYU which enables students at Steinhardt to be part of the A&R, recording and marketing process of an emerging music artist curated by CMJ.
The Guide
21 Navigating NYC 22 Roaming Restaurants 24 NYU 32 West Side 41 Lower East Side 50 East Village 60 Madison Square Park 68 Williamsburg 77 Venue Index
Navigating New York

Cruise from showcase to showcase like an NYC local.
Subway + Bus
The Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) operates an extensive network of subway and bus lines. Subways and most buses operate 24/7 and cost $2.50 per ride. You can buy Metrocards in any amount or, if youre planning to take public transportation at least twice a day, save cash with an Unlimited Ride card ($30/7 days, $112/30 days.)
T axi
Taxis come in two styles: yellow cabs and livery cabs. We highly suggest you take yellow cabs whenever possible. Yellow cabs start at a standard rate of $2.50, and the fare increases by $.50 incrementally. Livery cabs are generally black town cars and rates must be negotiated with the driver before you depart. If you decide to take a livery cab, make sure that its marked with a New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission license.
Citi bike
Citi Bike, NYCs bike share system, provides an efficient, eco-friendly way to zip around the city. Passes ($10/24 hours, $25/7 days) give you unlimited access to bikes at hundreds of locations across Manhattan and Brooklyn. For ease of navigation, download the official app, available for iOS and Android platforms.
Roaming Restaurants
Food trucks are on the rise, both at music festivals and around the city. By Maressa Levy
have been growing in popularity since the late 2000s, have become popular way for New Yorkers to grab a quick bite on the go. As the weather gets cooler, the food heats up - uptown and in the outer boroughs, piragua vendors pack up their shaved ice until the following summer, hot food vendors rejoice in reduced competition, and ice cream vendors churn out more coffee than sweets. Read on for the lowdown on a few of our favorite NYC vendors.
ood trucks, which
Who
What
Where+When
Why
Their crack sauce is legendary, so be sure to add it to your dish of choice.
West Coast Mexican food served up by the Calexico brothers.
SoHo, Flatiron, and Dumbo every weekday from 11:30am3:30pm.
Grilled cheese with a sophisticated twist and ingredients provided by the countrys best cheese, vegetable, fruit, and meat purveyors.
From Midtown to Dumbo and everywhere in between.
The menu changes daily, and Morris offers desserts in addition to their variety of grilled delights.
Korilla (a Korean grillmasta) serves up tacos, burritos, and chosun bowls, all made with select meats, organic vegetables, and high quality add-ins.
Flatiron, SoHo, Midtown, the Financial District, and Dumbo between 11:30am-3pm.
Korilla offers both vegetarian and meat options, so carnivores and vegitarians can get their eat on. Van Leeuwen offers vegan options as well as unique flavors like palm sugar, Earl Grey tea, cinnamon, ginger, and currant.
Authentic and delicious ice cream, prepared with fresh, local ingredients.
Rotating locations, from Lower Manhattan to Williamsburg.
Crisp or chewy wafels loaded with all the dinges (toppings) you can handle.
Astor Place, Central Park, and Columbus Circle, from early morning until late.
Wafels + Dinges experiments with specials that change weekly, from savory to sweet.
For info and locations, click on any logo to visit the food trucks website.
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campus plays host to the conference component of CMJ Music Marathon. Showcases may happen all over the city, but chances are youll end up at NYUs Kimmel Center, if only for the panels. The Village acts as NYUs college town within the city, which, like most campus towns, is teeming with low-key bars, affordable restaurants, and music venues.
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147 Bleecker Street (212) 673-7030 bitterend.com
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Bitter end
sullivan hall
214 Sullivan Street (212) 477-2782 sullivanhallnyc.com
blue note
131 West 3rd Street (212) 475-8592 bluenote.net
village underground
130 West 3rd Street (212) 777-7745 thevillageunderground.com
le poisson rouge
158 Bleecker Street (212) 505-FISH (3474) lepoissonrouge.com
Wicked Willys
149 Bleecker Street (212) 254-8592 wickedwillys.com
subCulture
45 Bleecker Street (212) 533-5470 subculturenewyork.com
Mini Guide
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Kimmel Cent er
Every October, NYUs Kimmel Center for Student Life transforms into CMJs conference headquarters. In between learning if EDM is the final dance frontier and discussing the death of A&R, roam the center, enjoy the view, and take advantage of everything Kimmel has to offer.
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E vent Space
Attend panels in the meeting rooms and banquet halls on these floors.
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Student Areas
Observe NYU natives in their natural habitat.
CMJ Registrant Lounge
Pick up your CMJ registration gift bag, mingle with attendees, and attend a few panels.
Kimmel Marketplace
Grab a bite in NYUs main campus dining area, where options range from salads to pizza.
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Student Lounge
Get cash from the ATM, but the lounges are reserved for students.
Lobby
Flash your badge to get access to the building.
Graphic Courtesy of Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo and Associates LLC.

NYU
Eat
Grey Dog Cafe $$
90 University Place (212) 414-4739 thegreydog.com A quick and central spot for breakfast (served all day), lunch, or dinner near Union Square.
serving the citys favorite falafel since 1971, using natural ingredients, imported spices, and signature recipes.
Otto $$
Pinche Taqueria $
333 Lafayette Street (212) 343-9977 pinchetaqueria.us Fresh Mexican fare conveniently located across the street from CMJ venue SubCulture.
1 Fifth Avenue (212) 995-9559 ottopizzeria.com This Mario Batali eatery serves authentic Italian pizzas, pastas, cheeses, wines, and desserts for reasonable prices. If youre tight on time, call ahead for a reservation.
119 MacDougal Street mamouns.com Mamouns original location has been
Mamouns $
240 Sullivan Street thirdrailcoffee.com An intimate, cash-only coffee shop with a neighborhood feel and friendly baristas. Its best to grab your drink to go, as the shop can only fit about 20 people.
Third Rail $$
535 LaGuardia Place (212) 477-8125 bareburger.com Bareburgers heady mix of organic delights - burgers, sandwiches, salads, snacks, and shakes - are as tasty as they are ecofriendly. Try the California Burger with a side of french fries and onion rings paired with special dipping sauces.
Bareburger $$
NYU
Sleep
Hyatt Union Square $$$
134 Fourth Avenue (212) 253-1234 unionsquare.hyatt.com This new hotels emphasis on design creates a contemporary, urban vibe that feels more boutique than corporate. Guests can make use of the Hyatts three dining and bar options.
Washington Sq Hotel $$
103 Waverly Place (212) 777-9515 washingtonsquarehotel.com A Paris-inspired hotel featuring an intimate lobby bar and Art-Deco furnishings. Convenient if you plan to attend CMJs panels, located in the Kimmel Center just a short walk across Washington Square Park.
Lafayette House $$$
38 East 4th Street (212) 505-8100 lafayettenyc.com This 1840s brownstone doesnt have a front desk or restaurant, but for no-fuss, independent travelers, the hotels individually decorated rooms provide a retreat from the bustle of surround NoHo. In each of its 15 rooms, youll find antique furnishings and a working fireplace with many even including kitchenettes and private balconies.
NYU
Shop
812 Broadway (888) 937-8020 flightclubny.com A sneakerheads oasis with an inventory of wallto-wall rare kicks. Take a gander at the glass case in the back of the store where youll find their most prized collectibles.
Flight club $$$
15 East 4th Street (212) 477-8150 othermusic.com Other Musics small size says nothing of their extensive record collection; the shop stocks a variety of new releases spanning multiple genres and price points. Stop in to be greeted by the friendly and knowledgeable staff and you may just get lucky and stumble upon a free in-store performance.
Other Music $$
828 Broadway (212) 473-1452 strandbooks.com An NYC mainstay since 1927, this legendary bookstore houses 18 miles of new, used, and out-of-print titles. Stop in to browse their diverse collection, but book lovers beware - hours can fly by in this literary haven. 382 Lafayette Street (212) 677-6464 screamingmimis.com This vintage mecca has everything from jumpsuits and fedoras to sunglasses and jewelry. Mimis has been the go-to vintage shop in downtown Manhattan since its inception in the late 1970s, featuring quirky and unique designs - plus a few costumes - from a variety of decades.
STRAND $
Screaming Mimis $$$
Shakespeare & Co. $$
716 Broadway (212) 529-1330 shakeandco.com In addition to their huge selection of books, the second floor of Shakespeare & Co. is home to an extensive collection of plays from both popular and lesser-known authors.
NYU
Party
Amity Hall $$
80 West 3rd Street (212) 677-2290 amityhallnyc.com Beer reigns at this two-story bar, so pair your bite to eat with something new from their list of 40 craft drafts and bottled lagers. With 20 additional rotating craft beers, theres always something new to try.
77 West Houston Street (212) 473-7348 peguclub.com For the bartenders at Pegu, mixology is an art and cocktails are an obsession. They spend hours perfecting flavors and combinations to provide unique, inspired craft cocktails. Their drinks leave nothing to be desired - except another round.
PEgu Club $$$
127 Macdougal Street (212) 505-1248 winespotnyc.com Located around the corner from CMJs headquarters, this tapas bar offers free Flamenco shows on Thursdays and Sundays, during which all food and drinks are $7. The wine list isnt extensive, but its hand-picked and paired with cheese and meat platters to create shareable plates.
Wine Spot $$
The Half Pint $$
76 West 3rd Street (212) 260-1088 thehalfpint.com With over 200 beers to choose from, drink specials every night, and a diverse menu, The Half Pint truly has something for every drinkers taste.
GMT Tavern $$
142 Bleecker Street (646) 863-3776 gmtny.com The dark Victorian interior of this British-style pub will make you feel as though youve gone back in time as you kick back with a pint. Peruse the 30+ draft beers, most from the UK and Europe, or the extensive whiskey list instead of settling for your usual.
NYU
Explore
Fifth Avenue & Waverly Place (212) 360-8143 Though the park spans less than 10 acres, its home to the iconic Washington Square Arch, a dog-run, a large wading fountain, and a regular rotation of buskers. Its also an NYC landmark, acting as a meeting place and center for cultural activity, particularly for NYU students.
Washington Square Park
Angelika Film Center
18 West Houston Street (212) 995-2570 angelikafilmcenter.com The Angelika has showcased a diverse mix of independent films since opening in 1989, becoming one of the countrys most successful arthouses. No time to catch a movie? The lobby caf serves a variety of pastries and snacks.
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a composite of three west-side neighborhoods: the West Village, Meatpacking District. and Chelsea. The West Village has stayed true to its bohemian past - think quaint boutiques and cafs as well as some of the citys best jazz clubs and gay bars. Further north, in the Meatpacking District, where meat was once actually packed, youll find stiletto-clad ladies carefully making their way through cobble-stoned streets to hit the clubs and the late-night dinner scene. Youll find a similar setting weekends in Chelsea, though the areas biggest draw remains the art galleries that line each street.
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Music Venues
BB Kings Blues Club
237 West 42nd Street (212) 997-4144 bbkingblues.com
Roseland Ballroom
239 West 52nd Street (212) 247-0200 roselandballroom.com
Highline Ballroom
431 West 16th Street (212) 414-5994 highlineballroom.com
SOBs
200 Varick Street (212) 243-4940 sobs.com
Le Bain
848 Washington Street (212) 645-4646 standardculture.com/lebain
Stage 48
605 West 48th Street (212) 957-1800 stage48.com
West Side
Eat
Cafeteria $$
119 Seventh Avenue (212) 414-1717 cafeteriagroup.com American comfort food with a contemporary twist is this 24/7 eaterys specialty, and its done well. They have a stacked menu, with all-night options including truffle oil mac & cheese, mussels, and the best wedge salad in NYC. The cocktail menu is not to be overlooked either.
New York slice for over 35 years. You wont find heroes or garlic knots here just traditional, thin-crust pizza.
LArtusi $$$
7 Carmine Street (212) 366-1182 joespizzanyc.com Joe has been slinging the quintessential
Joes Pizza $
228 West 10th Street (212) 255-5757 lartusi.com Executive Chef Gabe Thompson takes a modern approach to Italian cuisine at LArtusi. Hes known for his noodles, so try one of Thompsons pasta dishes, ranging from classic spaghetti to fettucine with rabbit. In addition to two floors of seating, the restaurant houses a 2,500 bottle walk-in wine cellar, cheese bar, raw bar, and chefs counter.
West Side
Eat
The Spotted Pig $$$
314 West 11th Street (212) 620-0393 thespottedpig.com This Michelin-rated eatery from British chef April Bloomfield serves up locally-sourced, seasonal English fare.
The Half King $$
90 Bedford Street (212) 741-4695 thelittleowlnyc.com The Little Owls white-paneled walls and dark wood furniture make it seem more like a cozy country nook than an NYC restaurant, and its Mediterranean plates are the perfect sizes for sharing. 210 West 10th Street (212) 741-7971 westvillenyc.com Westville is dedicated to providing fresh, high-quality ingredients prepared simply yet deliciously. Their permanent menu is paired with a rotating selection of market items to eat as sides or combined into meals.
The Little OwL $$$
505 West 23rd Street (212) 462-4300 thehalfking.com The front porch and large back garden of this restaurant, located under the High Line, provide ample outdoor seating. All dishes are made from scratch, from the bite-sized lamb shepherds pie to the crme brle.
Westville $$
Artichoke $$
114 Tenth Avenue artichokepizza.com Open until 5am Tuesday through Sunday, Artichoke is popular as a late-night snack among bar-hoppers and club-goers. The pizzeria features one of the best (and largest) slices youll ever eat. If youre hungry, opt for their signature slice - Creamy Spinach and Artichoke.
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48 Lounge $$$
1221 Avenue of the Americas (212) 554-4848 48nyc.com A high-end destination for after-work drinks and late-night cocktails that gives Midtown a downtown edge.
Rudys Bar & Grill $
627 Ninth Avenue (647) 707-0890 rudysbarnyc.com Score dirt-cheap pitchers and free hot dogs at this red leather clad-bar.
Yotel, 570 Tenth Avenue (646) 449-7790 yotelnewyork.com/four Come for the people watching and view, stay for the signature cocktails and food in the Green Lounge.
Four $$
Iridium Jazz Club $$$
1650 Broadway (212) 582-2121 iridiumjazzclub.com Check out Les Paul Mondays, which feature the legends original backing band and special guests to honor his old residency.
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113 Jane Street (212) 924-6700 thejanenyc.com The Jane Hotel has a long history in New York City - the building hosted sailors and Titanic survivors in the early 20th century as well as rock n roll events in the 80s and 90s. Today, the hotel maintains both its sailor and musical pasts in its dcor, terraces, and bohemian influences. Make use of The Janes complimentary bicycles and hip lobby bar.
The Jane Hotel $$
hotel is home to Provacateur Nightclub as well as the Plunge Bar and Lounge, which offers 360-degree views of both the city and the Hudson River.
hotel gansevoort $$$

18 9th Avenue (212) 206-6700 gansevoorthotelgroup.com
355 West 16th Street (646) 625-4847 dreamdowntown.com The rooms of the Dreams downtown location exude a surrealist luxury with giant porthole windows and stainless steel accents juxtaposed with bright colors and comfortable furnishings. The hotel is also home to Ph-D, the citys only bi-level rooftop lounge.
Dream Downtown $$$
The Standard High Line $$
Opulence is key at Gansevoort, evidenced by its sleek and sophisticated rooms. The
848 Washington Street (212) 645-4646 standardhotels.com/high-line The Standard, a super modern hotel rising above the picturesque High Line Park, houses some of the best and most exclusive bars in New York City - so its not the place to stay if youre looking for a quiet weekend away from distraction. Le Bain, the Boom Boom Room, the Top of the Standard, The Standard Grill, and its neighboring Biergarten all call The Standard High Line home.
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421 West 14th Street (212) 206-0109 puma.com/blacklabel Athlete meets fashionista at the Puma Black Store. With guest collections from Star Struck Vintage $$ Hussein Chalayan, Alexander McQueen, 47 Greenwich Avenue and Miharayasuhiro, Pumas Black Label sells bags, clothes, and of course, sneakers. (212) 691-5357 starstruckvintage.com For a high-quality and diverse selection of Bleecker St Records $$ vintage attire and accessories, head to 239 Bleecker Street Star Struck and peruse well-organized (212) 255-7899 racks that hold their vast collection of vinbleeckerstreetrecordsnyc.com tage rock n roll tees and well-maintained With their extensive collection of rock n couture. roll, jazz, R&B, Latin, comedy, and country
Puma Black Store $$$
records, Bleecker Street Records will have you digging in the crates for hours. Make sure to pick up some DVDs, posters, or T-shirts along with your vinyl or special 99cent LP.
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20 Seventh Avenue (212) 929-4360 Behind an unassuming brown door in the West Village, this subterranean bar can feel more like a hideout than a swanky NYC cocktail joint.
Little Branch $$$
510 Hudson Street (212) 242-3021 employeesonlynyc.com Reminiscent of old-fashioned speakeasies, Employees Only serves deftly crafted drinks containing unique infusions such as lavender-scented gin.
Employees Only $$$
Art Bar $$
52 Eighth Avenue (212) 727-0244 artbar.com The diviest art gallery in the city pairs rotating art exhibits with its seasonal signature cocktails and craft beers.
Standard Biergarten $$
53 Christopher Street (212) 488-2705 thestonewallinnnyc.com Best known for its role in the 1969 Gay Rights Movement, Stonewall Inn is a mainstay in the NYC gay community.
The Stonewall Inn $$
848 Washington Street (212) 645-4646 standardhotels.com/high-line Open air in the summer and glass-enclosed in the winter, the biergarten offers a variety of unique beers, including Bitburger, Kostrizer, and Licher.
281 Bleecker Street (212) 462-4682 blindtigeralehouse.com Enjoy a curated craft beer selection or drop in for an extended happy hour between 11:30am-8pm on weekdays.
Blind Tiger $$
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75 Ninth Avenue (212) 243-6005 chelseamarket.com Food reigns at Chelsea Market, housed in the factory where Nabisco first sandwiched the Oreo in 1912. It has become a mecca for foodies with restaurants, specialty food shops, and markets lining the indoor alleyways where visitors can also find boutiques, retail stands, and even a barber shop.
Chelsea Market
Even if youre not an art buff, Chelseas galleries usually offer exhibits enticing enough for the art aficionado and laymen alike. New exhibits open Thursday evenings, during which galleries often provide complimentary drinks.
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Chelsea Galleries
West 14th-30th chelseagallerymap.com Chelsea is a hub for world-renowned art galleries, presenting some of the finest names in the contemporary art world.
West 13th-34th, along 10th Avenue (212) 206-9922 thehighline.org The High Line is a public park built on a historic freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattans West Side. The park is home to art installations, gardens, and food vendors. It is also directly adjacent to Chelsea Market, so grab something to go, take a stroll, and have a picnic in this one-of-a-kind park.
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ter, the Lower East Side (LES), draws a young, hip, and often music-oriented crowd. This is where grunge meets glam youll find everything from dive bars and rock clubs to high-end restaurants and lounges. The relatively small neighborhood is home to a majority of CMJs official venues, and while they too are small, they are ideal for discovering up-and-coming acts, or, if youre lucky, seeing big names in more intimate settings. For a night of impromptu music discovery, start CMJ showcase-hopping on Ludlow Street.
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arlenes grocery
95 Stanton Street (212) 358-1633 arlenesgrocery.net
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Leftfield
87 Ludlow Street +1 (212) 677-1100 leftfieldbar.com
Rockwood
196 Allen Street (212) 477-4155 rockwoodmusichall.com
Bowery Ballroom
6 Delancey Street (212) 533-2111 boweryballroom.com
Living Room
154 Ludlow Street (212) 533-7237 livingroomny.com
96 Lafayette Street (212) 584-5492 santospartyhouse.com
santos party house
cake shop
152 Ludlow Street (212) 253-0036 cake-shop.com
Mercury Lounge
217 East Houston Street (212) 260-4700 mercuryloungenyc.com
tammany hall
152 Orchard Street (212) 228-7556 tammanyhallny.com
Fat Baby
112 Rivington Street #1 +1 (212) 533-1888 fatbabynyc.com
Pianos
158 Ludlow Street (212) 505-3733 pianosnyc.com
the delancey
168 Delancey Street (212) 254-9920 thedelancey.com
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Katzs Deli $$
205 East Houston Street (212) 254-2246 katzsdelicatessen.com Since opening in 1888, Katzs Delicatessen has established itself as a staple on the Lower East Side by serving the citys best pastrami sandwich. Yet, whether youre a pastrami-lover or not, the delis lengthy menu will satisfy all patrons - especially during the weekends, when Katzs Deli is open all night long. Stop in to cap off a night of CMJ showcase hopping.
164 Orchard Street (212) 473-7257 Slinging Mexican food until 2am on weekdays and 4am on weekends, Snack Dragon is a creative change from the standard midnight meal of greasy pizza.
Snack Dragon $
191 Chrystie Street, Freeman Alley (212) 420-0012 freemansrestaurant.com Originally designed as a rugged colonial
Freemans $$$
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tavern, Freemans cuisine can be Mission Chinese $$ described as early American: simple, 154 Orchard Street rustic, and inspired by old world traditions. (212) 529-8800 missionchinesefood.com Pok Pok Phat Thai $$ Its not unusual to see a line outside this 137 Rivington Street subterranean eatery, so try to snag one of (212) 477-1299 their limited advance reservations. Come pokpokphatthai.com with a group to share a table full of A noodle-centric, teeny-tiny restaurant unusual appetizers, like cabbage leaves thatll make you rethink - and totally and lamb tongue, as well as large, spicy appreciate - Thai food. To ensure theyre entres. serving the best of the best, this Pok Pok location only pad thai dishes. cata $$
The Stanton Social $$$
245 Bowery (212) 505-2282 99 Stanton Street catarestaurant.com (212) 995-0099 A Catalan-inspired tapas bar that creates thestantonsocial.com an authentic dining experience for Spanish The tapas at Stanton Social are quirky, gastronomy. The extensive small plates globally-inspired, and far from forgettable. menu is divided by meat, sea, and vegetaDishes are designed to share, allowing you ble and is accompanied by an equally deto taste as many of their intriguing plates tailed menu of gin and tonics. as possible.
78 Rivington Street (212) 420-7700 saucerestaurant.com The type of Italian restaurant that makes you feel as though youre in your Grandmothers kitchen - If shes Italian and can whip up top notch meatballs, that is.
Sauce $$
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Once south and west of the LES, you enter Chinatown, the largest enclave of Chinese people in the country and home to a number of CMJ venues. Canal Room, Santos Party House, and Le Baron all fall within its borders so if you find yourself in the neighborhood, heres where you can get a cheap bite.
9 Pell Street (212) 233-8888 joeshanghairestaurants.com Head to Joes for their famous pork or crab soup dumplings, served until 11pm.
Joes Shanghai $
68 Forsyth Street (212) 625-8299 spicyvillageny.com Known for their hand-pulled noodles, in soup or dry form.
Spicy Village $
1 69 Bar $
169 E Broadway (212) 641-0357 169barnyc.com $5 shot-beer combos, oysters, po boys, and chicken thighs served until 4am.
87 Baxter Street (212) 233-5948 Vietnamese food in Chinatown may be unexpected, but their pho is worth the trek.
Nha Trang One $
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Thompson LES $$$
190 Allen Street (212) 460-5300 thompsonhotels.com The Thompson LES is known for its minimalist yet cozy rooms, sweeping city views, and outdoor swimming pool with Andy Warhols face adorning the bottom.
The Bowery House $
220 Bowery (212) 837-2373 theboweryhouse.com Equal parts hostel and hotel, the rooms, or cabins, in The Bowery House range from shared to private with hotel-style amenities. You may not have your own bathroom, but at least its equipped with Italian marble floors and luxurious bath products.
Hotel on Rivington $$$

107 Rivington Street (212) 475-2600 hotelonrivington.com THoR looms over the tenement-style housing and graffiti-covered blocks of the Lower East Side with its 20 stories of aluminum and glass that house simple, luxurious rooms within.
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181 Orchard Street (646) 559-2716 thehoodieshop.com While this niche stores focus is (obviously) hoodies, you can also find a selection of hoodless items in this Questlove-owned, psychedelia-inspired store.
Hoodie Shop $$$
132 Allen Street (212) 673-7947 longboardloftnyc.com Longboard Loft provides the most diverse selection of longboards in New York City, and allows new and experienced skaters to demo different models to find their perfect match.
Longboard Loft $$
assembly $$$$
170 Ludlow Street (212) 253-5393 assemblynewyork.com Started in 2008 as an artisan hub for designers, Assembly has evolved into a highly sought after mens and womens boutique. Its in-house line combines natural and historic fabrics, utilizing linens, cashmere, cotton, and leather to create unique, high-quality items.
35 Howard Street (212) 219-2688 openingceremony.us From an extensive collection of unique travel essentials to their expertly-curated fashion offerings, Opening Ceremony is at the pinnacle of unique, edgy style. Visit their Lower East Side boutique of exotic trinkets and retail talent to explore the brands very first store. 54 Clinton Street (212) 673-7060 community54.com Inspired by nostalgia, Community 54 mixes arcade games with mens vintage street wear, emerging fashion brands, and contemporary art. Snag a snapback with spikes or a vintage Gucci ash tray.
Opening ceremony $$$$
Community 54 $$$
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Loreley $$
7 Rivington Street (212) 253-7077 loreleynyc.com Diners and drinkers share long wooden tables, which are meant to promote socializing and Gemtlichkeit, a German concept that translates to coziness. The biergarten features 12 German beers on tap as well as wines from the Lorely region.
191 Orchard Street (212) 228-9888 thesixthward.com Named for the days when Irish gangs terrorized the Sixth Ward, this bar has specials ranging from weekend boozy brunches to weeknight $30 sampler combos and $4 domestic drafts and wells.
The Sixth Ward $$
131 Chrystie Street (212) 226-5708 homesweethomebar.com This kitschy bar tends to draw a late-night crowd; once patrons have visited another bar or two, they come home for some no holds barred dancing to unconventional party tracks.
Home Sweet Home $
92 Ludlow Street (212) 254-9100 hotelchantelle.com Head through this LES bars unmarked doors to escape into Paris circa 1940, complete with red leather button-backed booths, wood-paneled walls, and bright florar wallpaper. Have a cocktail or two before heading upstairs to the rooftop restaurant. 1 Delancey Street selrrose.com As one of the citys newest cocktail bars, Sel Rrose sets itself apart thanks to its Marcel Duchamp-inspired name, cocktail list, and industrial design. Come during Happy Hour to pair your drink - we recommend the French 27 or Lavender Piscine - with $1 oysters or a shrimp cocktail.
Hotel Chantelle $$$
Sel rrosE $$$
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LES Tenement Museum
97 Orchard Street (212) 982-8420 tenement.org Housed in an actual 1863 tenement, the rooms depict the typical lives of immigrants from the 1860s through the Great Depression.
New Museum
235 Bowery (212) 219-1222 newmuseum.org Founded in 1977, the New Museum is a leading destination for new art and new ideas, and is Manhattans only dedicated contemporary art museum.
East River Bridges

The Lower East Sides Brooklyn Bridge (above), Manhattan Bridge, and Williamsburg Bridge are each charming and unique in their own right, and provide a nice respite from walking through NYCs concrete jungle.
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itself from the Lower East Side in the 1960s when it became the birthplace of a number of artistic movements, most notably that of punk rock, centered around St. Marks Place and CBGB. This influence still permeates everything from the residents to the music venues and record stores. This rock n roll haven now shares its home with young families and chain stores, but the area still keeps its edge by housing the highest concentration of bars in the city, a density matched only by its diversity.
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Bowery Electric
327 Bowery (212) 228-0228 theboweryelectric.com
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Nublu
62 Avenue C nublu.net
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94 Avenue A (212) 473-7373 sidewalkny.com
85 Avenue A (212) 777-1157 dromnyc.com
Ella
UCB East
9 Avenue A (212) 777-2230 ellalounge.com
153 East 3rd Street (212) 366-9231 east.ucbtheatre.com
Lit Lounge
Webster Hall
125 East 11th Street (212) 353-1600 websterhall.com
93 Second Avenue (212) 777-7987 litloungenyc.com
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249 East 12th Street (212) 777-2644 motorinopizza.com New Yorkers often consider pizza a 2am meal enjoyed on the sidewalk, but they make an exception for Motorino. This 3-store chain has taken on the task of pizza redeemer with their fresh-out-of-the-oven pies and fresh-from-the-garden salads. Stop by in the day to enjoy the $12 prix fixe menu.
Motorino $$
Baohaus $
238 East 14th Street (646) 669-8889 baohausnyc.com Baohaus serves melt-in-your-mouth Taiwanese-Chinese street food right off the 3rd Avenue L stop. The tiny eaterys signature bao, or glazed pastry similar to a donut, is filled with crispy fried chicken or pork belly before its topped off with a condensed milk glaze.
81 St. Marks Place (212) 786-2068 xianfoods.com The dishes at Xian are Middle Eastern-infused and traditional of the non-traditional Chinese city from which it takes its name. During peak hours, be prepared to take your lamb burger or spicy noodles to go as seating is minimal. 316 Bowery (212) 254-0350 saxonandparole.com Named after two 19th-century racehorses, Saxon + Parole features traditional, all-American fare. Stop by during brunch to customize your cocktail at the DIY Bloody Mary bar.
Xian Famous Foods $
saxon + parole $$$
86 East 7th Street abraconyc.com This tiny storefront is no larger than a studio apartment, but it brews some of the strongest coffee in the city, which is best when paired with their famous olive oil cake.
Abrao $
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Caf orlin $$
41 St. Marks Place (212) 777-1447 cafeorlin.com While best known for their pumpkin pancakes during brunch, Caf Orlin has an all day menu that features American and Middle Eastern dishes. Weekends on the patio can get packed, but youll forget once you have a mimosa in hand.
Del Jardin, overflowing with grilled Portabello, baked white cheese, marinated red peppers, jalapeo, and arugula. If youre with a group, order a big pitcher of red or white sangria to go with your meal.
thai terminal $$
325 Bowery (646) 602-7015 peelsnyc.com Breakfast at Peels offers a taste of the South with dishes like grits or their BuildA-Biscuit option. While dinner tends to be quieter, the Southern fare is no less delectable. No matter the time, make sure to save room for their home-baked desserts and pastries that range from cherry pie to a cinnamon sugar donut. 67 1st Avenue (212) 979-6646 guayoyonyc.com This Venezuelan eatery is off the beaten path and boasts an impressive selection of arepas. Our favorite? The
PEELS $$
249 East 12th Street (212) 614-0155 thaiterminalnyc.com Wedged in a corner off First Avenue that has more restaurants than most towns, Thai Terminal often gets overlooked. But its mirrored walls, white furnishings, and, of course, affordable dishes keep loyal customers coming back night after night. The dishes are as authentic as you can get outside of Thailand, and the service is always quick but never rushed.
guayoyo $$
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the bowery hotel $$$
335 Bowery (212) 505-9100 theboweryhotel.com Bringing luxury to this historically gritty neighborhood, The Bowery Hotel exudes old New York City charm and style. The lobby is lavishly decorated with overstuffed leather chairs and vintage-patterned couches, a style that extends to the rooms themselves, which are adorned with plush velvet chairs and wooden accents.
25 Cooper Square Place (212) 475-5700 standardhotels.com Floor to ceiling windows bring the outside in at The Standard East. Guest rooms are clean, quaint, and simply decorated, and the Standard provides a complimentary continental breakfast in the Penthouse while the ground floor restaurant is under construction. The staff is attentive and helpful, and will provide you with a comfortable, quiet stay.
The Standard east $$$
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toy tokyo $$
91 Second Avenue (212) 673-5424 toytokyo.com Toy Tokyo is your one-stop destination for unique toys and collectibles that span a variety of genres and generations. Their twelve-inch dolls and porcelain miniatures seem to cover every film, TV, and pop culture icon from Star Wars to Lost; Disney to traditional Japanese anime. Collectors can also find recently-made figurines in addition to rare vintage items from Japan.
315 Bowery (212) 358-0315 johnvarvatos.com John Varvatos merged fashion with music when he set up shop in the now defunct CBGB. While some consider the move to be sacrilegious, the store preserves the punk venues spirit, keeping the original graffiti-laden walls and opting for a musically-inspired dcor. Customers can even buy 1970s hi-fi equipment and records or catch an artist perform after hours.
john varvatos $$$
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Metropolis $$
43 Third Avenue (212) 358-0795 metropolisvintageonline.com In addition to housing the largest vintage shoe and boot collection in NYC, this popular, two-story vintage haven has an inventory that runs the gamut from band tees to dresses. The staff is helpful, but not pushy.
Search & Destroy $$
25 St. Marks Place (212) 358-1120 Search & Destroy is definitely not for the faint of heart. In order to get your hands on Search & Destroys $5 t-shirt rack, army uniforms, 80s dresses, and leather goods, youll first have to pass gas masks, bondage mannequins, and sex toys.
11 St. Marks Place (212) 598-9439 stmarkscomics.com Although it might take a little digging, youre sure to find a few treasures at St. Marks Comics. While the store seems small, we guarantee they pack a ton of comics both old and new.
St. Marks Comics $$
No Relation Vintage $
204 First Avenue (212) 228-5201 ltrainvintage.com No Relations organizational scheme is a relief compared to the chaos of neighboring thrift stores. Its large space, color-coordinated racks, and easy to navigate categories, make shopping a breeze. Vintage Levi shorts, leather jackets, and 70s era dresses are what draw most in - but their guy t-shirt collection is not to be overlooked.
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Kingston Hall $$$
149 Second Avenue (212) 673-2663 kingstonhall.com Located above college-aged haunt The 13th Step on Second Avenue, this Jamaican-themed bar features a pool table, balcony, and fruity drinks served in coconuts. Grab a booth or bar stool and order a couple appetizers like coconut shrimp, jerk chicken wings, or island sliders. Although the Jamaican theme is apparent, Kingston Hall is far from garish.
25 Avenue B (917) 338-7090 idlehandsbar.com Bourbon. Beer. Rock. Their slogan pretty much says it all. Owned by a music manager, Idle Hands doesnt just use rock as a gimmick, it fully immerses itself in the NYC music scene. Local music-lovers frequent the basement bar both for the after parties of local gigs and just for the company - and good music tastes - of fellow patrons and bartenders.
idle hands $$
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Death & Co $$$
433 East 6th Street (212) 388-0882 deathandcompany.com Inspired by prohibition-era speakeasies and the skilled bartenders that preceded it, Death & Co instills a sense of the illicit. Alcohol may no longer be illegal, but, as youre sipping your expertly crafted cocktail, youll feel as though youre in on a dangerous little secret.
Manitobas $
99 Avenue B (212) 892-2511 manitobas.com This low-key neighborhood hang is lined with boxing memorabilia and band photos, harking back to a time when owner Richard Manitoba spent his time fronting Bronx punk band the Dictators.
black and white $$
86 East 10th Street (212) 253-0246 A small neighborhood bar in close proximity to Webster Hall, making it ideal for intimate pre- and after-show drinks. Come for a DJ nightly between 10:30pm and 4am, on Tuesdays for Trivia Night, or test out new material during Open Mic Night, the first Sunday of each month.
41 First Avenue (212) 475-5097 drinkgoodstuff.com This East Village bar is known for its back patio, which has both a covered and uncovered portion to be enjoyed yearround. The beer selection fills multiple chalkboards behind the bar and, though they dont serve food, they do allow you to bring in outside eats.
d.b.a $$
126 St. Marks Place (646) 755-8662 evsnyc.com EVS only serves beer, wine, and sangria, which is a shame if youre in the mood for shots but thats exactly the point. Come to EVS for a mellow evening and gourmet takes on classic American favorites.
East Village Social $
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La Mama
74A East 4th Street (212) 475-7710 lamama.org If youre in the mood for something avant-garde, there is always an option at La MaMa. As one of New Yorks oldest experimental theaters, La MaMa is where playwrights and artists like Sam Shepard and Philip Glass got their starts. Today, it hosts nearly 30 resident theater companies and artists in their three performance spaces and art gallery.
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While Tompkins is less polished than its Greenwich Village and Union Square counterparts, its charm and liveliness make up for the small size. Located in the heart of the East Village, locals come to the park for its playgrounds, chess tables, handball and basketball courts, and lawns. Yet its frequent impromptu musical performances are equally alluring draws.
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Gramercy, and NoMad the neighborhoods included in this section are all a stones throw from Madison Square Park. The area has fewer CMJ music venues than its southern counterparts, but theyre among the best. Since the introduction of several notable boutique hotels, such as the Ace and NoMad, myriad restaurants, bars, and shops have followed suit.
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20 West 29th Street (646) 214-5745 acehotel.com/newyork
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Liberty Hall
Gramercy Theatre
127 East 23rd Street (212) 614-6932 thegramercytheatre.com
Irving Plaza
17 Irving Place (212) 777-6800 irvingplaza.com
239 Third Avenue (212) 677-2600 thestandnyc.com
The Stand
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37 Union Square West (212) 627-7172 thinknoodles.com The communal seating and minimalist dcor of Republic matches its non-traditional take on Asian cuisine.
Republic $$
24/7, with menu items that include steak frites and grilled swordfish.
Hill Country $$
38 Lexington Avenue (718) 709-8132 In a rush or on a budget, DiDis is a great option everything on the menu is under $10.
Didi Dumpling $
30 West 26th Street (212) 255-4544 hillcountryny.com From the atmosphere to the food, Hill Country is what BBQ is all about. Regulars return for fall-off-the-bone meat, but the sides are just as good.
Forcella $$
LExpress $$
249 Park Avenue (212) 254-5858 lexpressnyc.com LExpress serves traditional French fare
377 Park Avenue South (212) 448-1116 forcellaeatery.com Forcellas brick oven pizza is fired just steps away from your seat, emerging bubbling hot. Try a signature pie, or customize your own with gourmet add ons.
Madison & 23rd Street (212) 889-6600 shakeshack.com This NYC classic began as a hot dog cart in 2001 to support Madison Square Parks first art installation. The cart was such a hit that the Shack opened a permanent kiosk three years later. Opt for their staple burger and shake and check the online Shack Cam before coming to see how long of a line to expect.
Shake Shack $$
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1170 Broadway (212) 796-1500 thenomadhotel.com A modern take on Europes grand hotels, the NoMads 168 guest rooms pair historic grandeur with a contemporary sensibility.
NoMad $$$
2 Lexington Avenue (212) 920-3300 gramercyparkhotel.com Modern cool meets vintage luxury at this NYC mainstay, home to the art-focused Rose Bar and the stunning Gramercy Terrace, located on the hotels 17th floor.
Gramercy Park Hotel $$$
King & Grove $$$
29 East 29th Street (212) 689-1900 kingandgrove.com Guests enter King & Grove through a sleek lobby decorated in smooth leather and steel, a sophistication that permeates the hotels 276 rooms.
Ace Hotel $$
W Union Square $$$
201 Park Avenue South (212) 253-9119 wnewyorkunionsquare.com Housed in a historic Beaux-Arts building overlooking Union Square, a stay at the recently-renovated W is as contemporary as it is central.
20 West 29th Street (212) 679-2222 acehotel.com/newyork With a bustling lobby (free WiFi!) and thoughtful decorative accents, the Ace Hotel is a known haven for the young, hip, and musically inclined. When booking, opt for a mini, small, medium, or large room, which are uniquely decorated to feel more like youre staying at a friends apartment than at a hotel. The Ace often hosts DJs and parties in its basement space, Liberty Hall, exhibits in its art gallery, and the lobby features two boutiques, Project No. 8 and Opening Ceremony.
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Idlewild Books $$
12 West 19th Street (212) 414-8888 idlewildbooks.com Peruse Idlewilds extensive collection of books on the subject of travel, from essays and novels to classic travel guides and language workbooks. Warning: may induce wanderlust.
889 Broadway (212) 420-9020 fishseddy.com This NYC-based store is the go-to shop for quirky glasses and dinnerware. Collections are organized by theme, whether its minimal or satiric.
Fishs eddy $$
Rudys Barber Shop $$
14 West 29th Street (212) 532-7200 rudysbarbershop.com This retro barbershop goes beyond haircuts with an upstairs boutique selling clothing and accessories found around the city, integrating emerging designers ware with vintage goods.
project no. 8 $$$
22 West 29th Street (212) 725-0008 projectno8.com Project No. 8s location within the Ace aims to higher the standard of a hotel store. Ace guests can find ammenities they may have left at home while all patrons can imagine their next vacation with the stores selection of guide books and travel accessories.
1170 Broadway (212) 481-6010 kitsune.fr Founded by Daft Punks former manager, this eclectic fashion line doubles as an electronic music label. Housed within the NoMad Hotel, the Kitsun boutique stocks clothing, accessories, shoes, and the labels music compilations.
Maison Kitsun $$$
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Party
SPiN NY $$
48 East 23rd Street (212) 982-8802 newyork.spingalactic.com This unique ping-pong hall serves a full courtside menu of food and drinks. Stop by day or night to indulge in a specialty cocktail and try your luck on the court.
the owner of Heartland Brewery, perfect for a brew or a sit-down meal.
Riff Raffs $$$$
Flatiron hall $$$
38 West 26th Street (646) 790-3200 flatironhall.com An antique-style, two-level beer hall from
360 Park Avenue South (212) 951-7111 riffraffsnyc.com A Bohemian tiki-bar-meets-dance-club where bartenders and cocktail waitresses deck you out in face paint while you sip on their signature rum punch cocktail. Bouncers can be selective, so Riff Raffs is never too cramped, but you should dress to impress.
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Milk & Honey $$$
30 East 23rd Street mlkhny.com/newyork There are no menus at this swanky speakeasy; instead, you describe your cocktail style and the bartender will whip up a customized concoction to enjoy in their dimly-lit booths.
Room is not to be overlooked. Nearly 700 bottles are available to choose from in this old-fashioned parlor where live jazz and fermented grain reign supreme.
Rodeo Bar $$
37 West 26th Street (212) 725-3860 theflatironroom.com If youre partial to whiskey, The Flatiron
the Flatiron room $$$
375 Third Avenue (212) 683-6500 rodeobar.com This honky tonk bar with a New York twist serves up large frozen margaritas and classic Tex Mex appetizers. After a serving of fried pickles or beef brisket, stay for the nightly live music.
Rose Bar $$$$
2 Lexington Avenue (212) 920-3300 gramercyparkhotel.com Cocktails may be pricey, but they are impeccably crafted and creatively infused with unique flavors like a Pineapple Cinnamon Mojito. The rotating art displays are worth a visit on their own, showcasing the works of Jeff Koons, Andy Warhol, and Basquiat, among others.
Madison Sq. Park

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Union Square
Broadway & 14th Street unionsquarenyc.org Theres more to Union Square than just the subway station, although the buskers that frequent the underground hub do elicit a stop. Activities range from walking tours and a greenmarket to pop up demonstrations and rotating celebrations.
Eataly
200 Fifth Avenue (212) 229-2560 eataly.com Italian delicacy mini-markets, wine stores, an educational center, and seven eateries make Eataly the largest artisanal Italian food and wine marketplace in the world.
Museum of Sex
233 Fifth Avenue (212) 689-6336 museumofsex.com Dedicated to honoring the history, evolution, and cultural significance of sexuality, this museum features an unusual array of exhibits, including The Sex Lives of Animals.
Madison Square Park
Madison Avenue & 23rd Street (212) 538-1884 madisonsquarepark.org A quaint park located between East 23rd and 26th Streets and Fifth and Madison Avenues, Madison Square Park is largely known for housing Shake Shack as well as rotating art installations sponsored by the parks Conservancy. But you can also enjoy the parks free WiFi, dog park, fountain, and playground, or just soak in the city with the iconic Flatiron Building looming overhead.
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East River in Brooklyn, Williamsburg and its northern neighbor, Greenpoint, have become escapes for a new generation of young, artsy types. These residents have instilled a laid-back atmosphere, fostering a distinct nightlife scene and a music community of indie labels, venues, musicians, and fans. In Williamsburg, cocktail lounges, beer gardens, dive bars, and restaurants radiate from the areas main drag, Bedford Avenue, while Greenpoint holds its own with standout eateries and bars lining Manhattan Avenue, just north of McCarren Park.
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285 kent
285 Kent Avenue 361 Metropolitan Avenue (347) 529-6696 ny.knittingfactory.com
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union pool
Brooklyn Bowl
61 Wythe Avenue (718) 963-3369 brooklynbowl.com
484 Union Avenue (718) 609-0484 union-pool.com
Music Hall of Williamsburg

66 North 6th Street (718) 486-5400
musichallofwilliamsburg.com
Saint Vitus bar
cameo gallery
93 North 6th Street (718) 302-1180 cameony.net
1120 Manhattan Avenue saintvitusbar.com
Spike Hill
petes candy store

709 Lorimer Street (718) 302-3770 petescandystore.com
glasslands
289 Kent Avenue (718) 599-1450 theglasslands.com
186 Bedford Avenue +1 (718) 218-9737 spikehill.com
The Trash Bar

256 Grand Street +1 (718) 599-1000 thetrashbar.com
grand victory
245 Grand Street (347) 529-6610 thegrandvictory.com
public assembly
70 North 6th Street (718) 384-4586 publicassemblynyc.com
Williamsburg
Eat
298 Bedford Avenue (347) 335-0446 maisonpremiere.com $1 oysters during happy hour may be all you need to know, but Maison Premiere is worth your time even once happy hour is over. Their dinner menu and alcohol selection will excite any seafood lover.
Maison Premiere $$$
314 Bedford Avenue (718) 384-6127 dumontburger.com Open until 2am, DuMonts simple menu consists of burgers, sandwiches, salads, and desserts as well as a full bar.
DuMont Burgers $$
Jimmys Diner $$
93 North 6th Street (718) 302-1180 thelovincupcafe.com This music-oriented caf serves food until 4am Thursday-Saturday, and shares a space with Cameo Gallery.
Cameo $$
577 Union Avenue (718) 218-7174 jimmysdinerbrooklyn.com Head to Jimmys for all-day breakfast, fried chicken, and beverages ranging from milkshakes to cocktails.
Station $$
Vinnies Pizzeria $
148 Bedford Avenue (718) 782-7078 vinniesbrooklyn.com While best known for their unconventional pizza toppings, Vinnies also serves the classics.
166 North 7th Street (718) 599-1596 stationnyc.com From brunch to late-night, this central spot serves vegans, carnivores, and everyone in between.
Calexico $$
645 Manhattan Avenue (347) 763-2129 calexico.net Grab Calexicos fresh, Cal-Mex food at their Greenpoint location where you can eat indoors or in the garden. On the go? Keep an eye out for their food carts.
Williamsburg
Sleep
80 Wythe Avenue (718) 460-8000 wythehotel.com This converted factory has open, airy, loftstyle rooms with exposed brick walls and striking Manhattan views. Visit the Wythes sprawling rooftop bar, The Ides, which is quickly becoming a go-to drinking destination. After a drink, head downstairs to Reynards, the in-house restaurant featuring locally-sourced ingredients.
Wythe Hotel $$$
King & Grove $$$
160 North 12th Street (718) 218-7500 kingandgrove.com King & Grove features a pool area with private cabanas, a 360-degree rooftop bar with views of the Manhattan skyline, and a sleek architectural design. Within the hotel, rooms are bright and spacious, with modern furnishings. Make use of the hotels bike tour to explore Brooklyn like a local, bicycle included.
Williamsburg
Shop
536 Metropolitan Avenue store.foolsgoldrecs.com Fools Gold Records, an independent label founded by DJs A-Trak and Nick Catchdubs, opened its flagship store in 2011. Within its walls, adorned with custom wallpaper by Dust La Rock, youll find everything from the labels music releases and merch to exclusive product collaborations. The small storefront also doubles as an art gallery, from which works can be purchased.
Fools Gold $$
70 North 7th Street (917) 301-5765 artistsandfleas.com This indoor treasure trove, open weekends year round, hosts a rotating selection of vendors selling a wide array of vintage goods and artisan items that range from clothing to handmade jewelry. You can also find a selection of records, home goods, and, if youre lucky, gourmet icecream and coffee carts out front.
Artists & Fleas $$
Williamsburg
Shop
285 North 6th Street (718) 486-9482 A shop for serious vintage-hunters, carrying everything from printed scarves and concert tees to vintage signs. Head to the back room for more authentic, and more expensive, finds.
1 0 Ft. Single $$
469 Driggs Avenue (718) 384-6665 Monk features a diverse collection of men and womens wear, as well as vintage accessories, hats, luggage, cameras, and posters. The neon interior is reminiscent of the 70s, the era in which much of the shops clothing originated.
Monk Vintage $$
Species by the thousands $$
171 South 4th Street (718) 599-0049 speciesbythethousands.com Cult admirers have followed this brand from retail outlets to its first brick and mortar shop, where sterling silver and brass handcrafted jewelry is displayed among apothecary items and folk craft-inspired home wares.
Williamsburg
Party
60 South 2nd Street (917) 719-6072 crownvicbar.com Crown Vics 9,000 square foot backyard dwarfs the patios of its neighbors and even its own indoor area - and thats why everyone comes here. Brooklynites slide past the DJ booth and bar to find a picnic table or try their hand at bocce ball in the fresh air.
crown victoria $
Skinny Dennis $
152 Metropolitan Avenue skinnydennisbar.com Embrace a little southern hospitality at Brooklyns newest, and perhaps only, honky tonk bar.
Barcade $$
388 Union Avenue (718) 302-6464 barcadebrooklyn.com Release your inner child (or video game nerd) at Williamsburgs Barcade - part bar, part arcade.
Williamsburg
Party
Radegast Hall & Biergarten $$
The Woods $
113 North 3rd Street (718) 963-3973 radegasthall.com Radegast is as authentic as an Austro-Hungarian beer hall can get in Williamsburg. Add yourself onto a long outdoor bench for an imported mug of ale paired with a pretzel the size of your head or a sausage cooked on the outdoor grill.
48 South 4th Street (718) 782-4955 The Woods has all the right ingredients for hosting a great party: good music, affordable booze, and plenty of space to dance. If you need a break, head to the back patio and grab a bite from the Landhaus food truck.
Berry Park $$
4 Berry Street (718) 782-2829 berryparkbk.com Berry Parks rooftop is the perfect spot for an afternoon drink enjoyed watching the sunset. With more than 10 beers on tap and a creative cocktail list, youll stay well into the night. Come for brunch for unique beverages like the Elderflower Bellini.
557 Manhattan Avenue (718) 383-5333 barmatchless.com Just north of McCarren Park, this autoshop-turned-hangout is where the Greenpointers go for local bands, 14 beers on draft, a late-night bite until 3am, and a boozy brunch that tops the Williamsburg cafs.
Bar Matchless $
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Brooklyn Brewery
79 North 11th Street (718) 486-7422 brooklynbrewery.com Brooklyn Brewery opens its doors at the end of each week for visitors to enjoy cheap brews and a lively atmosphere. Opt to take a tour of the brewery to taste a few different beers while learning about the beer-making process.
Nitehawk Cinemas
136 Metropolitan Avenue (718) 384-3980 nitehawkcinema.com Nitehawk puts a new spin on the dinner and a movie concept, serving drinks and real food to bring to your seat. This isnt typical cinema food either; options include fish tacos and burgers.
Brooklyn Flea
The Gutter
200 North 14th Street (718) 387-3585 thegutterbrooklyn.com This 21+ vintage bowling alley offers 12 craft brews on tap and is open nightly until 4am, should you want to indulge in a late-night game of bowling. Games cost $7 and shoes are available to rent for a mere $3.
East River State Park (718) 928-6603 brooklynflea.com Held on Sundays, this seasonal market sells pretty much everything you can imagine from clothes to furniture, both vintage and artisan-made. Stop by their culinary counterpart, Smorgasburg, on Saturdays for offerings that range from gastroadventurous to tame.
Venue Index
A full alphabetical listing of the music venues featured throughout the guide, with helpful details such as venue capacity, number of bars, price range, and credit card policy. Click on the colored box to the left of each venue to jump to its corresponding neighborhood.
285 Kent Arlenes Grocery BB Kings Blues Club Bitter End Blue Note Bowery Ballroom Bowery Electric Brooklyn Bowl Cake Shop Cameo Gallery Canal Room The Delancey Drom Ella Fat Baby Glasslands Gramercy Theatre Grand Victory Highline Ballroom Irving Plaza Knitting Factory Le Bain Le Baron Leftfield Le Poisson Rouge Liberty Hall
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