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Less intense than its eastern counterpart but equally madcap, the West Village is a bohemian enclave set against the Hudson River and home to younger creative professionals, successful entertainers, and artists from the Westbeth housing complex.

During the day, groups of artsy non-conformists settle in at the small sidewalk cafés and restaurants on Hudson Street for a relaxing lunch break, while laid-back free spirits and curious tourists push through cramped local staples like Magnolia Bakery and Cowgirl Hall of Fame.

The raucous but good-natured West Village night scene finds groups of students, hip young New York couples, and crowds of party-hungry gay men wandering along Christopher Street in search of small wine bars or bustling gastropubs.

Though its cobblestone streets and winding alleys can confuse weary travelers, the West Village provides an avant-garde warmth where both the unconventional and the straight-laced can enjoy creative conversation and conventional drinks.

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Kettle of Fish

Historic Bar / Pub

Reviewed by Lauren C.

"Tucked away at the bottom of concrete steps under a little awning, Kettle of Fish may not reel you in at first glance. If you decide to duck in, you'l ..." more

59 Christopher Street
New York, NY 10014

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The Rusty Knot

Bar / Tiki Bar

Party Earth Review A magnet for a motley mix of hipsters, artists, skaters, actors, young professionals, and beyond, The Rusty Knot is a wacky take on the typical island bar where unbeatable Happy Hours ... more

425 West Street
New York, NY 10014

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Art Bar

Bar / Lounge

Party Earth Review A late-night menu, reasonably priced drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere keep people coming back to Art Bar, a West Village staple that draws a loyal mix of locals and out-of-towners ... more

52 Eighth Avenue
New York, NY 10014

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White Horse Tavern

Café / Historic Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review Built in 1880 and frequented by 1950s literary greats like Mailer, Ginsburg, and Kerouac, the White Horse Tavern still attracts the artistically inclined denizens of the West Village ... more

567 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10014

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Fat Cat

Bar / Jazz Club / Pool Hall

Party Earth Review Game lovers and jazz fans won’t want to miss Fat Cat, a vast subterranean, one-room club and game room offering a great mix of friendly competition and live music. Although there’s ... more

75 Christopher Street
New York, NY 10014

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Aria

Wine Bar

Party Earth Review Specializing in biodynamic and organic wines made by female vintners from around the globe, Aria offers a new perspective on the traditional wine bar. Chic and rustic, the charming ... more

117 Perry Street
New York, NY 10014

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Fedora

Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review A charming little bar and restaurant with a heavy dash of noir, Fedora attracts a clientele of hip young professionals and artsy downtowners looking for a laid-back hangout. A short ... more

239 West 4th Street
New York, NY 10014

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Westway

Club

Party Earth Review Although the venue still has an awning reading “Westside Gentleman’s Club,” which confuses out of towners looking for a lap dance, Westway is now a fledgling nightclub helmed by Jane ... more

75 Clarkson Street
New York, NY 10014

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Little Branch

Cocktail Bar / Lounge

Reviewed by Keemia F.

"Conveniently located off the 1-line, the entrance is an unmarked door on 7th Avenue. The line that winds out from it, however, is more than enough of ..." more

22 7th Avenue South
New York, NY 10014

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The Brooklyneer

New American Restaurant / Bar

Reviewed by Jaclyn W.

"My Take: There was nothing particularly special about the Brooklyneer except that it’s a good option for when Houston Hall is too crowded. While I d ..." more

220 West Houston Street
New York, NY 10014

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Automatic Slims

Bar / Café

Party Earth Review A classic neighborhood bar located between two eclectic, party-loving areas, Automatic Slims definitely packs in the best of the Meatpacking clubbers and artsy West Village revelers ... more

733 Washington Street
New York, NY 10014

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Hudson River Park

Park

Hudson River Greenway
Manhattan, NY 10014

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Top Upcoming Events in the West Village

June 2013

Jun 20 Thu	Mark Turner Quartet Concert / Jazz 8:30pm Village Vanguard Mark Turner	Add to Calendar
Jun 22 Sat	Hawaiian Airlines Liberty Challenge 2013 Ethnic Festival / Outdoor Event / Sports / Dancers / Food Trucks 8:00am Hudson River Park	Add to Calendar
Jun 25 Tue	Roy Hargrove Quintet Concert / Jazz / Soul 8:30pm Village Vanguard Roy Hargrove	Add to Calendar