The west side of Manhattan is home to a wide range of clubs and venues. Some are more "traditional" and feature DJs, heart-pounding music and non-stop dancing, while others are geared more toward sophisticated dining, lounging and socializing. These New York City west-side venues may feature theme nights, cater to celebrities or aim for a low-key vibe, but all are classified as clubs by "Time Out New York" magazine and are sure to entertain any patron.
The Aspen Social Club is owned by the Brier Group and is located on the premises of the Stay Hotel at New York City's famed Times Square. The club was designed by Lewis + Dizon Design and features the works of both local and international artists.
The club offers "comfort food with a Colorado" flair created by Chef Adam Ross; food is served on tapas-style plates to encourage sharing among guests. The club's bar menu includes top-shelf tequilas and both custom and traditional cocktails. One such drink is the Biff, which is a shot of Bailey's Irish Cream and Chivas Regal. It's on the menu in honor of former Aspen resident and American icon Hunter S. Thompson.
Aspen Social Club
157 W. 47th St.
New York, NY10036
212-221-7200
aspensocialclub.com
According to "Time Out New York," Providence's "main claim to fame" is its themed Saturday nights called Club 57, a "gay dance party (with A-list DJs, top performers and hot go-go boys) that's been going strong since early 2009."
The club has historical significance in New York. It began as the Manhattan Baptist Church until it was converted into a recording studio in the 1960s. During its tenure as Media Sound Studios, internationally famous artists such as the Rolling Stones, Frank Sinatra, Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Wonder recorded music in the building. To honor this history, Providence hired the artist collaborative known as George H. Potter to design modern interpretations of some of the most famous album covers from musicians who used the studio.
Providence
311 W. 57th St.
New York, NY 10019
212-307-0062
providencenyc.com
Rm.Fifty5 Lounge is a 1,100 square foot club housed in the DREAM Hotel. It was created by Ric Addison, founder of popular clubs such as the AVA Lounge and K Lounge, and was designed by Jody Singleton. Decorating touches include chandeliers hand-made from Italian Murano glass, Louis XVI-style upholstery and a full-wall depiction of a silver birch forest.
Rm.Fifty5 Lounge
210 West 55th St.
New York, New York 10019
212-956-7020
rmfifty5.com
