The best night clubs in New York offer a combination of characteristics, including a one-of-a-kind dance experience, well-known disc jockeys and top-of-the-line drinks. These night clubs in New York are considered the best by critics and visitors alike.
Selected as one of the Best Dance Clubs by Time Out New York in 2009, Cielo focuses heavily on the dance experience. The sound system at Cielo is top of the line, manufactured by the innovative Funktion One. Cielo hosts a dance party every night of the week, making it accessible for both spur-of-the-moment nights out as well as pre-planned events. According to Citysearch users who have visited the club, the staff at Cielo is friendlier than at other New York night clubs. Many famous disc jockeys spin at Cielo including Junior Vasquez and Louie Vega, both of whom have lasting popularity in the profession. Some nights at Cielo require bottle service only, and as of March 2010 the tables at Cielo average $450. Other nights, Cielo charges $100 to $300 for tickets to see the guest DJ or $20 for a cover charge for a regular party (also as of March 2010).
Cielo
18 Little West 12th Street
New York, NY 10014
212-645-5700
cieloclub.com
Kiss & Fly, a Best of Citysearch Best Dance Club in New York 2009 winner, serves visitors top-of-the-line alcohol while blasting popular house music over the high-end sound system. A strict door policy at Kiss & Fly means guests have to dress appropriately in fashionable clothing and cannot wear jeans or sneakers. The average cover price to get into Kiss & Fly is $20 (as of March 2010), comparable to most New York night clubs. Drinks are also similar in price to other top-rated night clubs in Manhattan, ranging from $8 to $10 for a bottle of beer and $14 to $18 for a mixed drink. Kiss & Fly doesn't get hopping until after 12:30 a.m., so arrive later if the size of the crowd matters.
Kiss & Fly
409 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10014
212-255-1933
kissandflyclub.com
With its hardcore DJ parties, intense light shows and die-hard dance crowds, Sullivan Room remains a highly popular choice as one of the best night clubs in New York. Voted New York Magazine's Best Dance Party venue of 2009, Sullivan Room has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars with over 77 Yelp members who have visited the night club. As of February 2010, the cover charge averages $20 to $25 for a Saturday night and less for a Friday night, around $10 to $15. Sullivan Room doesn't enforce a dress code the way a lot of night clubs do and welcomes a variety of styles and personalities. At around $15 or more, the mixed drinks remain average for a typical New York night club. Sullivan Room doesn't get busy until midnight or later, so expect to see an empty club early in the evening.
Sullivan Room
218 Sullivan Street
New York, NY 10012
212-252-2151
sullivanroom.com
