http://www.theurgenyc.com The rough, industrial entrance gives away nothing about Urgeas subtle, romantic lighting scheme or plush lounges. Lackluster go-go boys dance on the bar waiting for time to pass until they change G-strings as if we won't notice theyare still the same people. Not that it seems to matter to the mango-cosmo-sipping gay male clientele, mind you. Stop by on Wednesday night and get pants-free for Ass Wednesday, where a tight rear can win you a prize. More >>
http://www.vigbar.com Patrons from Sweet & Vicious across the street usually spillover into cozy Vig Bar, which is not so much destination spot as bar compromise. Velvet curtains near the doorway block traffic from the outside, a DJ crams his selection into a miniature booth, and occupants on Vig's plush couches always try futilely to dance in the three-feet-wide lounge space. More >>
http://www.thewebnewyork.com Doll-like Asian go-go boys strip, jump around and rattle inside of cages here every night of the week. Monday and Thursday evenings patrons enjoy partial nudity as wellaif you check an article of clothing (pants or shirt, depending on the night), you get a free drink. Anyone over 18 can get in. More >>
http://www.westsidetavern.com A basic Irish sporty pub with a downstairs lounge, which is slowly being colonized by live comedy. Their regular Wednesday night variety show is called Ash Wednesday, a wonderfully dour name for an evening of whimsical hilarity. More >>
http://www.xesnyc.com Yes, what a clever dual referencing name for a bar. Gay men bring their straight and gay friends to happy hour at Xes after work to ease into the comfortable Philippe Starcke chairs both inside the wood- and brick-walled bar lounge or out in the patio garden. Two-for-one drinks available from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday and no-cover live acts range from jazz to cabaret and beyond on Sunday and Tuesday. More >>
