New York for Nightlife Lovers

Gorgeous city views look even more spectacular from this new rooftop lounge from the famous Rainbow Room, located at the top of 30 Rockefeller Plaza.

This 13,000-square-foot table tennis club is backed by actress Susan Sarandon and features a lounge, pro shop, bar, restaurant and private room. Visitors can sign up for private and group lessons with internationally known coaches and players.

This chic institution inside the Carlyle Hotel (where JFK and Jackie Kennedy used to stay), offers a cozy and playful ambience, with top-notch piano entertainment of nightly jazz and murals by famed illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans (known for his "Madeline" children's book series). Su-Th noon-1:00 am, F & Sa noon-1:30 am.

With three-ring crystal chandeliers and a 300-bulb antique circus marquee, this lounge feels like a dark sexy circus. Libations can be paired with pizzas and circus-themed bites. M 5 pm-midnight, Tu-Th noon-midnight, F-Sa noon-1 am, Su noon-10 pm.

Lounge lizards toast to the Statue of Liberty in the near distance at this lively rooftop bar, with fruity, hand-crafted cocktails (Summer in the City: rum, lime, ginger beer, pineapple juice), alcohol-infused ice pops dunked in prosecco and small bites.

Newcomers and seasoned comics perform improv and sketch comedy shows. UCB was founded by Matt Besser, Amy Poehler, Ian Roberts and Matt Walsh. Shows nightly Tickets: under $15

Jerry Seinfeld, Dave Chappelle and Amy Schumer are among the big-name stand-ups who have performed in the 10,000-square-foot space, known for its comfortable Art Deco ambience. Food and drink served. 

An insider’s spot, this cocktail bar excels at fine mixology in a warm, casual space. Reservations recommended.

Whether it's the convivial communal punch in the Parlor or a twist on well go-tos in the Taproom, such as vodka and soda spiked with Orinoco bitters, drinks here conjure up Old New York. Taproom: Daily 11 am-4 am. Parlor: M-W 5 pm-2 am, Th-Sa 5 pm-3 am. $$

Michael Feinstein, leading voice of American Popular Song, has joined forces with 54 Below, the Theater District’s subterranean nightclub, restaurant and cocktail lounge underneath the former Studio 54 disco. Up to three shows nightly, featuring iconic and rising Broadway and popular music stars. Highlights:

Classic comfort dishes are given contemporary reimagining and creative plating—from grilled cheese, smoked bacon and tomato soup dumplings to lobster tacos—all in a lavish dining room hidden behind a pawn shop façade. D (nightly), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$$