SL, New York

The basement lounge to New York City's newest gastro-lounge, Abe & Arthur's, conveniently named for owner Eugene Remm's grandfather. SL (an acronym for Simyone Lounge) is a perfect complement to Abe & Arthur's, the swanky Meatpacking eatery . The 2,200-square-foot space--split between two equally chic yet distinct areas--is designed to attract and accommodate a variety of patrons’ needs. If you want to sip a specialty cocktail in a relatively relaxed setting, stick to the front where exposed stone walls and Edison-style light bulbs are meant to showcase the building's history. If you have your party pants on, head to the high-energy back room where the walls are lined with segmented mirrors and patrons can dance to music supplied by a live DJ beneath the reflective ceiling.