In a perfect world, Summer Fridays would be a God-given right. Come tomorrow afternoon, we'd all link up in the summer heat, with plenty of time to burn. But, reality has you sitting in the office, slowly dying from hypothermia. The AC that no one knows how to properly regulate is on full blast. You gaze out the window, and there they are: smiles. So many smiles. Happy people slurping down $1 oysters, drinking, and soaking up the sun.
Whether it’s because of sad employee benefits or heaps of work, you’re missing out on the 4-7 PM happy hour specials—and that’s perfectly okay. Here, we've rounded up the best post-work hot spots that’ll make any $5 margarita sweat. Is it 8 PM and you’re just headed into the real world? Follow our lead.
Renew Day Spa
Got a kink in your neck from staring at the computer too long? Take those fragile bones to le spa. Open ‘til midnight, this Chinatown locale isn’t your five-star retreat, but it’s clean, private, and will knead away all that work-related tension. And with a one-hour foot rub for $22, you’re really getting the best bang for that (hard-earned) buck.
42 Bowery, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10013
212.227.9488
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VERLAINE
In the sexy, orange-tinged lighting of this Lower East Side establishment, your $6 gets you cocktails, wine, and sangrias. The $3 Yuengling beer is tempting too, but we suggest the addictive lychee martinis. Happy hour lasts from 5—10 PM, seven days a week, but you can order those delish Southeast Asian tapas anytime.
110 Rivington Street
New York, NY 10002
212.614.2494
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The Cardinal
So you missed the specials here from 6—8 PM? No biggie—come back between 10 and midnight for extended happy hour. Enjoy a burger or pulled pork plus a beer, all for $12. After all, nothing satisfies an overworked mind like Southern comfort food in the belly.
234 E. 4th Street
New York, NY 10009
212.995.8600
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Cleo Spa & Salon
A mani at lunch—you know you’ve done it. But, instead of feeling rushed (and craving a sammie for the rest of the day), opt for an after-work mani at this hot Gramercy spot. Open ‘til midnight, this haven encourages you to take your time (read: less chipped nails).
260 3rd Avenue
New York, NY 10010
212.677.4900
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THE GOLF CLUB AT CHELSEA PIERS
Whether it’s because of sad employee benefits or heaps of work, you’re missing out on the 4-7 PM happy hour specials—and that’s perfectly okay. Here, we've rounded up the best post-work hot spots that’ll make any $5 margarita sweat. Is it 8 PM and you’re just headed into the real world? Follow our lead.
Renew Day Spa
Got a kink in your neck from staring at the computer too long? Take those fragile bones to le spa. Open ‘til midnight, this Chinatown locale isn’t your five-star retreat, but it’s clean, private, and will knead away all that work-related tension. And with a one-hour foot rub for $22, you’re really getting the best bang for that (hard-earned) buck.
42 Bowery, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10013
212.227.9488
MAP
VERLAINE
In the sexy, orange-tinged lighting of this Lower East Side establishment, your $6 gets you cocktails, wine, and sangrias. The $3 Yuengling beer is tempting too, but we suggest the addictive lychee martinis. Happy hour lasts from 5—10 PM, seven days a week, but you can order those delish Southeast Asian tapas anytime.
110 Rivington Street
New York, NY 10002
212.614.2494
MAP
The Cardinal
So you missed the specials here from 6—8 PM? No biggie—come back between 10 and midnight for extended happy hour. Enjoy a burger or pulled pork plus a beer, all for $12. After all, nothing satisfies an overworked mind like Southern comfort food in the belly.
234 E. 4th Street
New York, NY 10009
212.995.8600
MAP
Cleo Spa & Salon
A mani at lunch—you know you’ve done it. But, instead of feeling rushed (and craving a sammie for the rest of the day), opt for an after-work mani at this hot Gramercy spot. Open ‘til midnight, this haven encourages you to take your time (read: less chipped nails).
260 3rd Avenue
New York, NY 10010
212.677.4900
MAP
THE GOLF CLUB AT CHELSEA PIERS