Dangerfield's
1118 First Ave. (61-62 Sts.) 212-593-1650 www.dangerfields.com
Often imitated, never duplicated -- the longest-running comedy club in the world
Forty Eight
1221 Avenue of the Americas (48 St.) 212-554-4848 www.48nyc.com
An upscale cocktail lounge that restores an air of understated elegance to Midtown New York