Nelson Blue

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233-235 Front Street @ Peck Slip
New York, NY
212-346-9090
nelsonblue.com

Nelson Blue, a New Zealand-centric restaurant by South Street Seaport, is a favorite among locals for speedy service and desirable outdoor seating. Sit on the sidewalk patio with a view of the Brooklyn Bridge and be sure to try the lollipop lamb chops.

Jeremy’s Ale House

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228 Front Street
212-964-3537
jeremysalehouse.com

Also located downtown is Jeremy’s Ale House, a dive bar with character. While the decor isn’t the classiest (bras hang from the ceiling for that ‘Coyote Ugly’ kind of feel). But with plenty of singles on the deck, the latest sports game on TV and a board game selection, you have no excuse not to strike up conversation with that cutie at the bar.

Spitzer’s

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101 Rivington St
212-228-0027
spitzerscorner.com

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This Lower East Side American gastropub is an ideal spot to grab dinner and meet other singles. With the wooden benches so close to each other, it’s nearly impossible to not chat with the person sitting across from you.

Rockwood Music Hall

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196 Allen Street
212-477-4155
rockwoodmusichall.com

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This intimate Lower East Side venue that hosts performances by musicians daily from 6 p.m. to midnight. Perhaps the best part? There’s no cover charge. Even if you don’t meet your soul mate, you’ll likely catch a glimpse of the next big thing on the music scene.

Gonzalez y Gonzalez

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625 Broadway
212-473-8787
arkrestaurants.com/gonzalez.html

With some of the best local Salsa bands, DJs and free salsa lessons, this is the place to bring your dancing shoes. The friendly clientele will likely thrust you onto the dance floor, always a great way to meet new people. Grab a partner and show off your salsa moves on the dance floor.

La Birreria

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200 Fifth Ave. at 23rd St.
212-956-1300
eatalyny.com/eat/birreria

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After dancing the night away, head to the rooftop of Eataly for dessert and drinks. The retractable roof promises a fun spot year-round.

230 Fifth

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230 Fifth
212-725-4300
230-fifth.com

Finally, this swanky rooftop locale is a great place to end an evening on the town. New York’s largest outdoor Rooftop Garden, its open all year and is always packed with an attractive crowd. Ask a cute rooftop gazer to take a photo of you against the skyline.