Girl's Night Out: NYC's Best Ladies Night Bars

Get your group of friends together, because New York City has much to offer for a ladies night out or a bachelorette party. There are literature themed locales, a spot for unique shots or even more standard fare for a wild night with the gals. Here are some of the best to match the taste and interests of just about any girls night.

Lillie's Victorian Establishment

249 W 49^th St.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 957-4530
www.lilliesnyc.com

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Lillie's has two locations to chose from for a wonderful night on the town for you and your group of friends -- you can either head to their Times Square flagship or head downtown to their Union Square spot. The bar was named after Lillie Langtry, a successful actress and women's rights advocate from the 19^th century. Her namesake bar has all the amenities, such as a traditional menu, domestic and imported beers and an extensive liquor list that anyone needs to get a good bachelorette or a ladies night going.

Dear Irving

55 Irving Place
New York, NY 10003
(212) 362-7548
www.dearirving.com

Have a literature or history themed girls' night in mind? Then head one over to Dear Irving, a fun cocktail parlor. Guests can have a beer in the 1960s, or try one of their timely cocktails, like  a "Gibson" – gin, dry vermouth, pickled onion in the roaring '20s -- or a "Madame George --" whiskey, Cherry Heering, ginger, lime and club soda. The service is fantastic; the food is delicious and any ladies night or bachelorette will be nicely complemented by a visit to Dear Irving.

Barcelona Bar
923 8^th Ave.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 245-3212
www.barcelonabarnyc.com

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Why not start the night with just about any type of shot you can image? Barcelona Bar is the spot to "pre-game" a night on the town. Another fun aspect to Barcelona Bar is the "nerdy" themed drinks. The "Harry Potter," which consists of a fun, flaming, show put on by the bartender, is not to be missed.

Brooklyn Winery

213 N 8^th St.
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(347) 763-1506
www.bkwinery.com

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Get out of busy Manhattan head over to the Brooklyn Winery. Brooklyn Winery offers a wine tour, tasting -- or you can even rent the space for a private bachelorette party. Reservations can be booked with short notice.

Mad Donkey Beer Bar & Grill

32-07 36^tth Ave.
Astoria, NY 11106
www.maddonkeyny.com

Thursday is Ladies Night at the Mad Donkey Beer Bar & Grill. Once you pay $10 at the door, ladies can get complimentary drinks from 8 -12 p.m. Located in Queens, it is noted for having one of the "best happy hour deals in Astoria." The staff is friendly, the food is great and the bar has a more laid-back, dive vibe.

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