Best Veterans Day Drink Specials In NYC
The history of Veterans Day can be traced back to World War I. Its date comes from when the armistice was signed by Allied forces and Germany on the 11th day of the 11th month at the 11th hour. Therefore, Veterans Day is always celebrated on Nov. 11. Though the "Great War" ended nearly 100 years ago, celebrating Veterans Day is still an important occurrence every year. Below are some of the best places to grab a drink this Veterans Day.
The Wayfarer
101 W 57th St.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 691-0030
www.thewayfarernyc.com
This Veterans Day at the Wayfarer, the perks are varied depending on how many people you choose to dine with. For veterans and military personnel with parties of two or less, your drinks or dinner are 50 percent off. For parties of three or more, the discount is 25 percent. The drinks at The Wayfarer are as diverse as they are plentiful. You'll be sure to find something to meet your needs as you celebrate Veterans Day.
Horchata
470 6th Ave.
New York, NY 10011
(212) 243-8226
www.horchatanewyork.com
Horchata in Greenwich Village brings a little of Mexico to New York City. The team at Horchata mixes traditional Mexican fare with a contemporary twist. It has a fun mix of drinks to choose from this Veterans Day, such as Benny Blanco (blanco tequila, passion fruit, chipotle and lemon) or the Blood Orange Margarita (blanco tequila, blood orange liqueur, blood orange, lime and salt). In honor of Veterans Day, vets with a partner will receive 50 percent off their drinks and it's 25 percent off for parties of three or more.
Casa Nonna
310 W 38th St.
New York, NY 10036
(212) 736-3000
www.e2hospitality.com/casa-nonna-new-york
If you're a veteran who loves a good glass of vino paired with Italian food, then Casa Nonna is where you'll want to grab a table on Veterans Day. Bring a date and receive 50 percent off, or make it a party with three or more for 25 percent off.The drinks at this slightly upscale locale are exceptional, especially the lengthy wine list that features maps of where all of the wine is made in Italy and Sicily. The food at Casa Nonna is delicious and matched with fantastic service.
Mojave
22-36 31st St.
Astoria, NY 11105
(718) 545-4100
www.mojaveny.com
Head over to Queens and experience some more tasty Mexican food. Mojave is offering 50 percent off to all veterans who come to the restaurant this Veterans Day. While the guacamole is revered at Mojave, the drinks are not to be missed either. A margarita or sangarita (frozen sangria mixed with margarita) will compliment your meal nicely.
BLT Steak
106 E 57th St.
New York, NY 10022
(212) 752-7470
www.e2hospitality.com/blt-steak-new-york
BLT Steak's best deal is 50 percent off for a party of two or more this Nov. 11. The menu at this bistro/steakhouse combination offers delicious seafood options, such as the sauteed dover sole in soy caper brown butter. But the cocktails are what you're here for, and luckily BLT Steak has plenty to decide between. The Harvest Moon with Stolichnaya vodka, busnel calvados and apple cider looks the most fitting for the fall and the holiday.
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