Cocktails & Daydreams - Part 2

Part 2 of the series, exploring unique places to take your date that will leave him or her wanting more.

Bars Where You Can Have Fun
Who says a date in NYC always has to be a formal, sit-down experience? It can be just as great to have a more engaging and interactive evening together. Here are a few options, ranging from the laid back scene to upscale entertainment.

Dive 75- 101 W. 75th, b/w Columbus & Amsterdam
I would be derelict in my duties if I neglected to mention this high spirited dive bar on the UWS. It is well known in the neighborhood for their wide selection of games. Because everyone knows, nothing impresses your date more than beating him or her 3 times in a row at Connect Four. While you're there, sample some of the wide variety of beers on tap, and feel free to order in food from surrounding restaurants.

300 New York @ Chelsea Piers- Pier 60 at West 23rd & West Side Highway
Who knew bowling could be this posh? Sure, I know I said these are fun, casual bars, but still, it is bowling we're talking about. If you have to change your shoes while on a date, you might as well do it in style at this sleek bowling alley, or as 300 calls it, their bowling "concourse." Ooh la la indeed.


Carnival- 110 University Pl, b/w 12th & 13th
Relatively new on the scene, this trendy bar features grown-up versions of old-fashioned carnival games and intoxicating beverages like boozed-up sno-cones. Splurge on some of the games and impress your date by winning a stuffed animal or a real goldfish!





Crocodile Lounge- 325 E. 14th, b/w 1st & 2nd Aves.

Every beer comes with a free personal pizza! And there's skeeball! And an outdoor backyard patio! What else is there to say?

What are your favorite games bars & lounges in New York City? How about the most fun or silly bar game you've ever played on a date?