The Absolute Hottest Spots in NYC Right Now

The autumn days may slip away, but a Fleur girl knows that just gives us more time to play. Planning your next after-dark outing in NYC? We perused the hottest new spots worth flocking to this fall, from a jazzy new eatery tucked away in a swanky hotel to a rodeo-inspired watering hole that’s made for getting wild, Western-style. Girls’ night out or cocktails for two? Whatever’s on your agenda, we’ve got your next Resy sorted – along with the sauciest styles set to steal each and every scene.

Coqodaq

Who knew fried chicken could be so fancy? For a date night that calls for a little extra decadence, hit this Flatiron destination that turns the concept on its head. After all, you’re definitely not getting a chicken nugget topped with caviar or black truffle at your local KFC. But a coveted reservation at Coqodaq won’t just get you a bucket of elevated bites worth dressing up to dig into. You’ll be there to bask in the scene of glowing arches and luxurious nooks, with the country’s largest selection of champagne at the ready to put you and your boo into a bubbly mood. Translation: This spot is equal parts posh and playful, and since the dining room practically doubles as a runway, so too should be your ensemble.

Coqodaq, 12 E 22nd St, New York

The Corner Store

Don’t be fooled by its name — this certainly ain’t your go-to bodega. Behind its unassuming West Broadway facade, you’ll find a surprisingly swanky haunt serving up nouveau American fare to a guest list of A-listers. So why not make like recent diners Taylor and Gigi and turn a visit to The Corner Store into the ultimate girls’ night pregame, if not the main event? We mean, there’s no better way to get into the party mood than by indulging in that classic pairing of dirty martinis and french fries. And while a sense of old school New York is reflected off the frames of the vintage photographs, clinking glasses, and glistening green onyx bar, a decidedly modern see-and-be-seen atmosphere abounds, so be sure to get your glamour on.

The Corner Store, 475 W Broadway, New York

Desert 5 Spot

West Coast Western has entered the chat, and to that we say: Yee-Haw! Inspired by Palm Springs’ Pioneertown and originally hailing from L.A., this California country-themed canteen is the perfect excuse to gather your gang and put some pep in your two-step. Get decked out in your best Texas tuxedo and dance beneath the spurs of the disco boots, taking sips of whiskey in true down-home style. And lest you forget to channel your inner cowgirl (reverse or otherwise) to tackle the hot spot’s bucking main attraction. Hey, you know what they say: “Save a horse, ride a mechanical bull.” But kick your boots right and you just might find yourself a cowboy to call your own…at least for tonight.

Desert 5 Spot, 94 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn

Bar Contra

Romantic rebels, rejoice. If you’re in the market for a slightly edgy, but no less sophisticated, evening out, set your sights on Bar Contra. The recently revamped cocktail den on the Lower East Side comes complete with a lineup of experimental cocktails and plenty of cool kid street cred, though its wood-accented setup is dark, dim, and intimate enough for a table for two to enjoy. Embrace the spot’s ethos of rebellion with your look (hello, leather weather), and get ready to rock and roll with neon-hued sips like the Acid Granny and Fantasy Island. Order up the prawns and wagyu tartare to sufficiently whet your appetite, but be sure to save room for dessert — you definitely don’t want to miss out on feeding your boo the too-strange-not-to-try potato and strawberry sundae…

Bar Contra, 138 Orchard St, New York

Brass

Modesty isn’t quite our policy, and it certainly doesn’t have to be yours in order to feel very demure at newcomer Brass. Despite its nod to the oh-so-elegant eateries of yore, there’s an undeniably sexy aura surrounding this recently opened spot next door to the Tusk Bar at the Evelyn Hotel. Blame it on its roaring 1920s spirit, plush red banquettes, or its crowd of fashionable foodies; in any case, you can expect a chic setting worthy of cozying up to your lover or spilling the tea(nis) with your girls. Slip into something fabulously festive to fit the mood — between the indulgent French cuisine and vintage piano centerpiece slated for a rotation of live tunes, your demure dinner out is bound to feel more like a Jazz Age soiree.

Brass, 7 E 27th St, New York