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Venue Review: Abbey - Los Angeles (LA)

Abbey
692 N Robertson Blvd (@Santa Monica Blvd)
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(310) 289 8410
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This West Hollywood hangout may have a predominantly gay clientele, but it is laid back enough to make everybody feel at ease.  The various hideaway rooms at the Abbey are romantically lit in warm reds and earth tones.  The menu is a tasty blend of influences from all over the world, and the cocktail menu is wide and strong.  While refreshingly down to earth, a night at the Abbey will leave you with a respectable bar tab.

Here’s what Citysearch & Digital City had to say about the Abbey.

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Venue Review: Bryant Park Grill - New York City (NYC)

Bryant Park Grill
25 W. 40th St (@ 6th Ave)
New York, NYC 10018
(212) 840 6500

Overlooking The New York Public Library’s midtown park, the Bryant Park Grill has heavy seasonal traffic and loads of business suits during lunch and right after work.  The kitchen whips up some tasty nouveau American cuisine.  The bar scene is laid back, but there is a pick up vibe here.  The views of the part are stunning, and expect the place to be crowded especially during the Summer with outdoors musicians (and movies in the park) and in the Winter with holiday shoppers & tourists.

Here’s what Citysearch and Digital City had to say about Bryant Park Grill

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Venue Review: Club Flow - Philadelphia

Club Flow
700 N. Delaware Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 923 0504

Club Flow makes ample use of its lofty cavernous interiors with numerous areas dance floors, bars, and of course VIP areas.  Flow has a sleek modern feel, and it attracts some of the best dressed in Philly nightlife. State of the art amenities run through out Flow like huge video flat screens, a hypnotic lighting system complete with lasers, and primo sound systems.  Some of Philly’s best DJs spin a wide range from Latin to Trance and R&B to House.  Club Flow even boasts an Oxygen bar for when you need to recharge.

Here’s what Digital City had to say about Club Flow

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New Year's Eve Parties - Washington, DC

New Year's Eve Parties - Washington, DC
Every year has to come to an end. And that means it is party time! So out with the old and in with the new! How are you going to celebrate New Year's Eve this year? Where will you be to help welcome in the first night of the New Year? Here are some parties that will surely help you get rid of the old and bring on the new (except for that nasty hangover that always seems to be right there with you from the night before).

New Year’s Eve Parties in Washington, DC

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New Year's Eve Parties - Miami

New Year's Eve Parties - Miami
Every year has to come to an end. And that means it is party time! So out with the old and in with the new! How are you going to celebrate New Year's Eve this year? Where will you be to help welcome in the first night of the New Year? Here are some parties that will surely help you get rid of the old and bring on the new (except for that nasty hangover that always seems to be right there with you from the night before).

New Year’s Eve Parties in Miami

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New Year's Eve Parties - New Jersey (NJ)

New Year's Eve Parties - New Jersey
Every year has to come to an end. And that means it is party time! So out with the old and in with the new! How are you going to celebrate New Year's Eve this year? Where will you be to help welcome in the first night of the New Year? Here are some parties that will surely help you get rid of the old and bring on the new (except for that nasty hangover that always seems to be right there with you from the night before).

New Year’s Eve Parties in New Jersey

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New Venue Opening: Gypsy Tea - New York City (NYC)

Gypsy Tea
33 W 24th St (btwn 5th & 6th Aves)
New York, NYC 10011
(212) 645 0003
website

Gypsy Tea shines like a beacon drawing hoards of fabulous nightlife denizens to the latest hotspot by the Flatiron.  The main dance floor is bathed in bright vibrant colors and surrounded by tables as well as elaborate interior accents, cushy pillars, and a grand aquarium - one of the focal points at Gypsy Tea.  The upstairs area has more of a secluded VIP vibe with private table seating.

Here’s what Shecky’s had to say about Gypsy Tea

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Venue Review: Vida - Washington, Washington DC

Vida
1120 20th St, NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 293 5433

Vida serves double duty as a refreshingly moderately priced South American restaurant as well as a lounge/dance club vibe later on at night.  The “Wine Room” feels like a walk-in humidor.  The full bar can accommodate table & bottle service, and there are spacious rooms that can accommodate private parties.  The owners strove for authenticity having traveled extensively across South America. 

For info on a hot New Year’s Eve Party at Vida & to buy tickets, click here

Here’s what The Washington Post and Digital City had to say about Vida

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Venue Review: Capitale - New York City (NYC)

Capitale
130 Bowery
New York, NYC 10013
(212) 334 5500
website

This posh restaurant/nightclub was once the Bowery Savings Bank erected in the 19th century.  The Grand Venetian Ballroom is positively cavernous with 65 foot ceilings.  It is equipped with a state of the art digital sound system, and it can accommodate live musical acts as well as DJs.  While still expansive, the East Ballroom is perfect for a pre-function.  Under the leadership of superstar chef Fred Brightman, Capitale’s 3 kitchens provide diners with superlative dishes of classical French New American, and other influences at either ballroom, 4 private rooms, and a lower lounge.

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Here’s what Digital City had to say about Capitale

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Venue Review: Forge - Miami

Forge
432 W. 41st St (@ Royal Palm Ave)
Miami Beach, FL 33140
(305) 538 8533
website

Forge stands out in South Beach for its elegance, superlative service, and ornate classical interiors.  While primarily a steakhouse, Forge excels at seafood as well.  The wine list is eminently respectable and perfectly matches the menu.  Of course being in South Beach means more than a handful of celebrities and glamour, but Forge has staying power well past hotspots that fizzle out.

Here’s what Citysearch & Digital City had to say about the Forge

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