George Washington Bar

The Freehand's buzzed-about New York outpost is making its mark. Besides a number of trendy eateries, the Flatiron Hotel boasts a handsome cocktail bar in the space's original library room. Named for our first prez, the lounge is full of vintage furniture and dark wood paneling. Sophisticated but "not too serious."

George Washington Bar, 23 Lexington Ave.

[Photo via George Washington Bar]

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