For No Frills Fun With Friends: Vol De Nuit
While it's not necessarily the trendiest or chicest bar, Vol De Nuit is a constant crowd favorite for those looking for a no frills drinking establishment. The part indoor, part outdoor Belgian bar is tucked away on West 4th street, just off of 6th Avenue.
Inside there's a selection of more than 40 Belgian beers, the largest collection in the city. The dim red lights and house music playlist will make you feel like you've been transported to a seedy bar in Europe- but in a good way. If you're hungry, they've got delicious mussels and their pommes frites are always a crowd pleaser.
Vol de Nuit; 148 W 4th St; (212) 982-3388
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