4 Best Nightlife in New York City, New York

Though decorated with salvaged items—including an old redwood front door from a New York State winery—this steamy bi-level lounge is Williamsburg's answer to Miami clubbing.. The crowd is as eclectic as the DJ-spun music, which ranges from reggae to Brazilian—often accompanied by live drumming. The tropical bar menu adds to the place's Latin cred.

The flag outside announces Miss Favela's allegiance to Brazil—a favela is a Brazilian slum—and the theme continues inside, where the brick walls are painted green and yellow, and rickety metal tables are covered in brightly colored oilcloth. There are Brazilian specialties for lunch and dinner, but after 10 pm the tables are cleared and the place becomes an all-out dance party, fueled by pitchers of caipirinhas, Brazil's cachaça-laced favorite drink. On Saturday, people dance samba to a live band until the DJ takes over and the vibe becomes more clubby.

This is Brooklyn's hottest nightclub and the cavernous converted warehouse draws top DJs spinning for crowds dancing under disco balls until the sun comes up. Stay in the main bilevel space, or head to the smaller Panther Room. The rooftop has great views.

DJs spin tunes while a cool crowd dances under the disco ball at this happening nightclub, which made a cameo on Aziz Ansari's hit Netflix series, Master of None. The bar is adjacent to the dance floor, and there's a smaller side room if you want a breather.