Oui, it’s true: Hubert Keller has brought his high-low burger concept, Burger Bar, to Macy’s in Union Square. There, you can top your perfectly cooked patties with everything from foie gras to three kinds of bacon.

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Unlike most of the hoity-toity spots along the waterfront, Hi Dive is a straight-up bar for guys’ guys and the girls who love them. Cheap brews (especially at happy hour), passable bar food, sweet views, and a rowdy crowd always make for a good time.

Photo: Courtesy of Hi Dive

If you like cocktails (like super-strong margs in pint glasses) served with a side of kitsch, Latin American Club is your jam. Hanging pinatas and a soft red glow envelop the lively, bustling crowd that gathers here.

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