by Jonas Qunnarath on During my most recent trip to NY, a friend on mine (a NY native) suggested we all go to dinner at Tao. We had reservations for 10:30pm on a Thursday and we arrived a few minutes late (which is a big deal in NY since you need a reservation for pretty much everything). However, they were nice enough to accommodate us. It was pretty packed to L.A. standards but for NY apparently it was not. We waited at the bar for about 30 minutes and enjoyed a cocktail while we waited. The decor was pretty much the same as the Tao in Vegas. The bar/lobby is located just before the actual restaurant, but once you are seated, it is pretty roomy and perfect for large parties. Even though it is packed and kind of loud, oddly it is still intimate. The lighting is perfectly dim and there is music in the background. We ordered a few appetizers, which were delicious! I ordered the sea bass for my entree and it was absolutely delectable. It was melt-in-your-mouth buttery and soft. I cant remember the desert but at the end of the meal, we were all smiles. It is a little pricey but so worth it for great food and ambiance. It was four of us and the total for 3 appetizers, 4 main entrees, two desserts and 4 cocktails was around $400. Right across from Tao is Lavo, which is also a restaurant/club. We walked right on over there to burn off the calories dancing. Reviews for Lavo will be posted shortly. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a cool modern/lounge vibe. :)
by Lisa K. on The music IS very good ("Too Close" by Next officially won me over) and the drinks ARE cheap ($4 beer), but none of that matters when you can't move, let alone dance. The reports of bob's itty-bittyness are not exaggerated. It was fun and bearable when we got there around 11, but after 12:30 we had to escape. The rest of our party soon followed us to less crowded nearby bar.
by Wyatt Amaro on In regards to the CLUB. I have mixed feelings about this place. Of course, I've loved it when I've been walked in by management and taken straight to the bar for free drinks and hukka all night. BUT the one night I showed up with no connections and paid the valet and cover charge, only to find out it was a slow night...so I hated it. Just like any other club, it depends on the promoters for the night. Some nights it's great with a hot crowd and other nights.. not so hot. Overall, I usually like the crowd here. The right age group and diversity. So far, when I'm not with a date, this has been my favorite spot because you can find some good looking men here. Pros: - Age group late 20's - late 30's - Attractive crowd - diverse - not ghetto - Big outdoor patios - Good music - 3 dance floors - 3 bars - Short line to get in Cons: - Expensive valet - Small bathrooms with long lines - Horrible bathroom mirror.. how can you fix your make-up - $20 cover charge Bottomline, If you're going to check out the club or any other club. Get on their guestlist. Women have it easier because they're always letting us in free. I have yet to find a club that I really love but this one is my favorite so far. Clubs just aren't what they used to be.
