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| - So, I had a chance to attend the opening festivities of West 25th Street's newest nightlife resident, The Dragonfly Lounge.
There are still some elements coming together (front steps, no food yet), but all in all it's a unique spot that will contrast the easy, low-key drinking and dining along the strip.
The decor is striking. The ceilings are tremendously high. Three of the most gigantic mirrors I've ever seen are positioned behind the bar, which looks pure awesome.
They have plenty of seating, with stand alone tables and even a few booths that beg to be made out in. They also have a few make-out stations downstairs in the hall that leads to the restrooms. You might say "Brandon...that's disgusting...I'm not going to make out near bathrooms!"
Oh...but you will. And you'll love it.
Speaking of the bathrooms, they're roomy and able to handle a bunch of people...crucial for a drinking establishment, no matter how fancy.
Oh yeah...drinking...yes, there's some of that going on as well.
They have some great signature cocktails, of which I've tried the Dark and Stormy, a mix of dark rum and ginger beer. I meant to try a different drink after my first, but found myself ordering another D&S.
The bartender suggested the Manhattan, which apparently had been selling well. I even saw a Budweiser, so no worries if you're not into the highfalutin' stuff.
Speaking of the bartender, he was chill and helpful. Many times in a joint like this the bartenders tend to be of the jackass species. This is not the case. The gal doing table service was equally nice and did her job well without being remotely overbearing.
It's going to be a hot spot I'm sure. I'd imagine it'll get a bunch of Bier Markt spillover. Though, it seems like it would have been a good idea to have some sort of dance floor...there's a DJ, but with the tables everywhere, getting jiggy wit it will be a bit tight. Perhaps they'll correct that.
Inventive drinks, awesome atmosphere and great location. Five stars just for not really having any competition for that type of joint. BUT...this isn't the famed "Brandon's Five Star Rating"...they're on probation until the food arrives.
If they're smart, they'll knock it out the park with the eats.
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