1. Big Apple Circus
70 Lincoln Center Plz (at W 62nd St), New York, NY
Circus · Lincoln Square · 14 tips and reviews
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Randy Bettis: Can't wait to see this today...it will be my first time at the Big Apple Circus and all I ever heard is great things!
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2. The Box
7.9
189 Chrystie St (btwn Rivington & Stanton St), New York, NY
Night Club · Lower East Side · 108 tips and reviews
Robo Cruz: peep show type party, must be open minded and willing to see/experience the most bizarre people NYC has to offer. From nude individuals, to musicians, to circus performers.. def must see.
Josef Szotten: Well worth a visit if you manage to get in. Crazy shows with anything from circus acts to naked guys playing with their prosthetic arms... Bizarre but entertaining place.A New York experience for sure
Revel In New York: Their acts are very polished and well styled. It’s a mix of variety, burlesque, singers and circus acts. The place looks like the Moulin Rouge. It totally rocks! -Molly Crabapple, Artist Read more.
3. St. Mark's Market
21 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Supermarket · East Village · 40 tips and reviews
DJ Times: Open from 1967 to 1971, the Electric Circus was an experimental psychedelic nightclub which featured performers such as The Grateful Dead and Velvet Underground.
The New York Daily News: PHOTO: In the 1960s this was the Electric Circus nightclub, an experimental hang-out that featured bands like the Velvet Underground. Check out the fancy digs on these party-goers in 67, at the link! Read more.
Logan Kinney: Cheapest iced coffee and they have soy milk!
5. The Slipper Room
8.0
167 Orchard St (at Stanton St.), New York, NY
Music Venue · Lower East Side · 57 tips and reviews
Sara 🌈⚔🍾: Amazing burlesque, music, dance, circus....just a warehouse of talent. Intimate venue and a New York institution.
Angela Reid: The Slipper Room is back up and running again. Great staff, AMAZING performers and good times all around
How To Make It In America: They’re known for their burlesque revues, but go for Seth Herzog’s SWEET comedy show on Tuesdays at 8:30pm. Big name guests. Read more.
6. Diamond Horseshoe
235 W 46th St (btwn 8th Ave & Broadway), New York, NY
Theater · Theater District · 43 tips and reviews
Cesar Razuri: If you're a couple, I hope you get to try the electric paracress, it's a fruit that feels like you're eating pop rocks. Be prepared to kiss :)
Dina Fierro: The newly revamped Theatre, host to Queen of the Night, is absolutely stunning - be sure to take in the design details and, of course, engage with the cast!
Swen Graham: Most fun you can have with your clothes on. Find the Knife Lady & talk true love with her.
7. Circus Restaurante
132 E 61st St, New York, NY
Brazilian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 11 tips and reviews
Heloise Martins: Delicious brazilian food! Cheap and amazing thematic circus decoration!
Eddie Marrero: The Best Brazlian Restaurant in New York City. Intimate and Elegant setting. Reservations preferred. Expensive, but worth the price. Excellent food and service. They never disappoint.
Ms Helene: Salmon was cooked a nice medium but not rare as requested. No potato crust as on the menu. Good sautéed vegetables but avoid the shrimp sauce (get on side). Would not recommend as a foodie spot but ok
8. Dixon Place
8.2
161A Chrystie St (btw Rivington & Delancey), New York, NY
Bar · Lower East Side · 23 tips and reviews
Mariana L: Discover some of the most interesting theater pieces in a great space! Absolutely loved Symphony of Shadows.
FringeNYC: We are so excited that Dixon Place is going to be VENUE #5 at 2011 FringeNYC! Read more.
Little Lord Theater: Home to one of our favorite evenings of performances, Little Theatre, usually the second Monday of the month. Be sure to buy a reasonably-priced drink at the bar to support indie arts programming!
10. Chipotle Mexican Grill
19 Saint Marks Pl (St. Mark's between 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · East Village · 51 tips and reviews
Chipotle Mexican Grill: In the 60's, this was an Andy Warhol nightclub, later followed by the Electric Circus. - Joe
The New York Daily News: PHOTO: In the 1960s this was the Electric Circus nightclub, an experimental hang-out that featured bands like the Velvet Underground. A fashionable crowd waits outside in 67, at the link! Read more.
Jonathan Nguyen: The serving sizes are super size. If you're a couple and are not used to American sized servings start by sharing 1 between 2
12. The NoMad Bar
10 W 28th St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · NoMad · 252 tips and reviews
David Koch: Try Satan's Circus, and work your way towards the library. You won't be disappointed.
Elyse Estrada: Entrance on 28th btwn Broad & 5th or wind your way through the hotel bars until you can't go any further. Sounds silly but get the hot dog, seriously. Get 2. And the Satan's Circus cocktail is godly.
Luke: An elevated gastropub that takes its hot dogs and hamburgers as seriously as it does the tartars and cocktails. On that note, try the satan's circus
Silvia Aki: Pretty restaurant, food and service are very good. They have a huge wine list within all price ranges. The view to Columbus Circus is beautiful!
@JaumePrimero: Order the grilled bread with the burrata. Really enjoyed the selection of Salumi as well. The open faced egg sandwich was delicious as well!
Michelin Travel & Lifestyle: Don’t miss the tramezzini menu at A Voce Columbus, for a quick and savory lunch. - Inspector
14. Madame Tussauds
8.1
234 W 42nd St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Museum · Theater District · 238 tips and reviews
The New York Daily News: PHOTO: In 1954, Hubert's Dime Museum housed a flea circus and other carnival side shows. Click "More Info" to see this pic of classic Times Square! Read more.
Olivia Pritchett: I wish the statues and photo op areas were a little more interactive (I'm comparing it to their Vegas attraction). But the experience was awesome and I really enjoyed the 4D movie and their staff !
Reham Tsh: Be sure to purchase the ticket online you will get it with a lower fare. The bad thing that happened to us when we purchased the tickets and went out there at 8:30 and the were closed !!!