The Waiting Room

Modern speakeasies no longer require the leather couches, cigars, and extensive bourbon selections of yesteryear. The spaces can be groovy, chill, and sexy, like the newest addition to Midtown, The Waiting Room. The bar is perched on top of Bon Ton and carries a distinctly eclectic ‘70s vibe. The lounge, with shag-covered seating and moody neon lighting, draws crowds for the aesthetic alone, but the curated cocktail menu keeps folks coming back for more. Try the New Age with tamarind grenadine, orange acid, and absinthe, or the Head Held High with rum, raw sugar, and lime. Live music and DJ sets begin at 10 pm each night.