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Inside Von, you'll find patrons mouthing the words to songs by Atlas Sound: a telltale sign that East Village locals rule this wine bar. They're an artier set, sure, but unlike those frequenting the bars further south, mustaches and loud clothing are kept to a minimum. Equally subtle, the bar's decor is of the speakeasy variety: muted tones, exposed white bricks, antique light fixtures, tin ceilings. As it should be, the flashiest item on display here is the chalkboard drink menu, which advertises a 30+ wine selection. They're all pretty cheap, but nonetheless highly drinkable.
The bears have Chelsea and the professionals have Hell's Kitchen, but where do the relatively hairless and broke gays go to play in Manhattan? Inhabiting the banquette-lined basement of Von, Woahmone might just be the party. Nath Ann Carrera and Savannah Knoop co-DJ this monthly, mixed-queer, mixed-genre soirée, while Nica Ross projects spacey visuals culled from found videos of homemade porn. The music is era-spanning, ranging from the Appalachian bluesman Hasil Adkins to occult... More »
If Dreamboat walks in, VON's candlelit nooks are perfect for smooching in. If not, Von is too dark and everyone is too caught up in their pinot noir to notice your awkward greeting or your date's attempt at '80s chic. Escape is easy: Fake a bathroom break and sneak out the bar's back door. A stylish, surly Chimay drinker may just slip you his number on your way out. More »
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