Bar Etienne

A small West Village room with a polished, slightly Parisian feel, this is the kind of place that works as well for a quick drink at the bar as it does for a longer evening. The cocktail list leans classic in structure but is not afraid of a clever twist, with drinks like a chocolate negroni or tomato martini giving the menu some personality. A short menu of French leaning plates adds to the appeal without distracting from the bar itself. What makes it worth visiting is the balance of style and ease. It feels refined, but never stiff.