Studio 21 59 West 21st Street Map it
click image to enlarge	Location: Flatiron District Venue Type: Bar Music: Top 40's, Hip Hop, Rock and 80's

Vibe: As we all learned from watching rap videos growing up, concrete stoops and recording studios are where all the cool shit goes down. Luckily, there’s no need to crowd all your friends onto your front steps to make your birthday party hot: New York’s Studio XXI takes the idea of a posh recording studio and turns it into a sleek Chelsea lounge that drops the paper-bagged 40s and ushers in the bottle poppin’ that every party deserves.

Spot: New York’s new addition to the Chelsea nightlife and party scene, Studio XXI is a celeb-friendly hotspot that mirrors an upscale recording studio, decorated with gold records on the walls and a long bar that’s design invokes the image of a sound board, with audio bars adorning it. A long room with plenty of banquette seating, antique mirrors, exposed brick, dark wood flooring, and a high-tech DJ booth complete with acoustic-enhancing foam round out the ambiance, all without your friends having to hear your vocal argument for why you deserve time in a real recording studio (although we’re sure you’ll be involved in some sing-a-longs as the drinks start flowing).

The Deal: A great spot to make your birthday party upscale without getting lost in the white noise of template New York lounges, Studio XXI keeps it fresh to death with unique styling, beautiful wood detailing, luxurious seating, and an edge that keeps it urban-chic rather than over-the-top-chic. You may even find yourself partying with some famous faces, in which case, a word of caution: Leave those copies of your mix tapes at home.

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