New York City: Clubs
Gay and lesbian clubs in New York can be some of the most outrageous in the world, while many of the city's non-denominational nightspots have a very open-door policy (as regards sexuality) and often host weekly gay parties. Again, check out the Village Voice ( www.villagevoice.com ) and HX ( www.hx.com ) for the latest in homosexual hip.
J's Hangout
675 Hudson St (at 14th St) tel 212/242-9292.
Very cruisey late-night spot with very dark rooms and a "buff" Sat night. Open nightly from midnight.
La Nueva Escuelita
301 W 39th St (at 8th Ave) tel 212/631-0588.
Exclusive and elusive, this is also one of the city's very best gay clubs. It's all about kitsch, dress-up, salsa and drag and (wo)men. Expect to wait in line for a while.
The Monster
80 Grove St (at Sheridan Square) tel 212/924-3558.
Every night here brings something different, from Latin grooves to retro hits and a Sun afternoon tea dance (free before 8pm, $3 after). Free during the week, $5 at the weekend.
The Web
40 E 58th St tel 212/978-9988.
A predominantly Asian crowd congregates here for theme-party nights and drag competitions ($5-10), as well as Wed night bingo and karaoke Sun (free).
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