The Best Hotel Bars in NYC, From Classic Martini Haunts to Rooftops With Central Park Views | Condé Nast Traveler

"This French-style bar sits on the sixth floor of the Wythe Hotel in Williamsburg. From chef partners Aidan O'Neal and Jack Leiber, the minds behind Le Crocodile (also located on the premises) and the excellent Greenpoint eatery Chez Ma Tante, Bar Blondeau is so-called for its choice of panelling. Light wood is abundant, it clads not just the floors but also crawls up the walls, the chairs are blond, and so on. When the sun sets, the light sets the palette ablaze in golden-amber halcyon bliss. You can get beer here, of course, or select a fine wine from their extensive list, but you'd really do best to sip a signature cocktail in these surroundings. If whiskey's your thing, go for the Jack Rose (rye and apple brandy, anyone?), while from the food menu the Burger au Poivre (fries included) is not to be missed." - CNT Editors