"The Eagle is NYC’s premier leather bar, where you’ll find the most body hair and the least deodorant. There are two levels at this Chelsea spot, each with its own full bar, and an excellent rooftop for warmer nights. If you don’t come prepared with the proper attire, there’s a leather and fetish gear shop in the industrial elevator which floats between floors—but don’t feel bad if you show up in jeans and a T-shirt, because everyone’s welcome." - rob anderson, matt clifton, nikko duren, neha talreja, bryan kim