Although it's a cramped little sweatbox, Baktun has recently blossomed into a reliable source for quality music in a fun atmosphere. Fridays are generally given over to deep-ish house, with four similarly formatted monthly parties rotating weeks. Midweek events lean toward abstract beats and trip-hop. There are also frequent art shows here, plus a video booth from which projectionists add trippy visuals to the party. Currently, Baktun has no cabaret license, so no dancing.
Hours vary with event.
The spectacularly designed Centro-Fly opened in late 1999 to rave reviews. F, N, R to 23rd St. Hours vary with event. Plenty of models and celebs, too. Call for details on nightly parties, or check out the Clubs section in Time Out New York. F, N, R to 23rd St. Hours vary with event.