by joe F. on Best place to Day Drink in NYC hands down. The place is massive tons of seating but on a great day it can be difficult to find a table. Even so, This is the perfect place to come with a group of friends on a warm sunny day! The atmosphere here is the best, its so laid back. You don't have people telling you to give up your table because you aren't spending enough or that will only seat you if you have your whole party present (Boat Basin). You are just hanging out with friends drinking and maybe eating on the water in the sun watching the boats go by against the NYC skyline... who doesn't want that??
by Autumn K. on It's amazing what NOT drinking too much will do for you. You might just fall in love with an old friend all over again. I remember rolling into the Rite Spot several times years ago when I lived in the neighborhood, often after a night out. I never noticed the white table cloths, the candles on the tables, or that fantastic hospitality afforded by the perky blonde biologist behind the bar or the tall, humorous man running the floor (I imagine they're the owners of this establishment). Nadja and I were getting our "smart" on (glasses and all) at a documentary screening across the street last night (hey, it can't all be shopping and pedicures) at Workspace Limited. After a rough day, I needed a cocktail stat. This was a super comfortable place to hop up to the bar solo and read a book while sipping my vodka soda. At happy hour, they were only $4! After the screening, we decided we liked Rite Spot so much we went back to meet up with people. Drinks were still very reasonably priced, my Rite Spot Veggie Burger (with peppers, onions, cheddar, and a huge heap of fries) was outstanding for a mere $7.45. That may be the best deal in the entire Mission as far as I'm concerned. They make a great old fashioned and the biologist bartender will keep you in stitches. She'll also engage you in intelligent conversation. This is my new old favorite and I highly recommend.
by Ivan Meranto on I've been to two bachelorette parties here and this place is always fun. I know it sounds cheesey to go to a male strip bar, but you really get caught up in the mob rule. The men are gorgeous and fun. It's also fun to go dancing out in club Flow after the party.
