1. Draught 55
8.2
245 E 55th St (btwn 3rd Ave & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Midtown East · 122 tips and reviews
Michael: Hang out on the couches in the back atrium, put whatever you want on the TV, and flip the switch on the fireplace. Enjoy.
Able Parris: Be sure to hang out in the back room, surrounded by windows, hanging out by the fireplace.
Annie Alfstad: Great for a beer, romantic seating in the back- green room ambiance with a fireplace
2. Lantern's Keep
7.9
49 W 44th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Midtown East · 108 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: One of our favorite Midtown hotel bars, due to the intimate vibe and delicious upscale, classic cocktails. Be sure to snag a seat near the fireplace if possible!
Gothamist: Housed inside the Iroquois Hotel, this intimate spot's kept warm by an elegant gas-powered fireplace, though if that's not enough for you, their cocktails will drum out some of the chill, too. Read more.
Igor Levit: Best speakeasy in midtown. Every cocktail is great, served in an intimate setting. Can get loud.
3. The Campbell
7.8
15 Vanderbilt Ave (Grand Central Terminal), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Midtown East · 269 tips and reviews
Tristan Louis: Find the hidden Campbell Apartment and have drinks by the fireplace.
Michelle Coudon: Beautiful space & extensive menu of "cocktails from another era.". Try the Prohibition Punch, sip at the bar or cozy up by the fireplace. http://MichelleC.tv
Esquire UK: What's in the huge safe in the impressive fireplace? Another safe, apparently...
5. 21 Club
21 W 52nd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Midtown East · 129 tips and reviews
John David Olsen: The burger's are amazing. Ask to sit by the fireplace and grad a drink in the big red chairs.
The Wall Street Journal: The lounge's dark wood paneling, fireplace, Frederic Remington horse paintings, the low lighting, and the men in suits and ties—despite a recent loosening of the dress code—still beckon another age. Read more.
Kenia Collins: Lively atmosphere. Loved the lamb chops (huge!) and the truffle Mac and cheese is to die for.
6. AKA Central Park
8.0
42 W 58th St (Btw 5th & 6th), New York, NY
Hotel · Midtown East · 19 tips and reviews
Carolina Costa: The fireplace @ their lounge is the best part of a busy day in NYC. The staff is always very friendly, and the rooms are great. Loved staying here!!
Tara K: Excellent service by very friendly people. The loose earl grey tea and iced blood orange tea are both excellent choices.
Bergdorf Goodman: Everyone here is exceptionally nice...and the coffee is delicious.Plus, if you're lucky, you'll run into one of my co-workers making an early-morning caffeine run!
8. Bar 44
6.9
44 W 44th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Midtown East · 42 tips and reviews
Examiner.com: Sunken seating areas, plush sofas, modern fireplace and wood slat dividers make for a sleek, sexy environment where nothing is kitsch and all is cozy at this bar at the Royalton. Read more.
Veronique V: English 75 was outstanding; smooth, refreshing, and not too strong. Great date spot.
Lisa: Go with someone special and sit by the fire. Romance begins...
9. Club A Steakhouse
8.2
240 E 58th St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave.), New York, NY
Steakhouse · Midtown East · 83 tips and reviews
Marina: Check out the private room with the fireplace on the 3rd floor if you are having an event. When the weather is nice you can use the balcony!
Holly Cynthia: Everything is great here. Love the bacon app, steak and mac & cheese. Highly recommend tiramisu dessert.
The Corcoran Group: Intimate steakhouse, with a very red interior. Take advantage of their $100 four-course dinner-for-two deal – try the hanger steak with a bottle of malbec.
Westin Hotels & Resorts: Tucked inside Grand Central Station, the Campbell Apartment is truly a hidden gem. With its cozy couches and grand fireplace, the Campbell Apartment is the perfect place for a nightcap. Read more.
Camron King: Westin Grand Central repeat customer here! Love the location and the hotel/rooms are comfortable and clean. May not be the most upscale Westin, but it's on brand and a great property.
Jose Prieto: Other than a name change and facelift this place doesn't impress me. The very small space at front makes check in makes it a free for all.
11. TY Bar
7.1
57 E 57th St, New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Midtown East · 16 tips and reviews
Nikki Beauchamp: Sit at the bar. Chat with the bartenders. Have the sliders .
Alberto Mann: Do not sit near the crabby 30-something wearing a Christmas sweater. His faux French cultural references fall dramatically short. Order an Old Fashioned and hire a pro instead.
The Corcoran Group: You're definitely paying for the atmosphere here at this deluxe Four Season Hotel lounge. Drinks are good, but the real star of the show is the kobe sliders.