World’s Best Speakeasies: New York City, NY, USA

Manhattan (West)
Little Branch: A tiny brass plaque on the front door leads down a perilous staircase to this mellow cocktail grotto
Raines Law Room: A few steps below street level, this plush lounge features wall buzzers at each table for discreet summoning of additional rounds

Manhattan (East)
Angel’s Share: Established in the mid-90s, it inspired imitators with its low-key vibe.  This essential speakeasy is tucked inside a second-floor Japanese restaurant.
Death & Company: Cedar plank panels and twin iron columns mark this softly lit neo-speakeasy which takes its name from a Prohibition slogan

Manhattan (South)
Apotheke: A onetime opium den hidden down a narrow street, its entrance is marked by a red sign promising Gold Flower Restaurant
Mulberry Project: A nondescript red door marks the entrance to this hush-hush Little Italy destination for season cocktails

Queens
Dutch Kills: A flickering neon sign reading “BAR” is the only tipoff that this place deals in finely mixed drinks