The Fourth of July is less than a week away, which means it’s almost time for fireworks, BBQs and your very best Americana garb. Not heading to the Hamptons or the shore? Below are a few ways to celebrate the nation’s big b-day in the Big Apple.
July 3rd
Evelyn Drinkery is kicking off the holiday with music by the John Baab Trio (7:30pm-10:30pm) and Dj $mall ¢hange (11pm-late), while offering Bacardi cocktails (specially priced from 6pm-8pm) and Tiger beer ($5 all night, $9 with a shot). 171 Avenue C, New York, NY 10009.
July 4th
Geoffrey Zakarian’s The Lambs Club is celebrating the holiday with a bourbon-themed menu, from chicharron-crusted pork ribs with a bourbon mustard glaze, to the Gold Rush cocktail, with Elijah Craig 12 Year Bourbon, Lemon and Honey ($25). Ribs will also be available a la carte ($12). The special will be served from Monday, July 1st through Sunday, July 7th. 132 West 44th Street, NYC 10036.
BBQ season is in full swing at Landmarc, where they will be offering a smoked BBQ brisket sandwich on a brioche bun with pickled red onions, all alongside cheddar fries and cole slaw ($17). After all, nothing is more American that good ol’ barbeque. Landmarc (Tribeca), 179 West Broadway, New York, NY 10013.
Riverpark is celebrating the 4th with BBQ favorites alongside red, white & blue sangria and house-made iced teas and lemonades. The restaurant is also hosting live music from Sea Monsters, Ski Lodge and Rocket & the Ghost, with bocce ball and ping-pong on the restaurant’s terrace from 2pm to 6pm. Tickets are $95 per person, $65 for those under 21 & kids get in free. 450 East 29th Street, New York, NY 10016.
Richard Sandoval’s restaurant, MAYA, will be showing its patriotism with $6 specialty Stars & Stripes margaritas, in addition to a bottomless brunch that includes unlimited small plates & brunch cocktails for just $35. 1191 First Avenue (between 64th and 65th Streets).
‘witchcraft will be throwing a party at Chelsea Piers, featuring exclusive waterfront views of the fireworks from 6-10pm. The momentous evening will included an open beer and wine bar, as well as a party menu featuring sliders, lobster rolls, desserts and more. Tickets are $125 person and $55 for under 21 guests and can be purchased here.
Pera will be hosting a five course boundless barbeque 4th of July menu for $29 and offering diners exclusive rooftop access for firework viewing. You can supplement your meal with their $21 boundless beverage option, featuring unlimited house wines, beer, watermelon martinis and soft drinks. 54 Thompson St, NYC 10012.
Nathan’s Famous is hosting its annual hot dog eating competition at 11:30am, with pre-contest entertainment starting at 10:30am. Thirty participants will be vying for the first place title, which Joey “Jaws” Chestnut holds from last year’s victory. 1310 Surf Ave, (at Stillwell Ave), Brooklyn, 11224.
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