SOHO HOUSE CITY GUIDES

A guide by members, for members to all the

best places to eat, drink, shop, party and meet.
Discover the Soho House side of the city.
I N PA R T N E R S H I P W I T H TA K E M E H O M E
 An insider’s guide to New York WELCOME

Welcome to New York – we’re members, but no matter where

thrilled you’re here with us. you plan to base yourself
Now that you’ve arrived, it’s during your stay, there’s
time to settle in at the Houses, always so much to discover.
grab a glass of something cold
and plan your visit in the city Whether you want to shop for
that never sleeps – one we’ve the best vintage fashion finds,
now been happy to call home see the latest art exhibition or
for the past two decades. theater production, or eat and
drink your way through the
Soho House New York, our five boroughs, consider this
first location in the US, opened – our first-ever printed New
in 2003 in the little-known York city guide, created in
Meatpacking District. Since partnership with our friends
then, we’ve opened two more at Antler and featuring some
clubs in the city in our favorite top tips from our members
neighborhoods: Ludlow House in the know – the ultimate
on the Lower East Side and companion to making the
DUMBO House in Brooklyn. most of your trip.
We’ve got our eye on more
exciting spots to come both Markus Anderson, Soho House
in and out of the city for our Chief Membership Officer
FO R T H OSE W HO TRAVE L O F T E N. S INC E 1914.
An insider’s guide to New York WELCOME

New York remains the city of Building. It is the birthplace

ambition, with the competition of hip-hop, and packed with
here for clubs, retail, art, color, energy and possibility.
music and fashion tougher As wildly busy in a club at 3am
than anywhere else in the in Brooklyn on a Sunday as it
world. Author Tom Wolfe, the is at 9am on Wall Street on
Charles Dickens of New York, a Monday, the frenetic pace all
once described the place as adds to the appeal. It’s the city
‘the irresistible destination of by which all other cities measure
all those who insist on being themselves, and a place that
where things are happening’. we are proud to call home.

New York bristles with global Head to the member

landmarks: Times Square, benefits section of the
Central Park, the Statue of Soho House app to enjoy
Liberty and the Empire State 20% off Antler suitcases
Everywhere you can find NEIGHBORHOODS
our Houses in New York

Meatpacking District
The atmospheric cobblestone
streets of the Meatpacking
District have come a long way
since their slaughterhouse
origins, and they now play
host to some of the city’s most
stylish boutiques, salons, clubs,
bars, restaurants, and hotels.
The newly relocated Whitney
Museum of American Art and
the High Line – an elevated park
built on a former railway line
– complete the transformation.
Soho House New York (opposite)
also calls Meatpacking home.
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DUMBO Lower East Side

Sitting between the Brooklyn While booming nightlife,
and Manhattan bridges, exceptional restaurants,
the DUMBO neighborhood independent boutiques and
(opposite) is known for galleries have continued to
its cobblestone streets, reinvigorate the area, the
converted factory brick Lower East Side hasn’t
buildings, art galleries, and lost touch with its immigrant
creative restaurants and roots. Among the graffiti-
shops. Since opening in 2018, lined streets, each morning
DUMBO House has served as Jewish delis and pickle shops
an oasis from the city chaos, still see queues right around
a nightlife destination, and the block. Head to Ludlow
home to unparalleled views House for a Soho-infused
of the Manhattan skyline. taste of the area.
The art you’ll find around ART
our New York Houses

Art is integral to the identity Prince, Rashid Johnson, Joyce

and ethos of Soho House, and Pensato, and Mark Bradford.
each of our locations in New
York has a unique collection Meanwhile, the views offered
that both reflects and sets by DUMBO House’s location
the tone for the club. – our first in Brooklyn – provided
the jumping off point for a
Refreshed in summer 2023 collection that’s inspired by and
by our Global Director of Art, themed around architecture.
Kate Bryan, Soho House New It includes contributions from
York’s art collection features Zoë Buckman, who presents the
museum-level artists who were architecture of the body, Awol
born, based or trained in the Erizku’s striking work that
city. These include Derrick blends photography, sculpture
Adams, Adam Pendleton, and collage, and Hank Willis
Christopher Myers (opposite), Thomas’s textile work in the
Tschabalala Self, Cassi Namoda, lobby, which is an inquiry into
Sheree Hovsepian, Jules de identity and Americanness.
Balincourt, and Jenny Holzer.
With its location on the Lower
The collection also features East Side, Ludlow House is the
a younger generation of talent, epitome of downtown cool with
such as b. chehayeb, Ficus the art collection to match.
Interfaith, Maia Cruz Palileo, Curated by Francesca Gavin,
Coumba Samba, and Nasim it features the work of creative
Hantehzadeh. The majority icons such as Nan Goldin and
of the original monochromatic George Condo, who made New
collection has been reinstalled York their home and, in doing
in a maximalist hang in the Vinyl so, transformed the city into
Room, which includes Richard the cultural hub it is today.
The member picks: ART
art spots to visit
Selected by Nana Lee, director,
Viva Cabana and BLANK SPACE

1 Marianne Boesky Gallery gallery (opposite) is dedicated

Located at its flagship space in to sharing the narratives
Chelsea, the gallery hosts solo of feminist, Black, Asian
and group shows that push the American, and queer artists.
frontiers of contemporary art. ryanleegallery.com
Its Aspen exhibition was built
on a lasting connection with 4 Harper’s
the art community of the city Founded in 1997, Harper’s
in Colorado, giving New Yorkers explores the relationship
a glimpse into this niche world. between fine art and print
marianneboeskygallery.com media. Contemporary works are
shown in Harper’s Apartment,
2 Morrison Hotel Gallery which is set up like a typical
Situated on Prince Street, this New York apartment, so that
gallery specializes in music you can experience the concept
photography and showcases of a ‘gallery’ in a new way.
iconic images of musicians and harpersgallery.com
bands. Spanning multiple eras
and genres, visitors can explore 5 BLANK SPACE
the rich history of music. This cutting-edge gallery is
morrisonhotelgallery.com dedicated to the blend of visual
art and culture, showcasing
3 Ryan Lee Gallery an array of talented artists. Via
Here, you’ll find a range of captivating pop-up exhibitions
artistic mediums, including and a private viewing gallery
photography, sculpture and in Chelsea, it continues to
mixed media installations, with redefine the art experience.
an emphasis on innovation. The blankspaceart.com
Eat and drink your way FOOD & DRINK
around our New York Houses

Sipping a Negroni or a Gin burgers, Italian-inspired plates,

& Tonic with a poolside view and plant-based dishes.
of New York City stretched out
before you in all its glory just At Ludlow House, the open-plan
as the sun is about to set. What Lou’s Kitchen and Bar (named
next? How about something after Lou Reed) serves cocktails
to eat? Perhaps a wood-fired and familiar club staples. The
pizza or plate of Cacio e Pepe? highlight, however, is Duckedup
Dinner and drinks have never (opposite) – a Cantonese food
looked or felt so good. It’s one concept that makes its debut
of the key attractions of Soho here. Located on the top floor
House, and something that of the building, the airy
our Brooklyn and Manhattan restaurant has a retractable
locations offer like nobody else. skylight canopy and offers
dim sum classics, rice and
The food and drinks selection noodle bowls, and Peking duck.
at Soho House New York, Meanwhile, at DUMBO House,
DUMBO House and Ludlow cocktails can be enjoyed while
House offers favorites from taking in the epic views of
our House Regulars repertoire, Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan
such as wood-fired pizzas, Bridge on the East River.
The member picks: FOOD & DRINK
where to eat and drink
Selected by Juan Pablo
Martinez, venture
capital investor

1 Le Dive and Cervo’s have you sipping something

Start your night by having more exciting than your average
a drink at Le Dive, an airy $10 Pinot. The true stars here
Parisian bar with tables that are the ever-evolving dishes,
spill onto the sidewalk. Then, like the Fried Chicken and
head to Cervo’s, which serves Grilled Sun Shrimp.
an Iberian menu, including fourhorsemenbk.com
clams in vinho verde and
chicken with piri piri. 4 Thai Diner
ledivenyc.com, cervosnyc.com In a city that’s full of Thai
joints, this one is a standout
2 Taqueria Ramirez and serves a tasty fusion of
and Bar Americano flavors. Favorites include the
Taqueria Ramirez (opposite) Baan Salad, Fried Chicken
specializes in delicious tacos Laab, and Khao Soi Kaa Kai.
– I’d recommend the Suadero thaidiner.com
and Pastor. Then, take a stroll
to Bar Americano. Inspired by 5 Bar Pisellino and Via Carota
the aperitivo bars of Northern Prepare to be transported to
Italy, top off your meal with the streets of Rome in the heart
a Martini or Americano. of West Village. Pisellino is the
taqueriaramirezbk.com, ideal spot to enjoy a cocktail
baramericanonyc.com while waiting for a table at
Via Carota across the street.
3 The Four Horsemen Suggestion: Negronis and
This restaurant and wine bar is Cacio e Pepe potato chips.
a shrine to natural wines that’ll barpisellino.com, viacarota.com
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12 Chickee’s Vintage 15
26 Empire State Building
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15 192 Books
16 Metropolis Vintage
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17 Dizzy’s Club 16 14 8
18 The Django
19 Public Records C 7
20 Paul’s Casablanca 20 28
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21 The McKittrick Hotel 29
22 Gertrude’s Nose 10
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23 Appalachian Boardwalk
24 Kaaterskill Falls
25 Anthony Wayne Rec Area 6
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27 Fort Wadsworth
28 Il Buco
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31 The Palm Court
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The member picks: SHOPPING
cool places to shop
Selected by Nathan
Watson, stylist

1 Chickee’s Vintage accessories from the 1900s

Nestled in Williamsburg is to 1970s. Some of the rarest
the tiniest and chicest curated pieces in my collection
vintage shop. You can expect are sourced from here.
a beautiful selection from @stockvintagenyc
Jil Sander, Chanel, Prada,
and Celine. With a men’s shop 4 192 Books
around the corner, there’s One of my favorite gems,
something for everyone. 192 Books (opposite) is a
chickeesvintage.com bookstore that offers literary
fiction, works in translation,
2 Cibone art and photography, film and
Cibone is a real feast for the poetry, etc. I love that it hosts
eyes. It has the best selection readings by distinguished
of pottery, hand-blown glass, writers and artists, too.
furniture, and textiles. I often 192books.com
visit to feel inspired and, on
occasion, add a new piece 5 Metropolis Vintage
to my collection. An NYC institution for more
cibone-us.com than 30 years, it specializes
in vintage denim, T-shirts,
3 Stock Vintage workwear, sportswear and
This one may get me in trouble, outerwear, with weekly drops.
because it has been gate-kept Attracting A-list and celebrity
by fashion insiders and stylists. customers, you know there
The store is a treasure trove will always be amazing pieces.
of antique men’s clothing and metropolisvintageonline.com
The must-buys to take home SHOPPING
in your Antler suitcase

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1 The art 4 The towel

‘Portrait Of Her’ by Joji Soho House New
Nakamura, $2,220 York Pool Towel, $85
cibone-us.com sohohome.com

2 The T-shirt 5 The book

Vintage Coltrane Tee, $425 The Vertical Imagination
chickeesvintage.com And The Crisis Of
Transatlantic Modernism
3 The fragrance by Paul Haacke, $167
Kouro Fragrance 192books.com
Burner #01, $180
cibone-us.com
Own the night at our NIGHTLIFE
New York Houses

A rolling program of diverse all-vinyl set, with longtime

events – all tailored to the collaborator DJ Alizay, DJ
unique atmosphere and mix of B-Sharp, and special guests.
people at each of our locations
– means that the good times At Soho House New York,
never stop in New York City. guests were able to transport
themselves for one night
Our Sound Sessions at DUMBO only to Dubai at our Habibi
House offer laid-back vibes Summer Nights event.
on the rooftop (opposite), Hosted by members Nadine
hosted by DJs such as the Elmasri and Magdy Osman
Atlanta-raised Zillion, one of in collaboration with Coalition
the hottest creatives to emerge For The Homeless in New
out of New York. DUMBO House York, it featured belly dancing
also took a moment to celebrate and other live performances.
the 50th anniversary of hip-hop
with Diggin’ Thru The Crates, At Ludlow House, our Sound
a one-of-a-kind exhibition with Sessions have got everyone
legendary DJ and producer on their feet with DJs such as
Young Guru. Attendees dug Jamesy and Jun-iLL playing
through old and new vinyl, and hip-hop, R&B, afrobeats,
the evening also featured Guru’s and dancehall classics.
The member picks: NIGHTLIFE
where to dance the night away
Selected by Jeffery Miller,
musician, and Abigail Hirsch,
content manager

1 Dizzy’s Club Brooklyn, but what you really

Not only is the ambience of come here for is the music.
this club (opposite) lovely, It has an elite sound system,
but the musicians here are plays vinyl, and is one of the
also some of the best in the best music venues in the city.
world. There are main sets publicrecords.nyc
at 7.30pm and 9.30pm, as well
as late-night sessions starting 4 Paul’s Casablanca
at 11.15pm on certain nights. If dancing is what you’re after,
jazz.org/dizzys-club check out Paul’s Casablanca
– a famous NYC hotspot.
2 The Django Owned by Paul Sevigny
If you want to feel like you’re (Chloë’s brother), this is
at an underground jazz club the place to have a night.
in Paris, head here. As soon paulscasablanca.com
as you walk in, it’s hard not to
fall in love with that disco ball 5 The McKittrick Hotel
against the red backdrop. You This hotel is home to a live
can tell the acts that play here immersive theater experience
love what they do, too – and known as Sleep No More.
you’ll enjoy them even more Not only does it activate
with one of Django’s cocktails. all of your senses as you put
thedjangonyc.com on a mask and follow the
cast around the building, but
3 Public Records there’s also a fun post-show
Public Records is a vegan moment with a full band.
restaurant and bar in Gowanus, mckittrickhotel.com
The member picks: EXPLORE
stroll, hike and cycle your way
around New York, beyond the
city and into the surrounding
areas on the east coast
Selected by Jeremy Asgari,
founder, Outsiders

1 Gertrude’s Nose has great views of the valleys

This is one of my favorite hikes and mountains. It also has
on the east coast. I start at the prettiest fall foliage. The
Lake Minnewaska, then walk main highlight, though, is
through a wooded area, before the waterfall (opposite).
getting out on the ridge line,
which leads to the stunning 4 Anthony Wayne
view at Gertrude’s Nose. Recreation Area
This is a hike I do every year
2 Appalachian Boardwalk during Oktoberfest. It’s a loop
and Stairway to Heaven that has a few summits, but
Combining two trails in one, nothing too strenuous. It takes
I start at the Appalachian you up to some great views,
trail boardwalk – a scenic flat down into wooded valleys,
walk over a marshy area that then ends at an authentic
leads to woods and a cow Oktoberfest festival.
pasture. The second part is
a hike up Stairway to Heaven, 5 Mount Minsi (winter hike)
taking you to a gorgeous I do this hike every winter, as
view and the ideal lunch spot. it stays green all year. The trail
is lined with rhododendrons,
3 Kaaterskill Falls which keep their green leaves
The furthest of all the hikes I'm throughout the cold season.
recommending, this trail has There’s also a little waterfall and
a section along a cliff edge that such a rewarding summit view.
Behind the design of DESIGN
our New York Houses

Soho House New York in the York. Behind its delicate, finely
Meatpacking District – our molded stone facade, you’ll
first club in the US – is set find a selection of eclectically
over six floors and 45,000 sq ft designed spaces, offering the
of a converted warehouse in kind of laid-back comfort for
Manhattan’s vibrant Chelsea which we have become known.
area. The rooftop pool is as
famous for its view as it is for Occupying the sixth and
appearing in the Sex And The seventh floors of a former
City movie. Inside, a ‘grit and brick factory, Mexican
glamour’ approach to the decor architect Luis Barragán was
in the club – which includes a key influence on both the
booth seating, open fireplaces, interior and exterior spaces
tea-stained wallpaper and of DUMBO House. Known for
reclaimed wood fixtures – his bold and colorful houses,
offers a home away from home it was this playful element
for our community of creatives. that inspired the pink concrete
roof used on the rooftop bar, in
Ludlow House (opposite) addition to plenty of rich velvet
occupies a 143-year-old furnishings in purple, ocher
Neo-Gothic building in the and teal. The expansive space
Lower East Side, and was of DUMBO House features
previously a gold leaf factory floor-to-ceiling windows,
before being transformed into making the most of the skyline
our second location in New views of the East River.
The member picks: DESIGN
all of New York’s hottest
architecture spots
Selected by Kyle P Burke,
master builder

1 Fort Wadsworth relief that illustrates Montauk

Visiting this abandoned Indian myths. Even though
19th-century fort on the it’s a private club, they’ll often
Verrazano Narrows (opposite) let you look around. Combine
is a lovely way to spend an a visit with lunch or dinner on
afternoon. Explore the ruins, Vanderbilt Avenue, which has
enjoy the views, and picnic on some of the best restaurants
the grounds. Combine this with in Brooklyn (Olmsted, Faun,
taking the Staten Island ferry, Alta Calidad, and LaLou).
which is free, and it’s the best
way to see the city from afar. 4 Fort Tilden at the
Jacob Riis Park
2 Il Buco Set on the beach and dunes
This restaurant was originally an west of the Rockaways, this
antiques store, which is woven makes for a great outing,
into its design language. With along with checking out the
two sites in the city and one in abandoned military buildings
The Hamptons, all of them are set in a grassy landscape.
magical. At the 47 Bond Street
restaurant, book a table in 5 The Palm Court
the wine cellar, if available at The Plaza Hotel
(sometimes it hosts events). A beautiful example of Beaux
Arts architecture, The Palm
3 The Montauk Club Court is known for its high tea.
Impressive both inside and out, Inspired by nearby Central Park,
the exterior features masonry it features palm trees, trellis
and metalwork, including a stone detailing, and cane furnishings.
 Still on the hunt for more New York must-dos?

Visit the ‘Travel Tips’ section of the Connect feed in the

Soho House app to find other members for city-break gold.

Contributors: Markus Anderson, Jeremy Asgari, Kyle P Burke,

Avia Hawkins, Jakob Hesketh, Abigail Hirsch, Nana Lee,
Juan Pablo Martinez, Jeffery Miller, Dana Mosa-Basha,
Kimani Roquemore, Nathan Watson. Writer: Alfred Tong.
Photographers: Dave Burk, Kirsten Francis, David Prince.
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