3. Lillie’s Victorian Establishment

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An unusual, yet fun bar with both British tea house and Irish pub vibes, Lillie’s Victorian Establishment is can be found in two locations (near Times Square and Union Square).

Both outposts normally boast beautiful stained-glass windows, high ceilings, antique lamps, and Victorian-era art, but during the holiday season the spaces are transformed with beautiful wreaths, baubles, trinkets, and all sorts of colorful decorations. Their seasonal cocktails include the Whiskey Citrus Shandy, the Dirty Old Bastard, and the Mezcal Gold Rush among other classics and specialties. Addresses: 13 East 17th Street and 249 West 49th Street