I'm currently interning at a fund on Madison Avenue. I was wondering where interns hang out after work. Are there any bars or restaurants that interns really "swarm". I'm hoping to find a few cool new people this summer and expand my network.
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statue of liberty is wher i hang out in all my free time
Johnny Utah's, The Frying Pan, Tonic East, 13th Step, these are all young people hotspots. Each of them tends to run on the fratty side, especially Johnny U's and 13th Step. Frying Pan is a phenomenal lazy weekend spot. Hope this helps.
Wow, this is ridiculously accurate. I'm guilty of going to all those places with fellow interns and college buddies more than a few times.
I'll vouch for the Frying Pan, definitely a good spot.
Don't mind me. Just pissing on this thread so I can remember it later on.
Thought the same exact thing when I read that list. Been to every single one of those spots this summer, also with interns.
Turtle Bay is a intern spot but its always packed.
Scores
I just stay at home and jerk off senselessly!
You looking for where to avoid?
Turtle Bay $1 beers... ahh the good old days when I didn't mind that place....life was simpler...
This +10. I am not even that old, but it definitely feels weird going to places like that unless you've graduated in 2011 or later.
But yes, any place with cheap drinks and fratty atmosphere (Murray Hill, etc.) will host a throng of interns. Its interesting as fuq too, b/c these guys get shat on allll day but once they hit the bar, they become as smug as a seasoned trader who just got done whipping around 5 yards intraday. When in actuality, the most important thing they did for the desk that day was succesfully order a bag of cheeseburgers.
hahahaha im dying...over here you'll see guys that work for Citi (back back back office) walk around with their IDs out around their necks and talk about how they work for citi and how important they are
Johnny Utahs, Joshua Tree, Pourhouse, 13th step, dorians, saloon, stumble inn, tin lizzies, ulysess, fiddle sticks, turtle bay
All fratty
1-25 are all intern spots
http://www.complex.com/city-guide/2011/12/the-25-douchiest-bars-in-nyc
[quote=Johnny Ringo]1-25 are all intern spots
http://www.complex.com/city-guide/2011/12/the-25-douchiest-bars-in-nyc[…]
HAHA.
I thought you were just kidding until I actually read through the list. These spots just reek of douche during the summer month's. And its funny because you never get the heavy hitters hitting these spots up. Just a bunch of interns, a handful of junior guys that didnt get invited out with the sr guys/brokers/clients, and even more ultra-back-rear-end office employee's. I am not being an elitist or anything, but none of those groups should have any reason to be douchey at all.
Rule #1 of douchiness- the biggest douche bags never have ANY reason to be. The biggest douches I know didnt even go to college and live in their parent's basement. It makes perfect sense really, considering not being a douche is a pre-req to success.
[quote=Johnny Ringo]1-25 are all intern spots
http://www.complex.com/city-guide/2011/12/the-25-douchiest-bars-in-nyc[…]
I like how the guide confirms my long-held opinion of the LES as "one of the last undouchified neighborhoods standing".
What's wrong with bit loafers?
Maybe I'm just contrarian but I despise the Frying Pan. It's ok for the novelty the first time you go, but after that it's kind of old hat. It's a fucking hike to the train, the food is TERRIBLE, the waitresses and bartenders are lazy, they beer selection is awful (I think they only have Corona, actually - might be wrong), it's more expensive than its worth, and it is close to nothing - which sucks when you're ready to find a new spot. It is the quintessential overrated NYC spot
Agree with this 1000%. Whenever it is nice out, the place is fucking packed. Whenever it's shitty out, there is no reason to go there. A bucket of beer is like $60. I would rather slum it out daydrinking at McSorley's than go to the Frying Pan.
Also ... McSorley's ....... mmm.
Walking into Turtle Bay is liking walking to into STD zone.
"It also has to do with the new money - old money dichotomy"
Definitely this, but even more importantly (not to sound corny) its the whole "eye of the beholder" thing. For example, you could bust your ass your whole life to get to the top of some PE firm and finally get it and feel like the man. Then you could go to some midwestern state and meet some absolute smoke show who could care less about what PE is or what position you hold there.
A lot of ppl on this site get way too carried away about what justifies "success" and the ego boost that often comes with it. WSO gives the impression that 100% of ppl base their value on income and wealth, when it reality that number is WAYYYYY lower. Theres a ton of ppl out there with big ass egos that arent making a lot of money. I dont think any1s really in a position to say that they "shouldn't" have a big ego, its just that they get their rocks off by something besides money.... to each his own I suppose
Joshua Tree. Hang out by the DJ booth. That is all.
Just roll out in shorts or jeans or something. Bar is the shit and #1 douchiest. They just got rid of their old doormen so anyone who was a regular will need to be prepared.
1Oak
Now we're talking. I stopped going there since the fund is running low.
Meatpacking is full of hot overpriced girls...I rather hit up a trashy jersey spot, much more fun! haha.
Also you just spent a full day at the office, why do you want to talk about work with other interns. There are 75% of other people there that are just enjoying a beer and life..
one more thing, who cares about the guys..All that matters are the girls at the bar.
Boat Basin on a sunny saturday or sunday..back in school we used to go..it's a 100% Bro-verload
going back to the OP, "I'm hoping to find a few cool new people this summer and expand my network" (i.e., I want to bang 20 year old girls)...haha, well played sir.
On weekdays just hang out at home and conserve energy... after a month or two these jobs will get to you. Enjoy your weekends though. Don't oversleep on Sunday cause getting to bed may be tough.
Boring advice but save all the stereotypical craziness until you get a FT offer and have some financial security.
JOSHUA TREE!!!!
I would recommend the following: Stumble Inn, The 13th Step, Off the Wagon, and 3 Sheets Saloon.
Public House Brass Monkey Biergarten Empire Hotel
In that case, I should list their other locations as well then. And no, I don't work for them. My friend did a bachelor party with them and and recommended them to me. Since then I've visited a bunch of their bars and found great service. Also, the Stumble Inn has great stuffed burgers that I enjoy so you're welcome to try those.
side note- there's a reason their bars were already mentioned by several other people in this thread.
Take a trip to Williamsburg if you know what I mean
What about Pianos on the Lower East Side? It is a hipster bar/indie music venue during the week but attracts a lot of finance people on weekends for their dance parties (up and downstairs). I have met FT people from JP Morgan, GS and a number of other shops there. In fact the first time I went to that place was with a friend that worked at a HF. I have met graduate students in finance and interns there as well.
I guess it's become validation for some people. It's just a job, not one's identity. These are still people that your communicating with.
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