You know it's almost summer when the sangria comes out, part deux

SouthWest NY
Financial District
225 Liberty Street (in Two World Financial Center)
New York, NY 10281
212-945-0528
www.southwestny.com

Financiers and Mid-Town types alike flock to SouthWest's outdoor patio for after work drinks and stay through nightfall, and for good reason. SouthWest provides the best of a lively happy hour vibe with the right touch of class. Though in the heart of depressing investment banker-land, this bar/restaurant draws a younger and less stuffy crowd than one may expect. SouthWest boasts an impressive selection of margaritas, but I'm most impressed with their white wine sangria which is the perfect refreshing summer drink and cheap at only $6 per glass! Grab one and relax river-side at a table, or join the crowd at the outdoor mini-bar. The food menu is also quite comprehensive (and actually not at all southwestern...whatever made you think it was?) with everything from apps to fresh fish. While my friends munched on SouthWest's creative salads, I opted to look like a fat-ass in front of the cute waiter and order a burger. But that's okay because it was delicious, the wind was blowing in my hair, and it's summer so I can do whatever I want! And you know what, even in the winter the indoor component of SouthWest is still pretty damn cool.
Rating: 4 stars