Raines Law Room Chelsea

On March 23, 1896, a new law came into effect in New York that banned the sale of alcohol on Sundays, with one exception: hotels were still allowed to serve drinks. Named after Assemblyman John Raines, the law became known as the Raines Law. The Raines Law Room in the Flatiron District takes inspiration from this bit of history. It is a hidden speakeasy that you enter by ringing a discreet bell.

The bar itself is full of twists and turns, with small seating areas designed to feel like hotel rooms. The drinks are consistently creative and some of them feature unusual ingredients such as rare mezcal or ginger shochu.