Ladybird
If you're looking for an Insta-worthy one-stop to kick off a full-on night out, Ladybird is your place. Situated in the East Village, it dubs itself a "vegetable bar" - an apt description considering veggie-focused tapas and large format cocktails take the spotlight. Order a table's worth of bites and share a boozy punch bowl featuring kombucha.
Ladybird, 111 E 7th St.
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