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Common Country Brings Honky-Tonk Vibes to Kips Bay
December 17, 2024, 8:22.50 pm ET

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New York City continues to embrace its country-loving alter ego, with an influx of honky-tonk-inspired hangouts, from Gottscheer Hall’s Honky Tonkin’ in Queens to Williamsburg’s Desert 5 Spot and FiDi’s Daisy Duke. Now, Common Country, a 3,400-square-foot ode to rustic charm and boot-scootin’ nightlife has arrived in Kips Bay.

The lively sister to Meatpacking’s Common Ground, Common Country delivers an urban cowboy vibe unlike anything Manhattan has seen before. The space, adorned with farmhouse beams imported from Kentucky feels like a rustic retreat. The real magic, however, lies in its lineup of programming: line dancing nights that transform the dance floor into a hoedown, lively karaoke sessions perfect for belting out country-pop hits, and weekend DJ sets and live bands to keep the party going.

On the menu, Southern-inspired bites meet Tex-Mex flair, with standouts like Texas Twinkies—fried, cheese-stuffed jalapeños—Elote Fritters, a Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, and the crowd-pleasing Bloomin’ Onion with housemade ranch. Behind the bar, whiskey takes center stage, with a robust selection of Tennessee and Kentucky-leaning whiskey, craft beer and Southern-inspired cocktails such as Bourbon Lemonade and Spiked Sweet Tea.

“Much more than a honky-tonk, Common Country is a unique addition to nightlife as the city’s first hybrid country bar and performance venue, bringing a dynamic urban cowboy vibe to Manhattan,” says Noah Aussems, Managing Partner, highlighting the bar’s unique mix of down-home charm and urban energy.

For New Yorkers ready to embrace the yeehaw spirit, Common Country offers a perfect place to grab a drink, hit the dance floor, and experience the country renaissance—New York City style.



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