"White Horse Tavern is the coziest Downtown bar that you’ve probably walked right past without noticing. Next time, swing in. The walls and ceiling are completely covered in old photos, paintings, umbrellas, and the occasional birdcage with a can of spam inside. After finding a red velvet sofa to lounge on, order from a menu that’s literally just Sharpie scrawls on a slab of cardboard. It lists things like Irish whiskey, lemonade, and a creation called “Bulls Blood,” which is 50% port, 50% dry Champagne, and 100% what you want. " - aimee rizzo