Land (not) Ho! Manhattan's best Bars on the Water

My job is pretty sweet-- I get to go out and and party for free...and then write about it. My latest task was to check out bars on the water in Manhattan and decide which were the best of the best. Let me go further in depth of the places that I actually got to go to...

The Frying Pan: Debauchery at its finest. Aboard an old ship you get to drink buckets of Coronas or sip on frozen margs all day long. This place is very reminiscent of college, with a frat-like vibe and spilled drinks galore. Alas, it is a hung place to hang out with your friends during the day.

The Water Club: This place is right on the water and quite elegant inside. However, I opted to dine outside at their more laid-back outdoor bar called The Crow's Nest. Although the service seemed a bit slow, the food (compared to normal bar food) was quite delicious and their drinks were pretty good. The place has a great view of the Queensboro Bridge (much better than the trafficky view from my apt.) and boasts a great atmosphere for casual outdoor drinking.

Cabana: Located on the third floor of the mall at South Street Seaport, this Latin-themed joint knows how to throw down. They have a very extensive drink menu, complete with specialty cocktails (frozen and otherwise), wines, beers, and more. Their food is delicious (and I'm a pretty good judge if I do say so myself, having lived in Spain for a number of months) and its presentation is spectacular. Not to mention a great view overlooking the water.

Want to know all of my recommendations? Check out my article on Sheckys.com!