Socialista

There's no beer, but choose from a variety of wines plus $12 specialty cocktails like the Socialista (vodka, citrus, spiced syrup) and the classic mojito--expect a hefty pour despite the rocks glasses.

A complete menu features assorted Cuban and Spanish-infused delights like mini fried Cuban sandwiches, chicken empanadas and scallops; upstairs, a more limited late-night menu is available.

As surely as they came, the mavens of taste abandoned this nightlife spot. The venue is now closed.

Celeb clubhouse scene overseen by ex-Bungalow 8 doorman Armin Amiri. Occupies way west space briefly known as Salon, now rocking a Batista-era-Cuba vibe. Downstairs is accessible, upstairs not so much. Harvey Weinstein and Sting's wife are onboard, ensuring the VIP lounge stays exclusive, as in $600-table-minimum exclusive. Socialism, you know, just like that $400 Che Guevara t-shirt that you...

In Short
Former Bungalow 8 doorman Armin Amiri must have learned a thing or two working those pearly gates because gaining entry to his Cuban hot spot is more difficult than getting into...