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Chic and classy Café Carlyle is New York at its best and is well worth the steep cover charge; Bobby Short can be seen here, and Woody Allen is often part of Monday night jam sessions. Bemelmans Bar features pianists like Barbara Carroll, and a cheaper tab.

An elegant setting for the talented singer-pianist Kathleen Landis and occasional guests, performing Broadway and pop favorites. The food, while pricey, is first rate.

Settle into a banquette and look forward to top entertainers like Maureen McGovern or Julie Wilson. The repertories usually favor American classics, such as Gershwin, Berlin, or Cole Porter. Look around the Algonquin, too, a hotel famous for the “round table” of writers who met here.

No telling who will be at this fun spot in the Theater District – singers, comics, or magicians. There are no big names, and abilities range from amateur to destined-for-stardom. Sometimes even the waiters get into the act.

This is a swank spot to hear artists like guitarist John Pizzarelli, as well as Grammy-nominated vocalist and song writer, co-owner Feinstein.

On Thursday nights, this Viennese confection becomes the city’s most beautiful and atmospheric setting for contemporary cabaret. Shows are at 9pm; a prix-fixe dinner is available at 7pm. Check for current dates and reserve tickets at the museum.

Inside this Thai restaurant in the Theater District, there’s no quibbling with the entertainment on stage, from mellow jazz to Broadway favorites. Old timer Blossom Dearie is often featured.

Refurbished restaurant, cabaret, and lively piano bar with singing waitstaff. The venue books awardwinning cabaret performers with an emphasis on comedy.

The oldest cabaret in town features entertainment from early versions of Nunsense or Mark Twain Tonight , to singers, comedians, drag diva Lady Bunny, or the troupe Funny Gay Males. The raucous shows attract straight and gay.

The ambience here is reminiscent of a 1950s nightclub, and it attracts cabaret enthusiasts and evokes a warm vibe. Open mix nights are popular, when you can bring your own prerecorded music, or sheet music for the inhouse musician.