The Baylander

The Baylander is my favorite bar in NYC and I miss it all winter while it's closed. The staff are lovely, the music is always great but not too loud to obstruct conversation, and the drinks are delicious.

Update: Stopped in Sunday morning to take a rest break while paddling north and there was a beautiful bride and handsome groom, not sure if they had the wedding or just the reception there but a wonderful setting for such a celebration. Ppppphhhhheeeeewwwww! My dog and I arrived at the ship on my paddle board and it was a welcome break from a strong wind that varied constantly out of the S, then the SW, kicking up an awkward cross chop as we headed home from a paddle up to Inwood. It was a good break and gave me time to look over this retired Navy ship with the interesting history. She often gets referred to as the Navy’s smallest aircraft carrier but that’s not entirely accurate. She was used to train helicopter pilots, from multiple branches of the military, in how to land on and take off from a ship at sea.

Tried to go here on Sunday but it was closed. The sign indicated that it should be open until 9:30, but it was locked and there was no sign explaining why. Lots of people were confused and waiting outside the gate.

To be honest, in all my visits to NY I'd never ventured this far north . . . . . loved it!! Not only did we get ridiculously beautiful sunsets but what a great vibe on the boat, and food/wine - highly recommend!!!