Karaoke is one of those things that almost everyone can enjoy. Whether you’re belting out Lady Gaga to a room full of strangers or moodily crooning an indie hit with your closest friends, it’s a fun way to let loose and get some laughs. And luckily, there are plenty of great places to do it in NYC. From swanky private rooms to laid-back bars that feel like your own living room, here are the best spots in town for singing your heart out with your favorite people.
If you’re looking for a swanky spot to sing karaoke in NYC, look no further than Beats Karaoke Cafe. This Lower East Side venue offers 10 private karaoke rooms for parties of 2-35 people. They’re all equipped with a top-of-the-line sound system and a library of more than 80,000 songs in multiple languages, including the latest hits and all-time classics. Plus, they have a variety of drink packages for different party sizes and budgets, including happy hour deals (everyone gets one free shot on Tuesdays) and discounts for ladies.
This Williamsburg karaoke club feels like your own living room, minus the need to vacuum up popcorn crumbs the following day. Husband-and-wife duo Roberto and Zaida Soler Williams converted their commercially zoned townhouse into Lion’s Roar, a karaoke lounge that costs $125 per hour for up to 10. And while you can bring your own food and drinks, they also have a bar menu of signature cocktails and booze.
Another Brooklyn favorite, this karaoke spot is the place to go when you want to feel like a pop star. This massive 11,000-square-foot bar has 18 private rooms that are decked out in a range of pop themes, from Playboy pinup girls to Avengers comic books. They even have bottomless karaoke brunch on weekends, which includes a breakfast entree and 90 minutes of karaoke for $25.
RPM Underground may have a more grungy exterior, but inside, it’s all about the music and having fun. The 11,000-square-foot space is filled with records, pop art, and a variety of other memorabilia from the owners’ collections—making it “one giant time capsule of why people love music,” according to Broadway actor Syndee Winters, who regularly goes there to sing karaoke with her friends. The bar serves beers, wines, cocktails, and shots—and bottle service is available if you have a group of 25 or more.
This karaoke bar in Chinatown may not be as big as some of its competitors, but it still has tons of charm. Its 17 rooms have everything you need to let your inner diva shine, including top-of-the-line microphones and an extensive song selection in both English and Chinese. Plus, it’s BYOB and offers a variety of special discounts throughout the week, including ladies-get-one-free on Thursday and $5 draft beer on Tuesdays. You can even host your next birthday or bachelorette party here. Check out their website for more info.
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