The newest night spot to sprout out of the Meatpacking District is The Plumm. The former site of Nell's keeps the velvet rope intact, allowing invitation-only attendance. (I only got in by being on the list for a book party.) The room is dark with rich paneled walls aglow with the warm light of large, boxy, orange chandeliers that put the club somewhere between a 19th century men's club and a Shanghai brothel. Low rectangular couches are placed squarely about, giving good sightlines to people-watch across the length of the club. Margaritas were sweetly-tart with just a little salt on the rim. Music was just loud enough to make conversations only slightly difficult. Black and white nude photos by Ian Cutler of shadows and patterns across fine flesh canvases sets a sultry mood. Seeing as how there have been several establishments in this space in the past year or so, I suggest you pick this fruit before it falls -- it may not get the chance to ripen.

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