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Redesigned, renamed, and reopened under the aegis of Henri, Eric, and Stephane, three French nightlife impresarios who, between them, have been responsible for Cielo, Purple, and the sexiest half of last year’s 205 Chrystie craze, 105 Riv is their latest venue. Ostensibly part the of the Rivington Hotel but no longer accessible through it, the newly reincarnated lounge leans more toward cozy and convivial than the all-out debauchery that typified their earlier spots. There’s a glowing, horseshoe bar, a raised lounge area with comfy black leather banquettes, and just enough open space for dancing when the beats hit the mark. In attendance is an eclectic international crowd taking refuge from the overdone tourist-hipster scene swirling on the streets outside. 105 puts its best foot forward on the weekends when DJ Neil and occasionally local favorite Alex from Tokyo spin soulful house music in this low-key but sultry environment. It’s the closest to Europe you can get on the Lower East Side.

105 Rivington Street    +212.475.2600