New York

The Bushwick/Bed-Stuy border never looked so safe! This well-known slightly out-of-the-way music venue hasn't gotten quite a million reviews yet, so I thought I'd give it another. A relaxed, junk/antique-filled hole-in-the-wall, GBM exudes a shabby charm! A traveler's spirit! The shelves are stacked with out-of-print reading materials, the boxes are filled with records; an old-time pale ale is served at the tiny bar. The bar to perform doesn't seem so high, but owner Steve T. will allegedly only invite you back if he likes you. So go! Wine will be served (secrets will be spilled!), bands will be listened to and computer time will be rented out to the computer-desirous. The whole frilly, dilapidated space will be yours for the meandering for the duration of your nighttime stay. Did I mention the $1 meat patties (at any bodega) down the street? Don't forget your switchblade.

Photo:  Rebecca Katherine Hirsch