The banquettes are impossibly comfortable, and the drinks are tall and tasty. Sophisticated bar fare. You can enjoy a conversation with soft live music in the background. Entertainment daily Sunday-Saturday 5:30-8:30 pm and 9:30 pm-12:30 am. Cover US$20-$25 after 9:30 pm. 35 E. 76th St., in the Carlyle Hotel (subway line 5 to 77th Street), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-744-1600. http://www.thecarlyle.com/dine4.cfm.