Cellar Dog.

In 2 Shout NY guides.

1. City

   The Best Board Game Cafes in New York City

   The sprawling basement formerly known as Fat Cat is a chaotic, glorious mix of live jazz, pool tables, and cheap drinks.

   Go for: a game of Scrabble scored by a live jazz quartet.

2. Nightlife

   The Best Jazz Clubs in New York City

   A jazz club and pool hall in the old Fat Cat space, with billiards, ping-pong and shuffleboard around the bandstand.

   Go for: a pool game with a trio playing behind you.