Copper Smith Bar & Grill   

793 9th Ave
New York, NY 10019
212-957-2994
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This neighborhood hangout adheres to the nice-but-not-too-nice bar formula, with pressed tin ceilings, exposed brick walls and a clean interior that are a welcome change of pace. The long, mirror-backed bar attracts a menagerie of regular folks, with only a few suits in the mix. Several smaller TVs dot the space, with a plasma in front and a large screen in back, where a makeshift stage hosts live music several nights a week. Though ESPN and assorted live sporting events dominate the flickering screens, the bar is as much about casual conversation as it is about the game, especially for the happy hour crowd. Hits: Offers a respite from the blinking lights and over-staged restaurants and bars typical of nearby Times Square.Misses: The wooden stools at the high-topped tables aren't designed for comfort, though they do encourage mingling.