Horror Books, Bar Talk and a VHS Backdrop
Browse horror titles at The Twisted Spine, then carry the mood to Lo-Res Bar, where a VHS backdrop sets the tone for the rest of the Manhattan evening.
Both Manhattan Stops on the Map
The Twisted Spine: A Literary Opening Act
The Twisted Spine pairs curated horror shelves with an in-house cafe and bar. Its dark, cosy interior encourages lingering over a latte or pecan bun. On Friday and Saturday, the shop stays open until 11:00 PM. Closing time is 8:00 PM from Monday through Thursday and on Sunday. Start with browsing, then check the event listing before building the first stop around a book club or launch.
Lo-Res Bar: An Analog Interlude on VHS
Retro TVs at Lo-Res Bar loop tapes from the VHS vault inside Williamsburg's Nitehawk Cinema. The bar occupies the ground floor. Public entry is free. Visitors report music at a volume that allows comfortable conversation. Order a frozen drink alongside food from Nitehawk's full menu. Monday through Thursday, service runs from 5:00 PM to midnight. On Friday, the bar opens at 3:30 PM and closes at 1:00 AM the following morning.
A Double Bill of Manhattan Atmosphere
The Twisted Spine and Lo-Res Bar share an interest in curated culture, expressed through different media. At the bookstore, horror literature invites close attention, with a cafe and bar supporting a lingering visit. At Nitehawk Cinema's ground-floor bar, archival VHS footage plays on retro televisions while conversation remains comfortable, according to visitors. The pairing shifts attention from the page to the screen, with drinks available at both stops. Drinks give both spaces a social element, while their collections offer different points of attention.
