# Hidden Nightlife Hot Spots The 'Please Don't Tell' Bar is Underneath a Hot Dog Joint By Krystal | Published 2012-08-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/under-cover-bars References: [worldsbestbars](http://www.worldsbestbars.com/united-states/new-york/lower-east-manhattan/pdt) & [trendblast](http://www.trendblast.com/city/please-dont-tell-nyc) The 'Please Don't Tell' bar is not a place you will end up unintentionally. If you were ever into secret passageways and hidden entrances as a kid (Harry Potter, anyone?) then you will love the Please Don't Tell bar. The Please Don't Tell bar is located in the East Village in New York City. It can be somewhat hard to find if you don't know what you are looking for. The cocktail lounge is attached to a [hot dog joint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shake-shack-union-station) called "Crif Dogs." To access this undercover bar, people must enter through a vintage phone booth that is located within Crif Dogs. The cocktail lounge serves [high-quality cocktails, mixed drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drink-kong) and beer. Customers can also order food from Crif Dogs through the bar if they get hungry. Some things you just have to see to believe -- if you are planning a trip to NYC any time soon and are looking for an adventure, be sure to visit this [hidden, intimate cocktail lounge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artifact-bar) and relax over some drinks and hot dogs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hidden Bars:** The trend of hidden bars and secret entrances creates an opportunity for bars and restaurants to add an element of intrigue to their establishments. - **Cocktail Culture:** The rise of high-quality cocktails and mixed drinks presents an opportunity for bars to differentiate themselves based on the quality of their drink offerings. - **Gastronomic Cocktails:** The innovative use of food in mixed drinks creates an opportunity for bars and restaurants to attract foodies and offer unique drink experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can leverage the trend of hidden bars to create intimate and exclusive experiences for customers. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can use gastronomic cocktails as a way to differentiate their drink offerings and appeal to foodies. - **Tourism:** Tourism professionals can include hidden bars and cocktail lounges in their itineraries to provide unique experiences for travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Mixology Speakeasies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barsys-speakeasy.md) - [Playfully Designed Cheeky Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dont-tell-dad.md) - [Dual-Floor Cocktail Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sip-guzzle.md) - [Multi-Sensory Cocktail Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellboy-bar-berlin.md) - [Cozy Neighborhood Warm Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gachot.md) - [Transportive Cocktail Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prequel-co-apothecary.md) - [Late-Night Cocktail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-dark-experience.md) - [Historic Cocktail Bar Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/library-bar.md) - [Playful Bar Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funny-bar.md)