A Sultry Subterranean Speakeasy Just Opened Underneath MoMA — With Cocktails, A Listening Room, and Rotating DJs

NYC nightlife just got a whole lot sexier — and you’ll need to head underground to find it.

Tucked beneath the MoMA on 53rd Street, BA53MENT is Midtown’s brand-new cocktail lounge that feels like a speakeasy with a modern edge.

Guests can slip through a discreet red door before descending into a moody hideaway with dim lights, plush banquettes, and a glass-enclosed listening room .

The vibe?

Think retro glamour meets downtown nightlife energy.

There’s a full DJ booth, rotating live sets, and, yes, it even doubles as a listening room with curated beats.

Of course, the star of the show is the cocktail list.

Expect theatrical sips like the “Smoke Show” (mezcal, blood orange, habanero bitters, and a literal smoky finish), the “Golden Hour” (a glittering gin-based drink with elde