Reflection on Lure Fishbar’s 20th Anniversary Celebration

The recent 20th-anniversary celebration of Lure Fishbar was a star-studded affair, drawing in a crowd of over 300 guests who were ready to party like it was the good ol’ days. The event was described as a reunion of the OGs, bringing together a mix of celebrities, socialites, and nightlife personalities to commemorate two decades of the popular seafood restaurant.

As the night unfolded, guests were treated to five hours of nonstop dancing, an open bar, and plenty of caviar bumps to go around. The ambiance was filled with stories of past memories and the vibrant energy of a bygone era when Mercer and Prince streets were the place to see and be seen. Owner John McDonald and Chef Preston Clark worked the room, making sure to greet each guest personally and ensuring that the party was in full swing.

The guest list was an impressive lineup of A-listers, including Maye Musk, Ann Dexter Jones, Candace Bushnell, and Dan Abrams. The music playlist curated by DJ Kieren Taylor featured classics by icons like Prince, Madonna, and Janet and Michael Jackson, setting the tone for a night of dancing and revelry. Former ‘The Real Housewives of New York’ star Dorinda Medley even hit the dance floor, adding to the excitement of the evening.

McDonald emphasized the significance of Lure Fishbar in the nightlife scene, highlighting the countless memories that have been made within its walls over the past two decades. The presence of industry veterans like David Rabin, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, and Nelly Moudime further underscored the restaurant’s status as a nautical celeb hot spot, frequented by the likes of Taylor Swift, Chris Rock, and LeBron James.

The celebration continued at nearby bars The Mulberry and Temple, with guests carrying the festive spirit into the early hours of the morning. The event served as a reminder of the enduring appeal of Lure Fishbar and its ability to bring together a diverse array of personalities for a night of fun and reminiscence. Here’s to another 20 years of creating memories and hosting unforgettable celebrations.