Honey NYC

Friday is among us, and that can only mean one thing: IT’S PAYDAY! At least for most of you it is. Those of you who get paid on the semi-monthly basis probably already have your money in the bank. Those of you who don’t have the luck of collecting your servant money this week—well, there’s always next Friday! However, to help everyone involved save a little cash during the recession and beat the summer heat, we have a couple of air-conditioned and free-admission events you can take advantage of this Friday night. So leave your money in the bank tonight, because Black Oak Nights is taking care of the bill. Here is your Friday Nightlife Rundown for July 30, 2010.

Summer Fridays – 9pm
Empire Hotel Rooftop (44 West 63rd Street): Even if you don’t get Summer Fridays at your job, act like you do and come through the Empire Hotel for an event that will make it feel as if you didn’t go to work earlier in the day. With sexy people hanging around here all day like they have no care in the world, it would be impossible to mistake any of the night’s guests as hard-working individuals. Of course, they everyone here probably works quite hard, but when you’re knee deep in your fifth margarita and are looking at the New York City skyline with that inebriated clueless look, then it’s hard to take you seriously. Anyway, if you plan on coming through, leave the dollars at home, make sure you bring your dancing shoes, and come out and enjoy nightlife at one of New York City’s finest rooftop bars.

Late Night Eats
The Underground Lounge (955 West End Avenue): We got a little feedback from our “Late Night Eats” entries a few months ago; thus the reason you are seeing it here for the second day in a row. For the music-lover in you that embraces the “later” side of life, how about a lounge that keeps its doors open all night long for some great musical acts. The Underground is a great place to check out some of New York City’s undiscovered talent. With underground sounds bringing down the roof of this place every weekend night, you can be a part of a uniquely, New York experience that puts the “Up” in the Upper West Side. Even if you’re just looking for a bite to eat, The Underground has you covered with a kitchen that stays open late and serves up some really great food. From “Rip-Roaring Crab,” to “Corona Battered Fish-n-chips,” their menu is unlike any other. Don’t worry vegetarians, they have a few non-artery-clogging treats too, including the “Warm goat cheese and apple salad,” as well as the “Baja Mini Fish Tacos” for your pescatarians masquerading as vegetarians.

Pleasure Fridays – 8pm
Promenade (215 West 28th Street): Indulge your wild side tonight with a little bit of dancing and prancing at Promenade tonight, where DJs Wreck and Robbie hit the 1’s and 2’s like two mad men. The hip-hop mashups that will fly off the fingers of these two’s turntables will make for one of the best dancing environments in New York City tonight! However, just because this is a sure-fire dance party doesn’t mean you can get into Promenade looking like a two-bit street dancer. Nah, you’re going to have to freshen-up and get dolled up for this one, because “chic” is the dress code for the night, which means no scallywags are going to get into the building this Friday night. So if you want to party like a rock star at Promenade tonight, make sure you come dressed the part. If you do, and you get there early enough, you may just get in free too!

Grown & Sexy – 10pm
Honey (243 West 14th Street): Let’s not forget about one of our favorite Friday night locales: Honey Lounge! With a groove that can’t set anybody’s mind at ease, Honey NYC is always one of the more chill spots on the Manhattan nightlife circuit. Some of the best DJs often find themselves here on Friday nights, and the young, black professionals that make this place theirs on a Friday are even better. There’s nothing but the best in hip-hop on the speakers, and the best in nightlife on the scene. From drink specials to food that’s not your typical bar stool slop, Honey has you covered from here to Sunday—and by the way this isn’t a bad place to be on a Sunday night either!

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Amy Ruth's Chicken & Waffles

Being from the South, I know good soul food. I mean, I really know good soul food. Whether it was my upbringing in Maryland, or my latter years in Texas, soul food, southern cuisine and home-cooked everything is almost a religion to me. That said, it’s hard to get really good soul food up north unless you happen to have a grandmother from Alabama living somewhere within the New York City Metropolitan Area. For those of you who don’t, there are still a few havens that get the five star nod on soul food—most of them even compete with your Grandmother’s homemade dishes.

Here is our list of the Best Soul Food in New York City, “Black Listed” style.

Londel’s Supper Club
2620 Frederick Douglas Blvd, Harlem, Manhattan
If you’re interested in trying a different take on soul food, Londel’s has exactly what you’re interested in. With a find-dining take on the soul food experience, Londel’s takes southern cuisine to another level, mixing gourmet flavors with the soul food experience, combining to create one of the most palatable menus in all of New York City. Leave the jeans and t-shirts at home though; Londel’s is an upscale restaurant with upscale clientele. But they will make you feel right at home with live R&B or Jazz music on the weekends, and who can’t get comfy when you’re enjoying one of the best chicken & waffle platters you’ll ever have in your life?

Amy Ruth’s
113 116th Street, Central Harlem, Manhattan
“Soul Food at its finest.” That’s a quote from the Black Oak Night’s restaurant reviewer, and we haven’t heard anything to the contrary yet. Open for just a mere 12 years, Amy Ruth’s has managed t change the soul food landscape in Harlem with relative ease. From heapings of cornbread to pork chops smothered in heaven’s own gravy, Amy Ruth’s will fill you up with southern-food staples that will make you forget you’re stuck in the concrete jungle of the northeast.

Miss Mamie’s Spoonbread Too
366 West 110th Street, Central Harlem, Manhattan
When it comes to soul food, it’s hard to bet Miss Mamie’s Spoonbread Too. Norma Jean Darden is a former model and the owner of this place, and boy does she continue to draw a crowd in her post modeling days. Everyone from lowly Columbia students to VIP’s like Bill Clinton have frequented this area establishment, and the reviews have been nothing short of amazing. Spoonbread takes you back to a time when the kitchen actually was the best place in the house, because the food in the kitchen was actually worth eating. Since most of us young, working, New York City professionals are too busy to stir it up in the kitchen, Miss Mamie’s is taking caring of us one plate at a time. Try the Louisiana Catfish, or even give the meatloaf a try. But of course, you can’t have a real soul food spot without smothering something; thus their smothered chicken platter is a staple at this fine establishment.

Soul Fixins
225 W 28th St, Fashion District, Manhattan
Remember that episode of Seinfeld about the “Soup Nazi?” Eh, who am I kidding. Black people don’t watch Seinfeld. Anyway, trust me, this place reminds of that episode. Not because the service is bad, because it’s quite the contrary. However, the food is worthy of standing in a long line, in a bland building, with a bland interior. Fortunately, the food is anything but bland, which is why the line is so long in the first place. After you’re done with their huge portions of barbeque spare ribs or their succulent meatloaf, you won’t be able to stand, so you mine as well get it in while you can.

Five Spot
459-461 Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn
If you’re looking for a nice, heaping plate of soul food, look no further—but do travel far. Brooklyn’s own Five Spot Soul Food Restaurant serves up huge platters of smothered chicken, pork chops and catfish. You would be hard pressed to find a soul food diner with bigger servings and larger selections; so if you’re hungry, this is the place to be. After all, your boy Biggie Smalls used to eat here, and with no disrespect to the deceased, he looked like a brotha who knew a thing or two about a good meal.

Not Included on this list: Sylvia’s
328 Lenox Avenue, Central Harlem, Manhattan
I used to love Sylvia’s when I first got here, but over the years, they have started to let the success go to their heads. And look, I’m not going to fault them for that. What’s good for the business of Sylvia’s is good for Harlem as a whole, and as long as people keep coming in their doors, Sylvia’s is doing the right thing for Sylvia’s. But from a non-business standpoint, and as a true southerner at hear, Sylvia’s current service and quality of food is from what it used to be only 6 or 7 years ago. Hopefully, Sylvia’s will get back to its roots in the near future, but until then, they don’t get the pleasure of being “Black Listed!”

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Bottles Up Monday – 10:30pm - Suzie Wong’s (27th Street btw 10th & 11th Avenues): DJ Will and DJ Snap will take you through an array of music that includes nothing but the best of hip-hop, reggae and R&B music. There’s no cover for the entire night, but do come dressed correct, because they are guaranteeing that the door is going to be incredibly strict…and when there’s no cover, I tend to believe that.

Bubby’s Catering Open House – 6pm – 9pm –
Bubby’s Brooklyn (1 Main Street, Brooklyn): If you live in Brooklyn, or are willing to travel anywhere for food, then you might want to check out Bubby’s Brooklyn, where you can sample all kinds of great food and drink for the mere price of $25. You can use this tasting to get ready for your next event, or you can just come out and pig-out on exquisite hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and wines, all the while chatting away with some of the most eclectic collection of New York City foodies you will ever see.

Salsa Mondays – 5pm
Taj (48 West 21st Street): I know most of you aren’t down for this seductive dance, but some of you are, and the rest of you need to give it a try anyway. Besides, living in New York City and partaking in the nightlife practically requires that you know how to Salsa. Trying to make it in this city without ever giving it a shot puts you at a loss.

Ladies Night – 11pm
Marquee (289 10th Avenue): Marquee isn’t the typical destination of young, black professionals, but this Monday, every woman will enjoy Ladies Night at Marquee. This elite venue is definitely going to be extremely strict with the door, so make sure you come dressed correct. Naturally, ladies are free, but you must RSVP by calling 347-772-6275. Groups of five ladies or more get complementary drinks, so make sure you bring your girlfriends with you. As for the fellas, don’t come without a lady on your arm or in your group.

Jazz Jam – 9pm
Nuyorican (236 East 3rd Street): I got such a great response from this past weekend’s event at the Nuyorican that I thought I’d show some weekday love to the Nuyorican as well. For $10 you can check out one heck of a jazz set from MONK, along with a freestyle jazz section following the show. The “Jazz Jam,” as they are calling it, will consists of surprise guests, so if you want something suspenseful and different this Monday, this is the place to be.

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Taj (48 West 21st Street, New York)

Thursday, February 17, 2010: Can’t you smell the weekend? Most of you are starting your weekend tonight–whether you have to work tomorrow or not. If you fit into that category, there are plenty of late night parties and bars to get into tonight, including one heck of a party going on at Suzie Wongs. But I’ll start off with a familiar face from the early 2000’s. There weren’t a lot of funny people on the anti-rap MTV of my adolescence, but this guy below was one of the few MTV personalities that could keep my attention for more than five minutes.

Tom Green Headlines Comix – 7:30 PM
Comix (353 West 14th Street): Fans of Road Trip and the old, ill-watched, Tom Green Show, might want to take heed of what’s going on at Comix throughout the weekend. Starting tonight, Tom Green will be performing his latest stand-up routine at Comix. He’ll be on at 7:30 tonight and is doing just one set. However, he’s doing two shows a night on Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Obviously, you still have to pay the two-drink minimum once you get inside, but that’s the price of comedy here in New York City.

Martini Afterwork – 6 PM
Harlem Supper Club (454 W. 128th Street): Once again, do not sleep on the Harlem Supper Club this Thursday! Their afterwork party is well worth the trip uptown. It’s also well-worth the price of admission, because it’s free if you say you’re with Nitelife Entertainment. So why is this famed afterwork party worth your time? From 6 to 9, you get 2 for 1 mixed drinks, 2 for 1 martinis, and $4 Coronas. They even have a margarita special! You will want to come dressed correct for this event; otherwise, you will stand out like a sore thumb.

Girls Night Out
Webster Hall (125 E. 11th Street): Don’t be fooled by the crowd outside the door, there’s still room for us at Webster Hall. And if the ladies don’t already know, there is no better Ladies Night in all of the New York City. Ladies get in free all night, get a complimentary drink and get to enjoy being the center of everyone’s attention at this massive celebration. Find the right room, and you will get your Thursday night dose of hip-hop, house and R&B music. Doors open at 10pm an don’t close until the wee hours of the morning, so get ready for a long, fun, female-dominated Thursday night celebration.

Ms. Independent Thursdays – 7 PM
Vue Lounge (370 4th Avenue, Brooklyn): Claim to be on the NightOut Entertainment guestlist and you will get into this distant, but trendy, ladies night 100% free. Sure, you have to travel to Brooklyn to enjoy this late evening party, but it will give you a chance to try something new and get a breather from Manhattan for a change. They will have $5 Vodka drinks, as well as 2 for 1 mixed drinks until midnight. The DJ is going to play a decent share of Latin music, but the great food at this establishment may make you want to Salsa anyway.

Marathons & Triathlons + Burgers & Beers – 7 PM to 9 PM
Pop Burger (14 East 58th Street): If you want to get in shape, enjoy a few burgers and do a little good for the world, then this event is for you. Alyssa Rashbaum is leading up a group of people who will train for a full marathon while leading the charge to raise funds for blood cancer research. To take part, you will help raise those funds, and in turn you will get all the free training, airfare and lodging you need to enter running events across the country. Just email Alyssa (alyssa.rashbaum@lls.org) for more information on this event.

Selfish Thursday – 11 PM
Suzie Wongs (547 W. 27th Street): I got good feedback on this event last week, so I thought I’d bring it back yet again. There’s nothing but Hip-hop, R&B and 90’s music at this venue, so that was a definite plus. They are enforcing a dress code, so sexy is a must—another plus. And both ladies and gentlemen get in free until midnight; so that’s at least three good things going on at Suzie Wongs. I didn’t even get to the Grey Goose Open Bar that goes from 11 to midnight, and Power 105.1’s Prince of New York will be on the 1’s and 2’s, so you know that not only will the music be off the chain, but the people in the building are sure to be of high-caliber, as well.

High Life Thursdays – 6 PM
Taj (48 W. 21st Street): This is the most costly afterwork event in the city, so I wasn’t sure I wanted to put it up this again week. But I got good feedback on it last week, so I will give it yet another chance. It’s free before 8; however, they are very slow and strict at the door. But for the $20 cover, you get free food, a “Super Happy Hour” from 6 to 8, and some of the best DJs there are. There will be a heavy dose of Soca, Reggeaton and Salsa, so if that’s not your thing, this probably isn’t the club for you tonight.

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Negril Village

I remember hearing about El Nino all the time when I was younger, and back then, it seemed so “special” that I would have sworn it was a once in a lifetime event. Unfortunately, El Nino has struck again, including this latest snowfall that took sprinkled Manhattan with an inch of snow last night. Nevertheless, that little bit of snow is not going to affect anything going on in Tuesday’s Nightlife Rundown for February 16, 2010.

Fashion Week Party – 7 PM - La Pomme (37 West 26th Street): Go ahead and break bread with some of the trendiest people in New York City at this Fashion Week party thrown by The Overtime Group. As if meeting some of the most knowledgeable (and attractive) people in fashion was not enough, there will also be a 1-hour Vodka open bar to kick off the night. You can win a pair of tickets to Fashion Show in Bryant Park, which is all the more reason to get here early. And if you decide to arrive “fashionably” late, don’t fret, because this party is over at 10:30, but there’s no doubt that some of the night’s best after parties are going to be unveiled before the night is over.

Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball Benefit – 7 PM
Element (225 Houston Street): If you are feeling charitable, want to celebrate Fat Tuesday, or just flat out want to have a good time, then this Masquerade Ball is probably the place to be. This benefit is in behalf of the Lower Eastside Girls Club, whose mission is to provide a place for girls and young women to learn, have fun and develop confidence. You can purchase tickets at girlsclub.org. For $22 you will gain admission to Element (which isn’t far off their usual asking price), a live musical performance, comedian Jonathan Ames and an open bar from 7pm to 8pm. It almost sounds too good to be charitable.

Comedy Cipha Sounds & Friends – 8:30 PM
Comix (353 W. 14th Street): Your favorite DJ and Sucker Free Countdown host will be at Comix and he is bringing friends. There’s no telling which comedians will be on the stage, because Cipha always likes to keep that under wraps. However, you can be sure that it will be someone you have heard of as Cipha has never failed to deliver quality talent to this event in weeks past. There is a $20 dollar cover charge, as well as the usual two-drink minimum during the show, but with “colorful” comedians, great music and required alcohol, you won’t find another comedy event like this in New York City. Besides, how many other DJs do you know with comedians for friends?

Soul4Real Open Mic – 9 PM
The Shrine (2271 ACP Blvd.): You have to hit up this one of a kind original open mic night in Harlem! Hosted at The Shrine, this event is sure to be very entertaining; not to mention thought provoking. There will be plenty of musical, comedic and poetic performances on the night. So if you’re looking for something different from your usual dance and drink afterwork routine, then this stop in Harlem may be the place for you tonight.

Lost: The Final Season Watch Party – 9 PM
Southern Hospitality (1460 2nd Avenue): It has come to my attention that this “Lost” program is a pretty popular show. So for those of you who are interested, you ought to check out the watch party happening over on the East Side at Southern Hospitality. The show obviously starts at 9, but I would get there early if you want to fully take advantage of $10 pitchers, $6 frozen drinks and $3 Dharma shots. Then after you’re all liquored up on a Tuesday night, drown out some of the alcohol with some of Southern Hospitality’s great barbeque and watch an episode of Lost with other fanatics just like you!

Luxurious Tuesdays – 5 PM
Negril Village (70 W. 3rd Street): Once again, you have to take advantage of Luxurious Tuesdays at Negril Village. This is one of the best spots for food, alcohol and dancing in all of the New York City, and their afterwork parties are legendary. There will be nothing but hip-hop and reggae on the 1’s and 2’s, and the dress code is strict so you can rest assure that the swag level will be turned up. Trust me, if you are looking for something to do on a Tuesday evening afterwork, you can’t go wrong with Luxurious Tuesdays at Negril Village.

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Messy Mondays – 9 PM – Harlem Supper Club (454 W. 128th Street): Once again, the Harlem Supper Club is getting messy on Mondays and is offering free entry to any and all young professionals. Last week, I was told it got pretty rowdy at the old Supper Club. Given that today is a day off for many of you, I’m sure this evening won’t be any less entertaining.

The Love Hangover, featuring Rick Moody & Tracy Bonham
Union Hall (702 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY): From the website:

On this evening every year, the world-weary and the true believers
alike huddle in pairs, playing songs to heal broken hearts
and break whole ones. Local luminaries of the music scene
come two by two and each duo performs love songs
to hold forth on love in all of its many guises: the joy,
the pain, the humor, the frustration, the ecstasy, the agony,
the list goes on and on, just like love.

Go to their website for tickets.

Marc Jacobs Fashion Show – 8 PM
Bryant Park: This is by invite only, but if you are not lucky enough to have a ticket or a press-pass to this event, then you can view the show live show via webstream at Marc Jacobs’s website (marcjacobs.com).

“A Behanding in Spokane” (Play) – 8 PM
The Schoenfeld Theatre (236 W. 45th Street): This is a preview event of Martin McDonagh’s first play set in America. Christopher Walken stars as Carmichael and Anthony Mackie and Zoe Kazan are also among the cast. The story covers a “rollercoaster of love, hate, desperation and hope” as Carmichael searches for his long, lost left-hand. Sounds funny. Check it out here.

Bottles Up Monday
Suzie Wong’s (27th Street Btw 10th & 11th Ave): DJ Will and DJ Snap will be on the 1’s and 2’s spinning nothing but hip hop and R&B. To join the fun at absolutely no cost, join the guest list by emailing bottlesup@gmail.com. There is an open bar from 11 to midnight, so take advantage of your day off and get there early.

Salsa Mondays
Taj Lounge (48 21st Street): I know most people on the Black Oak Nights list are not too fond of seeing the club turn into an all-salsa affair for 30 minutes at a time; however, many of you don’t mind knowingly putting yourself in the midst of the sexy, Latin dance that is salsa. Well, Taj has an all salsa event each and every Monday, and it is a whole lot of fun. I recommend that any New Yorker that still doesn’t know how to salsa check this out, because this is a good opportunity for young, black professionals to learn this seductive dance.

Good Eating: All You Can Eat Ribs & Wings
Brother Jimmy’s (UWS Location): You know I like to throw out a “Good Eating” locale at least once a week. Brother Jimmy’s is probably one of the better spots to check out tonight, because it’s always popping and the food is great. Best of all, every Monday they have an all-you-can-eat wings & rib-tibs special that just can’t be beat. You can drink all of the beer you want to, as well, so take advantage of this on your day off of work!

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Tillman’s Bar & Lounge (165 W. 26^th Street): Check out the live soul music going down at Tillman’s tonight. There are few places in New York City where you can get soul music live and uncut, and Tillman’s is one of them. You can actually come to Tillman’s at 8pm on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday and get the same live soul music from the Igmar Thomas Trio with Yuki Harano & Daru Jones, as well as an array of other performers, especially on Friday nights.

Kaotic Wednesdays
Star Lounge (222 W. 23^rd Street): Kaotic Wednesdays (starting at 6pm) is a weekly event with plenty of young, black professionals frequenting this venue every week. Yes, the snow is coming down hard today, and that may affect tonight’s turnout, but for future reference this event is worth the trip. From 6pm to 7pm the drinks are free and there is complimentary buffet as well. They are claiming no cover at the door, but at the very most we’re talking $10 here, and for that price, the free meal and drinks you get make it all worth the fee.

Crazy, Sexy Cool Wednesdays
Slate (54 W. 21^st Street): Slate is always a happening spot on Wednesdays, and this Wednesday is no different. Once again, who knows how the snow is going to affect tonight’s turnout, but if you’re in the area and you’re looking for a place to wind down before you make that long trek home in the snow, Slate is the place to be. They have Happy Hour drink specials starting at 5pm, with well drinks costing just $4 a pop. So if you’ve got a lot of walking to do on your way home, why not warm up with a few glasses of alcohol before you head out in the snow.

Cheap Dining
DBGB Kitchen & Bar (299 Bowery): This trip to the Lower East Side may even be worth the walk in the snow. As a part of the now extended New York City Restaurant Week, DBGB is continuing to serve up low-cost lunches. DBGB serves French cuisine, and believe me; you will be hard pressed to find a better French restaurant serving food at these temporary prices. Hurry up and get there though, their lunch special is $24.07 and the place tends to fill up at these prices. Then again, with the snow coming down like it is, maybe you won’t have to wait irregardless of when you show up.

Open Bar Wednesdays
Skinny (174 Orchard Street): Once again, if you’re looking to stay warm during this blizzard then why not attend an open bar where you can get plenty of warm alcohol in your system! For $20 starting at 10pm, you get 2 hours worth of Absolute-mixed drinks. After that, drinks are $4 all night and shots are $5. Of course, you can get in without paying the open bar fee for $5 (females) and $10 (males). There will be an eclectic selection of music on the 1’s and 2’s; everything from hip-hop and reggae to calypso and 90’s music.

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Tillman’s – 165 W. 26^th Street, New York, NY
How can someone go to Tillman’s and not like it? It’s one of the best experiences in all of New York City, and there is no doubt that it’s a place where anyone can fit in. The music selection is on point, with both new and old musical choices from the hip-hop, R&B and soul genres. They even have the occasional live performance at Tillman’s. Of course, the weekend DJs (such as Qool Marv) add some true class to the joint, with an onslaught of Neo soul, Afro-beat and underground hip-hop. Tillman’s is also a great place to just chill. With swinging barriers that give each patron or party a since of privacy, it’s wise to come with a partner or a group of people if you’re interested in stirring up conversation. As for the food, it’s first rate—what you might call—gourmet soul food. In fact, “The Mack” (macaroni and cheese), which is made with sage, peas, mascarpone, bacon and bread crumbs, is reason enough to come to Tillman’s.

Billie’s Black – 271 W. 119^th Street, New York, NY
Another gourmet soul food spot, Billie’s Black is one of the more interesting hangouts in Harlem. With events that range from poetry readings to charity functions, this place has something different going on every single evening. It’s a quaint spot, and it’s rarely overloaded with patrons, so feel safe about bringing a date or a significant other to Billie’s Black without having to skate around a bunch of people. And even on the occasion that Billie’s Black is full, you can rest assure that his mildly older clientele is not made up of your average ruffscallion. Instead, it consists of a very refined and cultural customer base that goes right along with some of the more artistic events they have throughout the week. Billie’s Black is closed on Mondays, so don’t try starting the week here, but on every other day of the week you can find a poetry reading, comedian, lecture, live musical performance, or a great piece of catfish on the menu at this sexy little spot in the heart of Harlem.

Village Pourhouse – 982 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY
Sticking with the Upper West Side, Village Pourhouse—the Upper West Side edition—very much mirrors its original location in the East Village. Sure, on a night where there is a big game, you are definitely going to find many interested and enthusiastic parties parked in front of one of the 20 HDTVs in the building. However, on your average day, afterwork, this crowd of working class New Yorkers is all about sitting back and enjoying the relatively moderately priced food and drink that is typical of most UWS locations. That being said, there is a bit of a Columbia student contingent at this Village Pourhouse location, however, the students are gone for the summer, and they’re rarely there before 10p.m. And if you’re a “downtowner,” who doesn’t want to make the trip up the highway, come knowing that the bar will reimburse you with drinks! So as far as going here for a relaxing time afterwork, don’t let the students, nor the location, deter you from enjoying the private garden, great nachos, and Ladies Nights on Fridays.

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