I prefer Christopher’s, Temple Bar and West Side Lounge more than Spirit Bar.

not take reservations. Both D&C and PDT are “no standing allowed” bars. In Manhattan: PDT Death & Co Milk & Honey (if you can get in) Tailor (drink downstairs in the lounge, not the main restaurant, and try one of the...

and having a light hearted spirit goes a long way in making the evening pleasant. Plus, if you give off a positive vibe, it’s contagious. Again, not criticizing, but just citing our experience which was quite pleasant.

, but if the fruit had come forward, the raisining in the finish would not have been so noticeable. Also, it was quite a warm night, and even though I chilled down the reds before service, they warmed quickly in the glass to...

to celebrate my husband’s 30th birthday, we were looking for a low-key but nice place to have drinks with a medium-sized group of friends (about 15-20). we originally wanted to go to In Fine Spirits in andersonville but...

is on the corner of Guerrero and 22nd. I’m sorry it took me this long to walk in the door. We then headed over to Nihon Whiskey Lounge, next door to Rainbow Grocery and Chez Spencer, where we proceeded to spend as much on...

We spent $150 for 3 (1 bottle of wine) but, in the spirit of Chowhoundism, we ordered many more dishes than we needed. Link: http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/22927#85913

Some old and thirsty friends of mine plan to see some music at Luna Lounge this coming Friday. (Ludlow Street near Houston). Before the show we’d like to have a few beers and put something solid in our stomachs as a...

but can be coerced into a cab if necessary. Instead of filling up on big meals at only one or two restaurants, we would rather pop into places that had a fun or interesting bar/lounge and have a beer/tail and maybe an appetizer....

and Broadway, I didn’t expect so many people. Luka’s is not about perfect service, although the waitstaff are perfectly friendly and pretty knowledgeable about the food and spirits. This place is about the scene and...

My friend is celebrating his 23rd birthday next Wednesday. He lives in Los Feliz. Any bars or lounges around there where a small group could drink and make merry? Wednesday night drink specials would be a bonus. Thanks!

I eat a lot. All these are in one day, and we went to Sugar Momma twice! Chocolate Lounge: I had been watching this place get ready to open and was excited to go. It has a nice atmosphere and comfortable chairs. As mentioned in...

there shedding light on the small family establishments. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Camille Goksever Ephesus-kebab lounge Owner Link: http://www.ephesuslounge.com

Tida Beattie and I invite you to join us at R&G Lounge on Tuesday, January 22, 7PM, for a Cantonese banquet filled with good intentions and blessings for the new year. This will also be your opportunity to meet Chowhound and...

If you can afford to eat at the Polo Lounge, you can afford the $50 corkage.