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The sign in the window might make a nod to the cover of
Big Star's #1 Record, but make no mistake: The vibe is more "Alex
Chilton" by the Replacements than Alex Chilton's actual band.
Black-velvet paintings of naked ladies and waterfalls hang above the
booths, where bleached-out hair and leather jackets abound. Three waifs
in matching campaign hats who, if they aren't in a band, want you to
think that they are, haunt the bar, where the cheapest tallboy ($2 PBR)
is a common order. But still, its cocktails are seasonally named after
bands, and they're surprisingly good. "Just Like Honey" ($8), from its
current Jesus and Mary Chain of drinks, is a rich blend of George Dickel
rye and chocolate bitters and comes with an orange peel. They're about
to switch to a new band, which means a new set of treats. Just don't
order the band's most famous song, or everyone will think you're a
loser. Look, I own Darklands, too, OK?
Happy hour: 4-7 pm. $3 wells, $3 micros, $1.50 PBR pints, $5 house wine.
Entertainment: The Who's Tommy pinball, photo booth, occasional live music, DJs nightly.
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WWeek 2015