Roost

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The Scene
The jukebox is a little bit country, but so is the decor--think wagon wheels, fake wood paneling and walls lined with empty bottles of booze. At the porch-style bar, drinks flow from the skilled hands of a barkeep who bears a striking resemblance to Fran Drescher. Nab a free bag of popcorn and cozy up in a red vinyl booth or one of the tables next to the bar. Pile large drink orders on one of the round serving trays to avoid spillage in transit.

The Draw
Area workers pop in to toss back a few after a long day on the job, and they sometimes get to control the television set if there's a big game on. After 11pm, this small crowd gives way to a press of young musicians and artists, but the low-key atmosphere mitigates the possibility that the Roost will ever get too trendy.