I absolutely loved the ambience of Verde when I first saw it - so reminescent of something I might see in Chelsea, but without the roaring attitude...
On steady/quieter evenings, it is THE bar to chat around - lurid green surroundings and good drinks abounded. I have since been disappointed with my excursions there, having to muscle past vacant-eyed Duke sorority girls screeching at each other, flanked by self-consciously rumpled boyfriends in Tivas. After receiving a caparainha in a plastic cup, I had to call it a night - if you can calculate when Duke exams are, by all means enjoy your time there - otherwise, plan on fleeing by 8.
Pros: Good Atmosphere, Trendy
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