The ambiance of this bar is exactly what you need it to be. Very nice mix of professional east siders who are warm and friendly. Want some company just talk to the person next to you. Want to be left alone to relax - sink into a leather chair. I've had a nice quiet time and I've had a heck of a lot of fun. I think the ever so gracious manager, always dapper in his English tailored suits, asks everyone to check their bad attitudes at the door. After work it slowly gets busy until about 9 then it picks up again at 11:00 and gets busier even later. Dress well, lots of black tie guests stop by on their way home. The staff is very attentive and friendly. They do a great birthday celebration too. It lasts about 2 minutes and you won't ever forget it. My only peeve: the music can be really great or just so so. It's an over 30 crowd so Big band, oldies or rythm and blues would better fit the mood. The current mix is neither here nor there. One more thing - If you hate smoke don't go. It is a cigar bar. Me. I've never had a bad night there.
Pros: almost everything about the place
Cons: once in a while the music
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