Bars & lounges
Make room for conversation.
Cocktail rooms, wine bars, neighborhood spots and hotel lounges offer different ways to spend an evening. Choose the atmosphere as carefully as the menu.
Understand the scene.
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Cocktail bars: ordering something you’ll enjoy
Describe the flavours you like and ask staff to help narrow the menu.
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Dive bars: finding a place you feel comfortable
Check the practical details and let the room show you what kind of evening it offers.
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Wine bars: asking for a glass you’ll enjoy
Everyday descriptions give staff enough information to help you choose.
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Hotel bars: planning a visit as a non-guest
Check public access, reservations and the entrance before meeting at a hotel bar.
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Speakeasy-style bars: finding the entrance and booking a table
Use the venue’s current arrival instructions for a concealed or unmarked entrance.
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Sports bars: finding a seat for the game
Confirm the exact game, screen coverage and sound before gathering your group.
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Karaoke nights: choosing a format and taking your turn
A hosted singalong and a private karaoke room need different kinds of planning.
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Alcohol-free nightlife: planning an evening around an activity
Choose music, a show or another activity, then check the drink options and booking terms.
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Bar hopping: planning a route you can enjoy
A short route gives you time to settle into each place and change plans when you want.
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University City · MO
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West Valley City · UT
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