This is truly a place that, if the walls could only speak, you'd kick back in one of the ornately adorned round red leather booths with a highball and listen to stories for hours upon end. Established in 1925 (8 years before the end of Prohibition), The Continental Room has seen it all.

Bands and DJs set up on the small wooden stage, framed by thick red velvet curtains. The sound system doesn't sport any fancy logo, but it sounds good (that's all that matters). In fact, few places pay as much attention to the sound (it's qualities, and level) as these guys do.

If you want to slug down the latest micro-brew while listening to Top 40, go to the place down the block. But if you want to enjoy a real drink, while listening to some of the most eclectic music the area has to offer, step inside, find your spot, and feel the warmth. The staff can get busy (this place has a big fan base), but they're cool, know how to make drinks, and take care of regulars (as any good bar would). Take care of them and they'll take care of you.