“Party” listings
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Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille
Request to watch your favorite team on high-def TV at Charleston’s newest gathering place. Cheer them on while you devour the juicy strip steak or the Greek gyro platter. You can also snack on wings, deep-fried feta, and classic burgers, salads, or wraps. On Wednesdays and Fridays this place takes on a whole different vibe with it's live jazz performances. (09/2011)
218 Capitol St
304-343-5551
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Impulse Nightclub
Just gotta dance? Bright lights, a state-of-the-art sound system and a hot mix of music give this popular nightclub a big-city feel. Sip a variety of specialty drinks at the bar or in the VIP area, reserved for private parties. (08/2011)
205 Capitol St
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Vandalia Grille
Kick back on a cozy leather couch for cocktails and conversation at this restaurant and nightspot that’s dubbed itself “Charleston’s living room.” Enjoy an extensive microbrew selection alongside snacks to share; try the sweet-potato fries. Head down midweek for Sangria Wednesdays (just $2 a glass). (03/2011)
212 Hale St
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BRIDGE ROAD BISTRO
An elegant, international menu (Thai wraps, portobello-and-chevre quesadilla) complements a wide selection of fine wines and custom cocktails at this popular neighborhood gathering place. Enjoy live music on Wednesdays (jazz), Thursdays and Saturdays. (11/2010)
915 Bridge Rd
304-720-3500
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THE BOULEVARD TAVERN
This spot has it all: sports on big screens, a wide selection of brews, late-night pub food, an eclectic mix of live music and even free WiFi. Renowned jazzman Bob Thompson plays every Tuesday night. (09/2010)
806 Kanawha Blvd E
304-205-7951
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BRUNO’S
Hundreds of vintage beer cans—Owner Dan’s collection since childhood—decorate the walls of this pizza and beer joint. They’ll likely inspire you to have a seat and enjoy a craft beer. (07/2010)
222 Leon Sullivan Way
304-720-7295 -
THE BLUE PARROT
Rock bands reign at this downtown nightspot, although there are occasional blues and jazz shows. In addition to the live music, it offers dancing, pool and karaoke. (05/2010)
14 Capitol St
304-342-2583
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BAR 101
This upscale nightspot offers a wide selection of martinis, draft beer and fine wines for happy hour and post-conference events. Enjoy Pan- Asian cuisine until late evening, and burgers and wraps into the wee hours. (03/2010)
101 Capitol St
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SAM’S UPTOWN CAFÉ
Play pool, enjoy live music, check out (or perform) on open-mic night and snack on burgers and salads in this friendly, two-story bar and café. (12/2009)
28 Capitol St
304-346-6222
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THE EMPTY GLASS
Original live music "from all over the planet" is the hallmark of this nightspot in Charleston's historic East End. Stop in this month for a show from The Fox Hunt (Dec. 10) and the 69 Fingers Third Annual Christmas Party (Dec. 25) (12/2009)
410 Elizabeth St
304-345-9893
www.emptyglass.com