“Party” listings
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The Wine Bar
Head downtown to this sophisticated hotspot where you'll find 40 wines by the glass and a variety of craft beers on tap. Or, pop a bottle and enjoy it in the courtyard alongside some perfectly paired small plates. (09/2011)
16 Palafox Pl
850-607-2089
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Wisteria Tavern
Craving a house party, but don't want to play host? Head down to the place that locals call the "Wis." Nestled among canopied live oaks in the historic East Hill neighborhood, you'll feel right at home in this tiny converted cottage bar, a local favorite. (08/2011)
3808 N 12th Ave
850-433-9222
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VINYL MUSIC HALL
Rock out as national and local acts play the mainstage of one of Pensacola’s newest music venues. Knock back a few pre-show drinks at the 5 1/2 Bar, which features exposed brick wall and swanky chandeliers. (01/2011)
2 S Palafox Pl
850-607-6758
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PENSACOLA PELICAN DROP
The popular Downtown Countdown New Year’s Celebration turns downtown Pensacola into a smaller (and less crowded) Times Square. Festivities start with a children’s celebration that lasts until 8pm and continue all night long. Ring in 2011 with fireworks, confetti, live music and the annual Pensacola Pelican Drop at midnight. Dec. 31. (12/2010)
S Palafox St
850-434-5371
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BLAZZUES
Guys and dolls shake, rattle and roll at this blues and jazz club featuring live music and big band swing. Enjoy $4 martinis on Mondays and 25% off your entire bill at the daily happy hour. Head here on Mondays for free swing dance lessons. (11/2010)
200 N Palafox St
850-696-1179
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CASTAWAYS RESTAURANT AND ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX
This three-level complex has a beer garden, snack hut, beachside tiki bar and live music stage, making it a new beach party powerhouse. Nosh on fresh local catches like grouper and cobia overlooking Santa Rosa Sound. (09/2010)
400 Quietwater Beach Bdwlk, Pensacola Beach
850-934-6117
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BANDS ON THE BEACH
Scheduled sounds at this Tuesday night concert series range from blues to classic rock. Sip Pensacola’s iconic cocktail (the coconutfl avored Bushwacker) while watching. (07/2010)
At Gulfside Pavilion • 2 Casino Beach Boardwalk, Pensacola Beach
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600 SOUTH/NEW WORLD LANDING
At this stylish, intimate hotel bar, you can listen to live music, pair tasty tapas with wine and signature cocktails or just lounge on a couch and talk with friends. Cigar and scotch tastings take place on Tuesdays. $$ (04/2010)
600 S Palafox St
850-432-5254
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PENSACOLA WINE FESTIVAL
Sip and swirl more than 100 wines from around the world and taste fare from local restaurants at this annual event. Pensacola’s top chefs will give cooking demos and pairing recommendations. April 10. (03/2010)
Main Street
850-434-5371
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SUITE
Tucked in a remodeled downtown industrial space, this boutique hotel-inspired nightclub features high-profi le DJs pumping up the dancefl oor under an 8-foot chandelier. (12/2009)
21 W Romana St
850-912-4767
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BAMBOO WILLIE'S BEACHSIDE BAR
The inventors of the famous Bushwacker drink still run this hugely popular island-themed bar on Pensacola Beach. Try the original, made with chocolate, coffee liqueur and rum. (04/2009)
400 Quietwater Beach Rd, Pensacola Beach
850-916-9888
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FLOUNDER'S CHOWDER & ALE HOUSE
By day a family-friendly restaurant, Flounder's turns into the perfect party place at night, with beach volleyball, an open-air bar right on the water, and a friendly crowd of locals, tourists and Navy enlistees. (03/2009)
800 Quietwater Beach Rd, Pensacola Beach
850-932-2003
www.flounde...erhouse.com
