“Party” listings
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Ferg’s Sports Bar and Grill
Before heading across the street to Tropicana Field, stop by Ferg’s for a pint or two. This cordial locals’ watering hole makes first-timers feel like regulars, especially if they’re rooting for the home team. No Rays game? Thursdays feature a lively trivia competition. (08/2011)
1320 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
727-822-4562
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RESERVOIR BAR
Come by this tiny spot in Ybor City on your way to the clubs or a show, or just hang out for a while and shoot some pool. It’s proud to be a hole-in-the-wall, and you’ll fi nd cheap, well-mixed drinks to get your night started or to wind it down. (01/2011)
1518 E Seventh Ave
813-248-1442
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THE REX
With a rotating list of beers and ciders— mostly American craft brews—there’s plenty to choose from in this laidback bar. Stop by for a happy hour-priced pint, but really anytime is a good time to be there. (01/2011)
2061 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
727-822-2337
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CEVICHE TAPAS BAR & RESTAURANT
The sangria here is alone worth the trip, not to mention the wait. This hotspot in downtown St. Petersburg has perfected both the white and red varieties. Grab a table in the downstairs bar and raise a glass. (11/2010)
10 Beach Dr, St. Petersburg
727-209-2302
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THE DRYNK
New to Tampa’s night scene, this pulsing club will get you and your friends moving. Stop by for Friday’s 5pm to 8pm happy hour, which offers a choice of fi xed-price open bar or $3 well liquor, $4 premium cocktails and $7 martinis. (05/2010)
302 S Howard Ave
813-781-6335
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MR. DUNDERBAK’S
You won’t find fruity drinks at this beer bar. Instead, raise a pint of one of 55 brews on draft or one of 300 bottles. There’s both German and American music for ambiance on Wednesday through Saturday evenings. (05/2010)
14929 Bruce B. Downs Blvd
813-977-4104
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PUSH ULTRA LOUNGE
The best spot at this lounge is the rooftop deck, which overlooks downtown and offers everything from keg parties to yoga sessions. (03/2010)
128 Third St S, St. Petersburg
727-871-7874
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THE INDEPENDENT
The name says it all. This hip beer hall features suds from independent breweries, mostly imports (about 120 of them) from Eastern Europe, Germany and Belgium, as well as vintages from independent wineries and indie music. The spot has a welcoming atmosphere where conversation among strangers is encouraged. (03/2010)
29 Third St N, St. Petersburg
727-820-9514
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THE QUEENS HEAD EUROBAR AND RESTAURANT
Inspired by clubs in Europe, Queens Head brings a cosmopolitan vibe to the St. Pete bar scene. Start the weekend with a sake Bloody Mary or choose from a top-notch selection of ales and ciders. (01/2010)
2501 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
727-498-8584
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THE RITZ YBOR
Built in 1917, this live music venue underwent a $2 million renovation before reopening in 2009. These days, it hosts everything from private parties to the hottest indie rock bands. (01/2010)
1503 E Seventh Ave, Ybor City
813-247-2555
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STREETCAR CHARLIE'S BAR & GRILL
Skip the traditional dinner-and-a-movie date and hit up Streetcar Charlie's, which offers dollar drafts, 50-cent wings and flicks on a 132-inch screen on Wednesday nights. (12/2009)
1811 N 15th St, Ybor City
813-242-4828
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BEAKS OLD FLORIDA
Warm up your vocal cords before you head to this bar on a Wednesday: It's open mic night, and the locals can get a little wild. (12/2009)
2451 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
727-321-9100
www.beaksoldflorida.com
