Cobra Lounge

a bar
Chicago, IL

http://www.cobralounge.com/cobra_main.html

It's Thursday night and you're looking for a place to have a good time.  Look no further because I have  found the bar of bars.  On Thursdays this metal bar spins some of the top hits from the oldies era and it gets comfortably crowded.  When you walk in the front door you have to stop for a second because you might think you're in the movie Cry Baby.  I am more than okay with that. I guess you're going to have to decide if the Cobra Lounge is the place for you.

a beer

$3 old style tall boys? HELL YES!  It's cheap. It's good. It's better than PBR. Also, you may have noticed that there isn't an actual picture of the beer I was drinking.  I took advantage of the oldies and the $3 old style special. I got a little lost in the night. It was only a matter of time.

a bathroom

Close the door and lock it because you can have this bathroom all to yourself.  This personal bathroom wasn't that bad.  The genius behind this bathroom would have to be the black toilet and the black sink.  Although it is probably disgusting the color black does't show what the color white shows and for that I applaud this bathroom.  The wait for the bathroom took a little long. I immediately understood why it took so long when four gentlemen came out with glossy eyes and itchy noses.  I think they might use powdered soap because there was some white powder left on the sink.  Good job Cobra Lounge. Well done.   

The Alley Bar

a bar
Bloomington, IN

Ever want to attend Moe's Tavern in real life?
Well, Bloomington's Alley Bar is the closest I've ever come to it. Located inside a hole in the wall between a botique and The Irish Lion, the bar feels like an oasis when compared to the slew of generic college oriented bars in town. Alley Bar literally has all the makings of a classic saloon; single bar, peanuts, pickled eggs, and a fully loaded jukebox. The one bad thing about it is the size. If you're trying to go out with a large group of people you may want to save Alley Bar for last to insure that you will have seating. But don't let that discourage you, Alley Bar is one of the few original and uncompromising late night spots you can find in town.

a beer

If I'm remembering correctly, Stella was on special that night, but usually I would quench my thirst with an eight dollar pitcher of Budlight or PBR. Eight dollars may seem pretty steep for low brow beer in Bloomington, but the Alley Bar doesn't skimp with those puny sized pithers offered at a certain frat associated bar on Kirkwood. Believe me, you get your moneys worth.

a bathroom

As you can see the bar's bathroom is pretty run of the mill and the least impressive thing about it. The one redeeming quality it does have is the random, slightly interesting memorabilia nailed to the walls (not pictured, sorry). There is also a shortage of paper towel pretty frequently, so be aware.

Crocodile

a bar
Chicago, IL
http://www.crocodilechicago.com/

A great man once said, "I dont see nothing wrong with a little bump and grind baby" and I couldn't agree more.  Crocodile is a bar where the lovers of hip hop and rap can come together and break it down like a middle school dance.  The main floor seems to be laid out for people who mostly want to sit down and enjoy a few drinks.  If you're wanting to do just that on a weekend night you won't get to.  If you stick your elbows out you're going to hit someone.  Now, the downstairs is a different story.  Take off your coat because it is time to get a little wild.  If you're not feeling the heat get off the dance floor; there are benches along the two walls and a bar for drinks.

a beer

 If you're looking to stay cheap and save some extra cash this probably wont be the place for you.  Don't be scared away just yet.  If you spend over six dollars you get a free (yes I said free) personal pizza. This PBR tall boy was $4. (the cheapest drink) 

a bathroom
If you like the color green and the smell of urinal mints this would be your kind of bathroom. If you don't like the color green you should probably hold it until you get home.  Color is such a petty thing, so lets talk about the important details of this bathroom.  Is that water on the floor? I sure hope so.  This is your chance to be nostalgic and play hot lava. Get excited, because you will be tip toeing your way around phantom liquids from toilet to sink.  Want to wash your hands? Sure, go ahead. Want to dry your hands? Nope, sorry you can't.  It's first come first serve at crocodile when it comes to bathroom paper towels.  

Debonair Social Club

a bar

Chicago, IL

http://www.debonairsocialclub.com/

If you don't mind getting creeped on then by all means I encourage you to walk through the front doors.  Debonair is the bar to hit if you're looking to get yourself into an awkward situation.  DO NOT, I REPEAT DO NOT make eye contact with anyone for more than five seconds unless you're wanting to talk to that person later in the night.  If you're looking to get a lil somthin somthin (ladies & gents) then  Debonair is the one stop shop.  There is always a DJ playing all of your favorite KE$HA jams, so get excited.  Don't forget your leather coat, boots, and nose ring.  Remember to leave your brain at home because you're not going to use it anyway. 

a beer

The worst beer for the best price ($2.50).  On Mondays if you get there before 10pm you can get three free PBR's, but you need to get them before the clock hits 11pm or you're out of luck.  I don't know about you, but downing three beers in under an hour and I'm starting to feel a little buzzed up.  At Debonair money seems to just disappear out of your wallet. Don't worry though, if you're lucky the bar tenders will give out free shots.

 a bathroom

The bathrooms are pretty epic.  The walls are covered in old posters from after parties that Debonair has thrown.  It gives you something to look at and read when you're breaking the seal.  There is ALWAYS a bathroom attendant on duty to assist you in your bathroom needs.  These bathrooms are spotless and there is always a line to wait.  Hands down one of my favorite bar bathrooms.