A welcome and needed addition to Hampden and a faithful honoring of its predecessor. A long clean laminate bar. A couple little tables. Cans and cans of all the classic watery domesticsl beers but also quality beers as well. Bowling arcade game, old ice box door, paneling, set the mood. And a staff with a lot of experience and know how.
The crowds are growing here. Irreverent vibe. Sometimes the bartenders seem like they don't want you there, but tough luck for them,...
Read moreI went and to unwind after work today. Hoping for a calm, cool collected crowd with friendly queers and anybody's. However, a couple came in with a toddler. The bartender held the toddler and then returned the toddler to the parents and soon after the toddler started to cry; I moved down two seats. The bartender said everything okay. I said I didn't come here to hear baby's cry. She said we don't need that here. I said I agree. Definitely...
Read moreThis gem is set in the heart of Hampden. Incredible energy from both bar staff and regulars. I was greeted with enchanting laughter as I walked into the bar . They make a very smooth old-fashioned that's made in-house , I also recommend the Low Life . Drink prices are very cheap, I was here for about 3 hours with 2 other friends of mine and the bill was only 95 bucks. Melanie's at Griffith' Tavern is...
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