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Despite a tendency towards shrieky co-eds, strong cologne, and collar poppage on weekends, there can be some genuinely bright musical lights here worth checking out. From DJs to stand-up, from hip-hop to punk and metal, the programming is schizophrenic, and the crowd is more OMG than LBD. Weekends can be off-putting, but if you're feeling fratty one afternoon and need the saftety of bros, pool and a punching machine, you're never alone with (the) Bourbon.
This former dive’s recent reno has made it Gastown’s newest hipster hotspot, thanks to sexy staff, solid programming and a better-than-average pub menu featuring Guinness cheese poutine... read more
Sean Heather's gastro-colonization of Gastown began with this authentic modern Irish classic. From bangers and mash (with homemade sausage) to pot pies, the food is stick-to-your-ribs goodness that... read more
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