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About 10 years ago, there were places like the Map Room all over West Town: self-consciously arty bars where a random patron with paint-stained fingers might strike up a conversation with you and the bartender. These days the Map Room is a rarity. With its books and maps reminiscent of a European explorer's study and a second-to-none beer selection, the bar's personality is matched by few others.
Owner Herb Rosen hasn't swapped out the bar's KISS Meets the Phantom of the Theme Park VHS tape since the doors opened more than 10 years ago, but Liar's red fez lampshades, red vinyl booths, and t... read more
With its threadbare pool table and stacks of board games, you could come here alone and end up with at least two new friends before the end of the night. If the scattered crowd of hoodie-clad scene... read more
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