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    Moderate noise
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    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Nice bar

    Nice place . Great drinks . Friendly bartender . Great location . 3 mins walking from woodside subway .

    Cheerio!
    Meline V.

    What a great addition to the neighborhood. I always pass by it but this was my first time here. It's very nice ambiance service is great. Beer selection is good. We had good time. I'll definitely comeback. Cheerio!

    Sonya K.

    This is a local bar for us (across the street). We've been here twice, the first time I had a signature cocktail that was on a cocktail menu. It was great, and they let you bring your own food in. Our second visit, the bartender said there was no cocktail menu and didn't know the drink I was referring to. I asked him to make me a specific martini instead, he did and it was good. I think the bartenders could be more friendly, but otherwise the ambiance and variety of drinks are good.

    Boozy hot chocolate and warm mulled cider!

    Great dive bar. Amazing bartender who made us the most delicious Boozy Hot Chocolate! Very good homemade warm mulled cider as well. A must try if you're in the neighbor.

    The bar, taps and chalked out offerings
    Dane A.

    Sharp new bar in Woodside. It looks like a hole in the wall from the outside, but it's beautiful and recently refurnished on the inside. Paneled wood and clean floors give it a professional business look, but the wide beer selection and row of seating makes it feel like a place you'd actually like to drink at. They have over a dozen beers on tap and a full bar. There's 4 or 5 TVs hanging from the ceiling with sports playing. Bathrooms were clean. No food available, no patio in the back, no dart board. None of the things that would really set it apart or above the other bars around. I wouldn't mind seeing more beer specials or pint-sized glasses (I got a high-abv beer while I was there, 8%, and it came in a small glass goblet, but the pilsner-glasses the other patrons had looked standard 12 oz size). The bartender was friendly and attentive. If I could make a comment to the owner it would be to find something to mark the place out as unique: as it stands now other local bars have slightly more to offer, I'm sorry to say. I really want this place to succeed, it has so much potential

    a dimly lit bar area
    Kirsten P.

    People are always very friendly, especially the bartender. Good beer selection and cozy atmosphere - good for groups, too. Only disadvantage: no snacks, not even finger food.

    How cute are their coasters?!
    Ashley A.

    This place is cute! It's your typical, standard pub. A little divey in my opinion. They have a large range of IPAs/drafts to pick from. The bartender was very attentive as well. I came here on a Saturday, early evening. It had a few people. I'm pretty sure it gets pretty popping later in the night. Overall a very chill spot to hang out with your pals. I liked the ambiance! Most bars in woodside are filled with good people and good vibes. I'll be back!

    Adorable bar with awesome pumpkin ale!

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    Great spot to come in for a few drinks either friends. Earn and cozy atmosphere and top notch bartenders.

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    Chill. Sports TV. Back area inside and great seating outside. Great wine and great prices for happy hour. Must go to!

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    Absolutely go to place in Woodside for watching soccer! Its peaceful and fine selection on drinks and friendly atmosphere!! I love it

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