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The Midway Bar

4.2 (51 reviews)
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Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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Loud
Juke Box
Happy hour specials
Good for groups

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Alex is a legit guy. Very welcoming. I'm not a slushy guy but this one was amazing.
Carlos F.

This is my idea of a hole in the wall but well maintained. Doesn't have a big beer selection but that is outweighed by Alex who is a welcoming standup guy. Great prices as well. Will be back.

Jose V.

One of my favorite bars to go to watch games and enjoy friends and family , but Alex is a great host and always attends our needs and I love what he's doing with the place making it a local trust worthy sports bar where we can come like we home and drink and always makes sure we are safe but man you got to see it for yourself so let's gooooooo midddddwaayy!!!!!!

Anytime I come to midway on the weekend I always expect to come to Scarlett's great energy!! Other than the bar being just a great place to just hang out out and wind out the hospitality from all the host are amazing! Shout out to Alex for taking care of me when the girls are not. If you want to wind and take some drinks and catch up with the neighborhood midway is the spot to be at! Cheap drink great service and a friendly crowd. Now much more you can for now and days!

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Jessica A.

The customer service is great. The best part is I feel safe enough to come alone. Alex always has my favorite drink, White Claw Black Cherry ready for me when I walk in. If you're looking for a comfort place to decompress. Come to Midway!

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Great bar with great vibes! Been coming here for years and Alex has always taken care of me. Scarleth and Cassidy are great bartenders!!

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Scarlett and Alex great bartenders and keep the night fun. Great drinks and even better vibes!!

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Great service and hospitality, vibes are always amazing and music is always great. Everyone is so kind and so respectful

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Cassidy was amazing ! Such great service, attitude and attention. Will definitely be back

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Cassidy has the best energy and always a great time. Love this bar so much for its chill atmosphere and good people.

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Alex is really cool and always take of me and my family. Good michis. Cozy little bar. Alex is always super chill and welcoming

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Alex is amazing. I was drunk when I came, took great care of me and my friends. Had a great time.

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Chill small bar, and alex the bartender, hes fucken cool, will definitely come back!!!

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Cool vibe, lots of good beers, drinks, sports on tv, juke box with good music, friendly staff.

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