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1. Backstage Lounge
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
(604) 687-1354
Categories:
Music Venues,
Lounges
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
I hadn't been Backstage in a while, and after hanging out with some friends I commented about how it felt different. More modern, less grimy, more comfy, less dark and dated. Ah, the renovated some time ago.
I still haven't eaten here, but the beer…More »
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2/22/2009
Feeling Lounge-y on a cold night? Stop in for a drink and you're likely to hear an open mike or a… Read more »
2. Wired Monk
Right in the moment when day turns to night, Wired Monk serves as a space that lets you gear up or wind down, or lets a work-a-holic catch up online.
Perfect for those times when you want tea, beer, live music and wi-fi all at your fingertips.
PS.…More »
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2/22/2009
Acoustic sets sound great in this small space. I've never seen it in the light of day, but by night… Read more »
3. Red Squared Tapas Lounge - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1M4
(604) 408-6352
I'd turned away once already - wondering why this cool looking lounge wasn't packed. Assuming that it wasn't the place to be...
Oh contraire. It's new - so perhaps that's why it's still a little under the radar - but it won't be for long I bet! The…More »
4. The Wolf & Hound
Vancouver, BC V6R 2B8
(604) 738-8909
Oh the Irish. Drink, drink...and then drink some more. All while listening to fantastic tunes. The dark corners, the pillows, the music, it all makes me feel like I'm somewhere else...Ireland perhaps? And with a pint or two or three in me (or a…More »
5. The Media Club
Vancouver, BC V6B 2P1
(604) 608-2871
Categories:
Lounges,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I so want to give Media Club a 4th star. As long as it's a great show (like the Honey and the Money + Robert Wilson I went to last week) it's a great space. I love the recent renovations that have taken the big booths out in exchange for low rise…More »
6. Atlantic Trap & Gill
Vancouver, BC V6B 2A6
(604) 688-5840
Categories:
Pubs,
Restaurants
Neighbourhood: Downtown
A fond HELLO to a dear new friend:
I could sit for hours and drink your draft
Inside at a communal table or outside on your large patio
Being able to park (and possibly leave my car all night long)
Go for a pre-drink before a night of entertainment at BC…More »
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6/20/2009
A fond farewell to a dear friend:
I could sit for hours and drink your draft
Before winding my way… Read more »
7. Pub 340
The Cambie denied us, on account of last call, which could only lead to stickier things - oh Pub 340.
The scene - long haired, skinny dudes screaming into microphones (my ears continue to ring), 1994 all over again - hey, is that plaid? And me, long…More »
8. The Cellar Jazz Club
I wish I could say, go for the jazz, skip the food and drinking all together, but alas, there's a $15 minimum per person on food or drink, plus your $15 (ish) ticket price. That's one steep night for a 45 minute set (although I was told we could stay…More »
9. Biltmore Cabaret
Vancouver, BC V5T 3J7
(604) 676-0541
Category:
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
Trust a dive-look outside paired with red wallpaper (circa 1975) and possibly a broken AC to have an awesome assortment of beer on tap and in the bottle!
Straining my eyes I tried to read the bottle labels, but alas - I didn't recognize any of…More »
10. Firehall Arts Centre
Vancouver, BC V6A 1L3
(604) 689-0926
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: Downtown Eastside
So, the area?! Well it might be well beyond the border of the scuzzy fringe that sends tourists retreating into Gastown, but armed with a friend, my phone and boots that would kick your ass--I was headed for the season launch of the Eastside Cultural…More »
11. Vogue Theatre
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L2
(604) 331-7900
Categories:
Performing Arts,
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
It's an institution with history. It's hard not to feel excited when there's a an air of excitement buzzing about - a concert, a play, or in the case of my last visit, case some stand up comedy.
The theatre layout is beautiful. Even from the upper…More »
12. 1067 Jazz Club
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L4
Category:
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
What's scarier than Blood Alley prior to Salt and Judas Goat taking up shop? Granville's alley between Nelson and Smithe, 10:30 on a Friday night. Drunkards contributing to the puddle population, lurking lunatics and of course, the overwhelming…More »
13. The Commodore Ballroom
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K3
(604) 683-9413
Category:
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
The ballroom it is! I imagine it in it's infancy during the 1930's and can't help but fantasize about what it looked like, who was there, and what was heard during those first years. Now, every time I go, I take my own trip down memory lane on the…More »
14. UYE - Karaoke #2
Vancouver, BC V6B 1T9
(604) 687-4275
Categories:
Performing Arts,
Local Flavour
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I never thought that I'd be singing Before He Cheats with Reena M, and almost hitting some notes, or remembering Wilson Phillips Hold On with Janet and Pennylane. http://www.youtube.com...
Thanks Reena for organizing such a fun night! I think our…More »
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