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Driftwood Char Bar

2.7 (65 reviews)
Closed 3:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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Divey
Moderate noise
Live music
Good for groups

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Bob A.

I'm a little puzzled by the wide range of reviews for this place. I've been here a few times and a good friend of mine lives a block away and comes here regularly. It's a bar with a decent selection of bar food and a stage where there is usually a local band or comedy show going on. For that last reason, there is generally a cover charge (it was five bucks this last time), so bear that in mind. The sound quality for music has been surprisingly good in my experience. The food is fine; this last time I got some grilled shimp that was really good. That's probably the most unique thing on the menu; they also have a selection of burgers and sandwiches with enough variety that there should be something of interest to most. They have a pool table in a back room where it's a little quieter while bands are playing. I'll definitely be happy to come back here, and I think if you're in the market for a locally-owned (and apparently woman-of-color owned) bar to hang out in in this neighborhood, you should give them a shot.

Where can you go on a Tuesday nite and hear live music?  Laid back and good bar food.  All music donations go to charity.  Great small pub .

Live music on a Tuesday with keyboard , guitars and a sax- all music donations for charity . Great neighborhood pub that anyone would like. Don't tell anyone.

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Larry sucks. Don't go. Plus, there's a cover, and food and drink are expensive and low quality.

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