Now, those of you who know me know that I am not much of a drinker, if at all. BUT, you will also know that I am a complete architecture and design WHORE. So, when I say that Fru Burums is probably the coolest bar I have sat my rump down in pretty much EVER, weigh my impression of the space with those criteria in mind. The space is a very eclectic pastiche of architectural odds & ends that create a neo-victorean meets Vicar of Dibly atmosphere that just quietly awaits a League of Extraordinary Gentlefolk to stroll in and discuss their next quest over absinthe and Guinness. (Or aquavit and Nøgne, what have you...) I had a delicious light-roast caffe, sitting in a window seat and studying every niche and detail in the space. The other patrons seemed to be happy with their beverages at the bar and the bartender did not seem annoyed that I was probably the only one there not drinking alcohol. And she makes a fine pot of coffee, too. read more