The Scene
This massive tavern consumes one of the neighborhood's busiest corners. Vast windows look onto the sidewalk scene, affording prime people-watching from either side of the glass. A clubby blend of hunter green, dark wood and brass fixtures begs you to order a Guinness--if you can be heard over deafening music. A dining room beyond the bar offers more personal space; look for upscale bar standards like fried calamari and a T-bone on the menu. Out back, a towering three-level deck is more imposing than inviting

The Draw
Phone numbers, pick-ups and pass-outs: Everyone seems to have a story about the Dark Horse. Often the last stop on a North Highland bar crawl, it's the avenue's most unabashed meat market. The bar area gets gridlocked with bodies late at night on weekends, but that's exactly the point here

Save Money
Buy a one-year $79 "Privilege Card" and get 10 percent off every bill, free cab rides home up to $10 and no waiting in line. A corporate version is also available

Look Good
Discover your inner Chuck Barris at the monthly Gong Shows, where people exhibit their hidden talents for prizes