When I pulled up to the run-down strip mall where Rhymer's is located, I didn't expect much. Â Probably just a simple dank room with a pool table and nothing but cans. Â So I was surprised to find a spacious, well-designed bar space with tons of character and personality!
I was helped by two different bartenders during my visit, both of whom were friendly and had a good sense of humor. Â The L-shaped bar was clean and comfortable. Â Beer was available on tap, and drinks were cheap.
The layout of the space is unusual, but very clever. The front half divides into the bar area and the table-seating area / game area. Â (Darts, and in a first for me for for any bar I've been too -- sit-down arcade racing games.) Â Â The back-half splits into the restrooms to one side and the pool tables room on the other side. Â Â In the center is a stage. Â It is separated from all the areas of the bar, yet at the same time is open to and visible from every location. Â
A good sized outdoor area is also available, though I didn't check that out.
One other thing I enjoyed -- the restrooms are painted in chalkboard paint. Â There is chalk available on the sink so you can leave your (temporary) mark for posterity.