Ships Lounge

Pam, the queen of boxed wine is a rad bartender and do her best to keep the ship from stinking.

Oh, Ships...you are a treasure. Don't ever change.

It's definitely a time capsule in here. Don't come in expecting fancy things like credit card processing or mixed drinks. It's cash only and they do cheap set ups if you bring your own liquor. Highlights include the kitschy vibe, friendly staff, super cheap beer, a pool table that is magically almost always open, and a jukebox with the best collection of tunes I've seen yet. It's a come as you are type of place - no need to gussy up, which can be really refreshing in this city. There's usually an interesting mix of people that can lead to interesting conversations if you're sitting at the bar. I always know what to expect when I go to Ships, and it's consistently a laid-back good time.

Ships, I love you. Forget introducing a new guy to my friends as a test. Ships is and always has been my cool-ass friend who gets along with everyone and if you have shit to say about her then it might as well be over.

I'm serious.

It's always Maritime-Christmas, the music takes me, the bartenders delight and the rows of Christmas lights twinkle magnificent in the reflection of a beautiful friend's glasses.

Go here, get lost and be real.

J