Sip & Twirl

Fun times on an upstairs floor of a sparkling new building relatively untouched by Sandy - so new, in fact, that the wooden beams still smell fresh.  There's a large indoor dance hall and a compact outdoor deck, both of which are packed to the brim for "high tea" on weekends and when there's a good DJ. Especially DJ Lina, who Toan N. and Elliott J. are spot-on about. Absolutely electrifying.

Toan is also right about the sturdiness of the outdoor deck, but shakin' and groovin' - as the entire building lurches precariously in sync with your every move - is all part of the fun, isn't it? ;)

The new High Tea, Sip & Twirl now boasts a modern interior and an updated deck where resident DJ Lina Bradford spins soulful classics to a disco beat.  They built it.  We came.

Sip & Twirl is a good place to relax and not worry about what the other person is wearing or whether what I'm wearing is appropriate. The scene is very laid back. The bartenders appear to know 90% of the customers. The drink prices are reasonable and the music is chill. The DJ, Lina Bradford aka DJ Lina, was super friendly and genuine. I showed up when it was still a bit early, but it was perfect for me because I do not like large crowds.

I would give Sip & Twirl the maximum 5 stars, but 1 star is deducted for the "not so sturdy" dance floor deck. The deck can shake, rattle, and rumble with every little step. One would hope the deck has passed this year's building inspection.