My favorite spot in town for live music. ( The Grog Shop a very close second) The Tavern is the smaller of the two rooms for shows, it's tiny and you'd be hard pressed to find a bad vantage point in there. The entire staff (owners included) are some of the nicest people around. Books a huge range of acts and the Mark and Lawrence dj nights will make you weep over your own record collection. Decent beer selection, although the taps are lacking...the bartenders pour a heavy shot and the food is pretty decent now that the Grovewood Tavern took over the kitchen. Neighborhood is sketchy- but if you get there early enough you can park in the lot behind the venue. Do not park at the bank next door. It is not safe. Visit "This Way Out" The vintage clothing shop downstairs for some fabulous finds a la Pete, Dave, and Debbie.