Vangaurd has got to be one of my favorite bars apart from Artifice for many a good reason. First, the decor takes on a minimalist point of view which comes in handy for easy navigation when you've had a few(I don't want to worry about falling into any firepits or losing a round of Street Fighter to some novice). Second, the cocktail list is so inventive a few is just not gonna do. Third, the crowd is always diverse, so you can mingle with more than just your crew. Fourth and final, the music selection is always at its finest, bringing me back to my senses for times when I have no clue. ...such an Elementary Review! The Fig-Ure Of Speech is a good cocktail, and thats my story.