I've spent far too many dollars at this place. I spent a formidable percent of my 20-something years at this place and probably every dollar I made on food and drink. But at the same time, it's a infamous musicians' hangout... One evening I even found myself in adjacent booths' to Sting.
Most of my time here was spent pitching woo, not letting my stories suffer for lack of imagination, or negotiating fees for gigs or soliciting my craft (and myself). At the same time, it was mostly a drunken blur, so I honestly can't remember if it was worth it.
My most recent visit was as fruitful as any, as I landed a potential lucrative recording gig with some details as of yet to be ironed out.
So I always kick myself for not going here more often as I always seem to walk away with more work.
I'll always be back.
I wish the basement was still open though. I miss the "dank hole in the ground" aspect of this place.