The Mason Jar is BACK!
Okay, I'm definitely dating myself here, so here we go.
This is a nice intimate live music venue (with a history) that has been completely striped of it's old innards. Gone is the musty dankness of the former venue and it's been replaced with a really nice, clean and modern feel.
My favorite part of this venue has always been the looooooooong bar. Not only does this grant you drinks MUCH faster, but if you're by yourself, there's always a good chance that you'll find a decent place to "belly up" to the bar.
The sight lines are unimpeded and the sound system seems rock solid.
That said, I'm not real fond of the lack of seating.
ProTip #2: You enter through the side door which is behind a wall that obscures the entrance (it's always been like this). If you're a rookie, you'll certainly be perplexed, but don't worry about it, next time you'll appear like you're really "in the know".
Full Disclosure: I've known the owner (Stephen Chilton) for some years now. He's a super nice guy who's been booking shows in town for quite sometime. And I couldn't be happier that he now has his own venue.