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I attended a concert here in the music hall and decided to come early for dinner/drinks. Speaking of which, the food is incredible. I love Short Leash, but I also like the Valley Bar only creations that they serve as well. If you are feeling like a snack or starter, then GET THE FIGS & GOAT CHEESE. I don't often use ALLCAPS, but this is worth it. Delicious in every way and served with fresh bread (you can ask/pay for extra bread if needed too).
As for drinks, they have a great selection of wines and local beers, but I think their cocktails are the most interesting I've found around town. I love the names and great ingredient combos. My favorite is the Tom Horne-y which is kind of like a honey version of a Moscow Mule. This drink is served in a 16oz pint glass which makes it definitely worth the price too. I rarely order the same drink twice during a visit, but this one was just too good.
I like the atmosphere and the music venue. It's much smaller than Crescent, and therefore more enjoyable. I like that they have a bar inside the venue, but I'm an even bigger fan of the fact that you can order on your restaurant/main bar tab and just ask for the drink to be put in plastic to take with you around the game tables or into the music venue.
This place is one of the few true gems that I've discovered downtown. I guess I'll just have to hope that people can't find the unmarked door in the alleyway and end up over at the new Cornish Pasty location instead, because this place is awesome!
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