The Brink Lounge is awesome.
Located between the border of the "few blocks leading up to the Capitol" and the "almost sketchy east side," the Brink Lounge is a haven for people looking to chill and have fun.
They have a very spacious interior, good selection of drinks at fair prices and pretty good music, ranging from live bands to jazz/blues. Add in the pool tables and some swing dancing from time and time and you've got yourself a pretty cool establishment!