I have had the pleasure of hitting up The Main Ingredient for both food and drinks and have been impressed each time. Now that summer has evaporated, the true potential of their patio has begun to emerge. Their location on 7th Street is not dazzling, but the place is tucked back enough from the street to allow the old-school hip hop music, low hanging light-studded trees, and candle-lit tables to work their magic. There is also a bench with a large barrel for a table that my friend noticed only at the end of our meal that if available, must be snagged for use.
The inside of TMI might even have better atmosphere which feels warm and luscious with the lights dimmed and candles everywhere.
Their beer selection is extensive and they carry one of my favorite brews (Agave Wheat). The food menu is short, but everything is generally tasty, specifically the mac and cheese with the green chiles. I'd knock the menu only for its spareness. I'd like to see a few more interesting additions to their food selection, but there really is no place I would rather go to on a random night of the week at 9pm for a drink.