Northern Belle sits at a corner which has seen quite a bit of turnover in the last few years, but luckily, this one looks like it's here to stay. It's got a great sunny patio for the warmer weather, but the interior is also a draw with its hanging ball lights and Parisian-bistro furnishings. Healthy variety of beers on tap (many from local breweries, including seasonal specials), as well as a thoughtfully curated array of cocktails. The ones I've tried have ranged from good to great. Food menu is very lean, so don't come here on an empty stomach. Their pate spread is quite tasty, though.
What keeps this place from reaching excellence is probaly its service. With some exception, the waitstaff like to operate on their own time and don't seem really invested in making sure you have a pleasant experience. It's never been egregious for me, but it's also somewhat disappointing to see a place with so many pluses get taken down a notch by the general attitude of its employees.
That being said, I still try to come here whenever I can for the aforementioned positives.