"2009-08-10T00:00:00"^^ . . "0"^^ . "Cool stuff.\n\nI came here based on reviews while wandering downtown after getting out of business trip obligations early, and it was a perfect place for a solo dinner with a couple beers.\n\nThe interior is cool, a modern take on a classic bistro look with the same posters and warm ambiance but high ceilings, couch seating at some tables, and cool lighting. Of note: a sweet chef's counter you can sit at in the back that overlooks the kitchen.\n\nGreat selection of local brews and cool upscale food, all with suggested beer pairings, or beer in the food! I had a \"devil's puttanesca\" mussel bowl - think mussels made with pasta puttanesca ingredients with a pale ale instead of a white wine. Seriously good mussels, and seriously great broth with extra bread to soak it up delivered upon request. Sweet.\n\nSo definitely good for solo dining, and I could certainly see myself here with a smallish group also. Solid work, Beer Bistro."^^ . "1"^^ . "4"^^ . . "2"^^ . .