Quick Shot: A quintessential Happy Hour and cocktail bar -- 820 is a trendy, upscale ultra-lounge with a very nice and relaxing back deck area -- Connected next door to the gorgeous Mint Restaurant
Location: On Russell (south end of Mississippi)
Atmosphere & Decor:
Remodeled, urban brick warehouse is edgy but welcoming. High-level design gives personality to this trendy and hip cocktail lounge with a giant concrete S-shaped bar and a multitude of "O"s hanging from the back bar. Hidden back room is lined with couches and provides a great conversation pit and party room. When weather permits, head back to the large, enclosed deck, complete with plants, picnic tables, heat lamps, and hanging lights. Towering trees and new wooden fence give privacy.
Happy Hour Food:
$3.50–$8.00
It's all about the sweet potato fries! And the lamb burger. And the risotto balls, spicy Caesar and soup of the day.
Happy Hour Drinks:
$3.00 drafts/microbrews
$5.00 red or white wine
$6.00 award-winning cocktails (try the avocado daiquiri!)
Tips:
-- Owner Lucy Brennan is one of the world's top bartenders and master mixologists! Get her book, "Hip Sips! Purchase a copy at the bar or order through Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/Hip-Sips-Modern-Cocktails-Spirits/dp/0811849589)
-- Come with a few good friends to sip and sample their cocktails too. Or schedule a private cocktail class!
-- Call ahead for large groups. This is a great place to host a small crowd.
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820/MINT
820 N. Russell; 503-284-5518
www.mintrestaurant.com
Happy Hours: 4:00-8:00pm Monday & Tuesday; Wednesday & Sunday ALL NIGHT LONG!, Thursday - Saturday 4:00- 6:30pm
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