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AWOL

(110 Ratings)
Military-themed in Olde Towne
Grab a drink special and hit the karaoke stage at this casual, popular bar.


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Reviews

silverstardw1
silverstardw1
Over a year ago

It's okay

It used to be great - but now the dealers are hanging out and it's beyond obvious. Not going back.


socialb
socialb
Over a year ago

Friendly bunch

Lots of fun and laughs at AWOL. Mon. and Thurs. Karaoke. Nice back patio bar.


KingJoker
KingJoker
Over a year ago

Neighborhood bar where they get super-trashed.

Seems like this bar is good for one thing; drinking yourself into oblivion. Regular neighborhood crowd, most people seem to know each other here, nothing upscale or updated about the place. They have a large back patio...reeks of smoke there even when people aren't smoking, so no luck if you are trying to get some fresh air. Heath is a friendly bartender, he'll make you feel welcome....as well as the overly affectionately drunk patrons.


livefortoday
livefortoday
Over a year ago

AWOL

Sit down, neighborborhood gay bar, pool tables, great bartenders, great service, darts, huge patio bar,kareoke mondays, no cover, a sit down "cheers" type bar. Mixed crowd: Gay men, Gay Women, straight, all walks


MusicDoc
MusicDoc
Over a year ago

Bear Happy Hour on Wednesdays

Fun bar. Just be careful where you park your car, the neighborhood isn't the most secure.


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