Bright and happy basement 
This place is like a super-cool rumpus room . . . I love the cozy couches, the TVs you can ignore if'n you want, and the interesting decor. Also, even though this bar is technically located in a basement, there is a glass wall that lets in plenty of fresh air and light. My only complaint is that I paid &6.50 for a (generic) bourbon and ginger!!! I don't get to NW very often, but I'm pretty sure that's steep even for this neighborhood. Definitely check it out, though - they're new, and I'm not sure the prices are carved in stone just yet.