Hot Spots: Mind Your P’s & Q’s
Revisited a mid-town stalwart recently—Pen & Quill on Charles Street in Station North. Something about the cooler weather makes this bar and restaurant a favorite go-to in the wintery months.
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…and tucking into some roasted chicken, steak frites or a crunchy chicken sandwich with chow-chow relish that is the definition of satisfying.
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The big bar with its sturdy marble top is always brimming with friendly patrons and the bartenders are on-point with a sophisticated cocktail program.
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The featured special cocktails are always uniformly creative, and yummy bar snacks include deviled egg halves and soft pretzels with porter cheddar cheese sauce.
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…last summer – for a month – it became a tiki-styled oasis, complete with a special tiki cocktail menu.
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There’s interesting artwork throughout the space, including colorful painted wall murals in the lounge area.