GERMAN VILLAGE. You can come for the extensive menu of tapas and the equally lengthy list of wines to pair with your selections. You can also come to people watch, as this well established favorite draws a crowd of trendy locals for both lunch and dinner. Then there's the live music, happening several nights a week. If you're lucky enough to grab a table on the second Friday of any given month, you're in for a real treat. Live jazz, specialty mixed drinks and a late night bar menu make Barcelona a top-notch way to cap off a day spent exploring the German Village.

Near the convention center and across from the North Market, Carlisle Club offers live music and fun atmosphere on one side of the hall and a calmer, more intimate setting on the other. A great place for an after-dinner drink and conversation before heading across the way to listen to the show or hit the dance floor.

Thirsty Ear, with its abundance of music posters, has a nostalgic feeling and focuses on good, live music. Blues jams, open mic nights, and live bands are regular draws. Friendly ambience and service are a boon, and you'll also find beers from lightest lager to darkest stout, along with a knowledgeable staff to help you choose.