Just because you’ve resolved to quit smoking doesn’t mean you can’t go out. Check out these smoke-free bars and our plan for your first week as a non-smoker.
(Yes, we know we’re kind of encouraging drinking, but you need to start somewhere..)
WEDNESDAY: Rustic Martini
616 N. Tryon St.; 704-371-6874.This martini bar offers something many Uptown establishments don’t: free parking.
THURSDAY: Common Market
2007 Commonwealth Ave.; 704-334-6209; commonmarketclt.com.
Hang out at the laid-back deli/convenience store or its Swig wine bar (and enjoy free wine tastings on Thursdays).
FRIDAY: Evening Muse
3227 N. Davidson St.; 704-376-3737; theeveningmuse.com. Catch a show at this NoDa listening room.
SATURDAY: Petra’s Piano Bar and Cabaret
1919 Commonwealth Ave.; 704-332-6609.
Sing along at this lively piano bar.
SUNDAY: Wine Up
3306-C N. Davidson St.; 704-372-2633; wine-up.com.Shoot pool or attend the “L word” viewing parties at 8 p.m. Sundays from Jan. 6 to March 31. $6.
MONDAY: Loft 1523
1523 Elizabeth Ave.; 704-333-5898; loft1523.com.
We’re a fan of this martini bar’s sequential Monday night specials: $2 domestics, $3 imports, $4 premium well, $5 bombs.
TUESDAY: Therapy
401 N. Tryon St.; 704-333-1353; therapycafe.net.Need some therapy? $1 microbrews and half-off “I need it” martinis on Tuesdays.
Your favorite smoke-free place?
Tell us: feedback@eyecharlotte.com.
Seeking a smoke-free restaurant?
Search the Health Department’s database at mecklenburg.digitalhealthdepartment.com. While you’re being healthy, check on restaurants’ health ratings, too.
FROM: CHARLOTTE OBSERVER – AMY RAINEY
