Our Friday was pretty standard including unpacking, organizing, shopping for household goods, etc. Nothing exciting here, but as the day crept on, M&I got closer and closer to Southtown's (our 'hood) #FirstFriday.
Mike and I were thrilled to find out that we are a 8 minute walking distance to the Blue Star Arts Complex. Blue Star Arts Complex includes art, drinks, retail shops, and restaurants. There are a couple of places I am particularly interested in: Halcyon Coffee and Bar, 1919, and Stella Public House.
Blue Star's First Friday attracts a very diverse and interesting (and weirdish) crowd. Walking up through the complex's back alley to the entrance was definitely the "grunge" hangout spot - very movie-esque. As we hit the main stomping ground, which was the Blue Star Brewery pictured above, we were welcomed with live jazz music which was rocking. M&I grabbed a local brew - myself a hoppy IPA named the "Pale Ale" (fitting, right?) and M got the "Texican" - which is basically SA's Bud light. #itslikewater.
We kept on walking and parked outside the Halcyon which has now turned from a coffee shop to a bar. We found a siiick DJ; unfortunately, I have no name. However, I did record a voice memo and if I can figure out a way to embed it, I will!
Blue Star Brewing Company - 4 out of 5 Stars
We ended our night inside the brewery where we grabbed some dinner. We had the special which was a brat hoagie with cheese, and sautéed peppers and onions. #nomnomnom
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| 4/5 Stars - fo sho |
We wanted to head down into the King William district further for the block party but we were wiped. Next #firstfriday though, WATCH OUT!
Next up, the Pearl Farmer's Market - MY FAVORITE THING TO DO!
