Located on Chippewa Strip, Big Shotz is a large bar with a small town feeling. The clientele are 20- and 30-somethings, and the dress is definitely casual. Live music is mainly rock and roll, and the atmosphere is laid-back and relaxed. Enjoy a casual conversation over a brew or a cocktail. Drink specials every day.

DOWNTOWN. Fantastic live performances by emerging local musicians draw a discriminating clientele to this popular bar. As far as the lineup goes, variety is the name of the game, so you might find anything from rock to reggae to hip-hop groups on stage. An enviable selection of imported brews and frequent nightly specials available.

DOWNTOWN. Awesome dance nights and creative drinks keep this club packed. Splurge for the bar's signature drink the El Diablo (amaretto, sloe gin, triple sec, raspberry schnapps, orange vodka and Bacardi 151); or, if you dare crave brew, try a dose of Original Sin Hard Cidar or a Dixie Crimson Voodoo Ale. On Friday nights folks move and groove to tunes from the past four decades, while Saturdays feature live rock.

DOWNTOWN. Founded in the 1930s, this second-floor club served as a haven for African-American music lovers. Today folks still congregate here to enjoy live blues and jazz bands over drinks. Lined with photos of famous musicians including Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie and Duke Ellington, the interior pays tribute to the venue's cultural and musical legacies.

DOWNTOWN. A favorite of the the 20-something set, this nightspot is appreciated for its lineup of small-batch bourbons and awesome beer selection. Always packed and loaded with good vibes, the Crocodile frequently features live music, and you can always count on great drink specials.