Happy Hour: Twin City Tavern

The Twin City Tavern (1815 Westport Road) is the type of corner bar where you intend to have one beer but suddenly find yourself drawn into a conversation. It’s also a fine place if you’re just looking to have a few beers and keep to yourself.

The long, rectangular room grows warm as it fills up with the after- work crowd. All of the specials start after 5 p.m., so there’s no time limit on happy hour here.

The service is quick, but you’ll have to catch the attention of the bartender or servers, who are in constant motion once the crowd shows up and takes over the black booths that line one wall. So be patient, because the sign above the bar warns, “there’s a $5 charge for whining.”