Dive Bars

Last night we went out with some friends. Our plans included Chinese food for dinner, followed by visits to a couple local bars.

The first place we went after dinner was the Rendezvous Lounge in old Newhall. I had only heard stories about this place from my friend Henry, who had his bachelor party there a few years back. (Unlike Henry, I managed to make it out of the place still in the possession of both my wallet and my underwear.) According to the bartender, there has been a bar on the property there since the 1840's. Cool.

It's funny how the old habits come back to you - holding the longneck beer bottle with the "pen grip," getting your back to the wall so you can check out the scene, and keeping your elbow tucked in when you drink your beer to avoid collisions in a tight space. A good time was had by all.