September 25, 2009
Top 5 places to chill for an after-work drink
By KRISTEN MCKENZIE

The workplace can be stressful and a drink or two at the end of the day is often the perfect chance to unwind. Here are the top 5 after-work watering holes in which to swill away those office blues:

FOR EVERYONE:

Cactus Club Cafe

Various locations

A predictable, but safe, choice. The staff are guaranteed to be attractive, a diverse drink menu caters to cocktail-lovers and beer guzzlers alike, and with a kazillion locations around town, chances are there's one only a few steps from your workplace.

FOR WINE LOVERS:

Salt Tasting Room

45 Blood Alley, Gastown

A short jaunt from the downtown core, this unpretentious joint is a great place to loosen your tie and sample some truly fantastic wines. Vino aficionados will appreciate the plentiful assortments of cheese and condiment pairings.

TO SEE AND BE SEEN:

The Shore Club

688 Dunsmuir St.

This sleek and stylish lounge attracts some of Vancouver's top go-getters. After all, it just ain't posh unless you're paying $12 for a cocktail.

FOR A LOW-KEY PINT:

Kingston Taphouse and Grill

755 Richards St.

Play a game of pool, chow down on some nachos, or watch the game while downing your ale.

FOR THE VIEW:

The Mill Marine Bistro

1199 West Cordova St.

On a nice day, this waterfront pub is the place to be. Featuring breath-taking views of Stanley Park and North Vancouver, it's a lovely place to toast sunset.

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