It's Saturday night and your date is off to a good start. You've already gone to dinner; you've even held hands. But it's still early and you're not ready for the night to end. Thankfully Madison has several late-night date bars, all conveniently located in the King Street area near the picturesque Capitol, that are sure to make your date as pleasurable as possible.
Madison's: 119 N. King St.,
Monday-Saturday 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
With a friendly staff and plush booths perfect for getting a little closer to your date, Madison's is ideal. Plus, it's near impossible to go wrong with their deliciously wicked martinis. Within the $7 to $8 range, at least one of these martinis is sure to please you or your date:
Chunky Monkey: A banana chocolate flavored drink fused with banana liqueur, Kahlua, Dr. Vanillicuddy, sweetened crème and of course, crème de cacao.
Island Martini: You'll wish you were stranded on a desert island with this delicious melon treat, made with melon liqueur, rum and pineapple juice.
Mochaccino: For all you chocolate lovers, this is the perfect treat, made with Godiva white liqueur, Kahlua, sweetened cream, crème de cacao and vodka.
Opus Lounge: 116 N. King St., Monday-Saturday 4:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. The lights are dim, the swanky seats are low
to the ground and the lush champagne cocktails are plentiful. If you're looking for a little luxury in your life, this is the place to go. Champagne cocktails include:
Purple Rain: In the words of Prince [and the Opus Lounge, of course] this is what it tastes like when doves cry.
Champagne Supernova: A Cognac and Champagne mix, this drink is especially made for brandy lovers.
The OPUS: Their signature champagne treat, the OPUS is filled with ""raspberry decadence.""
Your Local Tavern: 102 N. King St., Thursday until 2 a.m.; Friday and Saturday until 2:30 a.m. For those with a more low-key and relaxed style, Your Local Tavern is a promising option. With a warm vibe and plenty of open space amid the multiple tables and huge bar in a separate room, this local tavern definitely leaves room for potential.
While it not specializing in any one particular style of drink, many local beers are on tap for all ale lovers, and they make a mouth-watering vodka lemonade. Their current special, however, is a root beer vodka float surely you won't find anywhere else. With over 90 different liquors, you and your date can have anything you want, which will hopefully be each other by the time you leave.
