Poleng Lounge - Balinese groove

One of our friends is in a band and was playing tonight at Poleng Lounge on Fulton. We ventured over to the neighbourhood for the second time in a few days and were pleasantly surprised (next to Papolote). The refurbished restaurant come bar come live music venue smells and feels like a brooklyn joint and the crowd matches the bill. It was a full house on a Thursday night, lots of drinkers with a few tables enjoying some of their small plates that are inspired by traditional asian street food. Looking at the website it seems to be a vibrant little spot collecting all sorts of cultural nuggets. If you are in the mood for some small plates and ecclectic beats then off you go to Poleng...

Levende Lounge

For the second Sunday in a row, it has been group brunch at Levende on Mission. Amazing open space with original brick walls, DJ's spinning in the background and today a Brazilian esque chanteuse contributing her melody over the beats. Great for groups, very accommodating staff and the Heuvos Rancheros rocked, oh and there is the Bloody Mary bar but due to afternoon yoga ambissions it was off limits. Check it out, well worth a trip - Friday and Saturdays also serve up a club vibe after 10pm, can't vouch for it but sounds fun.