BEST NEIGHBORHOOD BAR

SOLSTICE TAVERN First off, have you seen the new and improved patio? Nowhere else can you walk outside and feel like you're in someone's backyard rather than in the middle of the arts district. It's located in the heart of NoDa, and the addition of the outdoor bar means you rarely have to step inside or wait for a server to stop by. Plenty of indoor TVs keep the sports fans happy, and they've also managed to keep their tasty menu offering more than the standard bar fare with plenty of cold and hot wraps and sandwiches amidst the usual suspects. 3221 N. Davidson St. 704-342-2556 www.solsticetavern.com