City: Louisville, KY

Category: Nightlife

Telephone: (502) 582-2433

Address: 1025 Barret Ave.

Description: Great food, a cool neighborhood, and a stylish industrial vibe all contribute to the ultra-hip atmosphere at the Monkey Wrench, located just a couple blocks off of Bardstown Road at the busy corner of Winter and Barret. The works of local artists adorn the walls, and striking lamps fashioned by Louisville-area glassblowers hang from the ceilings. When the room goes dim at night, the lights twinkle through the dark and transform the spartan space into a cozy den. It’s an ideal spot to bring a date, hang out with a group of friends, or just come on your own. The crowd, usually on the younger side, is an eclectic mix of locals, as witnessed by the Derby City Roller Girls, who often show up after their Saturday-evening bouts for a drink. There’s often live entertainment, and on Tuesday night it’s two-for-one cheeseburgers.