Temple University - Templar Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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A night out on campus ZACHARY MARTIN As Temple students turn the legal drinking age of 21, they seek safe and inviting bars in the area to unwind in. Three local bars that come to most students’ minds are Maxi’s, found on Liacouras Walk, the Draught Horse, on 1431 Cecil B. Moore Ave and Pub Webb, on 1527 Cecil B. Moore Ave. While very different from each other, all three bars hold different characteristics for all types of people exploring Temple’s burgeoning nightlife. Maxi's is a common site for students, considering its convenient location in one of the busiest areas of Main Campus. The bar opened about six years ago and caters to casual drinkers in between classes, as well as late night party-seekers. Bartender Jules Roldan is often found working week nights, highlighting the promotions Maxi’s offers in attempt to bringing in more students. “We have Mexican Mondays, with specials on Corona and Jose Cuervo, Karaoke Tuesdays with Long Island and Yuengling specials, and dollar domestic draft Sundays, Roldan said. “The bar has weekly events like Tuesday night karaoke and Open Mic Night Wednesdays that bring in poets, rappers, guitarists and singers, Roldan added. Maxi’s has a welcoming and light atmosphere, and your only obstacle may be trying to squeeze your way to the bar on especially packed nights. Events like Spring Fling, Homecoming and St. Patrick's Day are some of the busiest days of the year for Maxi's, as expected. “It’s nice here because the bar is a good median between a dive and a college bar,” Roldan said. The Draught Horse, a ten-year staple as a Temple bar, is located across from The Edge at Avenue North apartment building and student village. The Draught Horse serves as a restaurant as well as a bar and specializes in contributing to large groups and organizations from Temple. “We have the largest venue and a great staff. Our food and rotating draft beer selection is what sets us apart, manager Aaron Friedman said. A The bar also offers a number of weekly events to keep students coming in like DJ's on Wednesdays, Quizzo on Thursdays and promotions like “Kick the Keg, where a patron pays $10 for unlimited Rolling Rock until the keg is empty. “Our bar will definitely teach students how to behave at a bar, what drinks to order, and how to enjoy what they drink, Friedman said. Pub Webb. Temple’s newest bar, was opened about three years ago by Zach Webb and his brother Nate Webb, a Temple alumni. Located about a block and a half from the Draught Horse, Pub Webb offers a downstairs bar and an upstairs area that can hold small performances and concerts. Zach Webb described the atmosphere of his bar as well as its point in the community. “Our staff is very close and we have fun in here. This is a good place to come and see what North Philly is. It’s students, local residents, and it contributes energy to our neighborhood,” he said. Pub Webb is known for its signature special, the Triathlon. For $9, the customer receives a domestic draft, a well shot and a car bomb, which is a shot of Jamison and Bailey's dropped in a half pint of Guinness. Pub Webb is also known for opening at 9 a.m. just to serve kegs and eggs on Saint Patrick's Day, and getting involved on Temple’s campus for Spring Fling. Webb is excited about the growth of his bar. “We want to establish North Philly as a fun and safe place to go. A true bar in our vision is a place where all people can mix, Webb said.