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The bar has six stools, exposed brick, and lots of booze. Photograph by Erik Uecke
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The crown jewels of the bar are a lineup of infused liquors in glass jars. Photograph by Erik Uecke
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Bar manager Patrice Cleary with her Harrison cocktail. Photograph by Erik Uecke
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A closeup of the Harrison cocktail: rosemary-and-black-peppercorn-infused vodka served on the rocks with a splash of tonic and paired with a side of green grapes. Photograph by Erik Uecke
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Chicken La Paloma: spicy braised chicken in a deep-fried pastry with salsa and black-bean aioli. Photograph by Erik Uecke
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Low couches give the space a speakeasy feel. Photograph by Erik Uecke
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A low-lit corner of Last Exit. Photograph by Erik Uecke
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Strawberry-infused vodka gets poured into Mason jars. Photograph by Erik Uecke
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There are six beers on draft and 12 more by the bottle. Photograph by Erik Uecke