Post #49496 by woofmutt on Thu, Aug 28, 2003 1:57 AM

First: The Alibi...The plastic "float" lights out front were all repaired...New globes, new knotted rope (Or at least they seemed new a couple weeks ago when I was there). Also, Sunday and Monday there's a new bartender working, Michael. He made the best tropical drinks I've had at the Alibi. His Mai-Tai (Orange type) was actually quite drinkable and strong. A really nice guy who is the head bartender at a downtown Portland joint called Green Papaya (1135 SW Morrison). He talked up their drinks, but it was closed when we went by.

Second: Neon in Seattle...Western Neon is the place...2700 1st Ave S, 206-682-7738. They do all sorts of historic restoration, plus they sell original neon art. If you're vsiting Seattleville and are at all interetsted in neon as a contemporary medium it's worth checking out. I've seen many excellent pieces there for well under $300. They also make and sell crap that pays the rent, so don't be put off by a neon cactus or Marilyn in the window.