I like Shotgun Willies. I...

I like Shotgun Willies. I visited on Friday, October 26 after work. Shotgun's pulls off sophisticated without being pretentious. Earlier reviews described it as a jeans kind of place, and I agree.

Parking is kind of a pain at Shotguns. Also, the surrounding streets are impossible during rush hour. Once you're parked though, there is a speedy ID check and cover charge. Some bars are so dim you have to wait for your eyes to adjust before you enter. At Shotgun's the entry is lit clearly enough to let you waltz right in. The $3 cover before 7:00 pm is more than fair.

Once inside, the layout is a bit claustrophobic. Navigating through tables and chairs will require a bit of limbo, but once situated, my criticisms end.