Yeah the alley sucks.. Sweetwater Cafe isn't too bad though, I prefer it to most of the trashy college bars around here. Though its been over a year since I've been, could be different now. Never had any problems with Opals bar though.. I always get hooked up with strong drinks there I would avoid Venu of all places.. it's a rip off and the staff acts like its the best club in the world. Rumor is right next door and much better. Tonic smells like feet. Avalon Saturdays are pretty gay, unless you'd enjoy a cloned army of spiky haired, fake tanned, buff guys in the same A/X shirt.