"Doubtless due to its proximity to the Bluebird Theater, Middleman’s a scene most nights; the majority of patrons look like they could be musicians or DJs themselves. The cocktail list is small in size, but big on personality. About 10 signature and seasonal drinks reflect the bartenders’ idiosyncratic tastes, with the option to add CBD oil. Space Wine, for example, features saké, Prosecco, two contrasting herbal liqueurs, and an absinthe rinse. Not surprisingly, the food exudes character too. Chef Bo Porytko dreams up such wildly entertaining stuff as buckwheat-battered kielbasa corndogs. True to its name, Middleman bridges the distance between easygoing everyday hangout and raucous hot spot." - Ruth Tobias
