The Bar

1st time here. Heard its been around forever. Its was packed more than usual due to St Pattys weekend. But we still got quick service. Drinks were not watered down, wings were awesome. Love this place. Old school vibe with a modern twist.

Just had an awesome experience at The Bar Coral Gables. The atmosphere was fun and relaxed, the drinks were great, and the service was honestly what stood out the most. Our server Dai, was super friendly, attentive, and made sure everything went smoothly the whole time we were there. You can tell she really cares about her job and the people she’s serving. Definitely planning to come back!

What a terrible place! The DJ is literally not doing his job, and I didn't even try the drinks. I will not recommend this place.

A Dive bar with fun decor, great music, and reasonably priced drink for the area. Unfortunately, customer service is lacking a bit, and bartenders are more worried about the shots they are drinking than serving. Overall, it was a good time, but expect to wait a bit for your drinks and to have to repeat your drink order multiple times to get it correct.

We love the Bar we do! We love the Bar we do! We love the bar we do, oh the Bar we love you! If you're looking for a true bar and not a sceney hangout, this is perfect. The staff is amazing and the food is sneaky good. Not a super expansive drink selection, but everything you need. Every week when we come they treat us like family. If you're an Arsenal supporter you owe it to yourself to make it out to a match. Nothing else like it.

Typical dive bar and reasonably priced for Coral Gables. Philly Cheesesteak was ok and was served how it supposed to be (cheese, onions, and meat.) Just a heads up it's the only bar I've been to that takes your ID and card to start a tab.

I visited the venue last night with my 15 pound carin terrier who is a medical alert dog and has all the paper work and also registered with the health department. As I was trying to order a beer at the bar I was approached by a heavy set african American genament who aparantly works at the venue as a security guard. He indicated to me I needed to leave the bar because of my dog. I explain to him it was a medical alert dog, his reply was "I don't give a shit what kind of dog it is" I asked to speak to his manager and he proceeded to grab me by my neck and started draging me out the back door. I will be going back today and filing a police report as I have scratches in my face and neck from this incident. Horrible experience and will be dealt with accordingly

We just had drinks at this place and find it not only surprising but insulting that management would employ servers like our. Her name, Daimelys A (per receipt). Not only is she a CON ARTIST and lied brazenly to our faces when confronted about the tip(s) having been already charged but TRICKED US KNOWINGLY about such NOT having been paid, prevented us from seeing the check upon request but even going further as literally hiding when ASKED for it. Can't undertand why management would allow and condone such behavior toward loyal and paying customers. Unless servers like these are reprimanded and/or laid off for their illegal behavior, we see no reason to ever return. And if you do choose to try, make sure you are NOT served by this waitress. But if you do, triple check how much will she be charging you for-and make sure you ask AND RECEIVE what is referred to as a routine receipt.

Great place for drinks and dancing! I've been to The Bar a few times throughout my life and all my experiences have been great! Love the music, DJ's, and the ambiance. Even when it's slow, I think the atmosphere is still fun. I'm thankful The Bar exists for people to go dance, let out their dance moves, enjoy each other's company, get fairly priced drinks, and let loose.

I just came in there was no bouncer at the door... so he chased us down and asked for our ID. Went to the bar and the blonde bartender id'd me again. I couldn't wear my hoodie?? Idk why it was empty They don't have many selections of drinks

Their bar food is good Had their Buffalo wings and chicken fingers with fries. It was all very good and tasty. Their service is always on point. We've been going to this bar for years now and it's never disappointed. I love the ambiance of this bar. The have music for everyone. You have three different areas to hang out in and around the bar. The decor is awesome- retro old school sort of way. Dimmed red lights

I recently came here to watch an Arsenal soccer game as this is a bar that supports the team here in Miami. What a fun time! It honestly felt like I was back in college. Of course, not the college bar prices. I can't speak to what it's normally like as I came Saturday mid day to watch a game and then again yesterday around the same time, but the vibe was really fun! Service was a bit slow to get a drink, but it was pretty packed. I tried the " Award Winning Wings" as well. $16 for 10 and we did 5 Asian style and 5 lemon pepper. Pretty good!

If you're like me and love dive bars, I've got a place for you. I was in town for a wedding and visited here a couple nights with some locals. I am so glad we went, this place is a riot! Music is amazing and there's plenty of room for dancing. The staff is also great, I can say enough about how well they handled the dense crowd. Bathrooms were clean and well attended to. No issues at all. We did not get a chance to eat here.

One of my favorite watering holes. Great happy hour, specially with Carlos on the helm. Backyard and front promenade is where it's at. Jeremy and his crew are top notch! Say hi to the bald dude too!

Oh, The Bar. I have been coming here for years and I warn all who wander in to exercise caution. Will you have a fabulous time and love everything the DJ plays? Absolutely. Will you dance like no one is watching, despite the dance floor being packed? Yes, yes you will. But, because the pours are STRONG and the music is great...the end of the night will likely be a total mystery when you eventually wake up at 12 pm the next day. How many gin and tonics were consumed? Whose bed is this? What happened to my shoes? All these questions are ones I've asked myself after a night out at The Bar. Since I moved back to Coral Gables in 2021, this bar has been responsible for a good 80%-85% of all the hangovers I've experienced since then. So enjoy your time here...but enjoy responsibly.

This tavern has been here since the 60's. It's a local Coral Gables place, and has a great bar with good bar food. Tavern tavern. Weekends it has a front door guy, since the turned the street into a pedestrian area it now has outdoor seating with service (so you can bring your dog).

Five stars for a place that always brings the dancing you didn't know you needed to a late night you didn't know you were having in the Gables. There's no frills here, but what more do you need than drinks and good music with friends. There is plenty of seating inside and outside, with bars in both spaces too. I find this spot to be super affordable and somewhere you won't ever regret popping into for a drink or two. The Bar is a Coral Gables staple, and we love that for us.

The Bar is a classic spot to hit up for good dancing, great bar bites and a vibe like no other. The service is good and Switch (the owner) strives to ensure that every guest has a great experience at all times. Yaya, was our server last night and she was great! Totally hilarious and made great recommendations and accommodations to our food order. We sat outside and enjoyed the weather, people watching and all things Miami. The band was ok and when we got tired of that, the DJ inside didn't disappoint. Always a great time! Don't drink and drive and enjoy!

Went with a group of 18 people tonight,service and food was great.Good pricing very goodlĺ

Sunday afternoon, service is about as poor as you can tolerate without walking out. Food was a little better than that

The guys on staff are cool dudes. Friendly and comfortable to stand around. Three fun nights in a row and we will comeback again. The females are very good looking and seem to have that little chip on their shoulders in their customer service. It must be a tough life to be born in an attractive body... With that said. We enjoyed the bar, the karaoke, drinks, cool vibe, and felt safe with the bouncers. Marco you definitely are great to be around. Namaste to the bar.

I go to this place to drink and dance with friends and my husband. The music is always great !

Hit The Bar to bid adieu to some coworkers and boy, did it exceed expectations. This place rocks the chill sports bar vibe, playing killer tunes that got us movin'. The drinks? Top-notch and easy on the wallet. Then there's Joe, the owner. Never met a guy who makes you feel more like family, he's a total legend. We spent the night chatting, dancing, and even networking. And Joe, total champ that he is, treated us to some special house love. Bottom line: The Bar is THE place for a laid-back, sexy sports bar experience that won't break the bank. Thanks to Joe and the crew for a fab night. We're definitely coming back, and we're bringing the whole crew next time!

Came to this bar on a Friday night around 8pm. It wasn't packed yet so that was nice. The staff was all dressed up for Hallo-weekend so that was cool. It all went downhill when the bartender dressed up like gladiator made us terrible shots with an attitude. Then I ordered a draft beer and it was warm. I told me friends and they had been told by another bartender that they didn't have draft because it was down. So why did this guy sell me a beer knowing the taps were down? Either way their beers were warm too. We also ordered an app and that was okay. We ended up going back to Coyo Taco's secret lounge were the music, service, food and drinks were way better. I wouldn't go back to The Bar. I don't care that it's a "staple" in Coral Gables. It was awful.

This is a coral gables staple, drinks are decent. Some bartenders make drinks better than others. DJ's music was pretty diverse. Very nice crowd, Had a good time, I'll definitely visit again when the occasion calls.

Came here on a semi busy Friday night for some drinks. We found a table in the back and the server showed up promptly to take our orders. The drinks were okay, but the nachos were a bit stale. I asked the waitress twice for water, but we never got them. To make matters worse, when she asked us to pay, she didn't tell us that the service charge was already included. I guess coming from NY, we aren't used to seeing bills including service charge for a party less than 6. So we tipped her another 20% on top of that even though we asked her specifically if the service charge was included. We only found out after asking to see the itemized bill because we thought the bill was a bit large. Just be aware...

Came for Happy Hour with my dad & had a great time. The Bar never changes & that's a good thing considering it's Downtown Gables go-to dive bar. Love that they've set up tables in the front now & our waitress, Yaya was great. Recommended the free "Ladies Night" beer & my dad & I chose to split the nachos. SO GOOD! Consistent spot that never disappoints.

Great low key bar. Only qualm is the lady they have singing out front. It's painful to our ears and the music inside the bar is way better. Hopefully they can get her to stop "singing" (her son sings better!)

The Bar is a great place to grab a drink at whatever time. It's 5 o'clock somewhere right? I love this bar. It's one of my go to places in Miami. It's like my Cheers except no one really knows my name here lol. But every time I come here it's a good time. They have an inside and outside area. The inside is of course a full bar while the outside just has standard drinks. They normally have a DJ on weekends and I believe during the week they have different events. I come here anytime I go to the Gables. It's usually the last bar I go to. To end the night. This particular night I stuck to the same drink I was having at Tap 42. A Moscow mule. It was made by a guy at the bar. It was absolutely horrible. I complained something I rarely do. I said it tasted bad. The girl I complained to tasted it. She too said it was horrible. She made me a new one and I was so happy I complained! It was delicious and well made. When I ordered it again (not from her super mistake) it was bad again. So I decided to stick to a beer which they do have a great selection. This bar is meant to have a good time. Period. I'm not too happy some of the bartenders can't make drinks but I am happy with the venue and the music. It's a go to place for people not from Miami.

Oldest bar in Miami has a vibe. Cool place to have a drink and chill. They have food and the lights are a vibe

Visit:1st on a sunday Food: fries- good nothing out of this workd Drink: moscow- good Atmosphere: completely dead, seems spacious and dark Staff: we tried to make it hype and requested songs and they said they couldnt but advised us to use the jukebox, no DJ Tips: didnt seem like a fun spot at all for a sunday so maybe not the best place to go Return: no

The place to be on a FRIDAY NIGHT is THE BAR! Fellas, you will catch a lot of ladies at the bar after 5pm. Ladies drink Free every Friday from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The DJ keeps it bumping with cool tunes and a lot of old hip-hop which I love. The bartenders are nice and helpful. I've never experienced the side eye because of all the free drinks they keep making but then again I do make sure to always tip them. I make sure I have some cash cause they treat me well with them nice, strong drinks. I have to warn you yes it looks like a whole in the hall, but trust me it isn't; take a chance and go. It's located on Giralda Avenue, also known as Giralda Under the Stars where the umbrellas used to be and now they have the #sunlit. As you walk in The Bar you see their main bar in the middle surrounded by the dance floor and some tables and chairs. If you keep walking to the back you will see their outside bar playing different music from the inside. This is where you will spot the smokers - it has an even more chill vibe. I tend to hang out inside jamming to my old school hip hop music. This last time I came it was for an event (Boo's @ The Bar), which I have to give it to The Bar they were demonstrating excellent customer service - super attentive. This is definitely one of my favorite bars on Friday nights in the Gables. I usually start here and end my night at Tarpon Bend. I've had some great memories at The Bar and hope to keep making more memories.

This bar must be under new management after the pandemic. Used to be a spot to meet with professionals after work but now it's a dive bar scene and not a great one.

Really unhappy with my service... or should i say lack there of. Came to the area to check outthe new installation by Jessy Nite and with the rain decided to take refuge at this establishment. I got there a little after my friends.. it was slow when we got there so only the bar staff was working.. the woman at the bar gave me a water and never returned... after waiting a long time to order and realizing she wasn't coming back i went to the bar to place my order. Well they were so caught up in their coversations at the bar they didnt pay attention and one of the patron pointed out that i had been waiting.. i finally put in my order. After it came out i finished my meal.. no one ever came back for refills or to alow us to get more drinks so we decided to just ask for the check. The gentleman at the bar cleared out table and basically never brought the check back... Again we wait.... finally we approach the bar so we can just pay and leave and again we are ignored for a long time... at this point i decide im over it and not coming back .. esp when THERE ARE PLENTY OF OTHER OPTIONS IN THE AREA WITH BETTER SERVICE. At the end i did leave a tip because i just don't have it in me to not leave anything but its def way lower than i would have of.. even if the service was just ok... I DON'T RECCOMEND THIS PLACE.

It's one of Coral Gables most known dive bars located in on Giralda right in the heart of the Downtown Gables. They've revamped their menu and offer great food alongside their stiff drinks. All the beers are priced pretty good for the neighborhood and you can always rely on a cold drink at almost anytime of the day when coming here. It's not pretentious in anyway and you'll see all types of people here which adds variety. Recently, they've paved the road outside and made it a pedestrian only strip which is great. The selection of craft beers are definitely impressive and there's always a cold glass awaiting you. On the weekends, they have a band playing live music until super late. It's a low key vibe here so there's no need to dress up. I like their rendition of the Pisco Sour so try it out next time you make a trip there.

Great little bar in coral gables. Always good music , young people, good vibes.. Drinks are expensive, no specials.

The bar is great. Always a fun late night hangout and friendly staff all the way to the door person. Thanks for the cool shirts, Stretch! Two new fans of yours

Happiest place in Miami. Good food, good people, great staff. Great cold draft beer and wonderful drinks. A home away from home, I have spent many a day and night here. The Bar is my favorite spot in Coral Gables/Miami.

Ladies drink free every Friday till 7:30! I don't see why this place would deserve any less than 5 stars....hahah! Cheers ladies ;)

Great place to meet for drinks! The bartenders were very friendly and helpful. They have a good selection of beer and full bar. My drink was well made as well as the rest of my friend's drinks. Definitely recommend The Bar to meet up with your friends and have a great time!

My girlfriend and I were seated outside, and she went to use the restroom. Before she came back, I stepped away to use the restroom too. When she came back, I was initially gone. A group of people(including women and men) started harassing her and saying that I had left her because I got tired of her. They proceeded, and since no one came to her defense, she seized a beer from one of their hands, and asked them to repeat it - she reacted. ONLY THEN did the security (which my gf didn't spot, or she would have got them) react to her. He did nothing while being harassed by strangers, but once he saw her react and stand up for herself - we were both kicked out of this place. It was ridiculous - no one came to her aid until it was too late, and the harassers reported her too after he defended herself. We had to close our tab and leave - all because, as we were told "these thing happen - you're at a bar". This is exactly the reaction I would expect from a bar in Miami, and I can't believe we were kicked out, when security was there the whole time and watched it happen. I believe the bartender contributed to kicking her out as well - even though right when it happened, she actually immediately reported it to him, and admitted to reacting out of defense. This place does not deserve our business, or yours. What is the point of having security, if only to watch a women be harassed by a group, only to kick her out when she reacts, as any human would?

Beware of this place . They didn't tell us they charge a service charge on the bill and on top of that we tip 20%. Unbelievable!

I've found myself at The Bar many a Monday nights. And despite the rave food reviews, I have never once eaten here. My nights brought me here because the type of venue that The Bar is. It's small, a wrap around bar. Owned by the same people as Purdy Lounge and Blackbird. There are plenty of stools and tables around the joint. They have a food menu and a decent beer board, and are fully stocked with their liquor selection. They also have an outside under-cover area in the back with more seats. They have a corner jukebox and bathrooms that are "very clean" as the posted sign says. And they decorate for the holidays, (Halloween, Christmas), I like that. The benefits for Monday's are that each time you order a drink, they give you this wonderful little chip that is good for another drink. Beer, wine, a shot or a drink drink. All I take from this, is that it's completely a win-win situation. They get more patronage, and you get another drink. So with this in mind, I came here for a few Monday's and each drink turned into an investment as we stocked up on drink chips. The plan went accordingly, and we returned one Monday night to cash in our free drinks. Honestly, there's absolutely nothing wrong with it, they are your chips to use whichever Monday you please. But even so, the bartender (I wish I remembered her name) was so friendly about it. With everything they have to offer in their plaid shirts, I like The Bar. Side-note, if you like your crowds and good service, they do get pretty full on a Friday night, when they have Ladies Happy Hour from 5:30-7:30 pm. And they have Whiskey Wednesdays and a karaoke night too.

The Bar is a Gables staple. And now, with the pedestrian-only street, it's so much less sketchy to stumble down Giralda into The Bar when you're just in the mood to hang out with no frills. Between ladies nights, karaoke Saturdays, birthday shenanigans, and straight late night munchies, The Bar is always a safe bet. There's a mixed crowd of young UM students, business types dressed far too nice for how sticky the floor is here, and people like me: awkward and hungry. The last time I was in here was after a Saturday work event in January - around 10pm, The Bar was not too crowded (yet) and the DJ was louder than any conversation you'll ever have inside. That was okay with me because I was in need of dinner after a night of wine and whiskey (not the greatest combo on an empty stomach). There were bar stools aplenty, though all the tables were empty with "reserved" signs on them. That part annoyed me only a little, but because I had a seat and the kitchen was still accepting orders, I brushed it off. The bar burger with cheese for me, please. While I waited for my meal to come out, friends and I placed several drink orders. The bartenders are busy, but they are quick to get to you. Just don't be a standard Miami jerk and elbow your way into the crowd - looking at you, UM bro who jabbed me in the ribs while I was literally sitting and not moving. When I got my burger, it was massive. I'd had bar nachos here before, and it seems all the dishes are meant for sharing (if you're generous) so points for it being worth your money. Taste-wise, it was incredibly satisfying after you've had a few drinks. Pretty typical patty with LTO and a melty slice of cheese - the bun is slightly toasted so my produce didn't sog it all down by the time I finished it! Is it as good sober? Not sure yet, but all the fries it came with was exactly what my friends and I needed that night. The bartenders were kind enough to also supply hot sauce and ketchup while tossing and mixing cocktails, and though there was a snippety staff member who was quick to tell me he wasn't a bartender when I asked if I could close my tab. To note, I was sitting at the bar facing him for the last 5 minutes. Oh well, someone heard him and quickly asked how they could help me instead. In any case, I'll be seeing you soon, reliable neighborhood watering hole.

Music is on point every time! The drinks are amazing! And the food? try the lobster rolls and definitely the nachos

I was visiting with a childhood friend who now lives in Miami but is originally from Savannah Georgia and his cousin from Atlanta Georgia also was there. The food is awesome and reasonable and the drinks also. Thanks to the General Manager, Sara, and Jose for being so helpful and made sure that we were treated with the upmost respect. I can't wait to visit again so that I can head to The Bar in Corral Gables Florida.

So on a random night, I think it was a friday, hubby and I decided to venture to coral gables to try dinner after shopping at bed bath beyond, rather than go back to brickell. We ran across a cool place that we wanted to eat at but then it had a 45 minute wait, we asked where we can go to casually grab a drink and she said the " bar @ the corner". We walked in and to our surprise, the music was on loud, people were dancing, and quite drunk @8pm. I was almost taken aback by this as it reminded me of college frat parties. We decided to get a drink or two and the music was so awesome, we delayed our reservations 2x until we finally decided to just order at the bar. Shrimp empanadas- home-made flavorful and tasty Nachos- huge decadent and delicious and cheesy Fries with gravy and pimento cheese- Absolutely divine. This is some of the best version of poutine we've had. We danced the night away and had a great time, with excellent food and would definitely come back here on a night when I'm feeling sexy and wild.

The Bar is a Miami staple. You have not lived till you've been here. The ultimate Miami dive bar. Pre-COVID it was a sweat box as terrible as that sounds but damn were the djs awesome! The music was amazing. They play literally every type of music. Catch all the girls twerking here for sure. The drinks are reasonably priced. You definitely won't break the bank here. They have an outside area, which is more like an alley but that a more chill area. To go with friends to have a drink and not have to dress up (you don't even have to dress up for the inside but hello, Miami girls dress up to go to the Dollar Store lol) I've been here on a Sunday pre-COVID and the vibe is SOOOOOOOO different. Never seen the place to empty and in broad day light. Super weird. But The Bar will definitely remain one of my favorite places in Miami forever.

Delicious food, awesome, hot bartenders, good drinks. Really fun. Friday nights are really fun, good dj.

Came by on a Tuesday Night for karaoke with some friends. Live entertainment was fun and staff was very nice. Located near Miracle Mile in Coral Gables, The Bar provides an affordable and fun night out with drinks specials such as $4 PBR and shots. Definitely planning to return again with my friends!

This cool bar is definitely the place to be on a Friday or Saturday night. The few times I have been here, it's always a good time! The drinks are made well, the music is on point, and the overall atmosphere is great. I do recommend it here if you're in the mood for a fun night out with friends.

Celebrated the 5th season of filling our company's 10k with the SEC on February 19th which was one of harder seasons in recent memory. Thankfully they had on tap one of my favorite IPAs by Lagunitas. Definitely enjoyed it. That's all I needed before heading home. It's good to mingle with colleagues and auditors to take stock of the year and see how we can improve for the future

The bar is a solid place to go for a good time. My favorite time to go is Fridays 5:30-7:30 beacause girls drink free yuengling (which just so happens to be one of my favorite beers) They also have blue moon on draft & a good variety of bottled beers (try deletion if you're feeling brave) Saturday nights are fun also, they have a band that plays until about 2 am Bar tenders are super nice , sometimes the waitresses Suck BUT I still have fun so I always return. If you don't feel like driving far & are In the coral gables / south Miami area the bar is a solid option

I was looking for a divey spot to hang out and grab a couple drinks on my own in the Gables one night. I definitely found it at The Bar. The name is very fitting considering they don't seem to be trying to do anything but the bar you go to and hang with some good local folks. I was instantly a fan of the 90's hip hop the DJ was jamming in the corner so I figured I was in a good spot. The bartender was super nice and always attentive for refills at the perfect time. The Bar is very welcoming spot to grab a few drinks, plus there's a few other bars in the area if you need a change of scenery.

Came here for Friday happy hour and I was really impressed! It's been a while since I've been at a happy hour spot that was vibin, fun, but not crowded. I'm surprised it was crowded though because FRIDAY LADIES DRINK FREE! That was certainly a happy surprise after I expected to pay for my rum and coke. The DJ was playing hip hop throwback classics that were really fun to dance to. After a while of free drinks, the munchies start to kick in. They have a full kitchen and plenty of seating outside to catch some air and enjoy your food. I had the truffle fries which were amazing after drinks and dancing. I would definitely recommend this place for Friday happy hour. I am curious to come back another time to see what the vibe is like.

I have been coming to the bar for years. I have seen a lot of bartenders come and go. There's this one bartender there who unfortunately I don't know the name of but she is the most petite one with a shitty "I look so good" attitude (you can't miss her) when she just looks like she needs to take a shit. Also, do not expect amazing cocktails because none of the bartenders they hire are mixologist. Specifically this bartender who lacks all the skills of what a BASIC bartender should be. She completely ignored her side of the bar for some time since she was too occupied staring at this woman standing at the bar. As I patiently waited for her to attend to me, a man came out of left field next to this chick she was in a trance with and went to take his order. When I confronted her and said "excuse me! I was here first and have been waiting," to which she replied "that's not how this works." This is the same bartender I've seen months prior say to two men that approached her at the bar "not here!"... Left the bar completely to go towards the restroom where they followed. Mmhmm. Anyhow, I went to the back of the bar since she continued to serve everyone on that side (as a jab - of course) and I immediately got seen. I got my beer within a minute. I went back up to the front where my friends and I have been all night, made eye contact with her and told her "I got my drink, thank you!" She was so upset that she couldn't help but give me lip so I had no choice but to give it back and THEN... she got me kicked out. I will not be coming back with my friends who have all been coming here for years. The manager came out to "talk" to me even though she approached me to kick me out by placing her hand on my shoulder and saying "you need to go." I said no but when I saw she went to get the doorman/security at the front I followed. She said I wanted to talk to you, which when trying to deescalate a situation you say can we talk outside so I can try to resolve the issue. Not immediately kick the person out. She then lied by saying she was there the entire time. LOL. The bartender had to go across the bar to get you so how is it that you were there the entire time? It was laughable. And after all of that, the bartender came outside running after the chick that was standing at the bar . I can't make this shit up. However, as I stated in the beginning.. I've see a lot of bartenders & front door men come and go. I'll be sure to see her replacement soon She 100% deserves a job at Applebees

Best dive bar in the gables. Amazing staff and great aesthetic for a fun night. You get what you pay for and always meet fun new people