Local artists can take a breather after learning about Florence’s new bar and full menu restaurant, Flobama. It offers a 25 square foot stage with an amazing sound system and concert lighting. Not only is the stage huge, Flobama even offers a dance floor right in front of the stage-that way the artists can do their job, and you can do yours.

There are two bars conveniently located on the left and right of the place and steps from the dance floor, not to mention huge TVs above each.

I got the most laid back feeling I had ever gotten in a bar before. I almost felt like I was in a honky-tonk that had been here for years. The staff is super friendly. They have just enough wait staff all around to make the experience enjoyable.

I like how the bars are half walled off from the tables. I think I might be the biggest fan of a wood finished anything, but not so much with a wood finished everything. I would have liked to see some more elements than wood and metal incorporated into the design.

Also, some of the tables are irregularly shaped, like I was sitting a few inches away from the person to the left of me but miles away from the person sitting across from me-semi-awkward.

The headliners of the stage normally come on a little later in the night, just enough time for you to finish your meal and make your way to the bar.

You name it, and Flobama can make it, and strong, I might add. Although I am a fan of Sonic ice, I am not in my Jack and Coke. The bartender played it off smoothly, though. With a literal splash of Coke and a Route 44’s worth of ice in a whiskey glass, there was enough Jack Daniels to make me regret it the next day.

You have got to try their signature Flobama Slamma. It goes down easy and makes you feel good! I also tried the cheesecake martini, and after taking my shot of vodka in a martini glass, I was waiting for the piece of cheesecake. Drink prices are reasonable. I mean you are there for a reason, anyway. Might as well make the best of it.

Also, a pitcher of beer is only $7.99. On occasion, Flobama offers 10 smoked wings and a pitcher of beer for only $9.99. I can’t emphasize enough on how much I appreciate this new venue having live entertainment almost every night.

I almost forgot to mention that they have karaoke-all the more reason to turn it up. So, before crossing that bridge this semester, keep in mind the best party is on Court Street at Flobama.