For: Belgian Beer. Or any beer. Or just to be cheered by watching people enjoy their beer.

Why: Ummmm, selection? They have an amazing array of hearty ales from around the world. And some of them come in crazy glasses for an added dose of authenticity. This place’ll warm your little beer-loving heart.

Genre/vibe/ambiance: Toronado is rough and tumble yet cozy (yeah, it’s possible) dive bar with plenty of seating. Bar tenders are curt and efficient and won’t put up with your crap: “uh, hmmmm, uh, do you have Bud Light?” but will also take the time to properly pour your Guinness. Now that’s customer service.

Other bonuses: hot damn – Rosamunde’s Sausages right next door. Order over there and Toronado’ll let you slop your sauerkraut-ensconced braut all the way back to your brew.