Get your drink on Gaga for gibbons Five bars near campus fit the bill

Eric Jones/Special to the Roundup newsroom.roundupnews@gmail.com

The San Fernando Valley tends to get overshadowed by the “big city.” People leave the Valley on weekends and drive 30 minutes for what they think are more glamorous places in Hollywood or Downtown Los Angeles. With gas prices higher than ever, save the gas and stay local for this winter break. Here are the five best bars within five miles of Pierce College.

Littlerock Bar & Grill

Located a block from the corner of Reseda Boulevard and Victory Boulevard is Littlerock Bar & Grill. Its not-so-positive reputation precedes it, but it has been overhauled. Give it a chance and you’ll be surprised. There’s a pool table for the people who don’t feel the urge to dance. If you would like to dance though, there’s a surprisingly large room for dancing. There’s also couches up against the walls for when you need to catch your breath. Last but not least, the “Jack and Coke” is especially strong and makes up for the $5 entrance fee.

Address: 5507 Reseda Boulevard Tarzana, CA 91356

Phone number: (818) 881-9833

Dublin’s Irish Bar and Grill

You’re hanging out with a few friends who are living on campus at CSUN and no one wants to drive too far. The answer is right under your nose: Dublin’s Irish Bar and Grill, which is literally walking distance from CSUN. Newly-remodeled hardwood floors and new couches are to your left, while ping pong tables are to your right. A few feet away from the ping pong tables you’ll see an air hockey table. The dance floor is there for those who get possessed by the music. The dance floor may be a little undersized, so get yourself a table, a pint of beer and enjoy your night.

Address: 9250 Reseda Boulevard, San Fernando Valley, CA 91324

Phone number: (818) 355-2808

The Rack

When you have a room big enough to hold 13 pool tables, a full bar and booths to get comfortable in, you know you’re going to have a good time. Coming here on a Thursday means you’re watching an NFL game, and having $4 beers during happy hour. Every night of the week there’s something for everyone. You’ll enjoy the New York style pizza or buffalo wings while watching a live performance in the outside dining room on Open Mic Night Tuesdays. If you’re busy on a Tuesday, you can enjoy Comedy Night Wednesdays. The Rack appeals to all and has enough size to find something

6100 Topanga Canyon Boulevard Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (818) 716-0123

A “Beer Tower” is on the menu for $21 to $24.99, depending on the beer. Need I say more? You’re probably going to need a lot of bread to soak that much beer up and the “Man Burger” will do just that. You probably won’t be able to finish it, but it takes guts just to try it because this thing is massive for $11.99. For both hard liquor drinks and margaritas that sneak up on you and beer, Beers N Wings is the place for you. With a personal TV at every booth, there’s no need to stretch your neck to see, just sit back and enjoy.

20141 Roscoe Boulevard Winnetka, CA 91306

The Ultimate Fighting Championship is currently on and has everyone’s attention. There’s enough tables for it to be a full house and you don’t have to wait for someone to leave. A home theatre sized big screen is upstairs if you really want a view of the action. Weber’s Place may have a limited amount of drink choices but they’re all $9.95. You can take $20, get a drink and still have money left over after a big plate of nachos for only $5.95.

19312 Vanowen Street Reseda, CA 91335 (818) 343-4345