What to order at Poison Girl

Signature drink
Bourbon, plus a Hi-Life back
Editor tip
Bring a friend; play skee-ball in the back. Cash and card. The bourbon list is the actual reason to be here.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeWhiskey dive bar
Price$$$
Signature drinkBourbon, plus a Hi-Life back
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Food program: None, but a Big Star Bingo next door

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