Bar: Bar Louie. Wondering about Uptown's latest hot spot? Test-drive this big new bar during its after-work happy hour, which goes to 7 p.m.

Deal: $3.50 select tap beer, $5 wines by the glass and $7 signature cocktails. Also: half-off select appetizers.

Hours: 4-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri.

Info: 1348 Lagoon Av., Mpls. 612-824-1529. www.barlouieamerica.com.