Polar Bar at the Arctic Club Hotel

The bar sits in the Arctic Club Hotel lobby with dark wood paneling, leather chairs, velvet draperies and a cozy fireplace. The polar-bear and Klondike gold-rush decor gives it a vintage explorer-club feel.

Yes, happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 pm. It is a popular after-work stop for downtown workers.

The bar serves dinner with a regionally inspired menu of appetizers, small plates and entrees. Standouts include in-house smoked shaved prime rib and truffle fries.

Signature drinks include the I am the Walrus cocktail and barrel-aged old fashioneds made with clear ice. The full bar also covers local wine, craft beer and soft drinks.

No, the bar is open to the public and draws both visitors and locals. Hotel guests and walk-ins share the same lobby lounge.

Valet parking is offered at the hotel, and both light rail and bus stops are in very close proximity. The bar sits on the corner of 3rd and Cherry downtown.