This lighthearted spot known for its bubbles creates a cozy atmosphere in its small space next to its mothership, Barbette, especially when its full. Not into bubbles? There’s plenty of beer, wine, and cocktails to satisfy any craving.

With live music and comfy couches galore alongside an well-crafted wine selection and a friendly, knowledgeable staff, it’s easy to spend hours and hours escaping winter at the ultra-relaxed Troubador without realizing how much time has gone by. Oh, and there are books, too.

With large windows that let guests see the snow fall outside while sipping a cocktail inside the bar that’s decorated in something of an elegant outdoors style with a vibe to match, the Hewing Hotel is an excellent choice for a delicious cocktail on a cold day.

Despite its location to campus that deters older drinkers from wandering inside it’s doors, the dimly lit, rough-around-the-edges-but-in-a-good-way, and cozy couch-filled spot that hosts a rotating list of live music is spacious respite from chilly temperatures.

Whether patrons are stopping in before a $2 Tuesday movie at the Riverview Theater across the street or venturing into the wine bar in its own right, guests are enveloped with warmth the moment they step through the heavy curtains that drape the door to keep the cold out.