Designed by an Irish craftsman to look like an old Dublin bar (even constructed with bricks and wood imported from Ireland), MacDinton's comprises a country cottage and a Victorian bar-restaurant with all sorts of coy decor accents, not the least of which is a fishing boat that hangs from the ceiling. A favorite hangout among Hyde Park yuppies and boomers, MacDinton's is the place to mingle with the pretty, successful people of Tampa Bay. Gaze at glammed-out girls in their newest mall outfits, or take in the chatter of assertive execs who'll drink their way through boisterous conversations. Make your way through the well-heeled crowd indoors or smoke cigarettes with the burgeoning social outcasts on the outdoor patio.

Every night of the week boasts some fun form of live entertainment and wallet-saving discount. You can sing karaoke and imbibe cheap Stoli cocktails, participate in a sing-along and play pool and darts for half-price, or enjoy a rock band and partake in the import beer specials. With great English pub fare and high-end alcohol served at the several professionally maintained bars throughout, MacDinton's never skimps on quality, liveliness and variety. -- Julie Garisto

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