Food

Bend’s Astro Lounge is serving a pared-down version of its menu with no happy hour. It still has plenty of creative cocktails to choose from, however. The Winter Warmers drink list features six seasonal options such as an adult hot cocoa ($10), a spiked chai tea ($12) and a Baileys Irish coffee with Crown Royal Vanilla ($12) known as the “Get Me Right.”

Back in early January when it felt like wintertime, I enjoyed sipping on The Frosty Apple ($11), an apple cider spiked with apple whisky. My neighbor ordered the Bond Street Honey ($10), a hot toddy made with Bulleit Bourbon. Our drinks were the perfect antidote to a chilly day, tasting strongly of apples and spice.

We munched on the sweet potato fries ($6) and Tater Tots ($6), which were served straight from the fryer, piping hot and perfectly crispy. The grilled cheese ($7) my neighbor ordered was made with provolone, gouda and Havarti. It was crispy on the outside with gooey cheese on the inside and came with classic Lay’s potato chips on the side.

Service

Our server was bubbly and welcoming but would sometimes disappear for a while despite the quiet bar, and we’d have to wave him down to get his attention.

Atmosphere

At 4:30 p.m. on a Thursday, the bar felt empty and the disco ball hanging by the front entrance looked lonely. Astro Lounge’s specialty is in nightlife. Come between 8-11:30 p.m. Monday for the open mic, 7-9 p.m. for Trivia Tuesday or from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday and Saturdays for the DJ.

More info

Location: 939 NW Bond St., Bend

Contact: 541-388-0116, astroloungebend.com

Hours: 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Monday-Saturday

Cuisine: American Price Range: $6-$16