Roadhouse - View this location on map With its wide-open, roadhouse feel, the most popular party venue in Chattanooga is Rhythm & Brews (423-267-4644; www.rhythm-brews.com; $12 to $15), where bands play bluegrass, blues, folk rock and other rocking regional styles. Afterward, head south to the Midtown Music Hall (820 Georgia Avenue, 423-752-1977, midtownmusichall.com; usually $5), where sports-bar types meet alt rockers, especially if the local alt-rock favorites Orange Julians are playing. Go light on the $4.25 mixed drinks: the bartender makes them strong. Finish the night at the intimate and hippie-ish Local (306 Cherokee Boulevard, North Chattanooga, 423-265-2171, $2 to $5), with the occasional rave night (they still have them in Chattanooga). NYT 221 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN Restaurant

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