drinking with the lions - View this location on map want to stalk a literary lion? the city grocery bar (662-232-8080) is the place for it. larry brown drinks wild turkey here. tom franklin favors bud light. barry hannah doesn't drink, but he puts in an occasional appearance. even if the literati are not around, you can ogle the brass plaques that are nailed to the bar when the owner decides that regulars have earned their stripes. at this second-floor drinking salon, the prime perches are on the balcony overlooking the square; they're scarce, so get here early. NYT 152 courthouse square, Oxford, MS Nightlife

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