21 and Oh So Fun

Time for fun and “Adulting”

My daughter turned 21 in June of her junior year at FSU as do many students. Being that it was officially summer break, they held off on the big fun celebration until everyone got back for the fall semester. This is when she had her “waltz.” At FSU, many girls who turn 21 used to celebrate by having a “waltz.” Unfortunately, due to last fall’s ban on sororities and fraternities, waltzes have been discontinued. Basically, it was a themed bar crawl in honor of the girl turning 21. The other significance of this big birthday is they can now legally get into places at FSU that they could not get into before. Want to send a very cool Pop Up Card to mark the occasion? Here are the favorite places that those 21 and over recommend when going out to have 21-fun.

Starting with Mondays

Costello’s –On S. Adams Street hosts MMM (Mandatory Makeout Mondays). It gets crazy crowded so proceed with caution. The first 150 ladies get in free and then ladies drink free from 10 to 11 pm (if you’re 21). Pre-banding usually starts at 7 pm, but sometimes a bit later.

Tuesdays

Recess – at “Jacked up Tuesdays’ is unlike the recesses you remember from elementary school. Located on S. Woodward Ave, Recess is luxurious compared to some of the other bars in Tally. By the end of your college career, you will either be able to say you jumped into the pool at Recess or one of your friends was thrown in. Pre-banding starts around 9 pm and doors open to fun at 10 pm.

Wednesday

“If you are reading this in the summer, welcome to the best Wednesday of your life,” is what our interns have told me. Break out your cowboy boots, jorts (my son explained when I shockingly came across a pair in his laundry, are cut off jean shorts), the flannels, and anything USA.

The Strip is not open yet, however, TENN Night Club is open and in full swing. They are open to max capacity and are not requiring individuals to wear masks, BUT we highly encourage it.

Bullwinkles is also open and a great time! They have a huge rooftop deck, a room to hit the dance floor, and an outside deck to play beer pong and listen to some great throwbacks.

Thursday…. More commonly known as Derdsday

You will find FSU seniors and grad students at Township and Madison Social. Not only do both places have great drinks, but the beer cheese pretzel at Township and the BLT dip at Madison Social are pretty great alongside a cold beer.

Friday….or FriYAY!

Fridays….should you still be standing at this point of the week…are split into two parts. Let’s start with Happy Hour. You may need a nap afterward, but if you can get up and go some more, check out Potbelly’s, Recess, or Tenn. This is called Top Tier Fridays. Most will go to Pots before they turn 21, but it is still an old college bar with live music, cheap drinks, 5 bars, and lots of fun.

Another Friday favorite is Collegetown. It is worthy to note that Township on Fridays from 4-7 pm one might want to play Flip My Ship. Here’s how it works:

Order any half-liter beer cocktail, half-liter proof draft, or well liquor and tell the bartender you want to Flip My Ship.
For every drink or shot ordered, the bartender flips a quarter and you call it in the air
If you win, that drink is on them. If you lose, you pay for the drink

Saturday

Since the demise of Coliseum nightclub (many students are still mourning this), Bajas has taken its place. Located on Pensacola Street, this place has a DJ and champagne flowing; it is definitely more nightclub than a bar as far as the atmosphere goes.

Sunday

Yes, things still happen on Sundays. Occasionally Recess will hold a Sunday Funday where the pool is open and the sun is shining. It’s a day thing. This should have given you a fair rundown of where to go if you are 21. Here are a few places that are recommended for Pre-gaming or to have a casual drink with other 21 and over friends:

Gordos – on W. Pensacola
Los Compadres – also on W. Pensacola
El Patron – on Apalachee Pkwy.
Township – on Woodward Ave.
Madison Social – also on Woodward Ave.
Bullwinkle’s Saloon – drink specials, DJ’s and bands
GVO – on Railroad Ave.
Coosh’s
Tin Lizzy’s
Scratch House – 809 Railroad Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32310. Very popular among college students and the older crowd. It has an outdoor and indoor setting. Open on Fridays and Saturdays, sometimes Thursdays (refer to Facebook page events) Upscale dress code is strictly enforced (usually guys can’t wear flip-flops and casual shorts)

You may notice I used the term pre-banding a few times. Pre-banding can require a wait, but it is much shorter than just going and waiting to get into most places. Pre-banding times can vary so double check before you go. Sometimes, pre-banding will even get you in for free to some places. And, as always, be careful and call for a ride when you are ready to go home. Sorry, I had to say it; it comes with my parental rights.

Finally, hit up some of the breweries closest to FSU. These include:

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