Get Drinking! If you like bars that offer a little bit more in the way of alcoholic beverages, here you go! Just pick one! These establishments are chosen for their selection of food and drink, as well as for their atmosphere. Menu items are listed where available (subject to change).

For Something Different... Try these places for happy hour: The 500 CLUB The 500 CLUB doles out basic munchies like marinated chicken, little quiches, egg rolls, hot dogs, and pizza snacks at its $2-per-well-drink Friday happy hour. Daily happy hours offer popcorn, chips, and "nibblies." So relax in a Naugahyde booth and watch the regular sports fans hash it out at the bar, or stay late and see the bohos arrive to meet and mix. 4-7 p.m., 500 Guerrero, 861-2500. PLOUGH AND STARS, a popular Clement Street Irish pub, feed you every Friday night. In fact they want to stuff you full of fried chicken, Buffalo wings, meatballs, and an assortment of cheeses. Just make sure you leave room for a pint or two, priced at a mere $1.50 to $2.50 during happy hour. Fri., 4-7 p.m., 116 Clement, 751-1122.