Irene'splaces / irene's
254 East Congress Street
Even the uninitiated frat boys wandering down Congress can see that something's up at Irene's. Opening as a Peruvian restaurant-cum-Latin dance club, Irene's has built a mixed following of Latino youth and dance aficionados that makes for an unpredictable but lively crowd. Irene's gets points for adding another dimension to Tucson's garage-happy downtown scene. Bet you money that even those too cool to dance are secretly envious when they pass Irene's and see a hot tango couple in action. CIA ROMANO, fall 2003 CLUB DENIZENS 411:Want to dance with a partner? Start here. The crowd is mixed on every level, with a shared passion for dance. Or the flirtation that comes with it. Cover on weekends. DRINKS AND MUSICKnown for the traditional Mojito (mint leaves and lime juice with white rum) and a full bar. HELPFULBallroom types be advised: When asking someone to dance here, be cautious as they are probably on a date. If you're serious about dancing, leather soles are best. Skip the sneakers and bring your manners. UNIQUE FEATURESThe sidewalk barbeque is the only real sign of food between the Hotel Congress and Grill. The dŽcor may seem surreal, and if it does, it's because... PAST LIVESIrene's used to be the CafŽ Magritte, appropriately decorated in High Surrealism. The fist-shaped stove in the main dining room is the primary artifact. Management:520.206.9385. |
