It's game on every night at this comfy retro bar, where the dubious combination of booze and board games draws crowds of chess challengers and Connect Four experts.
Boozing and board games. Are they a divine duo for adults? Some say "hell yes". After all, children have hogged the fun for way too long, and besides, a beer or two can enhance those competitive streaks and cheating schemes. Others say "no way", arguing that beer and board games should never be paired up. But let's face it; those people are probably sore losers or rule-book wowsers.
In any case, when it comes to this debate, Darlo Bar is clearly on the side of the affirmative, supplying everything a boozy board game lover could want. Imagine a tough game of chess aided by a schooner of VB, or some Ludo mixed with Little Creatures. Picture a Scrabble-fest with some Stella Artois on the side, or a Connect Four challenge lubricated by some Coopers. Sundays attract the serious board game barflies, who come here when it's $10 daiquiri time.
This place is a comfy urban den that attracts a diverse crowd. Friday nights are big, with pre-clubbing friends popping in to warm up before they really let loose in the city or Darlinghurst.
Other regular activities enjoyed by Darlo fans include the Monday night pool comp, when a generous $120 prize is up for grabs. Alternatively, drinkers can settle in for a lazy night, snagging a retro couch and ordering food from one of several local takeaway nosheries.
Andrea Tomaz
