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Best Bar in Lawrence: #4 The Bottleneck vs #13 Johnny’s Tavern West

The second matchup of the day pits #4 The Bottleneck vs #13 Johnny’s Tavern West

The Bottleneck

The Bottleneck is considered by many to be a rock and roll landmark. The historical building at 737 New Hampshire has been home to everything from a roller rink to a paper warehouse before finally taking shape as a live music club (alternately named Off the Wall Hall and Cogburns) in the ‘80s. It was renamed The Bottleneck in 1985 in honor of the numerous varieties of beer available. The Bottleneck’s journey began with a regular Monday evening open mic night giving local talent the opportunity to take the stage in front of friends and fans.