Best country-western bars - The Sunset Strip - Brief Article

Sunset, Feb, 2003 by Abigail Peterson

SEATTLE

Little Red Hen. A small but mighty-well-known destination for more than 40 years. THE DIG DRAW: Popular theme nights--prom night, scavenger night. 7115 Woodlawn Ave. N.E.; (206) 522-1168.

SAN FRANCISCO

BAY AREA

Kodiak Jack's. A low-key but high-energy spot for great dancing. THE DIG DRAW: Great dance remixes. Closed Sun. 256 Petaluma Blvd. N., Petaluma; (707) 765-5760.

LOS ANGELES AREA

Cowboy Palace Saloon. A cozy, authentic honky-tonk bar with local bands on the jukebox. THE DIG DRAW: Wednesday-night talent competition. 21635 Devonshire St., Chatsworth; (818) 341-0166.

PHOENIX

Mr. Lucky's. Friendly and family-oriented, with plenty of room to dance. THE BIG DRAW: Wednesday is amateur night in the bullring-- with a real bull. 3660 N.W Grand Ave.; (602) 246-0686.

DENVER

Grizzly Rose. "A great big fun, friendly roadside honkyonk," says owner Kathy Repola. THE DIG DRAW: Sunday family night. Closed Mon. 5450 N. Valley Hwy; (303) 295-1330.