Words & Photo by: Jarred Schuetze
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There’s a simple, beautiful truth and this is it: daybrdrinking is the best. We’re not talking about sipping on a glass of pinotbrgrigio while tending to your niçoise salad.brWe’re talking about a slow flow of alcohol from early afternoon ‘til the sun goesbrdown.
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Long reigning as the puerile choice in drinking occasions,broften regarded as less “acceptable” than say happy hour or a cocktail party,brday drinking in contrary, is glorious and rewarding.
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An occasion unto itself, day drinking should be enjoyed onbrfirm, yet convivial terms, and yes, there are terms. Day drinking shouldn’tbrbecome a consistent activity. It shouldn’t Segway into drinking all night.brStarting too early is definitely a thing. That said, a good rule of thumb isbrwaiting until after lunch. This is when the pace has eased up, the post-workbrvultures have yet to circle the watering hole, and bartenders are less occupiedbrallowing for more attentive and personalized service. And of course, always drink responsibly. Now that you’ve got the day drinking lowdown, here are a few of our favorite spots to partake in this tasty pastime.
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A Few Local Places We Love to Drink at Before 3pm
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The Barn Drive Thru Beer & Keg Haus
4301 S. Alameda St., Corpus Christi, TX
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BKK Thai Kitchen + Bar
3850 S. Alameda St., Corpus Christi, TX
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The Brick Bar + Bites
4535 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX
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The Exchange
224 N. Mesquite St., Corpus Christi, TX
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House of Rock
511 Starr St., Corpus Christi, TX
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Tannins Wine Bar
3855 S. Alameda St., Corpus Christi, TX
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Topsider Lounge
900 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX
Harrison’s Landing
108 Peoples St. T-Head, Corpus Christi, TX
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Winery on the Bay
1007 E. North St., Rockport, TX
