Rocket to Venus

Vibe: Other than the abandoned remnants of a World's Fair, where else would you expect to find a '60s-style house of the future? In Hampden, naturally. The Atomic Age décor of Rocket to Venus, with its sunburst mirror, robin's egg blue paint, metallic accents and pill-shaped windows, pays homage to the legendary Hampden space program, or so the story on the menu reads. Inside a plain building with simple signage lies a great place to drink or dine. Cheap but tasty food, reasonably-priced drinks and a low-key atmosphere make this a great hangout away from the familiar Avenue.

By Mike Fila

January 31, 2007