Champps

Whether killing time before a movie or taking a break from shopping, Champps is a solid choice for food and drinks.

Where // The Mall in Columbia, 10300 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia

Call // 443-367-0333

Web site // champps.com

Notable // Try a 22-ounce glass mug of cold beer or an icy shot of Southern Comfort and lime - which is well-made at this location.

Vibe // For a chain sports bar, Champps doesn't feel too plastic. Blinds cover the large windows, which help keep the place semidark - always a plus. If you want to be in the sun, you can sit at one of the outside tables.

Crowd // Mall shoppers, moviegoers and families. Champps shouldn't be a drinking man's destination. But as a stopover, it's perfectly suitable.

What to wear // You can dress casually or professionally and still feel comfortable.