A good place to catch the area’s finer turntablists unleashed in an intimate setting. Singer-songwriters play this cozy, upscale club once or twice a week.

A mix of college students, local folk and travelers frequent this relaxed sports bar that hosts occasional live music. Don’t miss the creative, weekly drink specials.

Local bands liven up the stage on Friday and Saturday. Sunday is karaoke night.

If it’s karaoke you seek, look no further. This classic VT dive serves up wannabe rock stardom at least three nights a week. Accept no substitutes.

Red Square has a definitively hip vibe, amplified by the bands that play almost nightly inside and in the adjacent alleyway. DJs reign after midnight most nights.

Sports bar by day, sweaty dance club by night. Try the food, you’ll be surprised. In a good way.

The “Other Place” is the crown cubic zirconium of Burlington dives. The wide variety of music on the stereo — and the volume — is at the bartenders’ discretion. It’s best not to quibble.

There’s no live music, but this bar and brewery hosts an awesome daily “Duff Hour,” featuring dollar drafts during “Simpsons” reruns.

This traditional tavern — frequented by St. Mike’s students — has a long, wooden bar and a large, outdoor deck. Local bands play Thursday through Saturday.

You’ll come for the dollar drafts. However, the errant apostrophe in its name should tell you all you need to know about this always crowded basement bar. You’ve been warned.