1. Rick's Cafe Americain - Casablanca (1943)
I served as a fighter pilot for the RAF in World War II. On a particularly dangerous mission near Florence, Italy I was shot down and lost the use of my left arm for a little while. Churchill was kind enough to grant me a vacation in Casablanca, which is when I fell in love with Rick's Cafe Americain. Rick's is by far my favorite ale house. It's mysterious and adventurous. The decor is nearly perfect. You can engage in politics, gambling, and romance. Sam's rendition of "As Time Goes By" is the best I've ever heard. There's even a chance you'll see Ingrid Bergman in her prime (of course she's still in love with Rick, but I am positioning myself to be her new guy when she gets tired of him). Add in Rick's great apartment on the second floor - a place I've spent many a night in deep conversation with Rick and Sam - and you've got one heck of a gin joint. If you're looking for me, you can usually find me at Rick's.
How fun are the patrons?: - Singing duels, shooting at Nazis, Sam on the piano, people selling jewels, pickpockets, drunken French girls - the place is fantastic
Safety for drunkards: - As Rick says "I stick my neck out for nobody". You're on your own here.
Chance to pick up hot girls: - There's lots of action at Rick's, and if you buy her enough drinks, Yvonne is pretty wild.