Percy's and Co. takes its old-timey name from the men's shop that once occupied its 1898 Ballard Avenue building. The space, according to its new owners (who also own the Cha Cha, Ace Hotels, and Rudy's Barbershops), housed a speakeasy during Prohibition. Running the bar side of things are two local guys recalled from a New York City "apothecary bar," and they are apothecarying at Percy's, too, which means "infused spirits, fresh purees, and beneficial tinctures," the last of which may be added free of charge to any cocktail to assist with "Female Balance," "Brain Power," "Libido," "Complexion," or "Energy & Immunity."

You would be forgiven for lacking the energy for, and wanting immunity from, this whole concept. When Percy's opened not too long ago, the owners said that they did not want people to think they were "doing a period piece." That was patently absurd...

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