Cory Myers

ctmyers@argusleader.com

If you're looking for something slightly classy yet friendly, soaked in booze and with a bit of an old-timey flair, Parker's Bistro just might be your pony tonight.

In celebration of the 81st anniversary of the repeal of Prohibition, the downtown restaurant is hosting "Parker's After Dark," a late night menu of classic cocktails meant to be shared with friends.

"One of my favorite aspects of bartending is getting to spend time with the customer," Parker's bartender Paul Squyer said.

At 10 p.m., the front of the restaurant will be converted into something that feels more like a bar, Squyer said. They will also serve light appetizers and small plates like ceviche and a cheese plate.

But the main portion of the menu is a list of gin, whiskey and assorted beverages from the '20s and '30s, with Squyer's twist, including a Sazerac, Bees Knees and a Corpse Reviver #1.

Before starting as a bartender at Crawford's in 2012, Squyer said "previously I could only make a Rum and Coke. Now I'm in just about the best place you can be in town for creativity (for a bartender)," Squyer said.

The event is planned to end at midnight, though Squyer hopes it goes further into the night.

Click here for the full list of cocktails on the menu.