When you walk into The Pink Elephant and see a giant version of the namesake animal on the wall, don't fret—it's just a mural. The image is a cheeky reference to a tipsy hallucination, and perhaps a nod to the lounge's selection of unique beverages. At the dreamily backlit bar, mixologists top colorful cocktails with flowers, and facilitate beer tastings from breweries such as New Belgium. They also infuse mimosas with the flavors of watermelon, cantaloupe, aloe vera, or cucumber juices, crafting the bubbly concoctions for weekend brunches.

The Pink Elephant's drinks are complemented by upscale bar food. The menu includes both snacks and full entrees, ranging from shrimp ceviche and truffled popcorn to lamb burgers and fresh pasta. You never know what specials the kitchen might be preparing, though—pork belly with apple chutney and local king salmon in pesto sauce are just two of the surprise entrees that have materialized on tables amid a burst of confetti.