Fire House Bar & Lounge replaces crematorium and debuts table service, DJs, bar swings and hookahs in South End

The bar had a soft opening last night and has planned a weekend full of parties ahead. Hours will be 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday through Sunday (plus brunch on Sundays).

The vibe will be similar to Crave Dessert Bar and Clarence told me that he hopes people describe the atmosphere as, “groovy.” I love it.

The location is unreal and I’d look for this lounge to bring a bigger party vibe to the heart of South End.

Clarence says he will also be transforming the gravel lot on the property into a pool bar and lounge likely to be named Club Wet. Expect a giant swimming pool with its own bar, perfect for summer day parties.

Wow. Serious.

My order (if I was cooler): The Fire House cocktail ($14 – hard cider, Jack Daniels, lemon juice, soda, apple slices), Panther Blue Hookah ($20) and the Fried Lobster Tail ($15).

Inside Firehouse Bar & Lounge, you’ll find one main room, swings by the bar, and a smaller room down the hallway to the right.

Grand opening party poster