If you're looking for a dive bar vibe, you can rent out the Ivy & Coney back bar. Unlike other rentable bar spaces, they actually post the price range right there on the website. It's also in Shaw, so while it isn't near any dancing venues, it's not that far either (decent walk or short uber).

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I can't imagine renting out a bar would be cheaper than Ivy, but I've honestly never tried.