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Yes, the name is generic, almost to the point of complete mental irretrievability. And, being a jukebox-with-billiards spot in Williamsburg, it faces fierce local competition: The Sweetwater siphons the punks, The Abbey the mods; Mug's has greater beer variety, plus food and televised sports. So what nevertheless makes B.A.H. the Northside's choice watering hole? One word: acoustics. You can talk here. You can speak low and still make yourself heard over the Pixies or the Stones. And since it happens to be a favorite of both dog owners and motorcycle owners, it's the best place in town to spot a dog on a motorcycle. And that's pretty cool, right? — Matt Kelly