06/06/2026
Folks, meet your local neighborhood bartender Paul. He's the best kind of weird, and a phenomenal bartender, wait until you see the drinks he comes out with. He did leave one thing out on his resume.... He worked for Dharma Lim in the famous and legendary Grand China. But here's his stuff....
Paul has spent over two decades in the service industry, most notably as the bartender/owner of Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse in Salem, NH for more than 18 years. His Mai Tais are legendary—at least that's what people keep telling him after their third one.
Behind the bar, Paul specializes in crafting cocktails, telling terrible jokes, wearing questionable t-shirts, and pretending he doesn't overhear the awkward conversation at the bar. He also claims to know the lyrics to every song on the jukebox, although eyewitness accounts suggest otherwise.
When he's not slinging drinks, you'll probably find him at a local pub enjoying trivia, stand-up comedy, live music, or—most likely—butchering a classic karaoke song. As a part-time karaoke host known as DJ PAL, he's dedicated to helping others make the same musical mistakes he's been making for years.
Whether you're looking for a great drink, a bad joke, or someone to convince you that singing Journey is a fantastic idea, Paul's got you covered.
Remember: drink responsibly, sing irresponsibly, and tip recklessly.
