Jeffery Lindenmuth, Ross McCammon and Kate Rockwood

From San Francisco to New York, here's a list of of the best bars to meet with your investor.

It sure beats the conference room.

Match your drink to the moment with this cheat sheet from mixologist Josh Curtis, bar director at Los Angeles' Hanglider Bar.

Rule No. 1: Get to the bar early, so you control who sits where.

The bartender knows all, hears all and sees all.

From closing the deal to staffing your startup, here's a list of bars across the U.S. suitable for any business transaction.

Don't worry! There's a way to fix that.

Follow these tips to make sure your meeting goes smoothly.