Beyond the bar argument (and I've gone plenty of times with co-workers and not drank despite liking a beer or two because I had a long commute), I would say bei

Beyond the bar argument (and I've gone plenty of times with co-workers and not drank despite liking a beer or two because I had a long commute), I would say being able to have places to go for lunch / coffee outside of the building are important. There's a communal lunch table (seats 8-10) at my job and I've only eaten there once or twice. I either have a semi-private lunch 2-3 people or, if feeling like personal time, go read a book at a cafe or restaurant nearby. I will say that the bar, and alcohol of course, are great for really bringing down the barriers for how people feel about things, as long as it doesn't get too messy. Everyone needs a room and place to vent though.