Yo so I'm playing a show up the street and we are rolling down millbury st looking for some food to eat. There's this dude bumping tunes out of a fucking minivan and cooking large chunks of meat over open coals on the rotisserie. I ask him what the deal is and he tells me that the meats will be ready in an hour and there's an all you can eat buffet for $15 bucks. Do we bide our time and come back later. Now let me tell you this place is a star wars bar. The music was like Wesley Willis backing music. There could have been an elephant playing a clarinet, but I didn't see one with my own eyes. Drinks were cheap and NIIICE. All in all this was a great impromptu experience with my friends and I would go back for the buffet if bbq meats again because it was really good. While this is definitely a locals kinda place they were friendly and cool to us and inviting. This place fucks. In all the ways a place like this should fuck. read more

I was so saddened to hear that Aracely is no longer working there! She was my favorite bartender and really brought light to the atmosphere! I also miss the old owner. He was very kind and would make trays of food on Sundays which are no longer a thing. read more

Friends and I enjoyed 3 beers each (a total of 12 drinks) over a few hours of karaoke. We were charged almost $200 for 28 drinks for a group of four. The bartender was rude and aggressive. The bill just said the total and didn't list any items, so naturally I asked to see an itemized bill. He went to the computer and made one on the spot for a completely different total. He really expected me to believe that he had served a group of four people 30 drinks in two hours?! I asked to put the charge on my credit card instead of the card I had used for the tab and he charged me TWICE. He then came from behind the bar to further confront me and insist that he was right even though I had paid the bill and was just trying to leave. They are also running a scam where the bouncer threatens that you will be towed if you park in the PUBLIC FREE lot across the street unless you pay him $5. read more

This is a very strange little place. It gives the vibe of one of those unsettlingly nice places in the midst of some post-apocalyptic setting. The area of the city it sits in is very dirty and strewn with trash with lots of homeless people walking around, and the parking is terrible because you have to park amongst the trash. Where I parked there was a milk crate full of random items like pill bottles and empty chip bags. I couldn't even see the place and I was actually parked right next to it. I had to call the owner who was very gruff on the phone. and when I went inside it was actually quite beautiful and he even had a large free buffet set out which is free every Wednesday and Sunday I was told. The food was amazing. I also did karaoke there that night. but then on my second song of the owner didn't like the song I did and stop me from singing and told me to "get the %&$# out". several of the patrons were saying "but it's a system of a Down song" as if to tell him that it's a popular song and yet he must have been jealous or something. So similar to those post-apocalyptic havens you see in the movies, everything wasn't as it seemed in this place. And even before the owners outburst you could tell there was a quiet uneasiness amongst the patrons. If you are into that sort of weird, post-apocalyptic, sci-fi vibe, you will love this place. read more

Great service great spot. Always a good time with fun fresh drinks! The owner/ bartender is always friendly and willing to make a great drink. Karaoke is an added plus here too! read more

The real ones know Neo as one of Worcester's best kept secrets. Strong drinks, a free buffet every night, and a great crowd of locals. The owner is one of the kindest people I've ever met. He feeds the local homeless people of the city and feeds everyone who comes into his bar free of charge. He's a no nonsense kind of guy that takes care of the bar largely himself, which turns some people away. I've been coming here since my college days and I've never seen him act unkind towards anyone. The bouncer has also helped my friends and I out with a few drunk men who became too handsy and unfriendly. If you're looking for a safe place to enjoy some food and drinks, Neo's your spot read more

Cafe Neo - Karaoke Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Walked through the snow to get to this bar and then was denied for moving to Pittsburgh. He refused any second forms or to even scan or box my id. When I asked for a manager he refused. The bouncer at this restaurant told me it was a "state law" to not let in out of state IDs. So no one from another state is allowed to drink in the state of Massachusetts? I also entered with almost 10 friends all the same age as me. This guy wouldn't know a real ID if it hit him in the face. Don't make it my problem you don't know what a PA ID looks like. I waited 22 years to drink a high noon in a dim lit environment and this useless twat has to go and ruin it. Also saw a rat scurry out of there. Was probably denied for his New York ID. read more

I like the atmosphere. The place is clean and new. Service is great. We had special drink that bar tender made for us. It's a good place to watch sports games. read more

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Go to this place using cash it like they don't know to charge a card correctly only thing good is the drinks ambiance and location

i had left a google review so i figure i add one here, they had charged me multiple times for drinks i didn't purchase, when i said something they lied and said they never charged me twice. i have three separate transactions from this place ! the bartender was disgustingly rude and unclean. they had 3 people behind the bar yet ONE was making drinks for a room of 30 people.. sounds good. it was a complete disaster and the wait time for a beer was over 10 minutes. TLDR: a friend and i went here and were charged multiple times and tips were doctored on receipts. they have a disgusting attitude here and look like it too. i would never waste my money in this building if it were the last bar on planet earth with all the alcohol and shitty greek food you could find. read more

charged me 4 times when i ordered 2 drinks. the bar is so clustered and flustered... they have one person doing all drinks and 2 others taking payment. a total MESS EDIT: They also double charged my friend. read more

Awful owner, drinks suck (the owner is also the only bartender, go figure LOL) Bouncer and the DJ are cool tho.

10 of 10 would recommend. Drinks are a 10, atmosphere is a 10, company is a 10. The service is great considering there's only two staff members. read more

great place to enjoy a nice evening of wonderful food and drinks. excellent Karaoke venue

Best drinks in Worcester!!! The owner was super nice and was very creative in the drinks he was making for us. We really enjoyed the vibes and the drinks here. Awesome spot in Worcester! Definitely a hidden gem. read more

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Cafe Neo is clearly a very popular spot because it was PACKED on a Saturday night. Great atmosphere. So I'm not sure if my experience speaks to the true quality of this place, or if it just happened to be a very busy night, but the service could've been a lot better. There was one employee/bartender for the whole night, and the only other employee kept walking in and out of the bar without making any eye contact with anybody. So it took an incredibly long time to get a beer. And to make matters worse, the queue to sing karaoke was so long that I never got to sing my song after being there for about 2 hours. I later found out that the karaoke works as a lottery system, so it does not guarantee that you will get to sing. I guess it didn't notice the mini fishbowl with other pieces of paper in front of the DJ lol. Regardless, the vibes were great and I'd come back another night for sure read more

First time here last night and definitely returning. Great drinks, great people! Huge karaoke selection, and everyone is so uplifting. Bar tender was hilarious! Highly recommended if you're looking to have a great night out with girlfriends, or even your partner. Great music selection as well. Loved the dj! read more

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This place is not for the weak, Peter runs his bar like a true gentleman. Everyone who comes in has the right vibe, it's very diverse yet very welcoming. Karaoke here is the best in Worcester drunk or sober, it's a show! I've been coming here for years randomly and it's always a genuinely great time. Peter's a tremendously ideal staple in the community, he's not just another bartender! Even if you stop by for a water, it's garnished with finesse. This is a chill spot don't be pushing up on ppl just because everyone's friendly tho. Peace. read more

Walked in from an Uber because we are from out of town at 930pm on a Sunday after having ONE drink from another bar. So he sees us get out of an Uber and says "who's driving?" I said we Ubered we are not from here. He said "I don't think I can serve you anymore sorry" I said "based on what??" He said "sorry but I can't serve you." Just wanted to sing some karaoke sorry buddy. So rude I wasn't even inside for 20 seconds how can you say I'm too drunk? I had one drink. One night later....... The funniest thing about this review i came back one night later and the same guy remembered us and said "you're back" and I said "I'd like a drink if you let me" and I ordered a whiskey drink and sang karaoke no problem on a Monday night??? Even gave me a cute drink with a flower on the straw Wouldn't change the review. That sucked. The bald guy needs to go. Best part was I was pretty drunk the second time I would not have served me! Cut me off!! read more

Place is tight, would recommend to locals, visitors, and students. Incredible vibes, look for Megan Myers on the mic. Girl puts the kar in karaoke. read more

Cafe Neo - Cheap beers - Karaoke Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

This is definitely Worcester's hidden gem! It's an awesome place - Panagio the owner is amazing. Apart from making the best cocktails (I've never had a better mojito in all of Worcester), he's also a superb cook! If you're in on the right days, he often offers free buffet! Also if you host a birthday party there and bring more than 12 ppl, he will include the free buffet. How freaking awesome. Drink prices are also very reasonable. My friends and I are so happy to have found this place. Karaoke + great cocktails = WIN. Totally recommended. read more

Cafe Neo - Best mojito in the Woo! - Karaoke Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

One of the best hidden gem bars in worcester. They have karaoke every night of the week. If you come on Sunday or Tuesday night there is a free buffet. Really good. I recommend. Meatballs are amazing. The drinks are great. If you are looking for something different to do, here is the place. Check it out. Small place but good times. read more

I think Cafe Neo is beyond the best restaurant ever the owner is a very friendly sweet gentleman. not only is Cafe Neo a great restaurant but at Thanksgiving and Christmas the owner himself makes the holiday dinners for the less fortunate God Bless Mr Pete &Cafe Neo read more

The owner has no respect for his customer, my friend got her wallet stolen we came back to ask the owner if her wallet was there and he immediately told her "no" she was 100% sure she left it there. She comes back to ask if he'd help us and he immediately starts cussing at us. He lied saying the cameras didn't work but told us they did the night before. Rudest owner we've ever met.!! read more

Our bartenders were so nice! The karaoke was great too! We had so much fun! We had monitors, Malibu, and so many drinks!

I love it here. Bartender/owner is a great guy and takes care of people. Also personally volunteers in Worcester a lot. The drinks are awesome!! Free buffet on Sunday and Tuesday nights is pretty good...especially for the price. Any night that we're looking for a quick drink, this is where we're at. read more

Don't go here. We were from out of town. Never have been judged and asked to leave before ordering a drink. We were not drunk. Just looking for a karaoke bar. He would not serve us. The Uber diver that dropped us off recommended the pub down the street. We had an excellent time there! read more

terrible business- one of bartenders busy the whole time while the other bartender just keeps telling everyone other bartender will pour us our champagne and mixture for out mimosas . literally a mimosa. champagne and and mix. so dumb such a waste of our time to deal with a bartender who only only how to pour beer from a tap. horrible place. hopefully on a saturday the second bartender can figure it out. if not ill apply. thx for nothing! read more

Updating my previous review because Neo has since updated their menu. They now serve a full breakfast menu all day and an extended selection of other food items. They also got themselves a coffee maker- woohoo!! Come with a big appetite, walk away full. Oh, and about the neighborhood, the city has been putting lots of work into that part of town and the sketch-factor has decreased since my initial review 6 months ago. There is a municipal parking lot just past Cafe Neo, but make sure you throw some change in the meters- even at night. As far as I'm concerned, meters should be free at night, but the city officials and meter maids disagree. Not Neo's fault, but nobody likes to walk away from a meal and find a parking ticket on their windshield! read more

This place is great if you can handle the bar tender being rude to you and waiting for ten to fifteen minutes for a drink. They do have karaoke every night of the week. The drinks are good they just take too long to order and the male bartender can be rude. The place is typically crouded and is also very loud. So loud you'll have trouble carrying a conversation. Price is reasonable. The restrooms need a complete revamp. I hope to see this place do better in the future. read more

Owner is awesome and this place has yummy drinks. Complimentary buffets on Tuesdays and Sundays. Would come again read more

Cafe Neo - Karaoke Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Celebrated my birthday here and bartender / owner went above and beyond to ensure I had a great time! Delicious drinks and even more delicious Greek food! Fun atmosphere, good DJ and lots of karaoke to enjoy! read more

Fun place for karaoke. A nice dive bar if you want to get away from the typical college bars. Great mojitos! read more

Cafe Neo - Best mojitos anywhere - Karaoke Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

This is a Worcester staple. They have karaoke every night and the owner is extremely generous. The venue is not something to write home about but the drinks are top of the line. Panagio (the owner) is always there and sometimes has free food. He also does a good amount of charity work. Prices are right and it's a great way to end your evening in the Canal District read more

I had a date last Saturday night with a girl from Worcester after having dinner at a local restauraunt we decided it would be fun to go to some place that had karaoke. Not being from the area I went on line to try and find a place that had Karaoke on Saturday nights. Cafe Neo came up so we decided to give it a try. Upon entering the bar we found it to be extremely dark in there. Over to the extreme right we saw a light behind the bar where the bartender was sitting on a stool. As we approched the man my girl friend asked him if they had Karaoke tonight. The man behind the bar would not answer her and showed absolutely no emotion at all. At that time I asked him if they had any entertainment tonight Again he would not answer me and showed no emotion. I started thinking that perhaps he didnt speak English. I said to the man no English? He finally showed a lot of emotion called me a piece of shit and told me to get the fuck out of his bar. he then charged at me as we were leaving I thought for sure he was going to hit me I then told him I was a senior citizen and if he hit me he would be in big trouble. There was absolutely no one else in the bar at this time. read more

I absolutely adore Cafe Neo!! Peter, the owner, runs the place himself, he is a constant presence and himself along with the bouncer/bartender makes the place feel safer because he doesn't take any drunken antics or BS. I have personally seen him throw trouble makers out. Karaoke is always so much fun and Wednesday night trivia is a blast. Cafe Neo is a relaxed little hole-in-the-wall bar that is friendly and a great hang out. I'll always frequent this place. read more

The only good thing was the d.j the owner was arrogant aggressive and made weak drinks i would never go back worst place in Worcester by far dirty small and awful service read more

Great food. $2 drafts. Best karaoke selection in Worcester. Trivia Wednesday

Small place, incredible vibes. Karaoke is ON POINT! Meg Myers is a must see on the mic!

went for karaoke don't drink tried a few times dj wasn't getting me up complained found out i don't drink peter the owner told dj to put everyone else up that drank i was giving him 4-5 dollars for a 2 dollar ginger ale i won't be back i go to the rock bar on thurs for karaoke it's packed and George is a nice guy not rude like Peter read more