Red MR KTV, a name that evokes warmth and heated passion. It's a name that plays well into the fact…read morethey are conjoined with a Szechuan restaurant, the fiery cuisine of China that isn't just an inspiration for a Mcdonalds sauce. Hot vocals, hot food, that's what Red MR represents. Well all this is nice, until you step into the room and it's 15 degrees! Damn it Hong Kong, and your obsession with AC overuse! How am I supposed to belt out my out-of-tune Lady Gaga songs when I'm hunched over trying to maintain all of my body heat?? I don't know the people here well enough to cuddle with them, don't force me into that awkward situation! Despite the freezer you call a room, Red MR ranks as the best karaoke place I've been to. Don't get excited, my standard was very low coming from Toronto, but still I was impressed. Service was faaaantastic. We were led to our room and the door opened for us. There was constantly someone coming in to clean the tables and fix equipment, but not enough to be a nuisance. MOST IMPORTANTLY, we were never kicked out of our room! Some places boot you out the moment your time is up even if no one needs the room afterwards. Food was top notch. Call it sad, but the places I've been to for karaoke usually only have the deep fried basics. Fries and onion rings all night. Well as I said before, Red MR is connected to a Szechuan restaurant. It has the entire restaurant menu (so yes, you can order an entire crispy roast chicken, or xiao long bao) on top of a significantly improved karaoke food menu. I'm talking about ramen, rice bowls, all parts of a chicken (cartilage is the best), skewer platters, a variety of smoothies, I could go on. My one complaint. Song selection is meh. A lot of the songs we had didn't even have lyrics, but in the age of Google, it's not too big of a deal. Sure, there were some welcome surprises...like Pen Pineapple Apple Pen. But where's Eminem's Lose Yourself? It's the closest I'll ever get to an epic rap battle with my Asian friends. Thought that maybe it'd be better on the cantopop side...BUT NO TWINS? WHAT? HOW? HKD $289/person minimum order for 3 hours. Reasonable price for good food and good service at a decent karaoke place. But no full marks because I couldn't even lose myself in the music, the moment, couldn't ever let it go... (37/100) - 2017

For those who worry about smelling like cigarettes or the air quality, I am proud to tell you that…read morethis particular Red Mr keeps the air clean and you aren't exposed to second hand smoke! =) There are private rooms here so it keeps the noise levels controlled. They have TONS of American songs (and I'm sure canto-pop, but I since we don't do Canto we didn't pay much attention to that list) so we were able to keep our playlist filled. The food is just ok - the typical food you'll want to eat when you're having a beer. Ramen soup, onion rings, chicken wings, etc. So, grab a mike and sing your heart out.

This Red MR in Causeway Bay is conveniently located in the Windsor House, which is close to the MTR…read morestation. It also had great views of Victoria Park! I also really appreciated that even though they asked us to close our bill, they still allowed us to sing until whenever we wanted because there wasn't anybody waiting. All of the equipment (speakers, mics, TVs) is in good working condition. I also think it's cool that they offer beer pong and darts in the front area. We went on a Saturday night over the CNY weekend, and it was $229 / person for 2.5 hours of fun and two drinks. The total came out to be around $250. I thought it was reasonable for being a prime time slot during the holiday weekend.

Doesn't have much 90's songs. As a 90's I feel like I can't enjoy as much as I used to be in Redbox…read moreor in CEO karaoke. But their prices is cheaper than CEO tho. If I can't sing the songs I know, what is the point coming here tho... So guys, if you are from the 90's, I suggest you go to else where they will have the songs u know.

This place is seriously SO fun!!! Think a bout entertainment hub central! I came here for the first…read moretime last week. My friends were already there and asked me to join. When you think about night life/entertainment, what comes to mind? For me, it's dancing, drinking, dart, snooker, beer pong and karaoke. They have all of the above - aside from dancing. This place is not massive but considering their space, they make really good use, they have a bar where you order drinks, but where people do shots as well; there's a lounge where you can sit and play drinking games; there's a karaoke room that's adequately sized, sits about 10-12 people. Beer pong - which was what we were doing, and pool. It feels like no one could ever get bored here.. ever! They close at 5, we were there until then, and even though we were all falling asleep, at least everyone wanted to stay to finish their games. I really like the beer pong area, i know, i know.. it's just beer pong. What's special about beer pong here is that there is a regulator! Their staff acts as a referee, whilst providing table service (ie. pouring the beer). Even if you were drunk, it's good to know someone is sober enough to give you all the rules. The booze here is also cheap compared to a lot of places, making it more accessible to drink more! In my opinion, it was a little too bright for a drinking place, so they could have dimmed the lights a little bit. I think we all had lots of fun. Will be back!

A really bizarre place with tables for beer pong, lounge seating, darts, and The Walking Dead…read moreshowing on their TV's. Drink prices weren't particularly cheap and the the referees for beer pong really threw me off, as well as the rules that were played with here: Referees racking up 4 times during the game, no roll-backs, 2 extra cups taken away when both partners sink the shot, the opportunity to death cup or get death cupped without a chance to take the cup away, elbows/arms/bodies allowed to lean over the table. Doesn't make for my kind of game...#Murica The staff here was very friendly, with our referee in particular who was very helpful giving us tips on where to go in Hong Kong during out visit. It also seemed like a very local joint, as I didn't hear a lick of English and all Canto. For someone who has ADD at bars, this is a really solid spot. I would have never known this was here because it wasn't on the ground floor in a random building.

Honestly, I'm not a fan of karaoke but when I have to go, I always go to Red MR…read more Karaoke is just not my type of thing, I understand a lot of people love to sing and have fun at the Karaoke room but I prefer singing in the shower and having fun at a club. Although, I have to admit that doing karaoke is great for a large group of friends and popping bottles at a Karaoke room is way cheaper than at a club. So, why Red MR but not other Karaoke places? One crucial reason is that they have a lot more and new English songs than the others. They features a lot of western singers, like Lana Del Rey, Snoop Dog, Adele, P!nk, David Guetta and more. Their selection of songs gives me a reason to go back every time. Beside, they serve really decent food at Red MR. I still remember my first time going to a Karaoke place and had a disgustingly greasy, tasteless fried rice. That was such an unpleasant and disgraceful experience and that completely ruined my impression of a Karaoke place. I swear I'm not going back to that Karaoke place anymore because their food simply sucks. However, Red MR is a very good surprise. They have a lovely menu featuring Japanese food, like skewers and ramen. Don't expect anything authentic but they are otherwise good with a very reasonable price. All in all, if you fancy a karaoke night, Red MR is the place to go .

Review #3,500: When…read moreNathan Left (彌敦左岸) opened up in TST along Hart's lively nightlife road, I was super pessimistic at best. Who was Nathan and why did he leave? Is this another gwai lo bar taking over the local grime and pubs from yesteryear? Since I lived right around the corner, I figured it was important to see what the deal was. Here's the deal: This place is awesome and over the past 2 years, I've become a regular. Of the M1 nightlife establishments, Nathan Left is certainly the most unique. The exterior features a classic Hollywood marquee sign, along with open door seating at their downstairs pub where there is just enough room for people to enjoy a view out on the street while drinking a pint. The second floor, where a majority of the people are is stunning from a decor standpoint. It is mainly a lounge with very contemporary decor pieces and dynamic ones that change in from night in to night out (depending on their theme) along with tables, a stage, a classy bar, and a performing stage. Hidden in the back are pool tables, a karaoke room, and even beer pong. When I say I was blown away by the place, I was even more taken aback when I came back on different nights and the interior was transformed. One night was for a movie night and it was 1920s flapper party and the next night it was b-boys, big beats, and a hell of a hip hop night. For most other nights, it's a showcase of some of the best Filipino cover bands one can find. The menu is mainly a mix of western food, which like any M1 spots are typically grossly overpriced and typically mediocre. I was however, impressed at some of the items, such as their "wurst" sausage variety, and even their $650HKD steak which was exactly how I wanted it -- medium rare. Even I was surprised when I found their hamburgers and pizza to be strangely tasty. Despite all of this, I'd still opt for their drinks more than anything. The drinks are standard, but well done. There is a pretty solid selection of whiskey, and some beers on tap. It's not the most extensive selection of alcohol by any means, but it'll more than do the job for people who can order typical cocktails. The staff is young, professional, and very multilingual. My first few visits here were taken care of by Jordan, who despite looking like a fella from Ireland, was in fact a Hong Kong native and mercilessly trolling folks with his flawless Cantonese. The same for the gorgeous Zasha, who served every drink with a smile. Or absurdly friendly Jerome, who knew exactly how to get the party started. Finally, the manager Tony would give a hearty handshake to his regulars every time they entered / exited the joint. It seems like a moot point by now, but this really was my nightlife home away from home. It was a fun occasion any night of the week, a great place for a date, group fun, or a solo drinking session. And finally, an awesome place to listen to quality music and indulge in great company.

Had a GREAT time at Nathan Left. We were in from the States on the last leg of a vacation to a few…read moredifferent countries in Asia, and were lucky enough to have someone local showing us around. This bar is a gem, with an extensive and detailed drinks menu that includes classic speakeasy cocktails, a diverse selection of beers (for Hong Kong), and even WINE that won't break the bank, a welcome sight for westerners longing for a glass of vino after enduring the usually devastating wine prices in Asia. The real reason to come, however, are the cover bands. This bar makes more than adequate use of its upstairs space to host spectacular cover bands that will truly play you any song in the world. My understanding is that this is not that weird a thing in Hong Kong but for westerners it's pretty magical, so that is my lived experience. Decor is fun, eclectic and cozy. Ample seating upstairs even when busy.

I was given the job to host a wedding after-party. After looking at a bunch of bars and event…read morespaces, this was the most cost effective and fun venue I could find. There are 2 venues, and this review is for their 2nd one which allows for late night use. The prices are very reasonable (from Dec 2015, the prices may have gone up since then, but for reference only): Refundable Deposit to secure venue: $500 Price per head for 3hrs (Mon-Thur, 11am-6pm) HK$82 Price per head for 3hrs (Mon-Thur, 6-11pm) HK$118 Price per head for 3hrs (Fri - Sun/Public holidays, 11am-6pm) HK$120 Price per head for 3hrs (Fri - Sun/Public holidays, 6-6am) HK$160 *Extra hour after the first 3hrs = HK$300 per hour (before 11pm) *Extra hour after the first 3hrs = HK$400 per hour (after 11pm) *Price including all soft drinks and all the facilities in the room *21/12-31/12 count as Christmas public holiday price *10% service charge *Min 10 people during weekdays and 14 during weekends It's BYOB so we broguht a bunch of wines, beers and hard A. They have: Basketball hoop machine (One out of two was broken) Karaoke Machine Laptop with internet (can play youtube videos for Karaoke) Wii PS4 (can bring your own games) Pool Table Darts (Kind of broken scoring) Boardgames (Jenga, monopoly, etc) Cards Dice Speaker (to connect to music) Mahjong (not sure if they have a table) Fridge (Not that big) Glassware and paper cups/shot cups Wine Glasses (not that many) Once I went in, I was greeted by a stench of bleach. It was quite offputting but once you hang around long enough, you'll get used to the space. The decor was decent, akin to a random bar in Wanchai, so don't expect high end (photos look nicer) but for the price, I was very satisfied. There was one nice girl who was manning the space and she was helping me with pouring out the drinks and putting the wine in the fridge. The venue is spacious, approx 1000sq ft with a decent bathroom. It has a large couch that can easily fit 6 and a table with bench that can squeeze 6 people, there are also a couple stools by the balcony. We had 20 people comfortably and I would say it can fit up to 30 people without feeling like a club. I had wine delivered a couple hours before the event and it was smoothly received, however this has to be coordinated. Overall it came to about $200pp including alcohol for 3 hours of fun. Definitely recommended! I reckon Blackroom 1 may be cleaner since Blackroom 2 is used for drinking and 1 is just for day-time use. *** Tip: Book in advance! BYOB, snacks, games if you want, PS4, music Favourites: Reasonably priced and friendly staff. Responses were fast. Meh: Smells of bleach Last words: Great party venue and centrally located