I came here with a friend on a Friday night for drinks. We also checked out the live music in the…read morebasement. The bands were great and for $15/pp, it was worth it.

I attended the annual Underground Open MIc Halloween show last night for my third year in a row and…read morehad such a wonderful evening. In my humble opinion, the talent that comes out to perform at this venue are some of the bet musicians in all of New York. The crowd is welcoming, supportive and really open-minded. From poetry and comedy to punk music, rap, indie, rock and country.. the range of artistry here has no bounds. The theme last night was to dress as your favorite musician and perform their covers. I went as Post Malone and really enjoyed the crowds reaction to my set. Colleen, one of the hosts is always so friendly and welcoming. She even performs herself! Mike, the sound guy extraordinaire, works wonders from behind the sound booth. He's always adjusting levels on the fly and helping each performer sound their very best. And can you believe it... this open mic is free! Just be sure to bring some cash to drop in their magical tip bucket, which helps all wishes come true from the tipper.

Very nice and I felt welcomed and accommodated! The lighting and the music is great although it can…read morebe a bit loud for some. I had no issues with it although I think the bartender was a bit new/nervous because I'm not sure what I got was a Long Island but it packed a punch!

I purchased tickets for the Neon-Soul night. The Dj & the vibes literally weren't giving funk nor…read moregroove as promised on their instagram ad. Extremely disappointed for the false advertisement.

I attended the Underground Open Mic tonight to both listen to and perform some original music. This…read moreparticular open mic is a favorite of mine as it is actually where I got my start in the local open mic scene, back in fall of 2022. Located in the basement stage room of Bar Freda, this open mic breaks the mold with their epic lighting, phenomenal sound system, very talented sound guy & engaging hosts. Every Monday, from 8pm about midnight, you can enjoy free performances by incredibly talented musicians and poets from all over the world. Some are local New Yorkers, some are transplants, and others are visitors. Tonight there was a wonderful poet from London, a super talented guitarist and singer from LA, and everything in between. Everyone was phenomenal! The creators, I am Adam-Meagan (aka Not Holden Caulfield) and Colleen (aka Sunbeam Colleen), have really created something very special here. This is such a welcoming open mic with an incredibly receptive and supportive crowd. If someone forgets their lyrics or stumbles in a performance, the audience immediately begins cheering their on, which 99% helps get the performer's moral backup and gets them back into their flow state. If you ever want to experience some phenomenal local arts or even perform yourself, you definitely have to check them out!

This is as underground as it gets: a metal door with no sign, wooden steps up to the second floor,…read morethen knock on a door that just looks like an apartment door. I just love that! Behind the door you will find a small bar ($4 for beers), a small lounge area with red couches and a piano, and a stage space. There is also access to the roof, with an industrial view of Bushwick and the Empire State Building in the distance. This performance space for theater, art, and music right by Bushwick Park, "is a full-scale not-for-profit performance venue and Presenting Organization dedicated to bringing a continuum of art and artists to the Bushwick community". VH and I came here for the Rockers Galore dance party last Saturday, and we had a lot of fun. It made me curious about their theater productions too. Keep an eye on this place.

Underground bar/dance club. Very well hidden, so you must know the right people to get into this…read moreplace. LOL. Showed up here on a Saturday night for a dance party. There was a metal door with, "Bushwick Starr" written on the front, you go up a flight of stairs, and once on the landing, it looks like an apartment floor or a place for studios. Its easy to find once you've climbed a flight of stairs. Very interesting venue. Small, but cozy. Feels like someone's living room. There was free champagne before 12. Too sweet, but I aint complaining about anything free. Music was ok, but didn't get me in the mood to dance. Left around 1PM when the party was starting up...god we're so lame.

The atmosphere here is definitely 10/10. Incredible dreamlike back patio with lots of seating,…read moreinside feels like a cafe during the day with lots of light, good music and it looks like fun events. We opted for snacks over drinks but obviously I'll be coming back for a cocktail. The butter bean salad was really yummy, with a nice diversity of mix-ins and some briny and fresh flavors adding brightness. The mushroom sliders were a skip, not very flavorful or well prepared, but we met the chef and they were very kind and earnest about feedback. I bet everything else is really good, that dish just needs a little love! It's clearly an artsy communal hub in Ridgewood, definitely check it out.

Dada is a lovely cocktail bar tucked away in the midst of other great bars in Ridgewood. They do…read morehave live music that never has a cover fee which is really great, but of course tipping is appreciated! I forgot which drinks I had but they were good & not diluted. I also got the zeytoon parvardeh to snack on which was quite tasty. I never had it before & was pleasant surprised- I'd definitely order it again at a Persian place. The live music was great too & you can come & go as you wish. All in all, if I'm ever in the area again I'd 110% go back.

Absolutely LOVEEEE this place. The arcade games are all so creative and so fun to get lost in…read more Especially the fact that they're FREE!!!! So it really pulls you into this sort of portal where you're fully locked in on games and then you look up and its been 3 hours, love it. Drinks are fine but they are a great price. Got the Waaaluigi which was really tasty and pretty unique! The wonder punch was a classic tropical rum drink and good but was a little watery. Absolutely LOVE the music here, both live and regular music through the speakers once the live shows are done. They also have a backyard outdoor courtyard that is perfect for a quick break to touch grass before going back in and screentimemaxxing again

I was a regular at Wonderville for about two years and genuinely loved the place. Without any prior…read morewarning or conversation, I was suddenly told I was 86'd "for life." I had to email afterward just to learn that my "behavior and demeanor" had supposedly made people uncomfortable. Nobody ever told me specifically what I had done wrong, what boundary I had crossed, or gave me an opportunity to correct anything. I'm a human being, not furniture. If staff had simply communicated with me, I would have listened and complied. For context, I was not harassing people. I was a social regular who enjoyed friendly conversations, and if someone didn't want to interact, I respected that and gave them space. If staff wanted me to change something about my behavior, they could have simply told me. I would have listened and adjusted. I also have concerns about whether my race, sex, and height affected how I was perceived and treated, which I'll be looking into separately. After Months of follow-ups, management finally confirmed that I'm still not permitted on site. Great concept, but the way this was handled showed a serious lack of communication and people skills. One star.

Very cool Space they are cocktails are $15 each and their wine and beer are around $10. Really…read morepretty and nice space. There is a back yard. Can get a little noisy there and ppl smoke as well. The service was a bit slow bc there was one bartender and at 7pm a group of 8 ppl came at once. They also have board games. And when i was leaving at 9 p.m. there was a tarot card reader.

I went specifically for the oddities. Pleasantly surprised by the pieces. I had a plethora of gin…read morecocktails which were all great! Think I favorited the lavender! Service was phenomenal, Diego the owner, was so welcoming and shared back stories about the pieces. Overall ambiance is quaint and I loved it. I'll be going again, just wished it was closer to me.

I have been here at least 5 different times for music of promotional event in the past. It is about…read morethe World Cup and Mexico is playing and this spot is basically home field advantage. The crowd did go crazy when Mexico scored first in World Cup round of 32. The bartenders are usually pretty friendly and I hope to come back for a concert soon. This place is great to attend for all types of concerts.

Updating this review because I had a dismal and unnecessary interaction with one of elsewhere…read morebartenders. I didn't get their name but it was a white male presenting person with long tawny brown blond hair and a septum piercing. 6/15 around 11:30 pm at the very end of the event I was attending a wonderful event for Tales of a Cocktail x Espolon and at the end of the night I was trying to get my friend to register with Campari academy // the QR codes were all over the bar... I asked "Hi do you guys still have any of the QR codes that were on the bar ? For Campari academy" and this person laughed in my face sneered at me like they were mocking me and said "i don't even know wtf that is" I clarified "oh the Pink QR codes that were all over the bar are they gone ?" Again they repeated " i don't even know what you're even talking about .. so no" The interaction was so rude and really put a bad taste in my mouth I went further and asked "oh yall probably threw them out already" , i asked him "you work for elsewhere right? And not espolon" - he laughed in my face again and said no ... I was trying to be nice and remain positive so I told him "oh you should look into it then! You're a bartender right ? They do lots of free parties and events like this one" His response was so nasty he smiles in my faces and said "yeah I don't wanna do that I don't really care" so I kept my composure because at the end of the day this was an event for all industry professionals, bar owners, bartenders LIQOUR reps, hospitality leaders etc- and this was the demeanor this person had.... I replied "oh you don't care huh? Well the information is there if you want it have a goodnight" and as I was walking away he said "I really don't" This was such an unfortunate and unexpected interaction just a few days short of the NBA playoffs party I attended with NYx Cosmetics at Elsewhere. - I work in hospitality because I genuinely want to be there and I want to give people exciting memorable experiences- not mock them to their face and try to make them feel small...

I went to Knockdown Center to see Underworld's Crazy, Crazy. It was an amazing experience! What a…read moreperfect venue to see a show like that! There were two sets with a 30 minute pause in between. Pros: - Sound system was so good. For EDM, the audio was great in that former factory space. - Visuals and lights. I was mesmerized by the overhanging light thing (I don't know the technical terminology, but you'll know immediately what I mean when you see it flashing above you) - Security was actually really cool - they were super professional and did good crowd control, but kept the vibe positive. - I kept it light with any extra things on my person, but it was good to see there is a locker system that you could utilize if you needed Cons: - Perhaps it was a one-off that night (this was around the time when there was a semi-heatwave), but the ventilation. People were so excited about Underworld that I think many people just powered through, but Dear God! I was waiting for people to pass out from heat exhaustion or someone to shout "MEDIC!" I didn't hit up the merch room, but saw it from afar. Also, I didn't get anything from the bar. So I can't speak to those aspects of the venue. Note: This is neither a pro nor con, just a heads up so you know - unisex bathrooms with attendants.

I have been to the club and had a decent time, this is about there merch service…read more I ordered an item 06. 25. 26 the money was taken from my account instantly. I received a receipt with a tracking number. So far I have not received any further information on back order etc just silence. I have emailed various emails provided by KDC no response same with the phone same with leaving messages on instagram. I am hoping someone will see this and contact me

House of Yes isn't just a venue--it's a state of mind, a glitter-drenched fever dream of queer joy,…read moreradical self-expression, and performance art that swings from the ceiling (literally). If you walk in expecting a traditional night out, prepare to be lovingly and fabulously corrected. From the moment I entered with a friend, it was clear this place plays by its own, very sparkly rules. The first room was more of a whimsical prelude than a line-up zone: drinks flowing, people mingling like old friends at a costume party, and a gloriously casual pile of pillows where you could recline like a disco-era Roman god. And yes--there was a tarot reader, naturally, because no true evening of hedonistic joy is complete without a stranger telling you your moon energy needs grounding. Once the main room opened, things escalated--in the best way possible. Performers appeared everywhere: on stage, above our heads, behind the crowd--acrobats, dancers, aerialists, all oozing talent, glitter, and just enough danger to keep you watching with your mouth open and your drink clutched tightly. It wasn't just a dance floor--it was a full-blown immersive experience. The music kept the energy up all night: infectious, thumping, and curated to make even the shyest feet consider their moment of main-character glory. The crowd? Pure magic. Full of respectful, expressive, and joyful people, the kind of fellow partygoers you dream about meeting in New York. Everyone was there to dance, to celebrate, to vibe--not to posture or preen. What makes House of Yes so special is that it's not just a nightclub--it's a celebration of freedom in all its forms. Of identity, of movement, of art, of joy. It's campy, chaotic, oddly intimate, and--somehow--profound. In short: if you're craving a space that feels like Studio 54 met a circus in a utopian queer commune, House of Yes is your new church. Bring an open mind, comfortable shoes, and a healthy appreciation for sequins.

A GREAT time was had at this night club. Don't have many photos to post from it because the phones…read morewere in the purse, but the hosts put on a great event and everything was so well put together and the venue was just as great! Would love to come back even though I live so far.