Went out to a club for the first time. And I went to this one, with my friend. It was fun, and an…read moreinteresting experience . Would go again.

Came here to see the Brown University Poler Bears (the Brown and RISD pole dancing student group)…read moreperform and had a great time! The venue is small and intimate and has two poles for performers. Drinks were nice and strong, although a little heavy on the lime. Limited seating so you better dance! Had a great time and would definitely come back here! Caveat there's not much in the way of parking so you either pay for lot parking or walk awhile. Also, security checks your bag and ensures you don't have a water bottle.

After all the years I've lived in this area and all the times I've visited Providence, I genuinely…read morecannot believe I had never heard of The Boombox. That changed this weekend, and I'm honestly a little annoyed that it took us this long to discover it. The day started innocently enough. My wife and I were doing one of our usual brewery and cocktail crawls through Providence, and at this point in the evening we were walking from Westminster Street toward Federal Hill. It was around 11:00 PM, and after a day involving several breweries, I had reached the inevitable point where finding a restroom had become a priority. We happened to be passing the Dean Hotel, so my wife suggested that I ask if I could use the lobby bathroom. We walked into the hotel, asked the guy at the desk, and he was nice enough to point me toward the restroom. While I was taking care of business, my wife, being the wonderfully nosy person that she is, noticed a door with red lights flashing around it and naturally went to investigate. I came out of the bathroom a few minutes later and she informed me that there was this really cool, divey-looking place behind the door where everyone was singing and that we absolutely needed to go check it out. For once, following my wife's curiosity turned out to be an excellent decision. We walked into The Boombox and ended up having one of the most unexpectedly fun parts of the entire night. The atmosphere is warm, upbeat and incredibly welcoming. It has that slightly dive-bar, slightly underground-club feeling that makes you immediately relax and feel like you're supposed to be there. Everyone seems to be there for the same reason: have some drinks, sing badly or surprisingly well, cheer for strangers, and generally have a ridiculous amount of fun. And the karaoke setup is excellent. You pay just $1 per song to sing, there is an extensive songbook, and on a busy weekend night they have a system that keeps people moving through the rotation rather than leaving everyone wondering whether they'll actually get their turn before closing. There is seating along the walls, but once the place really fills up, expect to be standing. Honestly, that's probably the better way to experience it anyway. The energy comes from the crowd. If you've never seen a 40-year-old Bavarian doctor grab a microphone and sing Blink-182's "What's My Age Again?" while dancing around like she's 18 years old, then you haven't lived. My wife absolutely owned that room. I have known her for a long time and have seen plenty of sides of her, but watching her completely commit to that performance was something else. We laughed until we hurt, and that's exactly what a night like this is supposed to be. The bar is also very good. There's a nice selection of cocktails, beer and other drinks, and the bartenders know what they're doing. You can order a classic or try something a little more creative, and the drinks fit the atmosphere perfectly. You're not coming here for some quiet, contemplative cocktail experience, but you also aren't stuck drinking watered-down nonsense just because you're at a karaoke bar. The staff deserve a lot of credit, too. Everyone we interacted with was friendly and welcoming, and there was none of that weird attitude you sometimes encounter at nightlife spots where the staff seem annoyed that customers are actually there. The whole place has an energy that makes you feel supported when you decide to get up and sing, which is important because most people need at least a little encouragement before voluntarily standing in front of a room full of strangers with a microphone. It can definitely get crowded, especially on weekends, so don't expect to stroll in late on a Saturday and have your choice of seats. There are some seats around the perimeter, but when it's packed, you're probably going to be standing. They also have private rooms available for parties, which would be a fantastic option if you're looking to do something a little more organized for a birthday or group event. What I love most is that we weren't even looking for this place. We were simply walking through Providence, I needed a bathroom, my wife saw a mysterious red-lit door and decided to investigate, and suddenly we had discovered what became one of the highlights of our entire night. Those are usually the best places, the ones you don't find because somebody told you to go there. You find them because you happened to open the right door. Will we be back? Absolutely. One hundred percent. The Boombox is one of those places where you can walk in not knowing anyone and leave feeling like you've been part of the party. Great atmosphere, friendly staff, good drinks, an enormous selection of songs and a crowd that clearly came to have fun. If you're in Providence and haven't been, give it a shot. Just be prepared to discover that your wife apparently has a secret career waiting for her as the lead singer of Blink-182.

Worst service I've ever experienced in my life. Paid $50 for a drink which I never got a single sip…read moreof. My bartender asked me to lean in because she loved the smell of my perfume. As I'm leaning forward she placed my drink right in front of me which I didn't see and it spilled all over my outfit and the bar and she refused to comp me for it at all. One of those experiences that you never forget because you feel like you were wronged. The drink was only $20 but I was tipping her over the compliment and felt completely robbed after. On top of that what's the point in paying to request songs if we have to sit and wait for the bartender to sing all her choices first. Terrible service will never recommend to anyone I know. Upon looking at the reviews I'm not the only person that has been treated rudely at this establishment by your female bartender. What are you guys going to do about this? Years of complaining about your bartenders is not okay.

Best bar on the west side. The drinks are good and cheap, and the staff is really lovely.read more

Who doesn't love The Dog?…read more A fully black painted build at the of a highway on ramp with no windows. Check Dimly lit with reddish hue lit dive bar. Check Great strong drinks and good craft beer and liquor selection. Check Great heavy rock and punk music billowing through the place. Check Friendly bartenders who enjoy talking to the patrons. Check Always some strange movie playing on the TV's. Check A dark dive bar that checks all of the boxes. What more can I say? Tip: Don't be afraid to order a specialty drink, they enjoy pouring them. Thanks

Great place! Great staff!…read moreGo and go often. Great vibe and comfortable seating through out

Very disappointing.... Very cool vibes but the manager was drunk and scolded the bartender in front…read moreof our group. They will also charge your card a $40 authorization regardless of what you order. When I asked them about the charge they claimed that people walk out all the time and that it's 'standard' and if I have money in my account it shouldn't be a problem. Don't go if you want quality service.

Love Mrs. Bigg This…read moreis a bar. This is a bar. They pour strong drinks and have enthusiastic karaoke. Love the clientele, a more mature crowd. They just got a new sign, very nice. I wouldn't change a thing. The lighting is usually dim so you'll never look bad. Ha. Look for Mrs. Bigg and say hello, she is the best. Tip: Jello Shots Thanks

Just happen to be in the area and stopped at Mr Biggs. Great little hole in the wall kind of vibe,…read morebut cool. Customers and barmaids were great. We did not eat, not sure if they serve food. But they do have karaoke if you're a fan.

Great Irish dive bar. Will and Matt the bartenders are great. Friendly vibe. Offers food on…read moreoccasion, which was delicious.

This is what it is...A local, Pawtucket staple... A dirty…read moreold Irish bar (formerly The Blue Bonnet) that has awesome bartenders and that is about it. Yeah, there is a jukebox, yeah a pool table, a video game or two in the corner, occasionally karaoke or a live band...but your not here for that.. You are here to people watch and enjoy libations at a decent price point....just don't expect anything fancy and you will not be disappointed!

How am I a native RIer who had never been to The Met for a show before?…read more Hey Ninteen drew me in. The facility definitely gave me Coney Island freak show vibes inside. It was probably the hand painted art inside with red curtains adorning them. I have to day the photos were quite captivating. Makes the place seem more inviting. The guys at the front were nice. I was rocking Malibu and pineapple all night. Heavy handed with the pour, thanks, but still had flavor. The show was set up with chairs. Thanks for the option but I wanted to stand. People did what they wanted but it was nice that a dance floor area right in front of the stage was left open for when Kid Charlemagne hit! Large bathroom, pretty clean. 2 bars and a little entry way for long lines getting in or a smoking area. Great size for an intimate show.

Loved my first time coming here for a show. The sound was great, staff was friendly and helpful,…read morespace was nice and had plenty of room. Will be back

Gary & Craig have carried on the tradition that the Feeney's set for decades prior. Some updates…read morehave been made and DO NOT miss out on St Patrick's Day or MORE importantly their annual Toys for Tots fundraiser! The bartenders are all welcoming and it's a great place to see PC basketball away/tournament games or pre/post home hockey, soccer, lacrosse, women's basketball games (because of how close the campus is!

Brads has been the place to go for Friars for years, dropping my freshman off today and enjoying a…read morepint and some bar food.