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    3.5 (270 reviews)
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    Came here on Saturday (11/22/25) for the Nero show. I parked near DNA lounge in the Costco parking lot and it was a short 10 minute walk over. The venue itself was very intimate and loved the music 2nd floor for a lovely view of the stage. The use of projections across the walls was a very nice addition. Would definitely come back here for other shows!

    Sammi T.

    I don't usually review nightclubs because, let's be honest, they're normally so trashy , even when you have the best time that it's not worth it to actually Review them. Came here for Gorgon City on a Saturday night. And the venue was completely packed by the time it hit eleven o'clock. I thought the crowds here were really chill. I didn't see anybody get thrown out. Everyone with super respectful, and I loved the venue space. They had 2 different inside stages and also the outside area, which was the smoking area, housed a silent disco, which was fun. I liked that the main stage area had seats in the back that people able to use to get a better view. If you wanted seating, it was all over the second area as well as outside which I thought was a great touch. They have cool art everywhere that lines up.

    Ferry corsten
    Vinkin Ken T.

    Went here for the first time on a Friday night to see Ferry Corsten. Took Waymo here and then an uber home. Unsure how parking is around here. Staffs were friendly including the bar tenders. The venue has a good sound and lighting system. It's not a huge space which I like for an intimate setting but it can get crowded. There's a 2nd floor which over looks the bottom floor so the dancing space is smaller. There is limited seating along the wall on both floors. You can buy water in a can at the bar or get free water from the water dispenser by the corner. I would bring a reusable water bottle next time. The only issue I had was the bathroom was not cleaned enough. It smelled so bad, it's slippery and disgusting. At the time I went someone took a dump on top of the toilet seat and it was there the entire night. After leaving the venue there was a couple of bacon hot dog carts outside for those with munchies.

    Old Fashioned, Tropical Storm
    Annabelle R.

    Attended a comedy show here, Story Party: True Dating Stories with Emily Van Dyke. The show was fantastic and hilarious (you can see my separate review for "Story Party"). But I felt the venue was lacking, or just very ordinary. First off, it's located in an alleyway that doesn't look the safest to walk into (at least if I were by myself). And the building doesn't look like much on the outside, though there is some subtle artwork near the entry door, if you look more closely. Inside, we showed our admission tickets at the counter, and the staff gave it a glance and just let us in (a quick and hassle-free process). Then we walked around to check the place out and get some drinks before showtime. It looks like a warehouse inside with wooden flooring, like a space for holding raves. It didn't seem run-down or notably unpleasant in any way, it just looked like an open space with a bar, a little bit of colored lighting as decor (mainly in the bar area), and a stage, with rows of folding seats set up for the show.  The specialty cocktails on their menu were pretty good (we had the Old Fashioned and Tropical Storm), but the drinks were filled with ice and in small plastic cups, so I'd say a tad overpriced for what you get. The sole bartender on duty offered pretty standard service, nothing special, but sufficient. I did notice a little bit of random decor, some very confusing as to what they use this space for, ie. what looked like coin operated kiddie rides against the wall leading from the entrance to the bar (idk, photo ops for adults?). Also, a disco ball hanging from the ceiling that didn't seem like it fit in with the overall space. Their second level was not in use for the show I attended, so I only got a view from downstairs. The stage was also very plain, just a couple plants and a table (for the performer during the show). The sound system was decent. Again, my review is not based on the club scene here, but as a show venue, Public Works is pretty average, not outstanding in any way, but also not bad... If there's a good show I really want to see, I wouldn't hesitate to return (if "Story Party: True Dating Stories" happens here again, I'd recommend checking it out).

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    Luis S.

    This venue is dope. The entrance is down an alleyway and you enter into a bar that's almost like a warehouse. Lots of open space, nice lighting, the sound was bumpin. Very chill atmosphere. I had a chance to check out Dan the Automator, he helped produce for people like Gorillaz, Kool Keith, and Del the funky Homosapien. The bartenders were friendly, it wasn't hard to get a drink. The bathrooms were clean too. Overall it was a really fun night and I got to be close to the action. I will come here again. If you think this place is grimey then you haven't been to a real party before.

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    Thanks for the feedback Annabelle, we hope you come back again soon.

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    Had a great time at public works. Great space and delicious drinks. The friends and I danced the night away.

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    Do not come here if you were born after the 90s unless you want to be the youngest ones here. Venue was small also.

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    Great venue for a comedy show. Lovely atmosphere and crowd. Found easy street parking on a Sunday night. Just wish they had snacks too...

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