That 80's Bar

When is karaoke?

Every Wednesday night

What time is good time to be there to get a table?

I'd say 8ish

Are people able to reserve for a group for birthdays?

I went there for my friends birthday and we were told they don't take reservations :( sucks I know. Just get there early enough to save tables and seats.

Does it Normally get packed for a Saturday night around 9 or 10?

No joke and I had to experience it for myself.. on a Saturday you have to get there as soon as they open. It gets so packed that as people leave they let the same number of people in. The security will even tell you to get there early. Really fun…

Is it only 80's music? Are there hip hop nights?

It is only 80s music however they will have the occasional rock en espanol vs 80s night or Selena tribute nights.

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Is there a cover for Saturday nights?

There is a cover charge on fridays and Saturday's that range from $10-$20 depending of VIP is offered or not but usually $10 and cash only for cover.

Is it just English music?

Depends on the dj but usually yes

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Is it casual?

Yes, it is very causal. Some people dress up in 80's wear too!…

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What is the entrance fee?

$10

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“The guy up front who's name is Derrick was awesome and very welcoming and that set a very cool vibe right off the bat.”

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We had been wanting to try Spark and finally made it in. It was nice having such a wide food and…read moresnack menu while we were singing. It's a fun option if you're looking for somewhere different to celebrate. I'd recommend it and would come back myself. We were able to find and queue songs without any trouble. Good deserve. Would definitely recommend it for a fun karaoke night.

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Eastland Music Studio

4.6(112 reviews)

11.2 mi

Edit (09/04/26): I FOUND THE JAPANESE SONG SELECTIONS IN THE KARAOKE BOOK! \ ( TT ^ TT ) /…read more Bottomline: Why are you reading this review? Just go try Eastland Music Studio if you want to have a wonderful karaoke experience! I came here today at 4:50 PM, making it just in time for their happy hour! Mind you, I came alone and independently, something I haven't done in years, and decided to treat myself out to their happy hour which is from 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM everyday until August 31, 2026 according to their social media. Happy Hour at Eastland means you get 3 hours instead of 1 hour for the flat rate of $25 for one person and $5 more for every person thereafter (i.e., $30 for 2 people, $35 for 3 people, and so on). Flat rate not per hour if you're within happy hour. How could I not go?! So since I came in at 5 PM I got to sing until 8 PM for $25 only! I've been to other karaoke places like Round 1, Spark Karaoke, EKO Karaoke Lounge, Moxie, and heck I've even had the experience of doing open mic down at Little Tokyo; this place just hits. Good. Their selection is expansive (I'm talking about songs in Korean, Chinese, English, Vietnamese, heck I see Tagalog there too!) I do wish they had maybe Japanese songs for their karaoke machine, but whatever I couldn't find in the karaoke machine, I found on Youtube! Switching back and forth from the karaoke program and Youtube is a breeze, but Michael, the owner who is really cool and chill, and Song, who is very friendly, are happy to show you a tutorial on how to do it if you're new or not! I was greeted when I came in, promptly shown to a room, and then asked if I wanted popcorn, and then asked if I had any questions to let the staff know. It can be daunting going alone; some places won't even let you sing by yourself let alone for their happy hour, but Eastland is seriously where it's at. There was no wait time for me at 5 PM! If you're hungry, there's snacks and drinks available for purchase at the front, popcorn was free! Water is like a dollar, but I brought my own refillable water bottle with ice (during these hot and trying times, it's a lifesaver). There's a fan inside the room, but when you're moving around, you can seriously work up a sweat. Lights can be adjusted! Bathroom is clean and the room I was in was roomy for two people, but even roomier because it was just me~! Seriously, stop reading this review and just go. Give it a chance, you won't be disappointed when you have fun and sing your heart out like there's no tomorrow with amazing equipment that makes me feel like I could be the next Madonna. And go before their happy hour deal ends. Great for groups, great for people who just want to have fun and love singing or music. Feel free to enjoy the tambourines, too. And if we meet each other at Eastland, don't be shy and come sing along!

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First time at Piano Piano celebrating a birthday. It's a place where you can request sounds to be…read moreplayed in dueling pianos. Recommend reserving a spot online to be guaranteed a table spot and that set aside seating for your party. You can't bring outside food or drinks but you can bring a cake and party decorations. Plenty of parking spaces, it opens at 7pm so it feels early when it's still light out. They play a lot of oldies, 80s and 90s songs. I kind of felt out of place not knowing a lot of the older songs. Younger folks might have a tough time following along the songs. If you want your song played it's like a $20 payment unless no one is there and you might get away with under $20. That accept cash and Venmo. They have a full bar for drink orders and a menu for bar food like pizza, burgers, and fries. Don't have high expectations for the food. You're here for the piano music. You can put in special requests at the beginning of the night to highlight someone's birthday and they might get called up on stage. Or pay $100 and get to sing your song on stage. Overall it's a try once of your life experience or if you like every song in piano format.

the worst service ever from floor manager rodney!! i have worked in hr for 10 years. how dare he…read morefeel the need to curse at my group of friends for simply asking a question. him running the floor and saying "were too busy for this shit" and saying "i can deny yoir entry" for no reason!! this aweful angey man should be fiered immediately and investigated. turning down a group of 6 cause he had no time to answer a question about entry should not be "the policy" piano piano - aweful service!!!!

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Terrible service. The female bartender was rude all night as soon as we walked in she was…read moreaggressive and snappy. Then publicly complained about how much we tipped while we were sitting right there. The energy was off felt very unwelcome got dirty looks immediately like it was an issue to spend our money there. You can tell they prefer the regulars there and that makes them think they own the place. A girl was picking a fight with one of our members and the bartender had the nerve to threaten to kick us out. Turns out that was her regular. We will never come back to this terrible place. My suggestion go somewhere else don't spend money here.!!

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Brenda was amazing! I live locally, but this was my first time here. Brands treated us like…read moreregulars and is the reason I'll be returning. She is awesome! First impression was great!

There are 3 pool tables which is impressive to me for the fact that there is actually enough space…read moreto shoot Kayla was super sweet and welcoming Not too far from home, so I'll be back

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Great atmosphere cozy bar and great music reasonable music box. Full bar great bartender such a…read morelovely e

If you're looking for a hometown, dive bar.. this is it. It's a casual hangout with high-top…read moretables, a pool table, and a dart board. They offer beers on tap, alcohol, and food. They have a music box where you can pay a little for a whole lot of music and fun. You can see that it has frequent visitors by their conversation and comfortable manner. The bartender was a nice woman who got us our beer and shots quickly. If you're looking for an affordable bar night, give them a try. We'll definitely come back.

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Typical family owned bar. You will walk in finding the regulars at the bar chatting with the…read morebartender, or the Tia with her friends. Started coming here when Covid allowed them to open. way before the penny bar top!! It's a small place with a pool table and jukebox box to play music of the bartender is not already playing country or that new rap. It's a cool place, but unless you are family/friend, or become a regular, don't be surprised if you don't get the vip treatment the people sitting at the bar stools get. Unfortunately they do not have food. They do occasionally have chips for sale, but that's it. We like it. We keep coming back.

I tried visiting on Saturday, October 3rd, at around 10:20 PM with a few friends, and…read moreunfortunately, we were basically turned away. When we walked in, a man sitting at the bar told us, "Yeah, they're actually not serving anymore. They're closing right now.", even though they closed at 11. One of my friends asked if it would be okay if we only got one drink, and the light-skinned Mexican bartender with black hair simply smiled and nodded. At that point, though, we decided to leave because the overall vibe made us feel not welcomed. My friends and I are all in our late 20s, so we may look a little young, and honestly, it felt like we didn't fit the crowd. My wife and I have been going almost once a week, so this was upsetting. The week before this incident, my wife and I ordered vodka Red Bulls, as we always do, and have never had any problems. This time, on our last round, the blonde bartender charged us for two drinks and a Jose Cuervo shot. Neither of us had ordered a shot, so I asked why we were being charged for it. She explained that it was cheaper for her to charge us for a shot than to charge us for a Red Bull. I told her I didn't understand and questioned the charge again. She then came closer to me and said, "Can you please be quiet because my boss is right there and you're going to get me in trouble." She then said that she could void the transaction and charge us for the two drinks and the Red Bull, but the cost would be more. They've never charged us for a redbull separately. The whole situation was extremely uncomfortable and confusing. We had already been to this establishment multiple times, so it's disappointing to have been treated this way, especially when we were simply asking about a charge we didn't understand. After these experiences, my wife and I definitely won't be returning. It honestly feels like they only care about their regulars and aren't very welcoming toward new or younger customers. Definitely a bummer, because we had previously enjoyed coming here.

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Las Margaritas

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My family decided to celebrate my mom & me for Mother's Day at this spot. Hands down, this my shit…read moreright here lol We loved the music, food, and environment. They had live music, everyone was so nice & our waitress was the best! We could still have conversations so it wasn't overly too loud. The food was just amazing. I'm def coming back. It's kids friendly too

I love coming here for lunch dates with my son. I always try something new off the seafood menu…read moreseeing as I'm pescatarian, & he indulges in their grilled cheese sandwiches. The alcoholic drinks are top notch as are the agua frescas. The whole place is an absolute vibe.

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The Office Bar

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I'm very happy I stopped by here as they run so many specials there's bound to be something you'll…read morelike. I'm still scratching my head that they were able to pour me a couple 20 oz of Goose Island Kolsch for $4/each. Great beer and cold. I've been here before when there was some karaoke but it seems to start a bit on the late side for us (9?) This place is small but accommodates quite a few people on a long wood bar, tables and booths along with a pool table. TVs are lining the walls and I'm watching a game on the big one. Nice clean place not grungy. they have food vendors out front some nights check my pics for some of the booze and food specials. Worth it and my bartender was great.

This bar is a great place to be, they had supper cold beer many different kind…read more They also have karaoke which I like to sing here and there, are the bartenders are very nice and friendly , Mike is really great they even have a lot of tv to watch all sports and fights

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Julie A.

17 days ago

-"1 Star Review -- Absolutely Ridiculous and Unprofessional! What an absolute joke of an establishment! My friend was kicked out for supposedly leaving a designated area that was NEVER clearly communicated, posted, or explained to anyone. Since when are customers expected to read minds and follow imaginary boundaries? The fact that your staff would rather kick out a paying customer than take two seconds to explain a rule speaks volumes about the way this place is managed. No warning, no reasonable explanation, just a completely unnecessary power trip. If you're going to enforce rules, at least have the common sense to make them known beforehand. It's absolutely ridiculous to punish customers for violating policies they weren't even aware existed. Terrible communication, embarrassing customer service, and an absolute lack of professionalism. Maybe management should spend less time treating customers like they're the problem and more time training employees on basic respect and communication. Save your money and go somewhere that actually values its customers. Definitely won't be returning, and I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone! read more

Matthew R.

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10 years ago

Oh man, this place was hilarious. If you're an overweight OMD fan who just can't progress past your high school days in the 80's, this place is for you. It reminded me of that messed up bar in Star Wars. "You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy." There were ex gangsters in wheelchairs, ladies that were the size of an excommunicated planet, and enough aqua net to pose both a serious threat to the ozone and the fire code. Everyone was walking around with these over-sized margarita goblets with an LED light that both made the drinks look extra tacky and leached trace amounts of BPA into the drinks of people that arguably have no extra grey matter to spare. In any case, if you're going her as a first timer, I'd strongly consider if this is the venue for you. The staff is pretty grumpy, too, and the security guards are all feckless, closet cases. Most likely ex jocks that really miss bullying small ESL kids. Most everyone in here looks like they're still paying off their crushing student loans to poser school. read more

sc s.

159

8 years ago

I had an amazing experience from the minute I stepped on the asphalt of their parking lot and entrance. I was smoking and the bouncer very very politely informed me of where the smoking section was. Which i thought was very cool they had that even though it was clearly outside. Then I was carded and treated like a vip from the start. BTW don't be cheap . Get the vip section. It's worth it. I tried tipping the bonucer and he would not take it. He instead wanted me to inform his manager what a good job he was doing which I gladly did. I not once had to wonder where my waiter was. Ut felt like if he was just there for me and my group. The Selena look alike sang amazing the music was very good and the staff is what made it better . Thank you 80 bar if you read your reviews. read more

Charlotte B.

1 year ago

My friends and I were so excited to check out That '80s Bar. The place was filled with bright neon colors and featured the best music playing. It was a lot of fun just walking in and seeing all the decorations. We found a spot and went to get some drinks. The bartender seemed a bit busy, so it took a while to get our order in. The drinks were tasty, but they felt pretty expensive for what they were. It also became extremely crowded later in the night, which made it difficult to move around and enjoy the space. Overall, it was a fun night because of the music and the feel of the place. But the slow service and the high prices kept it from being a five-star night. It was a good experience, but not great. read more

Christine R.

8 years ago

This is a definitely a thumbs down. Get Bar Rescue in there ASAP. The bar area is gross dirty glasses nats, bugs flying around the bottles. The bartenders dropped most of the alcohol out of the glass then in the glass but they make up that loss by overcharging for the drinks. They charge additional for vip which is just a platform a bit higher than the dancefloor with a flashlight cop standing at one end to make sure you paid the additional fees for the paper wristband. The bathrooms don't just don't. This place is supposed to take you back to the 80s maybe they need to ask somebody about 80s music. OSHA is gonna love this place. If you go take your own glass and use the bathroom elsewhere read more

Ruth W.

4 years ago

That 80's Bar in Montclair is a blast from the past, transporting patrons back to the iconic era of neon lights and big hair. The music selection is top-notch, with energetic performances that keep the party going all night long. While it can get busy, the lively atmosphere is infectious, and the expertly crafted drinks make it worth the wait. Although seating is limited, the friendly and efficient service ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience. Overall, That 80's Bar is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to relive the glory days. read more

Evelyn F.

2 years ago

Screw this place didn't even let me walk inn I was a threat to there establishment lmao because I was over intoxicated, I had one drink bunch of jokes the manager or whoever she is glitter eyes , was weak , worst place ever if I could put negative stars it would be that, LA HAS WAY BETTER SPOTS FOR 80s I'll stay to LA BETTER THAN OUT HERE TALK ABOUT ENTITLEMENT!!!!!!! IVE BEEN TO REAL 80s SPOTS WAY MORE VIP THEN THIS RUN DOWN PLACE read more

Kay F.

11 years ago

Yea I have gone twice not so bad. Love when they have concerts great to see everyone have a good time... But.... I hate older crowds who don't know how to control their bodies.. smelled like farts and vomit first time I went there. Hello Ladies it is called a Ladies room... try to minimize the meals before going out to drink, sometimes rice and beans don't mix well with beer. read more

Karrie G.

10 years ago

First impression, nothing special from the outside...the Security guys Derrick and Charles were the best! They got us a great table and were super funny. Service at the bar was quick and the drinks were so good. The music was all good songs and the dance floor was never empty. I will for sure be returning and bringing my friends. read more

Veronica Z.

8 years ago

Excuse me? Who tells me what to do when I am drinking???? Nobody!?the fuck get outta here u can't stand within taped red lines...get out of here!? $10 patron shots...no I take patron shots everywhen I can but this place is a joke! And I paid a $10 cover fee for this shit!? Only sucias go here!! Just don't do it!! read more

Leah R.

12 years ago

Fun times with fun friends, love the photo booth pictures :) Drinks were kinda carbonated (my husband and I both had long islands) and my cup had a wad of gum on the bottom of the glass. But the bartender was great and made it right with me. read more

Adrian M.

13 years ago

one star for the awesome music but dance floor was really sticky and disgusting, drinks were expensive, lights were way to bright, charged $10 to get in and the crowd was full of to many shit faced loud-mouthed middle aged attention whores, read more

Denise W.

12 years ago

It is exactly what it is named. 80's club all the way. If you are looking to hang out great! The number of older women was a bit shocking. The ratio had to be at least 20 women to each guy. This place is not for the sexy people. read more

Rocio D.

10 years ago

Well your handsome security Charles was very helpful and nice very comforting to his services he made me feel welcomed and I appreciate his professionalism thank you Charles keep up the great work your very sweet and cute. read more

Roy V.

10 years ago

My wife and I love this place! We love the music and love to dance. Kind of small so if you don't show up early enough, you and your friends will have to stand in the middle. Will definitely recommend! read more

Jessalyn M.

318

10 years ago

Love this place! Friendly staff...regardless of the area they have security around making sure everyone is safe. Love love love the music! Overall awesome and fun environment..will definitely be back! read more

Kris G.

9 years ago

3.00$ for a coke! there Normally free for nondrinkers and designated drivers! And to sober up. This place is ghetto. Don't go here! Go to a real bar have a real drink. #abc #alcoholbeveragecontrol read more

Lori B.

11 years ago

Dive bar!! Never go to this place they discriminate!! "Scott the manager" could use lesson in management!! Midnight they start kicking peeps out for their friends. . Lied too by Scott!!! read more

Jerry L.

8 years ago

Pretty cool place to have a good time with friends not my cup of tea but definitely had a good time people went to have fun and get away from the drama so will forsure go again! read more

Eileen S.

10 years ago

Great bar to attend there fast with the service and Derrick the security gard is very nice and welcoming and makes sure were comfortable definitely gonna return!! read more

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3.6

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Chill spot. Pretty much you're average dive. Cheap drinks, pool, darts, jukebox. Only been here a…read morefew times but never disappointed.

They will scan your ID into their AgeVisor 2 machine and it copy and saves your id information into…read morea data base on the device. The bartender scanned my ID into the system without informing me then when i questioned him he got aggressive called me a slur then kicked me out. Their doorman is cool though he looks like John Wick

Hi-Brow

3.6

(108 reviews)