the colony always felt homey to me. i've been here a few times as a performer, i've also been here a couple of times to watch some performances. the crowds that the artists bring here are so wide ranged. just like i've mentioned with other venues in the surrounding areas, the colony highlights local acts on the regular. the colony is also a stop for artists who've been hitting the road. sometimes you don't know they're from out of town until the artists are done & they end up conversing with you out on the patio (which happens often). the bartenders & people who work the front door have always been nice (they also serve tea at the bar... looking out for artists who go the hot toddy route). keep up on their social media to what they have throughout the week. lots & lots of live music. right across the street from braum's (that usually comes in the clutch for me) & caddy corner to more local spots. there's pool in the back to those who like to compete, along with more of a loungey setup with seats away from the stage. read more

The live music was awesome! On a Saturday night the cover was $10. Has a great, intimate dive-bar feel without being grimy or feeling unsafe. Drinks were great. The chalk board walls in the bathroom were also very cool! read more

The colony is a fun dive bar with a fireplace, attentive bartender, and live music. They have a full bar and a limited, but diverse beer selection. read more

Killing it and a great place to have drinks and listen to live music! One of Tulsa's best music venues hands down. So intimate and beautiful- bartenders are patient and attentive! read more

What a great place to hang out and listen to music ... Cool Atmosphere and good people !!! Thursday nights are especially great, listening to Seth Lee Jones. That dude can play guitar!!! OMG read more

Looked for a dive with music, drinks, and culture...The Colony fit the bill perfect. I'll be back. read more

The Colony - Chill open mile - Dive Bars Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

I love the atmosphere here. They have great ciders on tap and excellent service! I really love going here during off times. Then it's easier to get the couch to yourself. But the music played here is generally phenomenal. Highly recommend! read more

Not sure why I have never been here, it is right by my house. This place has dive-y, small town, warm charmy feel written all over it. I guess I always thought it was a sketchy place from the outside but that is not at all the case. I can tell most of the patrons come here often and for good reason. Booze is fairly cheap and they have a good bottled beer selection. Trivia night was rockin while we were there too. Lots of HUGE tvs for games which is always a plus. My favorite part? THE LEGIT FIREPLACE!!! I mean come on how many bars do you know that have a legit wood fireplace you can cozy up next to? read more

Decently priced drinks, great music and friendly crowds make this a great place to go any day of the week. There is usually a live band playing and they even bring out of town bands in. I've heard some amazing local and out of state bands here and come whenever I want live music. I'd recommend it for people to come with one or a bunch of friends looking for a relaxed atmosphere an live tunes. There's a spacious patio and decently sized main area and they even have a pool table in the side room. It recently changed from smoking to non-smoking inside with smoking allowed on the patio = good change. read more

The Colony - Cherry Royale - Dive Bars Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Cool place, great company, and interesting people watching. The music is always good, they have regular bands during the week, and randoms on the weekends. read more

I am torn when it comes to The Colony. The smoke is thick, but they have great local music. And they have 7 for $7. And as a bonus there is a diner for post-partying breakfast conveniently located across the parking lot. Though generally when I leave I want to shower, not eat pancakes. Still, if you don't mind the smoke and are looking for a cool place to down a few beers and hear great bands play live, original music for a low cover or often for free The Colony is worth checking out. read more

So when in Rome.... or rather when in Tulsa do smoke cigarettes inside. That's right... you're gonna smell any way so do it. Okay The Colony is my favorite dive when I am visiting Tulsa over holidays. It's a British themed pub which makes it tops in my book. I dig the smoking thing, but it does make you sick (If you're asthmatic this is not a safe place for you.) There's something really rad about snapping a pic with friends and noticing you are in what actually resembles London fog. Oh yeah... they have this deal where you get like twelve beers on a tray. Shall we sport the Union Jack in Oklahoma? I believe we should. read more

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Ahhh, the colony... You smell of old style, hipsters, and damp smoke. The colony has live music, cheap beer, a fireplace, and a pool table. On top of all that, the bartenders were beyond friendly to my husband and I on our first time in. The jukebox is jammin some sweet tunes while we watch baseball on the flatscreen and listen to tonight's band warm up and do sound checks. The only thing that could make this place better is if that popcorn machine next to the jukebox were in full operation tonight. read more

The Colony is a great place to enjoy live music. My favourite part is the fireplace. This makes for a very inviting place to cozy up, sit by the fire and listen to the nights musician while enjoying an inexpensive beer. :) read more

Some of the best music in Tulsa is happening right here at The Colony. It's a chill pub-style spot for some live music, cheap drinks and friendly bar-goers. One of the best music nights in Tulsa is Paul Benjaman's Sunday Nite Thing, which happens on Sundays from around 10pm until the bar lights come up. Paul has a killer rotation of musical guests each week, and some of them end up being touring musicians from out of town passing through. Definitely a great way to spend an evening. There's a pool table in the back, and free popcorn in the front. When there isn't live music, they have a large projection screen with sports (or Discovery Channel's How It's Made...surprise, surprise) on. There's a trivia night Tuesdays and a Singer/Songwriter Night on Mondays. It's not sparkling clean, but they keep it dark inside so my inner OCD weirdo can sit a little easier. read more

I've been here often when visiting Tulsa. Easily top of my three favorite dive bars. Odd but talented entertainment, decent beer on tap, women that drink enough to have really good taste. Come with friends or alone - you won't leave alone end of the night. read more

The Colony is fun and comfortable. I love that they have a real fire place and popcorn machine. I haven't been there for live music yet, but I will definitely come back for it. We came at about 7 on a Friday and it was really relaxed and they were playing some awesome funk music (fab choice, bartenders!). The fire was roaring which was wonderful on a cold night. Can't wait to come back! read more

If you're looking for a hipster vibe, this is as close to it you'll find in Tulsa. Really, it's one of the best indie dives you'll find anywhere. Albeit smoke filled, the music is gnarly and the beer is cheap. Cheers to 8 beers for $8. read more

I was really disappointed when I arrived at 7:30pm last night to find the place closed. A friend and I were really looking forward to seeing Hosty play there. We really enjoyed it last time. We left and went elsewhere since you were not open. Your hours posted say you open at 6pm on Saturday. read more

Definitely one of the best bars to hear really great music. And no smoking! We love this place.

What can you say that hasn't already been said about this place? Its my favorite bar in town. The staff is great. The regulars are a diverse and fantastic group. They have clean bathrooms. Popcorn is available most times. And it's stumbling distance to several fast food places and Village Inn for late night eats. Plus the music is almost always wonderful. read more

Great live music from talented local artist, comfortable atmosphere (some people bring their dogs in with them), never too loud, always busy, but not too crowded. read more

This definitely one of my favorite pubs in Tulsa. I agree with the other reviewers that it is one smokey joint. That being said, there is now seating outside and with a little help some of that smoke can move outside. This is a good place to catch local bands. The stage is small but has character. Oh and don't forget to ask for the 7 for $7! read more

The fireplace is awesome in the winter and the outdoor seating is tops in the summer. This little dive bar has it all, plus plenty of facial hair to boot. Don't go there, though-- I like it when it's quiet. read more

What a great Idea for a Monday night....live original music. Club was cozy and drinks were good. Problem was I went to hear the musicians and couldn't. I guess I am more used to the old folk music coffee house format where people are quiet and respectful of the musicians. I sat through the first 3 musicians who banged away on their guitars (with a good beat) and sang their harts out. Problem was all 3 could have been the next Dylan or Paul Simon but we will never know because I could not hear a single word of the lyrics. The sound system was fair but the background noise was more powerful. This place is apparently a great place to go to party but not a place to listen to as more than background noise. Oh and the last musician...the 4th....did not play original material though he was one of the best guitarists I have ever heard. And all instrumentals so one did not have to be able to hear the lyrics. read more