I saw a comedian do standup here to a sold out crowd in October 2024. Kind of a weird venue but I…read morehope they find their groove because I can see it having potential. The setup is similar to 20 Monroe in Grand Rapids but on a much smaller scale. I am not sure when they opened in relation to when my event was but a lot of the workers just seemed kinda confused and not sure how to answer questions. Me and my friend had seats on the balcony/loft and we noticed people coming upstairs to look for the seats and realizing their seats didn't exist. The workers then started setting up more seats. Super weird. If you're not in the front row on the balcony then you probs won't be seeing much! I would recommend floor seats. The other thing I would like to note is the location of the bathroom upstairs. Nice that they are close by but annoying seeing the light all night as people continuously open and close the door. Big positive was how easy it was to exit at the end of the night. Very quick!

This venue has many different concert events, Grewal Hall has a full bar and pretty good service. I…read moredidn't see a food menu however, we were there for the show, Pink Floyd: cover band. They were good, can't compare to the real deal!

We attended a concert at the GreenDoor, they open at 7:00pm - 2:30 pm., and had a great time…read more Not sure about food service,no waitress, however, I don't mind getting in line for drinks. I had not been here in many years and some changes have been made, new plate glass windows has been installed with an overhead door that looks as if it opens to the sidewalk. You need to check it out for yourself.

They don't ever have karaoke, as advertised. I don't think that this place is like it used to beread more

Amazing food options! Plenty of seating and accommodations. Overall a great place to be!read more

We have visited Lansing Shuffle several times. Each time we have enjoyed the atmosphere, options,…read moreand prices. On this particular instance we attended a "roadtrip" event. For a cover charge you got to sample nice sized portions from each location. The MC was hilarious, the DJ fantastic, it was open to everyone. It was an all around good time! The parking can be a major annoyance but once you find a space it's worth it! I do wish that there were table wipes readily available since the tables turn over so quickly but don't always get wiped down between patrons.

Being new to the area, I wanted (and still want) to like the exchange, queer spaces are so…read moreimportant for the community. They describe themself as gay/queer bar in their own description, however, I (a man) was kissing another man and was told by the bouncer (who was wearing a pride bracelet) that we had to stop because it was making people uncomfortable. With the dance bar vibes and being a 'gay bar', it's wildly confusing that someone in leadership must be homophobic and could direct the bouncer to tell two gay men to stop kissing. For what it's worth, I've enjoyed the drinks that I've had here. But the bar clearly doesn't know what it wants to be...and based upon my experience, it certainly isn't a safe space for the queer community.

Challenge accepted!…read more You want me to try all the different Martini's---sure why not? Great for the Lusho's at heart. Was in town for work and decided to go here with some co-workers since it wasn't too far from the office and because it was Tini Tuesdays--$5 martinis--yes please--hooray for discounted drinks! Ok----so the sketchy meter was kinda high---considering it's next to a strip club---but meh---such is life. Didn't have any of the food, none of it looked that interesting---regular bar stuff. I wouldn't go here for food or ambiance...but discounted drinks...I'll take that!

Bartenders where extremely efficient. Drinks made to regulation almost to the ounce. Atmosphere was…read moreexceptional. Cleanliness was very good. Very few bars I can audit as a secret customer pass at this level of service. I would highly recommend this establishment. 0 code violations is a rarity. Passed with flying colors. Seems tin can has stepped its game up. I applaud them all the way.

One bartender walked right past an empty glass multiple times. One bartender asked me three times…read moreif I wanted another and forgot. It's a bar I guess

The following is a text from my best friend and former roommate, Shoe. We've known each other since…read morewe were six, so she's allowed to hit me with my most embarrassing moments of all time without needing forgiveness. Shoe: "I saw a TikTok yesterday where someone talked about getting so drunk that they peed in their closet at 3 AM, and it reminded me of that time you got drunk, woke up in the middle of the night, and relieved yourself on that pile of clothes on your floor at Stormy Garcia (the name we gave our apartment based on its previous occupant). Oh, good times. Anywho, happy holidays!" Oddly, this story has been coming up a lot lately. Before you hear it from someone else, I'd like to go on record. This is my 8 Mile B. Rabbit vs. Papa Doc final rap battle story. The prelude is a little foggy, as this happened nearly twenty years ago and there was alcohol involved. I came home trashed from whatever Wicker Park hipster dive bar I chose to be over-served at that particular night and immediately passed out in my twin bed. I remember having a very vivid dream about needing to pee, but being far too tired to walk the five steps across the narrow hallway to the bathroom right outside my room. I had the brilliant idea to just go on the floor, squatting off the side of my bed. This is genius. I should do this more often. Great idea. I'll just give it a quick Swiffer in the morning. Everyone's gonna be doing this. Zzzzz. When I woke up, I was dry, fully clothed, but something was suspiciously off. I never have dreams that are as clear as that. It's normally an H.R. Pufnstuf bowling-alley strike-screen jumble--. I had, in fact, gone off the side of my bed but into a laundry basket full of my clothes. Not just any clothes. Clothes that had been recently laundered, folded, and had just been minding their own business, waiting to be put away. I remembered this godawful moment for the next nineteen years with a shiver of mild embarrassment. One day, absolutely out of the blue, I reconnect with an old friend. The kind with benefits, backdoor privileges, and a copy of my apartment key at the time. He recounts the exact same story with vivid details, not because I had shared this with him previously, but because he was a primary source. He was in the bed with me, trying (feebly) to dissuade me, and then forced to watch while this all transpired. How the hell did I block that part out? "But I know something about you. You went to Cranbrook. That's a private school." I still don't know what this information was meant to accomplish. As if private education was going to un-do the laundry basket. The Avenue in downtown Lansing reminds me of this moment and of being twenty-three years old again. It's messy, it's weird, it's a bit skanky, it's mixing every spirit behind the bar with reckless abandon, and it couldn't possibly be more fun. I've only been there twice, but it always seems to be "Ratchet Night," which I respect deeply. There was an amateur drag show the last time I was there, so I found myself hobnobbing with the who's-who of the Lansing-area LGBTQIA+ scene. This included a girl in a gimp mask and a bartender dressed as a literal clown. Face paint. Lavender pigtails. A polka-dotted hat with a pom-pom on top. Whatever. It doesn't really matter, because this clown made me one of the best drinks I've had in a very long time. It was a pistachio espresso martini, and it was a work of art. Real pistachios. Whipped cream. It took at least five minutes to assemble. I wanted to order ten more, but on a busy Saturday night, I could not bring myself to be that person with a high-maintenance drink order. After I mixed many exotic drinks together, I took to the dance floor and absolutely destroyed it to I'm Lookin' for the Hoes by Sexyy Red, followed by that seminal work on big jugs, Tia Tamera by Doja Cat. The rest is kind of a blur, but I do remember getting a shoutout from the emcee before I left. They said, "Judith hit so sticky." I said, "Thank you very much." Bent the whole world over and said, "Spank you very much." Nah, I'm just playin'. I went home and got sick in a sink that night. At least I didn't ruin a hamper, though.

Tasty food with a variety of heat on the noodles or rice dishes depending on a person's tolerance…read morefor spicy. The bartender was working double duty waiting tables though kept up with our needs at the table. Prices are on par with other places that are bar meets food options. Be aware music can be on the loud side however for a place with a great variety of pinball machines, pool tables, and a few other game machine this is a given. This is a bar with food not a traditional sit down so it aligns. Fun time as a fan of pinball and ramen.

Great atmosphere, clean venue, and good drinks. However, my friend was forced to leave without any…read moreexplanation. Because no reason was given and there was no misconduct, I strongly suspect racial discrimination. I am deeply disappointed by how management handled this situation.

Music is amazing and the dances are super fun, dj is cute would come again. the bar tender Nikki is…read morealso pretty cute would drink again.

If you are into rock music super loud then its for you. I liked the theme of this place they have…read morechalked walls. The staff was very friendly and courtious. I was surprised the floor was not stickey. All the patrons were really enjoying here. That was really good. The house special drinks were meh! Music factory special was super sweet and could not taste any alcohol.

This venue is a perfect dive bar turned music venue. I was there to see King's X, and feel it most…read moreimportant to point out that the sound quality was excellent-definitely bring ear plugs!! Parking is kind of limited, so you'll want to arrive early or if not that, plan for a short hike ;^) There was Oberon on tap, and it was served with a generous TWO orange slices in a plastic cup for $5. They also had Two Hearted and all the macros your heart could desire. I was interested in the ice cold Jägermeister machine behind the bar, but as this trip's DD, I have no opinions on that for you this time. Best of all, the lady's room wasn't disgusting at all!!! Yes, I did expect it to be. The staff was really warm too- even the door security dude. A great venue for the heavier bands that want to play locally!!!