I have been to this place several times and all I can say about the good reviews I have seen here is that if you like this place,you have NEVER been to a good karaoke show. The only reason I have been there more than once is that I am afoot and there are few shows to be found within walking/bus distance...that and trying to give people credit for occasionally having a bad day.
That having been said,every time,and I mean EVERY time I have been here,I have left early and angry. The bartenders are inattentive (even if you're the only customer in the place) and the KJ is sullen and rude to anyone who has the audacity to ask him to
do his job. I have read other reviews here and suspect that may be because I never paid him extra for mere civility. He is,without a doubt,the rudest,most unhelpful KJ I have ever seen...and I have been to shows all over the southeastern US for the last 12 years or so.
As for the owner,I have met him exactly once and he was very friendly,not to mention a great singer. But the moment I politely voiced a complaint about the KJ he completely lost interest in speaking to me and I haven't seen him since.Honestly,I cannot fathom how this man stays in business.
As for the two drink minimum,that is insane. People who are there to sing,visit and generally cut loose are GOING TO DRINK! All setting a minimum does is irritate new customers who get enough of rules and regulations throughout the workweek. And punishing a designated driver by ridiculously overcharging for non-alchoholic drinks should be enough to put people off all by itself.
If you are looking for a fun,friendly place to "cut up" and sing a few songs,my advice is to keep looking.This is the worst show I have ever been to and I have been to many.
Pros: Huge song selection.
Cons: VERY rude KJ, inattentive staff, drink minimums, long wait time (crowded or not)
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