Comment Archives: Locations: Goods & Services: 4 Stars
Re: “Blue Bar”
I like this place, its got a laid back vibe ... not pretentious. I've seen some really talented artists come through during the week. Weekends are more for the dancing type, I would prefer to see a band.
Re: “B.B. King's Blues Club”
Always ejoy myself at BB Kings.
Re: “Flying Saucer Draught Emporium”
The saucer offers a very knowledgeable staff. They can tell you what beer you will probably like, even if you aren't much of a beer drinker. It is very relaxed and has lots of comfortable seating. The beer garden is a great place to hang out, especially when the garage doors are open.
Re: “Zanies”
Zanies is a solid comedy club that books some really good acts. I'm into alt. comics and they book enough of them to keep me satisfied. A night of live comedy with a skilled comedian is the most underrated ticket in town. Anytime I take someone new to comedy to see a good performer, they always thoroughly enjoy themselves. I live near by and go about about once a month.
To racist black guy above, they add 15% gratuity to everyones bill, regardless of race, color or species. They do not advertise this, however if you would simply look at your receipt, you'd see it. Keep this in mind. The wait staff is generally good, and you are there for a comedy show so you should tip some on top of that if they give you good service.
Re: “Red Door Saloon”
First and foremost the bar at 1010 Forrest is on the East Side, just over a mile from downtown Nashville, so it is pretty confusing as to why The Scene decided to give it a Franklin address. I realize that this will inevitably cause further confusion to Scene readers who read this review after they finally get around to fixing the error, as this introductory sentence will no longer be relevant.
Aaaaaaaanyways, there are multiple Red Door Saloons and no two are exactly alike. While the general theme is essentially the same in that they are thoroughly adorned with skulls and skeletons and take every opportunity possible to remind you that this is an alternative bar (at very least in theme), the two Nashville establishments vary largely in their respective clientele.
If you happen to be of the alternative persuasion you may not be all too fond of rubbing elbows with the largely clean-cut Division Street crowd who regard the setting as a mere theme, similar to a Mexican restaurant, per se, and to whom the bar is nothing more than another watering hole to line up Jager-bombs. (Just my experience)
On the other hand, if you think of yourself as more of the straight edge sort, you will more than likely feel as a "fish out of water" at the very least at the East Side location, which tends to take the alternative theme to almost comical levels. Here, you are likely to witness tatted-up bikers casually intermingling with wispy hipsters over pints and perhaps even the fabled overt cross-dresser, who hasn't mastered the art of applying foundation to mask facial stubble, yet sports a manicure and handbag that would render nearly any other woman green with envy. Thus is the spectacle that is Red Door East, which factors it's ambiance with its own built-in entertainment value along with notoriously stiff drinks as it's own tried and true recipe for developing a dedicated base of clientele that are always coming back for more. At least until they get cut off.
Re: “Cafe Coco”
I've had the pasta and burgers here, and they're both really good. The atmosphere is pretty nice and laid back - definitely more towards a younger college-aged crowd. You can sometimes feel a little unwelcome from some of the patrons if you don't fit into the normal customer group, but I've never felt that from the service. It's a good place if you're really hungry at night because it is open 24 hours, but the area is a little scary if you have to park too far from the restaurant.
Re: “Outer Limits Comics”
Nice selection, good price, but always closes before I can get there.
Re: “Loud House Coffee”
Handcut Fries , Cheese Burgers all home made.....No frozen stuff.
Its a little place. They even sell a killer PBJ.
Frapps and Smoothies. Coffee, cold drinks, lemonade etc.
Live Music Just about every night. Local Musicians to National unsigned and signed acts.
BlueGrass Jam Free Every Thurs.
All Ages Venue.....Serves No Alcohol.
Coolest part is the upclose and personal stage area.
It can get a loud
Rating Detail:
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Value: 5
Overall: 4
Re: “Loud House Coffee”
nice grassroots approach and atmosphere. . . art, music, coffee, fun!
Rating Detail:
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Value: 4
Overall: 4
Re: “Springwater”
I have been in the company of many coots ,drunkards ,old farts. Young hip musical genius from time to time,from local bands to international bands. Bands that were famous (may I add with everyones refusal to let me in on the little secret).
I have enjoyed it all.Springwater is just out and out plain old fun or boring no in betweens.The one place on earth you can go no matter who you are and be annoyed or be buzzing and/or drunk and leave with tons of friends.A new place for old faces and Hoffa is buried out back.
Rating Detail:
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 5
Value: 1
Overall: 4
Re: “417 Union”
The food is really good but I don't like the prices. I usually end up spending 10 or 11 dollars for meat and two and drink.
Rating Detail:
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Value: 3
Overall: 4
Re: “Family Wash”
Very friendly service and great music all the time. Wonderful, intimate-yet-funky atmosphere. Eclectic crowd - definitely a favorite!
Rating Detail:
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Value: 4
Overall: 4
Re: “Sol [Closed]”
The food and service were great. This isn't the usual formula Mexican food found in national or local chains. The menu is well thought out and it all works with an upscale twist. Don't miss the Pollo Relleno.