by Michael R. on So - I've never bothered to write a review on any club on rateclubs but I thought my view would be helpful. I'm 30, I live in the city, I've been going to clubs fairly regularly for the past 8 years. I've been to Greenhouse more times than I can count. My comments are more geared to if you're considering buying a table or making a big night of it but in general I think most of what I say applies. I'll give some tips at the end. The complaints I've read below are frankly the type of difficulties one can run into at any decently trendy/popular club in NYC - assuming you don't know anyone working the door and are not buying a table. I'm talking about lines, the occasional power-tripping bouncer, promoters who rudely scatter you away, etc. Its NYC, its a Friday or Saturday night, its a scene - set your expectations accordingly. What I will say about Greenhouse, and one of the reasons I continue to go back is first of all, its fun (true of lots of places) and second, the staff, by and large, are very honest and courteous (not always true of a lot of places). When you're buying a table or its a special occasion like a birthday or bachelor party (both of which I've thrown there) that goes a long way. You're spending 10x the retail price of a bottle of liquor, the least any club can do is treat you right. Here's my example of honesty: A table is typically 2 bottles for 4-6 people, each costs $400-$500. Thats a decent amount of scratch. What my servers have done at Greenhouse, when it is very late into the night and I frankly have no idea whats really going on - was actually take the time, amid all the chaos, to point out the bill automatically includes a 20% gratuity (i.e. $200), and to not tip on top of the amount. I'm not going to claim every bottle service girl is like that or that it never happens elsewhere but its happened a lot to me at Greenhouse and I appreciate it. I've been to enough clubs (and they all add 20%) to know the bottle service girls don't generally go out of their way to point it out and I'm sure a lot of people in their stupor tip on top of a tip-included amount. And probably never realize it. My example of courteousness: Throwing a party at a club can be nerve-wracking. Its expensive, most likely not everyone is gonna show up at the same time, you're worried about people being held up at the door, and there's probably a couple in your group for whom going to a club isn't their ideal way to spend an evening in the first place. I've thrown several parties at Greenhouse and provided you introduce yourself and take a minute to explain that you have people coming who are going to mention your name - they will get everyone in without any hassle at all. It should never be an issue but I've found Greenhouse to be more consistent about this then most other clubs. Greenhouse isn't the super A-list hottest spot like it once was but frankly, its a ton a fun and its still going strong after some 3 years - there's a reason for that. Some tips: 1. If you're worried about getting in, go early. Greenhouse is fun when its packed - its also pretty nice when its not and you're with your friends and can actually have a conversation You'll watch the club fill up, by 1:00am it will be in full swing. 2. Some reviewers seem put off or surprised by the music. Yes, upstairs plays differerent music than downstairs. Upstairs plays more progressive House (thats not the same as Techno or Trance, FYI, which is what some other reviewers have claimed). They aren't playing the same music as Pacha...its not dance battle, glow stick music. Its stuff like Deadmau5 and Swedish House Mafia. Its more accessible than real hard techno. The DJ also typically folds in some Top 40 songs, like the latest Ke$ha track or whatever, but the mix will be something like 60/40 House earlier in the night and all House by the end. Downstairs plays mostly hip-hop. Usually a good mix of whats on the radio, mash-ups, and some stuff you haven't heard in a while. If thats what you like, thats where you should go or where you should ask to be seated. A word about the other differences between upstairs and downstairs. Upstairs has high ceilings, the LED crystals people seem to like and generally a more airy feel. Downstairs is...well its definitely cool and all - its got leaves on the wall, neat lighting, but it is what it is - its in the basement and has a low ceiling. In my experience it can get a little hot and claustrophobic. Not a huge deal, you can always just go upstairs for some air. 3. Ok, last thing I'll say cause I can't believe I just wrote all this about a club but if you had a good time and are in any way coherent, thank one of the guys or girls at the front door on the way out and ask for their card (they have them). Its handy if you ever go back.
by Dena S. on So I have been here a few times - and always wound up having fun. I prefer the weekday crowd (Wed, Thu) over the weekend crowd - but the music is always top notch and even though its small it doesnt get too over the top crowded. I would recommend the guest list or table service to avoid door hassles unless you are a small group of just girls. Be sure to dress fabulous and get ready to have fun........
by Lakeisha Ptacek on Went for a friends birthday bash. Cool DJ but the place was stripped down for the mass of people there. Utterly crammed together, hundreds of people pushing and shoving, drinks spilled on you everywhere - GROSS. The line for the bathroom was super long. Suffocating. Super cold outside, and long line make you wait to will call the tickets. Super strict security, cant even bring glow stick bracelet. And for almost $35+ tickets. I heard there was circus acts and trapeze but they took those away this night too. The music was good but not as good as what i expected. But still a pretty good time, came out for my friend so as long as she had a good time, thats the important thing. Left early, needless to say.
