by Kristina K. on Oh yes, DNA lounge. You have a special place in my heart for being SO AWESOME! Oh yes, many a drunken night dancing up a storm, trying to be a wingman to my friend while he tries to pick up girls who can barely speak anymore because they have had one too many. Oh the memories! Probably the best was when I saw the 80s band Information Society play here. Seriously AWESOME. oh yes. But I like to come out for New Wave City, Pop Rocks, Mash up nights, etc. Drinks are a little pricely, so pre-gaming is suggested. Usually always a cover, unless you get there very early. Really Really fun place to go dancing or see a band. Two floors, multiple rooms, coat check and food! Go here!
by Reynaldo Speaks on For the most part, I like National Mechanics. If you're there at night, it's usually not overcrowded, the bartenders are pleasant, and the beer selection isn't half bad. Sometimes the music is a little too "hits of yesterday" but it's not the kind of place one would go just to "shake it." However! Dining here--whether for brunch or for dinner--can be excruciating. On one hand, the food isn't expensive and it's pretty good (even GREAT sometimes), but the service is just ridiculous. The past few times I've been here for brunch the restaurant has been relatively empty, maybe three or four other tables, but I've still had to wait up to ten minutes just for a menu. Getting a cup of coffee is another ten minutes, and god forbid you order food! Dinner is the same story: slow service, and definitely without a smile. I keep coming back because it's a convenient place to meet friends, and the food doesn't suck, but I wish they'd staff more than one waitress during a shift, or at least one competent waitress.
