5943 South Broadway Street
Wichita, KS 67216
Sedgwick County
Phone: (316) 522-7393
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by David C. on Clearly, at a music venue what matters is the sound and the space, right? Perhaps. And since the Brooklyn version of The Knitting Factory has a nice big room with undeniably excellent acoustics (and a pro caliber operation at the mixing desk) it's a slam dunk, right? Perhaps...not. There are a number of things that make the place a real drag: First, no glass--which means plastic cups for beers and drinks alike, and that means your pricey brews and cocktails are gonna taste pretty lousy. Second, no credit cards at the ticket counter or the bar, and no ATM on the premises. (In 2010, this seems like a slap in the face more than anything else.) Finally, the security--even on a quiet night with a relaxed crowd--is unpleasant and abrasive, as if they've confused their position with that of someone working at a big, rowdy Manhattan rock club on the busiest night of the year. If I absolutely had to go back, I'd probably get my drunk on elsewhere and show up on the late side, to maximize the time listening to the music, and minimize the time I had to deal with any other part of the experience.
by Christina V. on I agree with Brian W. that this place isn't the best place for younger crowds but its not at all because of the latin music. It's because most of the people there are older. I actually like the latin music and went there because I was in the mood to dance salsa, merengue, and all that good stufff. My only complaint about the place is that they didnt play enough latin music! There was this awesome band in the back that played great music for about ten minutes and then they would stop and there would be a show in the front stage area. I wouldnt have minded so much if they didnt just abruptly change the music and everyone on the dance floor was just like 'what the heck?!'. It's a cool place especially if you want a change. I'd go back.
