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Lola
169 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009, United States
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Al
Review №1

Fun place to see bands. Ecletic Alphabet City decor. They dont have food so be aware. Bartenders are fine for pouring beers, but that seems to the ceiling for their talents - they have signature cocktails but the bartenders dont seem to enjoy making them nor do they do a great job - mustve been Managements idea but they didnt train the bartenders. I found that even asking a bartender about the beers is greeted with an eye roll. Not sure if thats because they arent familiar or dont think questions are warranted? Summary - worth seeing bands here but stick with simple beers and eat before or after.

Sa
Review №2

What a great place. Hadn’t heard of it. Has a big party. Rented out the back room. We all kept going in and out to the room and the main room. Rock/ live bands, gets a little crowded but great vibes. We had our own bar in our private room which was convenient because it was hard to get drinks in the main room.Our room had a disco ball and tables and sitting space on the perimeter. Every group within our group had their corner.We had like 50 people in our private room. It was amazing.Great drinks, decent prices.Right in the heart of east village. A gem.#SameTimeNextWeek

Ma
Review №3

Intimate venue. Bartenders & the bouncer were nice and prices were reasonable. Perhaps the only downside was that it was not very crowded on a Thursday at 11pm.

M
Review №4

My bartender was so great I think her name is Amanda Anyway I went there for show and the show is awesome the drinks were great, Unfortunately I dont get to go out On that side of town that often but if I did this would be a place that I would wanna come back and throw down

Ad
Review №5

Amazing place. I can give 5 stars just for those in USA. ( Berlin scaled )

Ja
Review №6

Awesome venue. Probably the most intimate spot to see live music I can think of, especially if youre lucky enough to be up by the stage.I saw Mike Baggetta, Mike Watt, and Stephen Hodges. Incredible performance, great sound. It was like having them over to play at my house, standing right in front of me. I practically had to duck to miss the neck of Mike Watts bass and got to see all his funny faces while playing up close.I will always jump at a chance to see live music here.

Fr
Review №7

Awful place. I went there to see a band, had hard tickets in hand but the guys at the door wouldn’t let us in “because the show is already underway””. I had a TICKET, so did other people. The guy in front of me was actually the sax player and kept telling them ‘I’m IN the band!”. But they didn’t want to let him back in because he had a friend with him. Seriously???? They finally let us in, just in time for the encore. This is a velvet-rope type of place now. Nothing like the East Village used to feel like.

Do
Review №8

I came for a show, and Oh My Days; this once BAD Burger is a cute and quite spacious event space. I had an informative yet fun bartender. Levi?!? He told me of local shows and cool events happening, and he made a pretty good Manhattan. I’m only leave 4 stars because they don’t serve food.

es
Review №9

Happy that after living in east village almost 30 years some bars still do live music. Friendly staff, good vibes. Like it better than Brownies (Thats what the establishment used to be called).

Da
Review №10

So I went with a friend for a birthday celebration. The best way I can describe it is a nice neighborhood hang out. The DJ was OK, the drinks were great, the bartender was pretty friendly. If I lived in the neighborhood, Id be in here all the time. Would certainly go back again.

Ro
Review №11

Great rock-n-roll bar for shows! It gets less crowded after 11, so perfect to hang in and avoid some of worse bargoers on weekends.Bartenders know how to make a great drink. You can just tell them what liquor and how you strong you like your drink and they will whip up an awesome cocktail.If I have any complaint its for the concert goers that have no bar etiquette. The worst in the crowd are rude, cheap, and ready to make a scene despite the place being mad packed.I find it best to go to concerts when you are seeing an artist you like since its an intimate setting and the sound system is stellar.

La
Review №12

Rock/punk rock bar with tiny stage brought to you by a lifer who knows what hes doing. Great, real deal spot that brings in amazing musical guests if you know whats up. If you know, you know. If you dont, go there and learn.

ka
Review №13

We had a ton of fun here the watching a couple bands during the early evening.

Ch
Review №14

My friends and I believe we were sold drinks with bootleg alcohol in them yesterday. 10/10 do NOT recommend.

Bi
Review №15

Awesome music venue, tiny so get there early if you want to get up close to your favorite band.

To
Review №16

Awesome music and a great team behind the bar. One of my new favorite spots in the East Village!

Ma
Review №17

Very bad experience with the staff. A bunch of other patrons were touching some kind of bulb on the stage, but they singled out my friend who had nothing to do with it. Coincidentally he was the only person of color there. Racist place. Avoid.

Ch
Review №18

Cool bar/music venue in the East Village. It has great atmosphere, sort of a classy listening room vibe, plus the sound system for live performances is excellent. From my experience, the bands are all very good who perform here. Staff are very friendly and on point.

My
Review №19

Clean new place from the folks that run Bowery Electric. This place reminds me of Berlin under A, but much bigger. Right now the AC is super cold (great for the summer) but you may need to bring a light jacket if you sit too long. Theres a bar and a big restroom which is handicap accessible. sound system seems fine to my ears but that will depend on the act of the night (had mostly solo electric guitarists). restroom is clean but well see how long that lasts. Close to the L train, M15, M14.

Ja
Review №20

Really great music venue! Awesome sound, vibe, and location

Ry
Review №21

Amazing spot for live music, dancing, and having a gay old time with friends. Judgement free zone...come as you are...stay awhile...shake that booty...or chill...you do you, no one cares...just dont be a jerk. Local music legends hang here... just be cool baby. This is Coney Island Baby.

He
Review №22

Johnny Black, Johnny Pisano & the Glam Dolls rocked! Dante Palmiteri rocked! Great staff especially bartender Kern! Thanks!

Pa
Review №23

Great upscale & casual blend of vibes. Sweet bar and acts. I actually got to meet the owner, nice fella

St
Review №24

Loved that bar. Good set up for live performances.

Ke
Review №25

Intimate rock club..One of the nicest small rock venues in NY

Al
Review №26

Great spot for hip hop and dancing

Ch
Review №27

Good music nearly every night and nice place

Ra
Review №28

Great venue to watch live music. Bubble machine is a nice touch.

dj
Review №29

Excellent placeNice music amazing vibe excellent service

Ge
Review №30

Perfect acoustics, friendly atmosphere.

Ch
Review №31

Cozy, cool decor, excellent sound for such a small place.

Ja
Review №32

Solid booking and the sound system is pretty good. Expect to pay a high price for drinks though to remind you that youre in Manhattan.

No
Review №33

Good old fashion bar!

Sh
Review №34

Went to see a band play Dramarama had a really great time

De
Review №35

Great small Venue....

Er
Review №36

I am really glad there is a bar like Coney Island Baby. Live music is best, and these people are bringing it to you. Thank you, see you soon.

Aa
Review №37

Great little venue.

Ol
Review №38

Saw Billie Joe with the longshot last night. The venue was very fun, clean atmosphere

J.
Review №39

Nice folks, great new incarnation of a storied venue.

Th
Review №40

The bartenders is the best

Sa
Review №41

Racist bar

Ol
Review №42

Great live music

Mi
Review №43

Stage in the back; clean bathrooms

Ni
Review №44

Awesome music

Br
Review №45

Friendly. No mortgages need to taken out in order to enjoy the music with a pint.

To
Review №46

Owner and his girl were off the charts douche.

RE
Review №47

Wish it was still brownied

LI
Review №48

JESSE!

Je
Review №49

Great venue!!

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  • Address:169 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009, United States
  • Site:http://www.lolanyc-live.com/
  • Phone:+1 212-420-8392
Categories
  • Night club
  • Live music venue
Service options
  • Dine-in:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Dancing:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
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