My sister and her husband took me to City Lights on my 21st bday for my first drink on a Saturday night.
THE DRINKS: AMAZING. Ok I might not be the best judge, because it was my first drink but I had a glass of Brut and a strawberry lemonade King Pop. Is there anything better on a summer night? I think not.
THE SPACE: Gorgeous. CLT has a breathtaking skyline. The bar is under a small glass cover that leads to the outdoor seating/standing area. It's a bit small but there are plenty of nice seats all with good views.
THE EXPERIENCE: We got there early, around 8 and paid for parking. (The worst part of being located Uptown). We got nice seats and enjoyed our drinks while watching the sunset. As soon as the sun fell, holy granola bears things changed. It went from a place to chat with coworkers to a full out real housewives club. It was PACKED, loud and like what you see on TV. If you like drunk guys hitting on you (a give-in), loud EDM music and being packed like a sardine on top of a building then this is for you. The line to get in bled into the lobby of the hotel downstairs. There is not clear markings advertising the club either, and for good reason, it's beyond crowded. Until the hype dies down, I wouldn't brave the crowd again.