Wasn't sure where to post this as we were going to the Drake Underground for a show but ultimately, the Underground was not what made this a bad experience.
Went to the Drake for a comedy show at the Underground. First, the show was billed as starting at 8pm. When we got there we were told the doors open at 8 and the show probably started around 8:45. Not a big deal.
We (a party of 4) got there at 7:40 and were told we'd have to wait. One of the four 'hostesses' said we'd have to wait at the bar (standing only) even though the restaurant was at about 25% capacity and there were plenty of tables we could have sat at during our 20 minute wait.
At the bar we were told we could go upstairs and sit down (Sky Yard?). Once up there we were told we'd have to go downstairs to order our drinks (back to the bar). They finally decided to seat us once we went back. I was already standing at the bar and the two bartenders weren't doing anything so I tried to order my drink (just a beer) and was told to go to my table and order from my waitress. 5 minutes later the waitress finally came around (keep in mind the place was not busy). It took over 10 minutes for my beer to arrive after that I did have 3 beers come to me at one point but the waitress had obviously gone to the wrong table and brought me someone else's order). At this point the doors for the show had already opened (we were told we could bring our drinks down) by the time we finally were able to get our bill and pay we got to the show late and manage to get the last seats in the place, a few more minutes later and those seats would have been gone - even though we arrived 20 minutes early.
Was not impressed by the unorganized staff and awkward way we were handled. Should have just been told to come back at 8 instead of being moved around like that.
Other than that the restaurant/bar has a great atmosphere, drinks were cheap-ish. The staff was friendly even though we were just being moved around like a flock of sheep.
Would I go to the restaurant/bar after this - perhaps during the summer to check out the terrace on the second floor. It was the first time going there so I now know that if I'm going for a show, go somewhere else first for a drink and show up right on the dot.