Hmm...still not my favorite, but I think it has improved (It just depends on the night). If I could give it a 3.5, I'd probably go with that. Yes, there are sometimes dance parties where people are too cool to dance but I've always had a great time during Hot Mess and I spent New Years at Brillo (which was perhaps the best New Years ever...they brought in all of the DJs from the biggest dance parties in Pittsburgh). Also, I like the downstairs bar and hadn't really spent much time down there before. The bartenders are great. They pour really really strong (be forewarned) and its cheap. They also have Bulleit which makes me a happy camper and the beer selection is still good.