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| - Oh, the gift of subjectivity. The one thing that we all have that is pretty much wrong depending who else you ask; and as such, The Maddy can be so many different things to so many people. For example, if alcohol is an integral part of your social life, such as that of a poor student or an outright alcoholic, then you will really appreciate this venue's overall cheap booze prices.
If you love patios, piano bars and gargantuan maze-like-bars where you can traverse in your quest to search for a Minotaur or to find your friends, then you will love this place too. But say, if you are looking for a classy place, then somehow you will regret walking into this overcrowded bar full of early 20-somethings.
The general demographic tends to hover around the just legal enough to drink (as in, the day after) to about 26. If you are older than this and you are here with just a friend or two, then you might feel yourself a bit out of place once the alcohol gets infused with student silliness.
If you come in large groups then it really does not matter because The Maddy is a great place for groups, specially if you book the more private areas like the lounge on the second floor which is like it's own little party room. Or the pool area with its own little fireplace and tall chairs.
The patios are nice although in reality they get extremely packed and it is hard to book them although they do from time to time. And yes, the place is large but it is not as confusing as people think once you come out a few times. Then the layout makes perfect sense and you will never get lost, but as I said, finding your friends might be a problem if THEY get lost.
Which I must say, I have used this location for many of my events over the years mostly sticking to the second floor and although most have gone without a hitch from the staff, I would say the biggest problem is having my members find the group.
A few times (2-3) we have been relocated last minute --and this after I specifically asked for this not to be done-- without being advised until we are there... And when you got 20+ people who thought you were going to be in one area and you end up in another room entirely... yeah... not cool.
I have gotten some negative feedback because of this exact reason and hence I do not use them much for this reason. Perhaps in the sub 10 - 15 range number then it would not be too bad.
All in all and if you are not hosting social events, this is a decent, laid back place for semi-larger groups. Food is pub fare so don't expect much.
Just remember the name of the game here is really to come out wearing some old jeans, joke around, maybe get some sun and ponder on the cheap booze prices. Oh, and the piano bar, it can be fun when everyone starts singing although expect it to get packed.
Give it a chance when you are feeling like bumming it.
Fun Facts: If you want to walk in, you MUST come before 9:30pm, otherwise you might find a line-up and they ID **EVERYONE** so bring ID.
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