DO NOT JUDGE A BOOK BY IT'S COVER!
So a friend invited me to karaoke here. I had never heard of it before, but when she gave me the address my first thought was "Screw that! I'm not going to a bar in that area!"
But I forced myself to go anyway. It had been a long week and I needed a drink. So I find this place and again thought "Screw this, I'm outta here!"
Its right behind the (SL)EZ-In Motel and in a very industrial kinda scary part of town that I drive through every day to and from work.
I had actually seen the bar hundreds of times before and was never compelled to stop in.
That said, I am SO glad I forced myself to go. The area of town it's in isn't the best and looks rather shady.
This is proof as to just how looks really are deceiving! The area was quiet and safe. The inside of the bar was spotless. It was clean, warm and inviting. I met Renee and one of her staff (or business partner maybe, not sure) Desiree (please tell me I got her name right!) They both are so friendly and welcoming. They shook my hand, remembered my name, made small talk with me. It was great! I definitely felt like I belonged. The people singing karaoke were really good too. I was expecting something reminiscent of Cameron Diaz in My Best Friend's Wedding but I was wrong. Listening to them, you almost forgot you were listening to an amateur performing at a karaoke night. They were a pleasure to listen to! And the man performing MC Hammer's Can't Touch This was hilarious!!! The DJ was great too. apparently it was his first time and I never would have known. He seemed very comfortable and had a great personality. I would have stayed longer, but I was hungry and needed to eat before I wasn't able to drive myself home. Definitely planning a trip back!