| ambiance |
95.95000267028809% positive |
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Beautiful decor, with a smoking patio. ”
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The ambiance of this place is great. ”
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overall i'm glad i found this bar in my neighborhood, great djs on the weekend and a mellow kick-back atmosphere during the week. ”
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Amazing decor, plenty of room to invite everyone you know to get a taste of this new Hollywood hot-spot's bustling nightlife. ”
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The atmosphere is stunning and inviting. ”
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The Blu Monkey is my destination for a comfortable evening, a warm and inviting atmosphere that is reminiscent of old Hollywood. ”
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The ambiance was great even out on the smoking patio. ”
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beautiful decor inside and a great outdoor area in the back. ”
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Excellent bartenders, great music, really good cosmos a little too many LOL, and just a really fun night. ”
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Great atmosphere, great drinks, great music. ”
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friendly attitude and great atmosphere ”
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The decor, the music and the vibe were all incredible and my guests were very happy and impressed. ”
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highly recommend the blu monkey lounge for your next party or just for a fun night out. ”
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Just far enough from the Sunset Strip to make the pricing reasonable and affordable and parking plentiful, yet still frequented by a cool, cutting edge crowd. ”
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was having so much fun, I lost my favorite hair clip. ”
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The DJ spun great music, the atmosphere was beautiful, the smoking patio a huge plus, and the bartenders friendly- as opposed to most "bar star" bartenders here in Hollywood, that won't so much as look at you when ordering a drink. ”
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The decor was pretty cool and gotta love the 8o's music playing. ”
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The atmosphere was wonderful. ”
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Great atmosphere, good place to meet up with a group of friends for cocktails. ”
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comfortable bar that makes you feel at home. ”
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It's a really nice place with a great vibe,romantic scene,relaxing,i'm running out of words to describe this place so you just have to go there and see it for yourself! ”
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The decor is beautiful, the staff was friendly and quick, and the dj was excellent. ”
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There are so many lounges that tout the one thing Blu Monkey actually has, a combination of hip and class with a comfortable vibe. ”
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Friendly staff,friendly bartenders,its a romantic place,no coverage at all! ”
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If you're out for a pleasant and fun evening with good energy avoid the Blu Monkey! ”
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The atmosphere was so great! ”
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Long spacious bar, comfortable sofa areas and VIP areas for private groups still able to feel like a part of the action. ”
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The decor is awesome, the DJ's spin tight music like funk, break beats, and fusion! ”
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drinks were a bit pricey, but for the atmosphere and the no attitude it was worth it. ”
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The service is great, I love the ambiance, and people were dancing all night. ”
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The lounge is gorgeous, the bartenders were friendly and fun, and the prices decent. ”
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The couch like seating is quite comfortable and there is a nice patio outside for enjoying warm LA nights. ”
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The live DJ was a plus and the atmosphere was good, but the soft liquor and attitude from the bartenders will keep me away from this place. ”
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plus i'm a smoker, so it was a huge plus having been able to enjoy a smoke and my cocktail while sitting in a comfortable outdoor atmosphere. ”
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Blu Monkey has it all, great atmosphere and music. ”
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Who doesn't like a bar with fun appetizers, even better drinks and an awesome location! ”
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After 9, there are 15-20 people in the place, a DJ starts playing music loud enough to burst your eardrums, ending any hopes of using the comfortable conversation areas to ACTUALLY have a conversation. ”
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| drinks |
82.81000137329102% positive |
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From the design and layout of the place there is a feeling of escaping noise of the Hollywood overdone scene and finding a spot to converse with a drink and maybe dance in the aisles to some great DJ's on selected nights. ”
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The drinks where good and best of all there was no cover and they don't even charge for reservations. ”
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absurdly expensive for the poor service and weak drinks! ”
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Great place, Great Staff, Great bar! ”
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Long spacious bar, comfortable sofa areas and VIP areas for private groups still able to feel like a part of the action. ”
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Great atmosphere, good place to meet up with a group of friends for cocktails. ”
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The staff was really nice, the Dj was great, the drinks were perfect. ”
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The bartender was quick to make us a drink and before we knew it the place was packed with a dj palying some really great stuff. ”
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comfortable bar that makes you feel at home. ”
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The bartender took her time to make sure I liked my drinks. ”
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overall i'm glad i found this bar in my neighborhood, great djs on the weekend and a mellow kick-back atmosphere during the week. ”
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The bouncers are great, the drinks strong, and valet is reasonably priced. ”
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Also, drinks were expensive, and service was lousy. ”
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There was a mixed crowd, good music and the drinks were at a reasonable price. ”
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the owner was very friendly, offering a few of us some drinks on him. ”
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admit that Upon finding out that I was heading to Western and Hollywood I didn't expect much but instead what I found was a beautiful bar (sort of a Moroccan vibe), with plenty of seating and great music. ”
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It's good for drinking at the bar or for vibing with the dj's who vary wildly in style on their great sound system. ”
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Great atmosphere, great drinks, great music. ”
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The drinks were great ”
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was relaxing with an overpriced watered down drink when the "band" came on. ”
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Best new bar in Hollywood! ”
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Finally, a hip bar close to home that I can walk to and enjoy drinks with friends. ”
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find the bartenders to be very friendly and accommodating even when the bar has been at its busiest. ”
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Looking for a great place to have drinks in Hollywood without the attitude? ”
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This bar has a lot going for it: great music by a live DJ, an outdoor area for smokers and a funky and kitsch look on the inside. ”
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You'll love the drinks! ”
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The DJ spun great music, the atmosphere was beautiful, the smoking patio a huge plus, and the bartenders friendly- as opposed to most "bar star" bartenders here in Hollywood, that won't so much as look at you when ordering a drink. ”
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drinks were a bit pricey, but for the atmosphere and the no attitude it was worth it. ”
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excellent bar ”
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Were were having a great time for about an hour (the bartender was awesome, as well) until "Comedy Night" began -- we had no idea this cool, hip, eclectic bar was going to have "comedy night ”
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Who doesn't like a bar with fun appetizers, even better drinks and an awesome location! ”
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Wet dirty cushions on the patio and having my drink taken away for going outside to smoke and get my a** soaked. ”
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| food quality |
50.0% positive |
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The food was tasty. ”
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Although I liked the fact that they let our party bring their own food/appetizers, the service from the bartenders was horrible. ”
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| menu variety |
100.0% positive |
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the dj was great as well playing a wide variety of music. ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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The live DJ was a plus and the atmosphere was good, but the soft liquor and attitude from the bartenders will keep me away from this place. ”
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Looking for a great place to have drinks in Hollywood without the attitude? ”
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It's a really nice place with a great vibe,romantic scene,relaxing,i'm running out of words to describe this place so you just have to go there and see it for yourself! ”
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This a great place to come chill with some friends. ”
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This is a great place to stop by after work for happy hour! ”
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Went on a Saturday and it was a great place to meet up with friends and hang out. ”
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Great atmosphere, good place to meet up with a group of friends for cocktails. ”
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When the DJ's spinning it's a great place to go dancing or kick back on the sofa and watch the activity. ”
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great place! ”
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| service |
86.84000015258789% positive |
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the owner was very friendly, offering a few of us some drinks on him. ”
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Were were having a great time for about an hour (the bartender was awesome, as well) until "Comedy Night" began -- we had no idea this cool, hip, eclectic bar was going to have "comedy night ”
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Although I liked the fact that they let our party bring their own food/appetizers, the service from the bartenders was horrible. ”
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absurdly expensive for the poor service and weak drinks! ”
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The staff was very friendly and pleasant, not snobish at all like some other bars Ive recently been too. ”
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By 11 though, the DJ came out, people started dancing and it was awesome music! ”
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Excellent bartenders, great music, really good cosmos a little too many LOL, and just a really fun night. ”
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The owner was very helpful, the deal was very reasonable and the staff was very friendly. ”
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And the service is awesome. ”
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After 9, there are 15-20 people in the place, a DJ starts playing music loud enough to burst your eardrums, ending any hopes of using the comfortable conversation areas to ACTUALLY have a conversation. ”
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The service was very good and the DJ was awesome. ”
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The staff were so nice. ”
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The decor is beautiful, the staff was friendly and quick, and the dj was excellent. ”
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find the bartenders to be very friendly and accommodating even when the bar has been at its busiest. ”
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friendly attitude and great atmosphere ”
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The crowd was friendly and down to earth. ”
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This is a trendy relaxed lounge with great bartenders, the service was rapid. ”
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The DJ spun great music, the atmosphere was beautiful, the smoking patio a huge plus, and the bartenders friendly- as opposed to most "bar star" bartenders here in Hollywood, that won't so much as look at you when ordering a drink. ”
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The bartender took her time to make sure I liked my drinks. ”
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Nice vibe, mixed crowd,awesome dj, great staff, and a cool smoking patio off the back. ”
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The staff was really nice, the Dj was great, the drinks were perfect. ”
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went with a group of friends and not only was the staff friendly, but so were the other patrons in the lounge. ”
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was there on October 2 for a friend's Sat night birthday bash and encountered a woman bartender who was not just rude; she was positively hostile and aggressively sarcastic. ”
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The bartender was quick to make us a drink and before we knew it the place was packed with a dj palying some really great stuff. ”
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The owner is amazing and very accomodating even if you have a large group of people. ”
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The service is great, I love the ambiance, and people were dancing all night. ”
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love the wonderful colors and great vibe, the owner is always there and the bartenders and doormen actually remember you. ”
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The waitress was super friendly. ”
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worst bartenders i've ever encountered ”
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The lounge is gorgeous, the bartenders were friendly and fun, and the prices decent. ”
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Also, drinks were expensive, and service was lousy. ”
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The live DJ was a plus and the atmosphere was good, but the soft liquor and attitude from the bartenders will keep me away from this place. ”
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There are places to sit, nice people, I loved it! ”
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Has got to be, hands down the worst service i have ever had. ”
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The bartenders are amazing and the owners are cool and regularly there. ”
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The DJ is great at knowing what people want to hear. ”
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Friendly staff,friendly bartenders,its a romantic place,no coverage at all! ”
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Comfortable setting, good service and no attitude (from either the staff or the customers). ”
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| value |
69.22999858856201% positive |
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prices are reasonable as well, at least a lot better than the trendy supposed hot spots down west on sunset. ”
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Drinks were good and at a fair price. ”
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Also, drinks were expensive, and service was lousy. ”
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plus i'm a smoker, so it was a huge plus having been able to enjoy a smoke and my cocktail while sitting in a comfortable outdoor atmosphere. ”
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was relaxing with an overpriced watered down drink when the "band" came on. ”
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absurdly expensive for the poor service and weak drinks! ”
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The lounge is gorgeous, the bartenders were friendly and fun, and the prices decent. ”
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Just far enough from the Sunset Strip to make the pricing reasonable and affordable and parking plentiful, yet still frequented by a cool, cutting edge crowd. ”
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drinks were a bit pricey, but for the atmosphere and the no attitude it was worth it. ”
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after reading some of the negative reviews i felt as though i'd like to add my 2 cents worth as well, and say i have never had a bad experience. ”
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there is also an outdoor area, which i found to be a huge plus. ”
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The DJ spun great music, the atmosphere was beautiful, the smoking patio a huge plus, and the bartenders friendly- as opposed to most "bar star" bartenders here in Hollywood, that won't so much as look at you when ordering a drink. ”
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There was a mixed crowd, good music and the drinks were at a reasonable price. ”
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| wait time |
66.66999816894531% positive |
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These girls were so slow and obnoxious to top their poor skills. ”
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The decor is beautiful, the staff was friendly and quick, and the dj was excellent. ”
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The bartender was quick to make us a drink and before we knew it the place was packed with a dj palying some really great stuff. ”
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