My FAVORITE karaoke place in the city!!…read more In my opinion, they have the best prices that I have seen so far for the space and selection that they offer. They allow you to BYOB so that is also really nice. That and they do not get mad at you for bringing food in. As long as you bring stuff in a closed bag. There is also a liquor store right next door if you need to buy anything. They have some newer songs as well as some of the classics. The can easily fit 15ish people max and the price is great.

We came to Do Re Mi Karaoke planning to stay just a couple of hours, but ended up losing track of…read moretime because we were having such a great time. The private rooms are a bit dated, but everything still works well and the karaoke system is easy to use, even for beginners. The staff member was friendly, patient, and helpful throughout our visit. Another big plus is that they allow outside food and drinks, which made the experience even better since we could grab snacks next door at the convenience store. Overall, it's a fun, laid-back place to hang out with friends and sing your heart out. We'll definitely be back!

Dimples might be my new karaoke spot in Japantown! I had so much fun here and the drinks are…read morereasonably priced. It made me feel like I was living in a movie and everyone had their own chance to go on stage and sing. They're fast with making drinks as well! The only downside was that it was heavily filled with cigarette smoke. There should be better ventilation in there, otherwise this place is great!!

The vibes were fun but I think managing some of the bar stuff gets tricky for them when it's…read morepacked. I was overcharged for one cocktail and 2 fountain drinks and because they didn't provide an itemized receipt, I didn't catch it until the next morning. (I assumed my buddy's drinks were on my tab which is why the number didnt alarm me when closing out. He told me later he paid cash). My guess is they mixed my charges with another person closing out at the same time (same bank cards). I only know this for certain because I had been there earlier the same night and with no happy hour discounts or anything, we paid for 4 cocktails and it all cost less than what I paid for a single cocktail and 2 fountain drinks Go for the vibes but def double check your tab when its busy to make sure there are no card mix ups

I decided to go karaoke with a small group of seven people at the last minute on a Saturday. Since…read morethere were no more medium sized rooms, we booked a small room and were able to fit comfortably in there. Surprisingly, it was easy to reserve a spot here! When we arrived, they showed us how to navigate the song selections. They sold drinks for when we got too thirsty from singing. I liked how the place didn't smell too. Prices were very reasonable and everyone had a great time!

I had such a great time here! It's one of the few karaoke spots that actually has a wide selection…read moreof Burmese songs, which made it feel so special. The sound system was clear, and the mic quality was really good - no echo or feedback. The room was clean, cozy, and perfect for a small group. The staff were super friendly and helped us find the Burmese songs easily. It's a great place to hang out with friends, relax, and sing your heart out. I'll definitely be coming back - finally a karaoke place that understands what we love to sing!

Back at festa 10 year edition ..fun 2 songs ..sparkling water ...outing in japantown ..last time…read morewas a clear memory years ago

I went to Festa in Japantown on a Friday night around 8pm. When we first arrived, it wasn't very…read morebusy, but my friend really wanted to do karaoke so we stayed. The bar is pretty small, but that honestly makes it more fun when you're singing in front of people. They do not have mocktails, but for non-alcoholic options they offer tea. Karaoke songs are $2 each and cash only. You write the song number on a piece of paper and hand it to the bar. There are two microphones and a big book full of songs to choose from. As the night went on, more people showed up and the vibe picked up. Overall, it's a fun, low-key spot if you're looking to do karaoke and do not mind a smaller space.

I used to always go to dimples but my homies went to pagoda and they should really change their…read morename to paGOATa. I really liked the chill vibes there and the bartenders were super cool! Here you actually don't have a big stage and you don't have to pay for songs. Where as at dimples you need to pay per song but you get a big stage to show your skills. However, depending on what you're feeling I think there is a place for everyone! You got some chips as a snack and you just order your drink and pick your songs! They had a huge selection of songs. It was fun! Definitely will be back next time and bring all of my friends. Thank you for the great vibes and great service!

so sad i'm making this review but i feel like i should warn people…read more.. this used to be my go-to karaoke spot but i honestly don't think i'll ever come back. not sure if it's under new management but there was definitely rude dare i say racist behavior towards me and my friends the whole night. we were there for an hour and they didn't play any of our songs but played tables that came after us, insisted we keeping buying drinks even though we haven't sang, and gave every table free chips but us... Im really disappointed with this place and not sure what changed but if you're a POC maybe consider a different karaoke spot.

A "communal" karaoke bar with izakaya and good drinks is a fun time! My friend and I came here on a…read moreweekend night and were seated in the waiting area before being seated in the main bar area. I ordered the Mint Mojito, which had a good ratio of alcohol to non-alcohol proportion and was quite minty, and the large Sake Bomb, which is not too complicated of a drink but delicious! After a couple karaoke songs by strangers and my friend and I, we ordered some small dishes including chicken karaage, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and fried squid. All these dishes were delicious, with the takoyaki and fried squid being my favorite. The way the seating is arranged along with the friendly staff make for a very fun environment, where customers are encouraged to interact with each other and make new friends! Besides it being a bit more pricey than I would like, I enjoy coming to Club Mari's every so often.

Club Mari is a cozy bar tucked away in the corner of Japantown. The space is a bit small but…read moreintimate. They have a variety of yummy cocktails and snacks and food that pair wonderfully with it. And if you're in the mood to sing, they also have karaoke too, for 3 bucks a song. However I don't believe they're open anymore. The last few times I came in they were closed and the place looked deserted.

We came here for the Wednesday prime rib deal! Make sure to make a reservation as they can get busy…read moreon wednesdays. The deal comes with a glass of wine, prime rib with cream spinach, mashed potatoes, and cornbread, wedge salad, and dessert. We came to celebrate a birthday and the staff came by with an extra dessert with candles. The meal itself was very filling, the meat was tender and a good portion. One of the highlights was the dessert!

Located right in front of the Japantown center, you will find Fermentation Lab…read more We were greeted, and even without a reservation, I got seated on a busy evening. Inside, you have a two-level restaurant; I saw groups that were getting ready to celebrate birthdays and large groups gathering. You will find a beautiful bar. I would say my drink, the penicillin, was delicious. Now food- I had the Uni Pasta, and for some reason it was more on the sweeter side, which was unexpected to me. Probably would have ordered something else. It was not bad but not memorable. The duck fries were good and the calamari also good. There was an unpleasant smell that wasn't the food, and even the table next to me complained about it. While no one was able to pinpoint the cause of the smell, it lingered and truly made everyone uncomfortable. Overall, probably a great place for drinks and appetizers on my books.

We were having dinner nearby last Friday night and decided to stop by what's been one of our…read morefavorite bars only to learn that Paina's last day of service was Saturday July 11 :/. They had a final closing party this past Saturday, and we knew we had to stop by for few last drinks and bites. It was low key kinda sad as we had to say goodbye to some of our favorites. Over the years (past decade or so now) we've gotten to know the staff and this spot has been a spot where we knew we'd get great service, good convos, and of course tasty wings, totchos, and $1 oysters on Thursdays. Shout out to Matt, Tracy, Jeremy, and their entire team for the amazing hospitality over the years. Paina closing is a reminder that it's important to not take your favorite restaurants/bars for granted because you never know when that final day will eventually come and when it does it comes way too fast. I hope the team reads this as I just want to say THANK YOU for everything and that you will be missed. The memories and moments I've gotten to enjoy here over the years won't be forgotten!

So bummed to hear Pa'ina Lounge & Restaurant is closing due to the sale of their building. I've…read morereally come to appreciate how it's become an easy spot for chill weekend brunch in Japantown (when there isn't a game on). The other plus is that the folks working here are absolutely lovely and sweet. Even on busy night like wing Wednesday, they never fail to bring both efficiency and a smile. Speaking of wings, the house Pa'ina flavor was really tasty. Even un-sauced, they were tasty. You will be missed Pa'ina!