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    Christine B.

    Farotage Lounge recently opened in North Raleigh and brings a MUCH needed Afro-Caribbean dance and music spot to the Triangle. DJ Freddy spins music mostly from West Africa including my favorites Coupé Decalé and Zouk. The dance floor has POPPIN' the 2 nights I was there (Friday and Sat). The drinks are basic but good, your average spread of wines, beers and mixed drinks. The owner from Cameroon was there and welcomed us all to his new place. it is great to see African friends having a GREAT party in an African owned club. I am not African but still loved the vibe!

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    Great experience, good music, good people . Wasn't expecting good reggae music in that area

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    8 years ago

    Fun times and good music always! Always friendly, good music, wonderful staff, and nice crowd.

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    My goto lounge & club for a drink and of course to dance my heart out to AfroBeats (Saturday) and Reggae (Friday).

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    Zenith

    Zenith

    3.1(11 reviews)
    4.7 mi

    This dance club/bar pulses with a low, guttural thrum of bass-heavy music that drowns out…read moreconversation, forcing patrons to lean in and shout to be heard. Dim, flickering neon lights cast jagged shadows across the crowded room, glinting off sticky glassware and half-finished drinks. This narrow bars air is thick with sweat, spilled beer, and the bite of cheap liquor, churning into a humid haze that clings to skin and clothing. Bodies press together--dancing, swaying, colliding--feeding the bar's restless energy. Bartenders move like frantic cogs behind the bar, shouting orders and slinging bottles with practiced aggression. Every corner hums with disorder and with all that booze they can't even make an old fashioned. But then again I am the kind of person who treats dance clubs like an over-caffeinated blender, would rather be nursing a good drink somewhere my shoes don't stick to the floor and conversation doesn't require a megaphone. Cheers!

    So much fun at Zenith last night. This place used to be Coglin's and I was disappointed when it…read moreclosed. Glad to see a similar establishment opening here. Reminds me of the bars/clubs we frequented in the 90s -- dark with great music and drinks heavy on the liquor. Bartender was friendly and I enjoyed my Blue's Clues and Monster Mash. They were a little sweet but equally strong. They had an impressive beer list as well. I just wish the place was a little bigger with more seating but maybe they're just trying to get everybody on the dance floor! Look forward to going back.

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    The Ritz - Highly Suspect - pre show

    The Ritz

    2.8(213 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    I always say I will never return here but somehow a favorite artist has their show here and I end…read moreup here again. Came for Ari during my birthday month. I enjoy Ari as an artist and this show was everything. I also loved seeing Lekan another great artist. The vibe felt grown! Everyone here was polite. I felt the love. This show was a 4* minus the ridiculous lines in towards the back of the building, Jupiter room is a nice to have with admissions. I did enjoy a no wait bar and nice cool space to relax. This venue is not a fav at all. This venue needs to do better with crowd control and entrance logistics. There was a crazy line. I may have arrived too early. The Ritz should post the VIP seating chart on ticket master and stop trying to overcharge excessive amounts for those seats because it's not worth it. The process to purchase a seat is traumatizing. The long wait in line inside (after waiting outside) and then to get up there and learn that it could be well over $250 per person on top of the fees you've already paid for general admission. The drinks are way too sugary. Do better Ritz!

    I visited The Ritz for a 2nd time yesterday to attend the Elmiene Songs For Someone Tour…read moreperformance. I was ecstatic when I learned he would finally visit the US for a tour and Raleigh was a stop. The staff did an amazing job controlling the crowds, providing hospitality, and safety. I parked in General Admission parking where I prepaid $14.00, it's the very last lot on your right. Entering was easy, getting out was a nightmare. Staff is needed following the event to direct the cars out of the spaces. There are other options for parking that will get you closer to the venue for $20+. We stood in line for about 45 minutes prior to entry. The staff managed the check in process very well. Everyone was friendly and hospitable. We were offered filtered water from the cooler jug where we stood for the show facing the front stage by the speakers & entrance to the back stage. Closest to bar and the exit. Cocktails were served in a cocktail shaker were sold for $22. We had an excellent view of the show. There is upper balcony seating for an additional Upgrade price, if you do not want to stand or be in the midst of the action. The Jupiter Lounge provides an elevated experience prior to show. Allowing you to unwind and have a cocktail. The temperature in the building was set to Alaska. Bring a light jacket and a small clear purse. I really enjoyed this show. The lighting and sound were terrific ! Memories were made. Thank you to the staff.

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