awesome spot but they need to fire that old hag behind the bar. I tried ordering a drink from her and she looked at me like I asked her for custody of her children. i just stared back uncomfortably. she then walks away for 10 minutes then comes back and says alright what do u want... nothing now? my friend, for some god knows why reason, decided to try to order a drink from her after this. 10 minutes later the bartender comes back with a simple rum and coke and thinks she overhears my friend say something about her then proceeds to YANK THE DRINK AWAY AND STARE AT MY FRIEND!! then say you want your drink? WTF!!!! it was so uncomfortable, she was sooo nasty, it absolutely ruined the fun vibe that the new karaoke guy was providing who is AMAZING!! definitely get rid of the dead weight and put someone with a personality behind the bar of such a cool spot read more

If you don't have fun here than you ass must be dead on the inside. It's like a good ol neighborhood bar where everyone knows your name! Cheers! read more

I love this bar. The karaoke is great. It's a perfect little dive bar in Noda. It is surrounded by a bunch of other great businesses as well. read more

In the words of rapper Roscoe Dash, "I had a Good Freakin Night" at NoDa 101 last night! As soon as I stepped in the door, I knew I'd found my niche in NoDa. All night long the DJ on duty kept dropping fresh beats and sick mixes that had the peeps in NoDa 101 fist pumping for more! The music playing was a party pleasing mix of techno, dance, top 40's, hip-hop, and a little R & B. So within the music variety there was definitely a little something for everyone to groove to from their bar stool. Speaking of bar, lets chat about my beverages of choice, and the snazzy bartenders on deck shall we? We shall =) Bee-bopping along with my fellow NoDa 101 bar-mates, the sweet bartender on duty noticed that I was without a beverage, and quickly came to my rescue. After placing my order, I watched as the bartender danced while making my drink. Popping and Locking, snapping and such as he made my Midori Sour and Screwdriver. Amazing drinks, and a show! What-Up! And he wasn't the only bartender who danced and attended, in fact the whole staff was in on the jig. Just another thing I love about this place! Perfect drinks, great vibes,sweet beats, and room for rump-shakers like myself! Taking a seat at the bar, you have your choice of viewing 3 different games plastered across the big screens overhead. Every bar goer's dream, comfy seats and great games! Apparently, NoDa 101 hosts league nights! Sounds like a great future date night for me and my boo! And while tuning into the games, I also plan to dive into the great eats here ! I hear the food is delicious! We'll definitely be partaking in the eats on our next date night, in addition to our "shaken, not stirred" libations ;) See you soon NoDa 101! =) read more

It's a karaoke bar every night. The drink prices are cheap and the talent is mostly bad but there are always a few diamonds in the rough. If you like karaoke it's usually got a good crowd, even during the week. It's exactly what you should expect from a place like this. *** I live in the middle of NODA and have been everywhere in the neighborhood many times over the past years. These reviews are a culmination of lots of visits so it's more of a consistency rating than anything. If you are going out in NODA I've got reviews up of all the places in the neighborhood if you're looking to compare. *** read more

Friendly staff and I'm always happy with my cut. I haven't used this account in 7 years and took the time to figure out my password just so I could write a positive review. read more

I went to NoDa 101 on a Saturday night for some karaoke fun with my sisters. It is a pretty small space with a large bar in the center, but we were able to stand on the side by the drink rail pretty comfortably. Not a lot of seating if that's something you want. The DJ seemed pretty good, but he did constantly ask the crowd what his name was. I thought that was odd. The crowd was very mixed but got a lot younger towards the end of the night. Most were kind and encouraging, a few booed and I don't think that's cool. The sound system for karaoke was just right but when people start yelling it can get hard to hear the music. The karaoke version of Waterfalls by TLC cut Lisa Left Eye Lopez's rap. I was pretty bummed about that. Bartenders weren't very friendly and pretty slow. I felt like I spent a good part of the night just waiting. I ordered a cocktail that wasn't made well at all, so I stuck to beer the rest of the night. Other than that, we had a good time. I'd go back next time I'm in NoDa! read more

They are doing karaoke 7 nights a week now! Not much wait to sing on the slower nights; Mon, Tues and Wednesday. read more

This place is like a 3.5 but I rounded up cuz I'm feeling nice. Came here on a Saturday night during our bar hop while I was in town. It was crowded and seems to be pop with the locals. They had karaoke and people seemed really into it. I don't care for that stuff but it can be fun watching drunk people yell loudly. Well drinks were just 5 bucks and were super strong, so that was the best part obvz. They seem to have a good selection of beers as well. The atmosphere was kinda grimey... think King of the Hill meets Buckwild (different from the rest of the bars in NoDa). There are definitely some creeps here so watch your back, ladies. The night I went, the girls' toilet in the bathroom would not flush. Barf. They also randomly charged my card a dollar like days after I had gone. It's not a big deal and it was one dollar but like... why. Good bar service even though it was busy. The bartenders were fast and attentive and the guy who made our drinks was pretty cute too haha. I'll prob never find myself in NC again, but would definitely come back here if I did. read more

Stopped in here with some coworkers for a couple drinks. They boast a decent selection of beers, bottles and taps, with an ample assortment of NC offerings. From my visit, I couldn't tell if they still serve the food everyone is raving about (though, it was later in the evening). It's fairly small inside, with most seating at the bar. We didn't stay too long, but I got the impression this is a great hang out in the area. The staff that night was incredibly friendly and did a great job taking care of us. Certainly going to stop in again! read more

Well, I never visited Sin City but I dig the space at NoDa 101. I popped in for a beer and was happily surprised by the number of local beers they offer. The space itself is fairly small with the bar taking up a majority of the area. Thus, until they make structural changes, be prepared to sit around the bar. If you're a sports fanatic, there's a variety of memorabilia and such amongst the TVs. But the part that will keep me coming back to NoDa 101 is the really friendly and jovial service. Even though it was my first time at NoDa 101 both the bartender and owner were incredibly friendly. I'm looking forward to heading back here when they add items to their menu and change up the seating options just a bit. read more

I love this place, karaoke is my specialty, if trying to get down and have a good time and of course have a few drinks NoDA101 is the place to be, and a cool known fact you can bring food in there to chow down at the same time as well. read more

Fun little karaoke bar in the heart of NoDa. Karaoke every night. Lots of locals and always a good crowd. Nice staff and cool bartenders. Always have a nice time there. read more

Only reason I'm giving this place a 5 star review is because I experienced the most magical moment last night. Some dude sang his heart out to "Circle of Life." It literally brought tears to my eyes. Poor guys credit card kept getting declined so I bought him a beer. He was a nice young man. Hope to enjoy more moments like this here again. read more

Noda 101 is the perfect spot, quickly becoming a go-to for myself and my friends. Karaoke definitely isn't for everyone, but if it's your thing then this is the place to be. read more

This place is a hit or miss most nights. Half the time the bartenders and DJ are really rude, depending on the day. It use to be a really great place to come but it has gone down hill within the past year. I'd recommend some of the other new karaoke bars. read more

If you're looking for a great hole-in-the-wall type bar, Noda 101 is one of a few in the local Noda area. Merely a room with a full bar occupying about 50% of the total available space of the building, it is very close-quartered and a great place to have a low-key hangout over a few drinks. A party of 5 is probably pushing your luck getting face time with everyone. Although unfamiliar with the weekly drink specials and entertainment, I can tell you that on a Tuesday night you are likely to find all three- drafts on special, a PA system with radio-play, and intermittent live music by a local artist. They will usually set up their gear and play in the front corner of the bar. The volume is usually pretty average and you won't have a hard time hearing a conversation. The crowd is pretty low key during the week, and may not be the case on a weekend. Bartenders are generally pretty friendly, and sometimes partake in conversing. Overall, it's a pretty solid hangout joint. read more

I loved this little dive bar. Had some great company and karaoke night was so much fun! Everyone was super friendly.

My husband is a huge bangles/buckeye fan so you can't beat this place. Good food and cheap beer. Ask for Alex as he'll always take care of you at the bar. This place generally has about 7 customers max but as soon as football season starts back up I'm certain that will change!! If you decide to stop by look for the guy sitting at the bar in the Boomer Esiason and tell him his wife sent you. ;-) Oh and definitely swing by on For Mexican Mondays for $1.50 tacos that are pretty awesome and $3 margaritas! read more

First time going. Great ambiance, cool set-up, friendly staff, fair pricing and a top notch haircut. Vinny did my hair and I have a great new haircut that included a straight razor trim. Highly recommend Noda Barbers! Thank you Vinny! read more

I am not going to write two pages for this review: this place does not need fluff. Good food, nice bar with lots of TVs and friendly people all around. Blah blah blah come get a beer. read more

Best place in Charlotte for karaoke. No pay to play, awesome cold beer and the best bar staff around. Come early and you will get to sing a lot! read more

This is a cool little spot to grab a few beers. There is a decent draft selection with some local flair and pretty standard prices. There are TVs set up all around the u-shaped bar so it's good for watching games. There are also some round high top tables around so you can sit away from the bar as well. For a pretty small place, they have a really good setup! They also have a little space for live music. No food here. I repeat, no food here. Just booze. So plan accordingly! read more

Excellent karaoke bar. DJ kept the action going. Drink prices reasonable. Becky is an awesome bartender!

I was really excited to sing a karaoke song...I put my name in at 11pm and stayed until close to wait for my turn to find out that the DJ cancelled my song insisting that it had been played several times since I'd been there...my sober self knew that it had not been played once since I'd been there..I stayed at this sketchy bar for hours for no reason...not coming back read more

This is one of my boyfriend's favorite bars and it's grown on me considerably since I've started going. I'm not big on karaoke and I have yet to muster up the courage to participate, but my friends love it and this is definitely a great spot for it. If you're looking to do karaoke, get your name on the list early as it tends to fill up. Ophelia (I'm 80% sure that's her name) has quickly become my favorite bartender. If you get a chance, ask her for a white russian. She proudly claims it's one of her specialties and does NOT disappoint. I've only been to NoDa 101 once when she wasn't working-sadly the bartender who WAS working that night made some pretty bad watered down drinks. Nevertheless, it hasn't ruined my perception of the place or stopped me from going back. Pros: Great drinks (Seriously, order a white russian) Reasonable prices Very social atmosphere Karaoke if you're into it Great Location Cons: You have to get there early if you want a seat That one bartender read more

Fun spot to stop in and grab a drink. Usually we hop in while waiting on places like Cabo or Haberdish. Overall the bar is chill, the drinks are cheap, and you are entertained (or take your turn entertaining) at karaoke. Don't forget to jump into the prop bucket to step up your karaoke game - or in my case, as a distraction from my lack of talent. Either way, always a fun time and easy stop in NODA. read more

This is the best karaoke bar in Charlotte! They have the best bartenders and the DJ's are always friendly even when it gets super crowded on Fridays and Saturdays. This is a bar and there are not so good (drunk) singers but, every now and then some of Charlotte's best talent shows up and it turns into a night you wont forget. During the week is the best time to go if you really like to sing. The list gets very long on the weekends and you may only get to sing once or twice. read more

When my friend tried closing out last night the bartender claimed my friend must have dropped her card on the ground because she didn't have one under her name. They went back and forth for a few minutes and the bartender then tried giving my friend someone else's card. After my friend refused it because it wasn't her freaking card the bartender (thinking we couldn't see) eventually went into her purse and pulled out my friends card. Home girl thought she was so slick. Good try. Maybe next time. Be wary of this place people. Mad sketch. read more

Came in with a large group just days after Christmas and Trish, the bar back and the karaoke DJ were welcoming and festive! We had a post Christmas gathering with friends and sang our fannies off. Trish and staff went ABOVE AND BEYOND pushing tables together and taking time to talk one-on-one. The night would not have been as memorable if it weren't for this stop! Thank you to "St Louis" as I forgot his name (the DJ) for getting us pumped to sing and also allowing group songs. Truly a memorable time with superb staff! Thanks again guys! read more

Yelp keeps nagging at me for a review, so here goes. I wanted to see the Charlotte Checkers play in their Calder Cup championship game in the AHL on Saturday, June 9. The place I went to first was filles to capacity. I took a chance on this place since I wanted to do some karaoke that night as well. I found out the NHL Network was available and the game was on TV there. The crowd was small in the beginning. The bartenders were hospitable that night. The bar runner was very thorough with his assistance. The Checkers won that night. I was sporting my Carolina Hurricanes "Bunch of Jerks" shirt. Before singing "Rock You Like A Hurricane," I gave a shout out to the Checkers and hoped it meant that the Hurricanes would get the Stanley Cup in 2020. I got applause and people high-fiving me during the song. I'm somewhat surprised that I wasn't sounding like Ozzy Osbourne talking by that point. Between 11:30 pm and midnight, the place was packed. I don't know how this place is on other nights. This place doesn't serve food, as at least one previous review mentioned. Consult a search engine for restaurants nearby. From what I can recall, the place started to fill up somewhere between 9:30 and 10:30. When the crowd gets bigger, the service might get slower at least a little bit, so pack some patience. read more

This is the place to be in Noda! Great staff, karaoke Thursday through Sunday, TV's for sports and great drink specials! I love this bar!

Great place to stop in for a drink during the week, and a fun stop on the weekend to sing some karaoke or watch the game. The service is always quick and I always have a blast when I'm here. It draws a fun and mostly local crowd, and the drink specials are hard to beat. If you're in NoDa, stop in and check it out. read more

Get little joint to get a good drink! Friendly staff and entertainment is like a box of chocolates.

Super fun, especially on Fridays when Sam's the DJ, and Morgan and Kristy (bartenders) are there. Kristy makes this delicious drink for the ladies that like it sweet but strong, request rasberry sex on the beach, it is bliss. Cool place to let loose and be yourself. read more

The minute I walked in, bartender acted like she didnt wanna be there and acted like she was impatient when I asked her questions. Then she let a guy with a dog come and put dog on the counter where we drink our drinks. Then the karaoke dj acted like HE didnt wanna be there and didnt wanna be bothered. Whole place shady. First time there AND last. read more

My favorite spot for end of night karaoke if I'm tipsy enough for it. Great place to people watch. The crowd is always friendly when I've gone... Which always happens to be the end of the night... So it could just be the alcohol. Nonetheless it's one of Noda's best spots for me read more

The bartenders are nice. Everyone is friendly. A smaller bar but a whole lot of fun. Karaoke all night. They also play some songs in between. Great place to go with friends. read more

It's just gross here. Not to mention my card gets declined every time I go here (plenty of money and no problems elsewhere).

Wonderful service...noda brewery on tap...karaoke rockin...have a hop drop and make friends.