Best day and night club in AC…read more Beautiful property on the AC boardwalk with upscale entertainment, drinks and great staff.

I attended the HQ2 Beachclub at Ocean Casino Resort with a group of friends to see Afrojack. The…read moreevent ran from 11 AM to 6 PM, and we arrived around 12:30 PM. The first issue was simply finding the venue. Coming from the self-parking garage, there was very little signage directing guests to the Beachclub. We eventually found our way by following another group headed there, but better directions and signs would make a huge difference. The biggest problem, however, was the security screening. My friends and I carefully reviewed the venue rules beforehand and followed the bag and dress code requirements. Despite that, security went through our belongings in an extremely invasive manner. They opened wallets, flipped through personal items, and thoroughly searched small bags that were well within the approved size limits. They were looking at how much money and credit cards I had! When I questioned why they were looking through things like my wallet, noting that even airport security doesn't typically inspect belongings that way, the response I received was rude and dismissive. The entire interaction felt uncomfortable and unnecessarily intrusive. Once inside, it became clear that unless you're planning to spend hundreds of dollars on bottle service, there aren't many places where you can simply sit, relax, and enjoy the atmosphere. Shortly after we found seats, we were approached and made to feel unwelcome unless we were spending money. The overall vibe felt very pretentious and exclusive rather than welcoming. What made this even more frustrating was the inconsistency in enforcement. The venue rules clearly state that smoking is prohibited, yet multiple people were openly smoking throughout the event while numerous security staff stood nearby and did nothing. Meanwhile, security had spent so much effort scrutinizing our belongings at the entrance. It gave the impression that certain guests were being targeted while others were allowed to ignore the rules. Exiting the venue was also confusing. We attempted to leave through the same area where we entered and followed visible exit signs, only to be told to turn around and walk all the way to the opposite side of the venue. Once again, clearer signage would help avoid unnecessary confusion. To be fair, the bathrooms were clean throughout the day, and there were attendants making sure they stayed that way. The bartenders were also friendly and professional. I was only drinking water, and every time I ordered one, they were polite and helpful. Unfortunately, those positives weren't enough to outweigh the overall experience. Between the confusing layout, invasive security procedures, inconsistent rule enforcement, and constant pressure to spend money, this venue simply isn't for me. No matter which DJ is performing, I won't be returning. I'd much rather attend events at venues in Philadelphia that offer a more relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Nice spot, perfect location. Right in front of the sky tram entrance. Enjoy a beer on the pierread more

Easily one of my favorite bars on the boardwalk!it has a very chill bar atmosphere & all of the…read moredrinks are reasonably priced. The manager, steve, and all of the bartenders, namely John aka Provo and Christy are the best! Always have a good time when I'm here! Must try their rum buckets & come by on a Monday for their margarita and bar specials- gets really crazy at night!

Amazing food, friendly staff, and nice ambiance. Went there for a wedding and they didn't even have…read moreto cater too much since some of the food was really high quality (all of it is good, just not all of it is wedding quality like most places) and they drinks were just drinks; good.

First time back in 15 years! Whaaaaat?!!…read more $20 cover charge (you can get a fast pass for $30 online). I had one Malibu Bay Breeze - $16 !!! Ugh! Super fun place with a great vibe and music!!! There was a Freddie Mercury impressionist who was really good! I loved the decor, dance floor, and videos that matched the music. I was surprised at all the young chippies! Too you g of a crowd but we still had a blast! At certain points in the night, bubbles, steam, and droplets drop from above. We popped put to use the bathroom and the security guard couldn't see our hand stamps to get back in. Very upsetting but we eventually resolved it. Only ding in our night.

Stopped in for a draft beer but all their taps were down. It was kind of stuffy inside and not…read moregreat beer selection so we bounced after a couple bottle beers.

I've been going to Beachcomber for many, many years, back to when it was on the opposite side of…read morethe boardwalk stretched out to the surf on the beach. From seafood to burgers, their food is consistently good, and their pizza is my favorite on the boardwalk. The staff is always very friendly and attentive, and it's definitely my favorite place to hang out and have food, a beer or a drink on the boardwalk. They have a great jukebox, but when there's a band playing I find it a little too loud and the crowd can be a bit overwhelming. The rooftop deck is really nice and enjoyable when the weather is good. I've hung out at a lot of places on the boardwalk in Seaside, but I keep returning to Beachcomber. I always feel comfortable there.

Salsa music, expert dancers, plenty of partners, flashy lights and awesome vibe, and teacher Mike…read moreto show you the ropes every Wednesday for just $7!! Find Brazil's at the west end of Chestnut, just before the highway. Ample street parking nearby but watch out for cobblestones which will shake loose any hardware on your car that had a doubt. Up the stairs and $7 door for Wednesday lessons. So much fun! Most importantly, don't close your thumbs on your partner. Keep it loose and light. Long garment rack with hangars for your heavy coat. It gets hot in here, so keep it layered. Nearby bar on the other side of the room keeps your spirits up. Water and paper towels station in the corner keeps you hydrated and not dripping sweat. Massive woofer boxes at the corners keep it thumping and energy high. You can't help but smile and enjoy! See you Wednesday!!

My understanding is that this is one of Philly's Latin dance hotspots. I've only been once, so I…read morewon't judge it too harshly, but I was pretty disappointed. Problematically for a dance club, the floor (at least upstairs, where the dancing was on this night) isn't level at all, sloping somewhat toward the street. Also, the bouncer was a little aggressive. In terms of the dancing itself, the level was quite low and there was a 2:1 leader-to-follower ratio (but again, that might not be the norm). I didn't stay long.

Wifey and I saw this place yesterday and decided to give them a try. We showed up about 5:40 and…read morewere seated right away. The hostess sat us in the bar area, which was fine, but seemed an odd choice. Our waitress came over for a drink order before I had even picked up the menu. My wife quickly ordered the Ginger Minty Paloma and I had an Old Fashioned. Wifey's drink was amazing and tasted like 14 more. Mine was just ok, but when you drink them fairly regularly there's not much you can do to make them 'different.' We decided to just split our food. We ordered a Wedge Salad - they put a balsamic glaze on it and it was REALLY GOOD. This came very quickly. We split The Rocco Pizza - vodka sauce, cheese and pieces of fried chicken cutlet. Unfortunately, this was a miss for us. The taste was fine, but neither of us liked the crust and wasn't hot enough. Didn't seem like your normal 'brick oven pizza.' We also split a 'small plate' of linguini and clams. This was just ok as well. The fresh clams were great, but the others were pretty chewy. The whole plate also needed salt. Service was pleasant and fairly quick, but the food was overall just ok. The place itself looked like it would be pretty fun if I was in my 20s. There was a band setting up and I bet the place gets pretty loud.

The food here was actually pretty good- fresh, flavorful, and came out as expected. I ordered the…read morelamb chops with grits and I will say - the grits were the best I've ever had. The crowd was mostly over 60 which is nice since no kids were there but I'm 45 and it wasn't as lively as I would have liked. The bands playing were good too but the atmosphere felt a little flat. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't memorable either. Not my cup of tea for hanging out but I'd go back for dinner.

If you haven't blacked out at The Osprey, have you even done the Jersey Shore right?…read more The Osprey in Manasquan is basically a rite of passage--a sweaty, glorious temple of dance floors, vodka sodas, and pure summertime chaos. It's like someone bottled the energy of a college tailgate, added a bunch of neon lights and live music, and dropped it a block from the beach. You walk in and boom: the Rock Room is serving up live bands like it's 2009, while the Boom Boom Room is just that--nonstop DJs spinning tracks that'll have you dancing like you didn't promise to "take it easy tonight." Drinks? Cheap enough to buy rounds like you're a baller. Vibes? Off the charts. You will lose your voice from screaming lyrics and your dignity somewhere around 1am. And honestly... Isn't that the goal. Fun Fact: Bruce Springsteen once drank here and wrote a song about it. So yeah, you're partying where The Boss once stood. No pressure. (Rumor has it, he had his first (legal) drink here) So, if you're looking for a quiet, sophisticated evening... go literally anywhere else. But if you're ready for an unfiltered, beautifully chaotic night to remember (or not), The Osprey is definitely the place to be.

Ah, the Osprey. Many nights spent there in my dissolute youth. Lots of fun memories. Do I recall…read morereading that the first time Springsteen got drunk was here?

We just went and had such a great time. Not only was the service and drinks great, but a lot of…read moreroom to dance... and for me I loved how everyone that goes is just fun and friendly. The vibe, energy and atmosphere will definitely make me come here over and over.

Had my wifes suprise 40th at club swig lastnight! Absolutely awesome!! Great atmosphere, great…read moreservice. Amazing time!! Dealt with Mannie leading up to the night.. awesome Guy! So helpful the whole time leading up to it and that night! Thank you guys so much. Highly recommend. Already have people asking me when were going back!!

It was definitely a vibe. Would love to come back during the summer. Security may ask you to coat…read morecheck, but it's selective on who you were. Cover charge ( we went on a Saturday) and it was $25. Vibes are cool and the drinks were alright.

Made me throw away my 10 piece of chicken nuggets. All vibes and they don't serve any food here :(read more

Great atmosphere with lively music and a fun crowd! The bartenders are friendly, but the drink…read moreprices can be a bit steep. Overall, a solid spot for a night out with friends!

Very good music! A lot of reggaeton, dembow, and salsa the night we visited. The bouncers are…read moreprofessional and informative- would come again when visiting the area