Was told I couldn't come in because I was wearing Jean shorts meanwhile the place was full of people wearing tanks tops,swimwear and booties shorts. I don't understand why they would enforce a dress code on the beach..Most of the people spending money are tourists. Wont ever visit this place again I'll just go to five points in downtown Jacksonville
It was good for a Tuesday night at the beach
Our bartender Emily was so sweet, wonderful and beautiful inside and out. Thank you for the lovely naked and famous!
Great bar with great music and good drinks. The only issue I have was that one of the bouncers doesn’t care about the patrons in the slightest. My girlfriend and myself were trying to meet up with a friend inside and one of the bouncers took her state issued ID and told her to have a good night implying it was fake and that he was keeping it. When she took out her military issued ID he gave us attitude and told us we couldn’t go in and she had to snatch them both back. All of this was extremely frustrating especially considering it was Memorial Day weekend right before Memorial Day.
Three stars because I’m conflicted. The bar itself has an amazing atmosphere. I am a young, 21 year old, full-time college student, and mother to a toddler. Needless to say I RARELY go out. Well tonight was my first night going out with my fiancé and friend (celebrating her 21st) in months! The upstairs dance floor area was AMAZING (they could definitely utilize a better variety of music) the bartenders were wonderful as far as I could tell. HOWEVER! There was a bouncer (red shirt, black ball cap, longish dark curly hair, white, male) who was an absolute jerk. Keep in mind I am a mother. Females will understand some of us who have had children, we cannot hold it when we have to use the restroom. It is 30 minutes before closing (per Facebook, their posted hours, and Google) I attempt to go to the bathroom and this bouncer was a JERK. I explained my medical situation (birth caused life-long problems with my bladder due to organs shifting) he was not “customer oriented” about it just a straight NOPE. Meanwhile his coworker was happy to suggest an alternative. I was nice enough not to slip past him when he wasn’t blocking the women’s bathroom , and I explained myself to him (not that I had to) but he remained disrespectful about the situation. I would be more understanding if he had been nicer about it, but the way it was handled was UNPROFESSIONAL. I have, since making it home, (sober) seen a couple reviews about this bouncer specifically. If you have hours posted for what time you close (bar or not) you stick to those hours INCLUDING YOUR BATHROOM. me and my group will NEVER come back. I shouldn’t have to worry about my natural bodily functions when out for ONE night of relaxation and fun.
Not one to ever leave negative reviews but super disappointed in my experience at the shim sham room. Great time until one of the bartenders freaked out on my friend for trying to close out. Instead of politely letting us know their system was down, one of the bartenders quite literally screamed at my friend for simply asking the bartender to get her card back when she closed her tab. It was absolutely uncalled for and we were all in complete shock. Another person at the bar let us know that the same thing had just happened to them with the same bartender. Super disappointing considering the other bartenders were so sweet and explained to us why they couldn’t close out at first. Will not be back.
Be aware of discrimination on Sunday nights. Great music and bar staff however the security is disgusting. A member from my party was advised to leave because he innocently bumped an aggressor who was within close proximity while dancing. It was later disclosed that the aggressor (who is an FBI worker) sent for us to be removed because he knew the security personnel working at the time. It was also revealed the aggressor demanded we respect him because he is an FBI agent meanwhile the person he was aggressive towards is an active MARINE. This business does not promote safety for everyone —just a particular crowd & COMPLETELY DISREGARDED any statement that was presented by several witnesses. Ultimately my party had to leave and the aggressor could stay. After getting police involved the reasoning was the business simply did not want the member from my party there w/ no supporting explanation. Be aware that your safety is in jeopardy if you do not fit the description of who they protect.
Very rude and aggressive Front Door security. A person in my party was not only knocked over but thrown to the ground and tased by 2 officers because of the over emotional and clearly aggravated security guard with the long curly pony tail and hat. Not only did they push our friend, but he also told the police that he (the black man) started the tussle. When we walked past the venue after working with police officers this guy then proceeded to call one of the girls into party a dumb b***** amongst many additional derogatory comments. If you can’t handle a heavy door line and basic communication staff with your team maybe you shouldn’t be in the front! Bad look for the venue as well as the beaches! Never coming back
Be aware of discrimination on Sunday nights. Great music and bar staff however the security is disgusting. A member from my party was advised to leave because he innocently bumped an aggressor who was within close proximity while dancing. It was later disclosed that the aggressor (who is an FBI worker) sent for us to be removed because he knew the security personnel working at the time. It was also revealed the aggressor demanded we respect him because he is an FBI agent meanwhile the person he was aggressive towards is an active MARINE. This business does not promote safety for everyone —just a particular crowd & COMPLETELY DISREGARDED any statement that was presented by several witnesses. Ultimately my party had to leave and the aggressor could stay. After getting police involved the reasoning was the business simply did not want the member from my party there w/ no supporting explanation. Be aware that your safety is in jeopardy if you do not fit the description of who they protect.
YOU MUST ATTEND THE BURLESQUE SHOW!!! This place is the ultimate chill spot! It is a vibe. The menu has a unique spin on the items listed from the names of the dish to the added flavors. When it comes to dri ks, deciding betweent the Red plate or the Blue play will let you know what type of night you are in for. Great music selection.