"Absolutely and completely inaccessible for anyone who is a wheelchair user or who struggles with mobility. I am a wheelchair user and I reached out to inquire about the accessibility of the LGBT Halloween Drag Event, and unfortunately as is the case with most community events that are supposed to be inclusive, I was very disappointed with the response I received. "Hi Isobel, The event does take place upstairs. However, you are welcome on the first floor. We have a closed circuit camera upstairs that displays the show on a first floor monitor over the bar. If you choose to attend, staff will make sure to accommodate you on the first floor. I hope that helps." I am aware that the website of the North Star Lounge does not claim to be accessible, due to the size of the building they are not required to meet ADA accessibility requirements. I personally do not think this excuse is good enough for a venue hosting what is supposed to be community based events. This may be due to infrastructure, but infrastructure can be discriminatory and this is not a revolutionary concept. There is no other group of people that would be told they can pay to watch an event from an entirely different floor in a different room on a TV screen above a bar and that is considered acceptable. It is discriminatory and ableist, plain and simple. I would not recommend this venue to anyone in the disabled community, and if you care about the rights of disabled people you should not be attending either. If venues could tie profitability to accessibility we would have a whole different story, so please consider that before attending a community event in an inaccessible space. Disabled people belong every single place that you belong!"

"I was there last night. The music was fun and the atmosphere was great but the cashier on the first floor was very rude to me. He was barking at me because I didn’t hear him while he was saying they didn’t have any wheat beer. My friend noticed also as the cashier elevated his voice. As much as I loved the place, I don’t know if I want to see this guy again. I am not sure if this guy treats everyone that way or only those that have an accent he didn’t like."

"I ate at the restaurant next door and the waiter let me know to check out this place - SO glad I did! The drinks are amazing and I love the live music! It adds a great dynamic to the place. And the popcorn.. wow! The flavors are amazing. An overall really great, chill place to hang out :)"

"This space is so friendly and intimate and the music, so good, that it feels like a room full of friends. Owner, Phyllis has been present during my visits. She is warm, welcoming, and clearly committed to the musical mission of the place. Love Djangophonique. Catch them from 7-10 pm on “Hot Club Wednesdays.”"

"Cute space for a drink. Offers vegan appetizers. Has live music and jam sessions. Happy hour from 5 to 6 pm. They have mocktails! And all syrups are made in house. Staff very kind and helpful."