Blackthorn 51

Nice place to see metal & punk/goth music.  Came a couple times to see a friend's band perform; the sound system works VERY well so you may want to wear earplugs so you don't completely lose your hearing.  Staff is friendly & no one objected when we were doing photography for the band.  They also make a decent appletini, though I didn't finish the one my friend got for me since I don't really drink.  The stage is awesome & the ladies room is small but well lighted.  If you have a band performance to attend, you'll definitely get your money's worth here though it seems you can't put anyone on a list & will have to pay the $10.  Just beware of the walk from the Q58 bus; it's much easier to walk or drive here than take public transit to get right to the front door.

Sick metal bar in Queens, pretty close to the Queens Center Mall. Its a great spot to see local NYC metal bands on a Friday or Saturday night and drink. Awesome sound system too.  Could use some drink specials though.

Lame beyond belief, story is tinted too. Avoid this grubby establishment,