Dingbatz

So you know the whole saying, "dont judge a book by its cover,"  well that applies here.

Ok so let me start by saying that I am by no means a heavy metal kind of girl. I like some music but im not really into that scene. So when I was approached to attend an event here I immediately took to google and yelp to scope out the scene. From the websites and social networks it is a biker type bar, dark inside, that has music shows. I was nervous to say the least.....

Me and the date walk in and, surprise it was dark with heavy metal stickers on the wall, and the crowd fit the environment. HOWEVER, the next couple hours were some of the best times i had in a long time!

The bartenders were welcoming and friendly. Very personable. The other bar patrons were the same, engaging in convo's and friendly jabber. Even the owner/manager, who i got to have a conversation with, was sooo nice and courteous. The acoustics here are awesome, felt like i was at a bigger venue. All and all i will def be back to visit this spot for good music and good times!

Dingbatz is an authentic New Jersey hard rock and heavy metal club. If you are into heavy music and ready to discover new bands - this is a place to go to.
They care about music.
Staff is friendly and treat their customers very well.
Alcohol is priced right.
Sound is not bad.
The best part is atmosphere in the club - cool decor, crowd, etc.
I've been at Dingbatz numerous times and will keep coming back.

I'm giving this bar the props it deserves for being "real".
Having just arrived from the southwest where I endured living amongst The Children of The Corn for the last 10 years,this place was such a breath of fresh air to me.
Why?
Well,I realize I write with the slightest inuendo of irony when I coin the term"breath of fresh air"referring to this local dive bar,but the place was great.
Just real folks living their lives out on a Saturday night listening to some local metal.
No attitudes,no bs,no poseurs,no wanna be Jerri Halls.
As a female solo flier,I tend to be cautious in new surroundings.
I got parking right across the street,the door guy was polite and welcoming.It was obvious I was a newb to the club.
I went to see some live music and I don't drink,but was not gouged for a glass of Coke.The bar staff also attentive and genuine.
I have to say I did feel a little out of place as I didn't know anyone,wasn't a girlfriend or hanger on of any of the band members,in fact I seened to be the ONLY solo female in the whole place.
At least I had the advantage of no one knowing me,so folks kept respectful distances.
The sound guy was great,could hear all the bands clearly and the music choices between bands was great as well.
I look foward to going back,awkward or not.
Thanks Dingbatz for making me feel welcome in a new place.
Rock on!