Granby Theater

Was there on New Years and Overly priced drinks and Bad attitudes! Not really worth your money. Bottle service girl and security guard definitely needed more training. Feel bad for the owner that they were representing

One star is actually being generous - this is the worst place I have ever been to; they act like they are running a club in Cancun, newsflash: this is Norfolk. There were maybe 35 people inside (only one balcony reserved the entire night - it was a SATURDAY) but they act like its packed. Don't waste your money (everything is ridiculously overpriced), terrible place - I'd rather never drink again than ever go here. This place has so much potential; it is a shame that the owners/management are completely inept at running a club (a woman (appeared to be the owner) was passing out flyers to visit an after hours lounge - maybe you should worry about this establishment before you even attempt to drag me into another crappy establishment of yours).

Management!!! You need to read this and take action!

I went last Friday, 28 June, and it was terrible. Here were my observations.

Upon walking up, I found that there was no line and the doors were wide open to look inside and see no one. That is already a bad sign. Once inside, I was impressed with the actual venue. What an amazing facility! Then, I was once again disappointed. There was no sense of formality. People were walking around in shorts and t-shirts. A place like Granby Theater should enforce a dress code! The place sounds nice and therefore, people should be expected to dress nice. It would really step up the atmosphere and increase the value.

On top of all this, the bar tending was terrible. The majority of the time, the bartenders had their backs turned and gave terrible service. It really made the overpriced drinks not worth it.

Here is the biggest issue of all... the DJ. Guy couldn't keep a rhythm to save his life. He had music ADD and played 30 second clips. There was no flow and you couldn't even dance to it. It was horrendous! If I were management, I would have kicked the guy off and grabbed an ipod instead. If you want an amateur night, open on a Wednesday and host it. Don't do it on a Friday or Saturday.

I can tell that they want to have people enjoy the place. They advertise like crazy. Here is an idea. Take that money and put it toward a better DJ and staff. Take my advice and you will have people advertising for you by word of mouth. That is how you make a successful club.

I wanted to like the place, but quite frankly I couldn't. It's sad. Running a club isn't that hard.