Ruby Deluxe

So… the good the bartenders were nice but having to pay a cover on a Tuesday night when the bar was empty is ridiculous. Guaranteed will never return. Bar was EMPTY! $10 for what??!!

I don't know about their normal business model as we were just there for their Hopscotch day parties. The music lineups were great. The bar staff was helpful. The slushies were tasty. The beers were reasonably priced. The music shows were hosted outside, which worked out really well since the weather was good. The only real issue was the fact that there's a huge dumpster right next to the outdoor space that stunk to high heaven. Pretty off-putting.

It was stuffy and claustrophobic. Also they charge $3 just to be in there for karaoke. Which I probably would have been fine with if they didn’t try to be sneaky about it. Also, they have a poster supporting genocide and I don’t like my bars to shove their racism and politics down my throat. Regardless of their opinions. Honestly disappointed, hoped it was better. Oh well; there are other queer bars.

I wouldn't recommend the "speed dating" events unless you're younger than 24; most of the queer kids that show up are very young (old enough to drink). They also welcome everyone, including those who don't shower.

I've spent a good portion of my time at this bar. Genuine and good hearted people taking care of this space and keeping it a safe space. I've met some lifelong friends and made lifelong memories here. Truly and unforgettable space

Queer coded but not accessible. Was barred at the door of an event for having a service animal. While legally allowed, as it’s a private club and NC doesn’t have those protections in place, I find it pretty screwed up that a place that’s supposed to be a safe space for queer humans, of which I am a part of, isn’t accommodating to disabilities. Stinks of disingenuous business practice.

I was outside at the bar and the bartender informed me that my nc issued temporary Id with scannable barcode was not acceptable. That was fine, I asked if I could use a picture of my original Id to get into the event and they said yes. I went inside and was let in using my picture of Id. I was then suddenly escorted out and the door person put their hands on me to do so like I snuck in or had a drink in hand (I did neither). After their employee escorted me out the “owner” said that I had to be 21 and that I had to go and he didn’t care (I’m 27 and followed the instructions given to me). I politely asked for my money back atleast for the event and was met with aggression and the owner walking away from me because he didn’t care. I will NEVER be back. I have never felt so unwelcomed and embarrassed. All over them not knowing their own policy (or atleast only making exceptions for those they “want” there).

Played there last night, great venue