The Bar at 316

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The Bar at 316

3.02

Cozy, LGBT-friendly bar in a house with a roof deck & porch, offering karaoke, DJs & Sunday brunch.

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316 Rensselaer Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203, United States

Monday - Sunday: 9 PM–2 AM

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William Johnson

2

316 is not a safe space for anyone. There are so many insidious stories that come from this establishment and it's owner. For starters, they for years have been charging people for drinks they did not order. I personally closed out on a 2-drink tab and then left the bar. The next day I saw an extra charge for $60+ despite not even staying for the full 2-drinks. When discussing this with others, pretty much everyone had the same experience. If you go, pay with cash and do not let them see your debit card. How they haven't been investigated for credit card fraud is beyond me. It's also just not a safe space, even if you don't factor in the deplorable owner. Just a few months ago, someone died after leaving with someone they met at the bar. Sure, 316 likely didn't have a direct cause in that death, but they sure created the environment conducive to the act. There's also the racism, vandalism, DUIs, etc too.


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Gilbert Ceballos

10

I normally don't go to gay bars but I'm from California visiting with my homosexual friend so we went. Neat place. They have karaoke and I was able to smoke a blunt in the back with no problem haha. The bartender was cool too. Cheap too.


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Idris Salaam

2

I went with a homie from New York I went to school with. Yeah, he's gay, I'm straight, but he's still my homie. I went to this club as I was in town and we ended to Link up. Avoid this place! Atmosphere was nice but ownership is a racist POS.


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Ayshia Bauldwin

10

I see the comments about racism but I have NEVER experienced such a thing here!! Not to degrade anyone’s experience, buuut this place never gave that vibe!! Every time I’m here I see a mixed crowd of people with EVERYONE having fun together and enjoying EVERY SHADE of person! Are you kidding!! Their are regulars of this place that are EVERY SHADE!! But they CAN be extremely busy and yea ofc you can mistake a busy bartender (one is usually the owner) for an attitude. But they’re BUSY and don’t want to WASTE time!! This place is amazing!! If you want a more personal experience than Scorpio’s COME HERE!’


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L. E.R.

10

It’s a nice place to hear nice music and share with friends o just drinking . I really like the design, lights and sound.


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C G

2

When I last visited 316, the owner was racist to my Asian best friend, was rude as hell to all of us, and literally told us to get out when we got mad at him for being racist. The other bartenders seemed to just accept that this is how he is, though otherwise they seemed nice and friendly enough. The crowd was fine, and the decoration and atmosphere was actually exactly what we were looking for - but that owner! We left and never came back.


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Juan Cevallos

10

This place isn’t racist at all, I came here after my workout and I had a blast, the owner is friendly and the bartenders are overly friendly. Drinks are cheap and there’s good music also. I’d totally come back here.


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Pablo Piccaso

10

Fun place to hang out. Good drinks. Skyline view. Fast friendly service. On site parking. Always a fun time. Drag shows and keriokie are awesome. Lots of opportunities to sing your favorite songs. Great place to meet friends or meet a date. Lots of soft seating and quiet places for conversation.

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316 Rensselaer Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203, United States

Monday - Sunday: 9 PM–2 AM

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