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Barrymore's Music Hall
Categories: Nightlife Dance Clubs Nightlife Bars Arts & Entertainment Music Venues Nightlife Music Venues Dance Clubs, Bars, Music Venues [Edit]
323 Bank StOttawa, ON K2P 1X9
(613) 565-9999
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Music:
- DJ
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sun
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
- Coat Check:
- Yes
- Noise Level:
- Loud
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
9 reviews for Barrymore's Music Hall
9 reviews in English
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Review from Emily O.
Ottawa, ON
5/1/2012
You know that girl that always requests Journey's "Don't Stop Believing" and is far too excited about hearing what might be the world's most overplayed bar song in the history of bar songs?
Ya. That's Me.
My love for classic tunes has often led me to Barrymore's Music Hall for a plethora of birthdays, celebrations, graduations and...Thursdays. I love the uniquely shaped venue with the stage, dance floor and various levels of booths. The lighting and bubble machines, paired with the TV screens featuring various "old school" programs and movies is always a refreshing breath of fresh air from the typical, mundane bar scene.
Barrymore's has two nights that it is famous for. First of all, they feature Thursday 90's Night, where you are almost guaranteed to find a gaggle of 20-something aged girls belting out The Backstreet Boy's "I Want it That Way" like it's 1999 all over again. Then of course, there is Journey filled, Madonna Rockin' Sunday 80's Night. These are the two best nights to visit Barrymore's as the crowd is alway bumping. But be warned: if you wait too long, you are forced to pay the punishment of lengthy lineups and sometimes pricey cover. Go early, wait out the not so classic hits and prepare for the greatest party Ottawa has to offer!
Affordable drinks? 80's/90's classic hits? Bubble Machine?
Yes. Just yes. -
Review from Danielle F.
Toronto, ON
6/11/2011
90s night on Thursday! 80s night on Sunday! TV shows from the chosen decade projected on huge screens about the dance floor! Stories upon stories of fun! Just a few reasons why I like Barrymore's.
The line moves quickly and the cover, if any, is cheap. You then walk up a sweeping staircase and into an enormous concert venue, being used as an epic nightclub.
I recently went on an 90s night and was surprised to hear barely any 90s. I suppose it depends on the DJ that night and regardless, the dance floor was packed. So was the stage where both guys and girls can dance it out!
*Not sure if it's every single Thursday but on this one, $3 drinks!
The glory of it all is that anything goes. You can dress up, dress down, dress as your fave 80s or 90s star, nobody cares. I rolled up in cut-off jean shorts, a tank top and gladiators and no one had a thing to say about it. Everyone's too busy dancing/drinking/having great times!Listed in: Out On the Town
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Review from Darren M.
Ottawa, ON
12/6/2010
Sunday nights at Barrymores are great. It's 80's night and probably the best time in Ottawa.
90's night on Thursday is also fun but 80's night really brings in the crowds.
On long weekends you'll find a lineup at this place right around the block. Go early to get stamped and if it's slow inside then head to the Oak or Babylon until things pick up.
This is an old theatre with an abundance of character. One of the coolest things about 90's night is that they of course play songs from that decade but they show muted episodes of Saved by the Bell and other 90's classics on the projection screen. Lots of girls dress the part for either 80's or 90's although most of them I question if they were even around in the 80's.
Door staff are friendly here and there are a few of them to keep the lines calm. Coat check is a crowded ordeal but once you get through that you're free to wander the multi-level old theatre and enjoy your night.
They used to have live bands here but I think they've gotten totally away from that -- for now at least. -
Review from Amanda B.
Ottawa, ON
1/7/2011 4 photos
I've been to Barrymore's a few times with some friends and I've always had a pretty good time. It's a concert venue and a nightclub, but a lot more casual, which I love. On top of that, the cover charge is either free or cheap, so generally you don't have to worry about paying a high cover.
80s night on Sundays and 90s night on Thursdays are definitely the most popular. It's fun to jam out to all of your old favorite hits, whether it be dance, pop, rock, or old school, and pull out all of your corny dance moves. The screen plays old TV shows and music videos while you dance, and you may even get some bubbles blown from the ceiling. The drinks are also good and completely affordable so it's an all-around great time without having to get all dolled up or spend and arm and a leg. -
Review from Julia C.
8/13/2009
Wow. Not much has changed in many years and it's great! I went for 80s night on Sunday. Haven't gone in years and this time felt like I was in a time capsule (not in terms of the 80s music duh but the bar itself). Same crowds, same line ups if you go at the wrong time and same great vibe!
Definitely do go early. Then you will have the pleasure of walking out for some fresh air at 11:30 (it gets hot on the dance floor) and passing the long queue on the way back to the club with your wrist stamp, smiling just because it's so wonderfully evil. -
Review from Azim A.
Ottawa, ON
10/28/2008
Probably the most well-known, and therefore, busiest nightclub in Ottawa. It's been around for a while, and the clientele is a bit older than it was about 10 years ago. That's part of the reason why they have '90s night on Thursdays, and '80s nights on Sundays, though the Friday and Saturday fare is a usual mix of contemporary top-40, dance and hip-hop.
The club itself is very large, so even though its almost always busy, its not suffocatingly packed (most of the time, at least). The line ups can be long and annoying, but they've done a good job of streamlining more lines and the bouncers are quick, efficient, and fair.
There's a decent-sized lounge and bar area for those that don't want to bust a move, but for the most part, this is a dance-friendly club, so be prepared to boogie! -
Review from Matt H.
6/17/2011
Wow. It's weird that everyone of these reviews talks about Thursday and Sunday. Coincidence?
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Review from HK T.
Ottawa, ON
4/25/2010
Looking fir a fun time? Definately check out 80s night on Sunday. Lines get long quick especially if it's a long weekend so get there early to avoid a long wait. I'd even suggest getting therel before 9pm to avoid getting stuck in a line that moves very slowly.
For those who like the 90s, that night is on Thursdays.
I've never had a bad time at 80s night @ Barrymores!! -
Review from Andrew A.
Montréal, QC
8/12/2008
A good time, Thursday night is 90s night and sunday is 80s. People come dressed up, and come out for a great time, the drinks are fairly cheap, but the line can be brutal even if it's not too busy inside. I suggest being there before 9:30 on Thursays and 10:30 on Sundays.
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