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Fortune Sound Club
Categories: Event Planning & Services Venues & Event Spaces Nightlife Dance Clubs Venues & Event Spaces, Dance Clubs [Edit]
147 E Pender StVancouver, BC V6A 1T6
Neighbourhood: Chinatown
(604) 569-1758
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Music:
- DJ, Live
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
- Coat Check:
- Yes
- Noise Level:
- Very Loud
- Good For Dancing:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
31 reviews for Fortune Sound Club
Review Highlights
"As expected, the sound system was AWESOME."
(in 15 reviews)
"...dub DJs for special events and old school beats in the back..."
(in 6 reviews)
"they have a small hip hop room in the back which played..."
(in 6 reviews)
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31 reviews in English
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Review from Melody M.
11/27/2011
I finally got into this place !!!
I tried twice to get into this place with friends before, but the crowd and line ups were too long. But, the third time, I finally got in :) Love this place. Okay, so it isn't in the greatest part of town, but the music is awesome, dress attire is casual, everyone is pretty chill, lots of different age groups, bartenders are super friendly. Definitely will be back. -
Review from Joel B.
Toronto, ON
11/18/2011
Having been to multiple venues across this van-city I can now say that Fortune rates as the most consistent positive experience i've had at a club in Vancouver. Lets break it down here.
-The sound system never disappoints (except during the occasional feedback buts that's usually because KRS-ONE says "TURN IT ALL THE WAY UP SOUNDMAN'
The bass can actually crush you in here on the dubstep nights. Its the only Funktion - One system in the city and the run it properly. Whereas Wrongbar in toronto has had to turn down their system because of noise complaints.
-The security are NOT ASSHOLES they treat everyone with respect unless they get out of hand. They don't power trip and they even joke with you a bit. I have to say i don't really like being photographed everytime I go to a club but it seems this is becoming the norm because of THE ASSHOLES that have ruined it for everybody else. The real benefit for the "smokers" , they let you go outside and get some air not ram you into some gated packed smoking area.
-The shows they have there are the best ones in the City, except for maybe some of the W2 shows that happened before they moved locations across the street to a bunker. I just saw KRS-ONE on tuesday and it was incredible, the show went from 8pm until 3am. Its hard to find places that don't kick you out at 1-1:30 in this city. And when I got outside there was a jamaican lady selling Jerk Chicken Dinners for $10, a little steep but it tasted hella-good after jammin' out in that sweatbox.
Will continue to go here and will never go to Gossip ever again unless it was all of the wu-tang combined. RIP O.D.B. -
Review from Dru C.
11/10/2011 1 Check-in Here
Dancing to the Jackson 5 "ABC" to the beats of "Hammer Time" LIKE OMG JUST DANCE!! OMG!! I had the BEST NIGHT EVER!!
For sure it deserves the 4 stars I have given to this amazing place. The dance floor as it reminds me of the old "disco" movies. You can see the beams of light shining down from the extremely large disco ball that is hanging right in the middle of the floor. The songs they placed that night was just amazing. "One Way or Another" Blondie, "Time after Time" Cyndi Lauper, TLC "Waterfalls", "I'll Make Love to You" Boys to Men, and of course "BABY GOT BACK". The selection of those songs should have gotten you crazy for this place by now. Yes, even though I am the youngest in the Yelp Elite Community, I am very pop cultured. The music choice is the best here. There is a range of ages here, from young to the late 50s here as well. I was surprised and very happy that there was a mix!! The sound system here is BOOMING loud, I loved it too! Best system! :3
The decorations here were amazing. I love how there are smaller rooms for parties which can play their own music, and then there is a smaller private bar in the back only serving our party. The bartender was hot and very nice to our party. We were totally flirting with him the whole night, and it was totally worth it! :P
The bouncer was extremely up-tight though. It happens it is Vancouver though. I was surprised they got the female to pat me down.. DID I LOOK LIKE A GIRL? LOLs. I found it extremely funny though :P The coat check ladies, extremely mean. Didn't like at all. As I did leave a "Yelp Card" there telling YES, YOU ARE BEING JUDGED. I did drop a tip, because I always do as well. Not going to be that mean.
I had an amazing night. Best decor, best music selection, amazing bar tenders, and private rooms and bars are ALWAYS a plus! Birthday parties here are a recommendation!! :D -
Review from Sarah O.
Updated - 11/2/2011
I love Fortune. The people who work there are just amazing. The bouncers are some of the nicest and personable people ever, and the theme continues inside.
One time, some drunk guy walked past me and knocked the drink out of hand. He didn't bother to apologize or even turn back for that matter, but I was feeling so groovy that I didn't feel like chasing after him to retaliate. I shrugged it off and was about to get myself a new drink when all of a sudden a security guy working there came up to me. I guess he had seen what happened and apologized for it! What?! He apologized on behalf of some random drunk guy there. Then he brought me a brand new drink on the house! My mind was blown. With a dumbfounded look on my face, I thanked him for his generosity and continued with my night.
About 10 minutes later, a bartender/bar back came to find me sitting on the couch. He brought me another free drink!! Seriously, what is going on here? I explained that I already received a free drink and that it was more than enough, but he insisted. I am thoroughly impressed. I would gladly come here for their awesome events and music alone, but this is just getting out of hand.
Fortune is the ISH.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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11/24/2010
I am not one to love a club.. but this place rocks. First of all, the sound system is impeccable.… Read more »
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Review from Barry M.
9/28/2011 1 Check-in Here
Cool crowd and cool staff. No douche factor. Rocking sound system. Unfortunately the location is not near the nicest areas of town.
Haven't been to a non-show night, so I can't speculate on if it's like that every night. -
Review from Brittany W.
North Vancouver, BC
10/1/2011
There are few reasons why night crawlers would stand in the cold and migrate towards Chinatown in the evenings ... but it is worth going "For Tune." ;)
The music. Always decent - good deep house, dub DJs for special events and old school beats in the back sound room.
The sound. This is the big home hitter, as I'm sure you've read. You know the sound is good when it fills the whole club and you can still speak to a friend beside you without yelling.
The crowd. Very chill and random, but with lots of urban hipsters sportin' the skinnies and funky glasses. It's also become younger since it opened.
What's more:
- Great review on here by Johnson C.
- It would be awesome if Fortune brought in some international house or more deep house DJs (like Morgan Page, Glenn Morrison, Marques Wyatt). It's such a great venue for performances! -
Review from Rheanna F.
Vancouver, BC
7/28/2011
I had always heard about Fortune having a great sound system, but i never expected to end up there since whenever i've walked by it looks like a Jersey Shore party is happening without a trace of irony. Well, during the week, Fortune rents out their space for bands, and believe it or not, it's become a venue for the occasional metal show!
As expected, the sound system was AWESOME. I usually don't pay too much attention to sound quality at shows unless it's really atrocious, but the sound was so good it was impossible not to notice! My knees were a bit sore so i went to the benches on the right of the stage to sit and noticed that the sound was just as good there as it was in the center of the room! Pretty cool.
The staff were all nice and the drinks were about how expensive as i expected they'd be. More than i like paying for drinks, but not outrageous. I was actually surprised by how little character the place had though. Aside from the cool graphics on the wall in the entry stairwell, it's very plain. No colour, no cool lighting, no art... I don't like places that are too fancy, but i do like places that have some memorable or unique qualities and this place had none!
How weird is it that they make guys get their photos taken at the door and not girls though? I asked the door girl about it and she said she found it just as confusing as i did, especially since she said over half the fights seem to be started by girls! Well, at least the misogyny seems like it could actually benefit a girl haha!Listed in: Make Mine Music!
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Review from Erin U.
10/11/2011
AWESSSOOOOMMMMEEEEEE venue, not any cool stuff to look at or anything but with a soundsystem and music as good as usually gets in there you really dont care whats on the walls. DANCE Dance DANCE!! good crowd, shady neighbourhood, decent priced drinks i suppose. staff are nice, guys get a photo at the door and girls dont which is a bit weird and sexist but whatevs..... did I mention you should go here to get your DANCE FIX! your ears will thankyou
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Review from Malloreigh M.
Vancouver, BC
1/11/2011
I think I didn't want to like Fortune. There's something about brand new businesses opened by people with money infesting dilapidated East Van that I have a totally illogical, irrational feeling against. But it turns out that I really like Fortune.
I was expecting douchebag misogynists who order Grey Goose to their tables, or something, but instead I got a totally accessible venue that, despite its sleek design, is somehow comfortable for a wide variety of age groups and "scene" styles. I have never received bad service or felt unwelcome at this club. The bouncers and door people have been more decent to me than I think I have ever experienced consistently at any club, with perhaps the exception of the bouncer at Venue who remembers me from my ID photo every time.
I've also attended a couple of events that have been hosted at Fortune as a member of the performing group, and they are absolutely wonderful about providing beverages and refreshments backstage. Much better than other clubs I've worked events for.
Nice bathrooms, too.
Also, if you've never attended Hip Hop Karaoke, you really, really should. -
Review from May B.
Vancouver, BC
Updated - 3/19/2011
Was back at Fortune tonight for an impromptu post-show time. Wait was super short for a Friday, and they let me in with my bud :P
Priiiicey drinks ($8 for my rocky mountain bearf-er) but really all I wanted to do was dance my ass off - which I did. I still have beef with the crowd, especially considering some sneaky chick tried to swipe things from my purse, but without that exception it was alot better than my last experience. No creeps or anything like that. Not as crowded either, even for a Friday night. The DJ threw down a sick mix too.
Still, if I have to pay at least $18 for the club ($15 cover/$3 coat check), I expect a better time to be had (especially at that level of inebriation). Again, won't be clamoring to be back, but you do have the sickest sound in all of Vancouver.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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2/12/2011
Went to Fortune tonight for the first time after wanting to go for a long time.
It was an alright… Read more »
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Review from Richelle O.
Vancouver, BC
11/23/2010
We paid $25 per ticket a week in advance of last weekend's live DJ set to pick up our tickets at the front (will call). THE TICKETHOLDER LINE WAS FOUR TIMES THE LENGTH of the NON-TICKET HOLDER LINE and the only line that moved was the line who DID NOT HAVE TICKETS. AS IN... they let all the non-ticket holders in BEFORE the ticket holders!
We froze our asses off while the people who didn't have tickets got to go in FIRST. Talk about rip-off. I wouldn't pre-purchase tickets here ever again.
Besides this, the sound system and venue is pretty rad. -
Review from karen c.
Vancouver, BC
9/13/2010
My adrenaline was racing as I waited for Saturday night to come. Finally, I stepped into the doors of Fortune and walked up the stairs.
A live band was playing when I arrived. A small crowd full of men and a handful of women.
Staff was friendly. Prices of the drinks ranged from $8.50-8.75.
Music after the band left was awkward. The first DJ that came on after that, was awesome! Old school! But then he left and the rest of the night was all house music. If you're not intoxicated enough to listen to house, you're not going to enjoy it! And yes...more females joined the part-ay.
Overall, without the awesome bartender at the back of the club who made me a White Orchid, I would not have enjoyed the music and the atmosphere as much. I would like to come back when I learn to enjoy house music more or perhaps when or if they play top 40 songs. -
Review from Erika S.
Vancouver, BC
1/24/2011
Wow, all I can say is go to this club, wear your dancing shoes and a smile and you will not be disappointed.
I have been somewhat over the dance club scene in Vancouver for a while. But I have missed the actual dancing.
To my pleasant surprise this Friday night I had an amazing time. The staff were all so friendly. What a refreshing treat to have a friendly bouncer at the door as your first contact when you arrive.
The decor is great, the sound system great, the hidden rooms with different music for a little breakout session here and there; great!
The best part, the crowd! A mix of ages and people who all just wanted to dance and enjoy the music......fun.
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Review from Andrea B.
Burnaby, BC
9/13/2010
If a Granville Street club procreated with one on East Hastings, Fortune Sound Club would be the resulting bundle of joy. It's got the hook-up/creep factor only Granville Street can provide and the unpretentious/hippsterly dressed crowd often found slouching against the walls of a dive bar. In other words, this place is one big contradiction. BUT, as many would say, that is its selling point.
1. I've only been to Fortune twice and both times I never had to wait in line BUT that also means the club was kinda empty. I like it that way but many don't so hold tight because literally in the blink of an eye it gets packed - usually after midnight.
2. The atmosphere is very chill and I'm 99.9% sure you can get away wearing a garbage bag because I saw someone wearing sweats and a full-on tracksuit BUT there are people looking to hook up everywhere! You can feel their eyes scanning the room. Once my friends and I got there at 10:00pm and everyone was already coupled up - it got pretty messy. As we danced they would bump into us and sometimes go right between us. You could only laugh though - a true clubbing experience.
3. Great, a club away from the Granville strip with regular cop-checks included BUT cover and drinks is still relatively expensive. On Fridays cover is $15 + $3 mandatory coat check.
4. The music permeates from the walls and the beats are pretty good BUT some are un-danceable and if you're the type to yell "I LOVE THIS SONG" then it's safe to say your voice will be in full tact the next day and you'll be disappointed. The great thing is that the minute you start thinking "this song is so long" the DJ switches it.
I gave this place 3 stars because there is a nice mixture of people, the music is good and the only downsides are the weekend prices and people creeping. -
Review from Johnson C.
Vancouver, BC
If I was to design a perfect club, I don't think I can do better than Fortune (well, except in my fantasy club, drinks would be free for me and it would never close).
I know clubs are very subjective - as it all comes down to the crowd and music. But I even hear praises from people that aren't into the same 'scene' as I am - at the risk of sounding vapid, it's probably 'hottest' club at moment.
Being in Chinatown (where Royal Unicorn and Ming's was), far away from other clubs, it would be easy to miss the modest sign and the tinted black exterior if it wasn't for the large crowd outside. Scale the staircase past the Obey/Shepard Fairey wallpaper, and you will see a huge dance floor, a large bar, elevated DJ booth, and a small lounge area where the ladies like to rest their feet. In the back of the club, there are some booth seats and a smaller bar and the 'Livestock Listening Room' (never been inside, but it's for private parties). The influences from the owners and crew (Gman & Rizk, Livestock and Timebomb) are apparent. So, you can floss that fly fitted and crispy kicks (if you don't fear they may be stepped on). The staff is friendly and the bouncers don't have roid rage attitude like most other places.
The main attraction is the $250,000 Funktion One sound system, hence For-Tune SOUND Club. Amazing clarity coupled with bass that you feel, means a packed dancefloor. On the nights I've been here, it's lively mix of old-school funk, soul, and hip-hop expertly mixed by the guest DJ. However, be sure to check their tweets or blog (http://fortunesoundclu...) for events and the DJs playing - as there are house and dancehall nights. Not the place to hear Top 40, but an excellent place to meet that dreamgirl (or guy?) that loves Wu-Tang as much as you do.
Most importantly, the mixed crowd is stylish and fun and is here to party. As Joseph B. mentioned, no douchebag uniforms (fake tattoo Hardy shirts or striped shirts with popped collars) here or stuck-up girls - plenty of that scene on Granville.
Given the popularity and how many things they do right, it gets extremely packed on the weekends (~$15 cover). Show up early or be prepared to wait in line for long time while being pestered by the Chinatown vagrants. The craziest night being after Jay-Z concert when Jigga himself dropped by the club (!) and I was on the wrong side of the rope :(
I love this club - I only hope that their success doesn't go to their head. The few clubs that saves me money as I'm usually having too much fun dancing instead of spending time at the bar trying to supplement my own fun.Listed in: A Compendium of Fine…, "You're the best! Around!", East Van Life
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Review from Reena M.
6/28/2010 1 Check-in Here
This location is great because it's away from the Granville strip and busy parts of downtown Vancouver. Meaning, it's easier to find parking here (if you're driving). But if you prefer to be in the downtown core, then maybe it's not ideal.
The people working here from the bouncers, to coat check, to bar staff were all super friendly. There were no creepy guys trying to grind with you. Always a plus. The music was danceable and it wasn't your typical hip hop style of music on a Friday night.
However, I like dancing to hip hop music. I would have been happier if they had included a little bit of it in to the mix. (Are there nights they play mostly hip hop?). They were a bit slow getting back to me with the guest list so I wasn't aware of what time to arrive until the day of. But by then I wasn't able to notify my friends.
I was slightly put off by the $15 cover... but is that the going rate these days? I don't even know. Honey charges $10. Then they had a mandatory coat check for $3. So basically, if you brought a coat, the bare minimum it costs to dance here is $18. That is a little ridiculous. Drinks were $6.75 for singles, and $8.75 doubles.
So overall, I thought Fortune was okay. I found it to be a pretentiously priced, and the music was okay for dancing to, but we didn't have a blast. -
Review from Barb F.
Vancouver, BC
1/12/2011
I will only consider the FSC as a show venue for this review. I have never been here for a usual club night.
I saw the band Little Dragon last night, and found the venue fell short for my overall experience. Over 450 tickets were sold for the show, and it seems like that was really too many. Granted I am no amazon woman, but I couldn't see anything aside from the occasional scalp. I tried up front where I was doing an unsolicited lambada with a few other fans and gave up before oxygen depletion kicked in. Retreating to the back was a better bet, but still no real view. The stage is far to low to give anyone a great vantage. My boots stuck to the floor, and on our way in the lines through various check-points seemed a little over the top. I would say we waited about half an hour to get into the actual club, so we missed the opening band.
The lighting and sound seemed pretty decent, so at least I got a bit of a laser show to the sounds of the band.... -
Review from Leroy L.
3/2/2010
A night club in Chinatown? Is everyone there Chinese? Surprisingly it was a mixture of all types of people! We went here on Saturday night when jojoflores(Deep House) was the guest DJ and it was the best club experience since the days of Graceland, Luv-A-Fair, Red Lounge, Starfish Room, Celebrities(before the reno), and the World(pre-Granville St). Everyone at Fortune was there to have a good time and just dance! Unlike the pretentious, chumpy attitude that fills the Granville Strip every weekend, there were no negative attitudes on this night! The sound system was phenomenal, as was the size of the dance floor. The club itself was beautiful, but not over the top like the rest of the new clubs that are starting to all look the same. All staff were respectful and friendly! Drinks were good and reasonably priced. I'll definitely be coming back!
p.s. Does anyone recognize the bartender Aaron from the old Telus commercials that were made to look like GAP ads? -
Review from Stephanie M.
Vancouver, BC
9/4/2010
I've been here twice now on a Friday night, and while I agree that the sound system is amazing, I thought the music was just "OK" and not as danceable as at other clubs. But they probably have a very different selection of music on different nights...
The not-so-great features of Fortune are the pricey drinks, pricey cover even if you're on the guest list (this gets a mixed review because both times I was on the guest list; I had to pay cover the first time but not the second) and slightly sketchy location (off the Granville strip, yes, but not the ideal spot if you're taking public transit etc. alone at night as a single female).
The great features of fortune are the atmosphere, the relative lack of sketchy characters invading your personal space and the friendly bartending /bouncer staff. Fun times!Listed in: Best Happy Hour
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Review from Christine R.
New Westminster, BC
11/20/2009
This place has only been open a few months, I'm told, and it looks amazing. It's smack in the middle of Chinatown, so they've taken a few design cues there, from the mural that runs along the entry staircase (I felt a little like I was going up to Andy's friend's funky apartment in Pretty in Pink) to the big round reddish lights at either end of the room that reminded me of the Japanese flag.
I was there early in the night for an event, so it was very chill with DJs playing and lots of space to lounge around on the banquettes and chat. Bartenders, coat check staff, and door staff - all very nice and friendly, too. And would you look at the size of that dance floor! I'm going to have to start staying up later.
PS No beer on draft here, only bottles. But reasonably priced. -
Review from Patrick M.
Vancouver, BC
6/11/2011
I've been really looking forward to going to Fortune for some time as I've heard it is a great live venue and different from the rest. Unfortunately the host/hostess, whatever you want to call the greasy hipster taking names at the front, ruined the entire experience and my first impression of the club. I won't go on a personal vendetta against him, but to be frank, he was awful. I worked in the hospitality industry for over 5 years and as a doorman specifically for over a year. Never have I been more turned off from a club than from the experience I had with this cream puff. It's unfortunate that one person can sway my entire judgement of an establishment that I otherwise probably would have liked and had really hoped to... but sadly I was turned off before ever getting the chance.
The amazing thing about the situation is that the doorman who was patrolling the sidewalk was extremely pleasant. Instead of the normal douche who yells at you to get off the road or to move from out front of the club's exit (and admitingly I was one of those dicks in the past), he was kind and simply requested that you move along.
Hopefully I will come to forgive and forget the greasy prick at the front who goes power hungry with a clipboard and return to experience the good things I have heard about this venue... but until then I am left with the sour taste of a rotten a$$h*le. -
Review from Dani B.
1/6/2010
This place looks almost hidden in China town, but its definitely the newest hotspot in Van.
I've been here a couple of times and the bar has a nice atmosphere, good drink specials, and a kickin' sound system.
I will definitely be frequenting this place often and i'm sure you will too! -
Review from Kayli F.
Vancouver, BC
8/31/2010
If you like impeccable mash-ups, headlining DJ's, a sound system that makes your soul shake and a crowd that will inspire your sense of fashion, Fortune Sound Club is the perfect place to spend your Wed, Fri, or Saturday nights.
Located in the up and coming district of China Town, this is a great place to get your groove on while avoiding the hustle and bustle of Granville St. Nawmsayin'? -
Review from Rebecca H.
North Vancouver, BC
7/10/2010
Before I say anything, I have to say that the sound system is incredible. It envelops you in an ocean of rhythm, harmony, and emotion.. It also doesn't leave your ears ringing. However, asides from that, I was not as impressed with Fortune as many people. I felt that it was overpriced, and that the music which was being played out of said amazing sound system wasn't that great. Half the time, I felt like I was standing there going "How do you dance to that????". And is it really worth $15???? I've paid $30 to go to one of the best clubs in Montreal (in one of the hottest location) to see Bob Sinclair. Or, I've paid $15 to go clubbing on the top floor of the tallest building in the city. I just wasn't exactly sure what I was paying $15 for.
Also, is it standard that guest listing only gets you ahead of the line? Every other time I've guest listed, it's been a no cover deal.
I also found the location a little sketchy. As a single woman going to a club and then heading home in a different direction from her friends, Chinatown does not feel like the safest place to be. I usually walk everywhere, but I hailed a cab this time. I think I prefer clubs in location with a little more hustle and bustle.
Overall all though, I did have a great time because I was with some great people! It's amazing how even when things don't live up to expectations, the friends who you go with can exceed them. -
Review from Kal B.
12/13/2010
came here for a halloween slash bday party.. it was actually pretty fun
supposedly designed by DJs for optimum sound. they have a small hip hop room in the back which played awesome music.
also known to have a variety of mini-concerts within the week.
great find in Chinatown for clubbing.. hard to get a cab after tho! -
Review from Jillian B.
6/30/2010
My boyfriend and I looked around yelp to find a couple clubs to check out during out weekend getaway to Vancouver, since Fortune Sound got so many great ratings, we thought we'd give it a try.
Pros: Great sound, great decor, great staff.
Cons: Not central at all, expensive drinks, slightly limited bar selection (they didn't even have grenadine!), slow start (wasn't alive by 11:30 on a Friday), lacking a party feel, a lot of people standing around.
Cover was $15 on their "Happy Ending Fridays" (still not sure what that meant)Also their Long Island Ice Tea was $14! The bartender even told us that it was a rip off.
Along with the long walk at the beginning of the night and the $15 cover, this wasn't worth it at all, we were pretty disappointed about the entire experience, but I will give it 3 stars because the staff was really quite nice and helpful, and it really did have a great decor, and being a sound tech, I know that this place has great sound. -
Review from Amy E.
BC
3/17/2010
This venue is in a kind of crazy area, but when you get inside its filled with great people and even better music. Not to mention one of my favourite Vancouver musicians, Chin Injeti always plays there and all the best dancers in the city tend to party here so it's great for watching amazing moves. Stoked for Chin's CD release party here on the 6th! WOOHOO it's going to be killer.
I really recommend this Vancouver hot spot! -
Review from Nikki C.
7/7/2011
We went here on 4th of July weekend while visiting that beautiful city that is Vancouver from Seattle. We've lived in Seattle for a couple of years now and are bummed about the lack of good dancing venues. We read reviews online and saw that Fortune was the place to go in Vancouver. We're so glad we did! We arrived pretty early (OK, we were the first ones there) but this is our preference because we like to find a good spot on the dance floor and stay there. This club features different guest djs and events weekly, this time it was the "other guys" event with funk, jazzy, mixes in the large room. To be honest, we didnt even like the music there, but there was a smaller (and I mean small) room that opened up at 12am. This room played a mix of everything! I heard some GREAT old school stuff from Saadiq to Badu to some old school reggae. We loved the way that the songs were all mixed up! We had a blast and stayed until the club closed!
So, check out the nightly event, see if you'll be into the music and be prepared to pay quite a high cover charge ($15). But also be prepared to have a great time with a great crowd of friendly Canadians! -
Review from joseph b.
11/26/2009
this is by far the best club in vancouver.
after nearly giving up on the nightlife in this city, a friend brought me to this gem on a thursday night. there was no cover, tons of cute girls and a really good 'party' vibe that you don't find at most clubs in van.
the bartenders were all cool and seemed to be having fun. i wish i knew who the dj's were because they destroyed the floor for the few hours i was there, with the help of the function one sound system of course...yes indeed.
i didn't see a single ed hardy shirt i do believe -
Review from Leanne M.
Vancouver, BC
4/19/2010
My friends and I went to Fortune Sound Club this past Saturday night. It was terrific!
I had read in other people's reviews how friendly the staff were...it's totally true! When we got there we were greeted by smiling staff :) Also towards the end of the evening, I realized that I had lost my coat check ticket. I went to the coat check girl and explained that I had lost my ticket but I did remember the coat check number. She said it was no problem and I just described the 2 jackets and she found them and gave them to us. Normally, at other clubs, you have to wait until the end of the night, until everyone else had picked up their jackets and then, maybe then, the coat check staff might give you your coats. This wasn't the case at Fortune and we were really pleasantly surprised.
The drinks were definitely reasonable ($6.75 for a single highball, $8.75 for a double). Also, I liked that their "bar vodka" was Absolut (not some crappy stuff you've never hear of) and that they poured into shot glasses and quite often let it overflow over the sides of the shot glass a little bit. They didn't do it for every drink, but it happened a few times and this made me feel like they weren't trying to be cheap! Also, the bussers who were picking up empty glasses at the tables only came to pick up our empty glasses when they were actually empty! At many other clubs like the Red Room and Celebrities I always feel like I have to hold onto my glass otherwise the bussers take them away even if they are still 3/4 full. I don't know why clubs think that if they take your almost full glass away that you'll just buy more booze and forget that it happened. This may be the case while you're at the club but you remember these types of things (ie: why I no longer go to the Red Room or Celebrities and why Fortune is now my new favorite spot).
It was $15 per person cover and it was worth every penny! The music was sooooo good! It was deep, soulful, tribal house music but totally dancable (sometimes deep house can be a little bit slow to dance to but not in this case). The place was packed and everyone was dancing. My friends and I are definitly going back soon! I think this place is our new club to go to :)
PS: I would recommend going early as the line-up starts around 11pm. By 11:20 the club was packed.
Leanne -
Review from megan p.
2/23/2010
i've been in vancouver since feb 6th for winter olys and this is by far my fav club. Great sound system, good DJs, cool space, and HOT bartenders, especially Aaron.
