Heaven Can Wait

Fun place to see bands. Ecletic Alphabet City decor. They don't have food so be aware. Bartenders are fine for pouring beers, but that seems to the ceiling for their talents - they have signature cocktails but the bartenders don't seem to enjoy making them nor do they do a great job - must've been Management's idea but they didn't train the bartenders. I found that even asking a bartender about the beers is greeted with an eye roll. Not sure if that's because they aren't familiar or don't think questions are warranted? Summary - worth seeing bands here but stick with simple beers and eat before or after.

I'm from California and stayed in New York for 2 months and this was by far my favorite little venue for live music. The aesthetics were on point, the bartender was super friendly (and also form CA!), the beer options were adequate and most importantly the sound was superb!

Decent bar nice venue. Been a few times to see friends bands play always a blast. Gets a bit crowded and they still charge tax when you pay cash so an 8 dollar beer , you pay with a 10, you get 1 dollar back. I’m actually pissed about that now that I think about it That’s all I can think about and now I’m mad. But the show was free because I rsvpd. But I’m still thinking about that 30 cents or whatever. That’s all I can think about

I was here on Monday & the sound in the room was soo good! Shout out to the sound guy they had working. All of the staff was super nice and it opened up the space for all of us to listen to the music that the bands were playing. Overall great time. It’s such an interesting and intimate space visually too, the lighting was great as well. I hear they have DJs at night, possibly starting at 11pm. If you’re ever in the area and looking to listen to live music or dance a bit, I’d say you should go check it out. There was a cover

Played a show here and was very happy with the experience. Staff was incredibly friendly from the moment I arrived at the venue, and the sound crew (Tyler) went above and beyond to make sure the whole show went flawlessly. The venue itself is very intimate - there are a selection of small booths - but also plenty of standing room to get right up next to the stage. I believe the back room can also be rented out for private parties.

What a great place. Hadn’t heard of it. Has a big party. Rented out the back room. We all kept going in and out to the room and the main room. Rock/ live bands, gets a little crowded but great vibes. We had our own bar in our private room which was convenient because it was hard to get drinks in the main room. Our room had a disco ball and tables and sitting space on the perimeter. Every group within our group had their corner. We had like 50 people in our private room. It was amazing. Great drinks, decent prices. Right in the heart of east village. A gem. #SameTimeNextWeek

Awesome venue with great bands. Recently saw Questa here and their sound was terrific. Tickets prices are very reasonable and bartenders do a solid job

It is absolutely shocking to me how the security at this venue treat its guests. I have not seen such aggressive behavior in my entire life. I was inappropriately touched by the venue’s bouncer twice yesterday (once when going out, he pushed me to ask me to leave my glass, which I was planning to do one step later at the door), the second time he came around and said “you need to get the hell out of here right now because there people waiting outside for the next event” While, I just had got my drink at the bar and paid $35 with tips. (why didn’t the bar stop selling drink drinks when you need to kick out the people?) I wouldn’t mind at all to rules and I understand when we have different events booked in one night, but this type of aggressive (physically, and verbally) behavior is completely unacceptable and cannot be tolerated. I saw a few more people complain yesterday. So very obvious this is not an isolated case. The manager did refund our drinks, but this does not erase the humiliating and aggressive behavior, which was completely unnecessary and unaccounted for. Dear owners. As a person who runs a festival, organizes events, and owns two venues. if my bouncers treat the guests or audience at my place, the way yours treated so many people yesterday - I would fire them on the spot. And I’m not some woke far left individual. This is simply and utterly unacceptable.

very good at first now after last visit so much has changed. Horrible management went back on their word a few times horrendous vibes and I seriously never ever want to step foot in this place ever again

Went here several months ago and was just reminded of what a bizarre and unfriendly experience I had. I went my boyfriend and a friend. My boyfriend went up to the bouncer while my friend and I trailed behind -- he was asking if there was a special event or show happening or just regular bar night -- and the bouncer said something like "it's only for young people." Confusing as everyone in our party was between the ages of 23-26, which is like the median age for bars in the area? Bouncer said he had to ask the manager if we could come in, and after a minute came back to tell us we were good to go. Was definitely expecting it to be crowded since they were being so selective with their patrons, but we walked into a practically empty bar. There were a group of very Euphoria-esque looking teens dancing on the little stage and definitely drinking, so I sure hope they were doing their due diligence with IDs. Wasn't super expecting that when they said it was for "young people." Ambiance would've been nice if it weren't for the odd vibe. We chatted with the bartender who seemed nice enough and was equally perplexed when we asked about the young people comment. We had shots and a drink each, and danced for a half hour. My friend went back up to the bar to buy another $15 well drink, and the manager who was wearing a captain's hat (???), came up behind her and made a weird "cut her off" gesture to the bartender from behind my friends back. It was the one where you drag your thumb across the front of your throat. I saw him do this and was immediately and completely weirded out. I told my bf and friend what I'd seen and we left immediately. It was probably 11:30 on a Friday night and was still mostly empty. Overall, could be super cute if it weren't for the weird vibe (which is mentioned in several other reviews, so it seems to be a theme here unfortunately), but would not recommend in its current state.

i don't know why they have such bad reviews but i went for the second time last night and can firmly say it is my favorite club in manhattan. they play a good mix of house and pop music!!

I'm currently at a show here and it is maybe the worst experience I have ever had. All these artists are amazing but this venue is so terrible. Too many people, too hot. This is astro world part 2. This should never have a sold out show because it's too many people.