Natalye R.
Yelp
I never made it to the old SchwuZ in Kreuzberg so I am not qualified to compare it to the new location, but I can say that I think the new spot is tops!
Above all else, SchwuZ is a dance club and gay bar, but occasionally the space hosts shows, which is why I found myself there on a recent Friday night.
I was impressed by the size of the place, though I am told the old location was also huge. It's definitely industrial both inside and out, but it has been remodeled so that there are new touches, such as a clean bar area and a nice stage. The sound is good and what might be the largest disco ball in any Berlin club hangs over the dance floor. There is an open feel to the floor-plan and layout, and what SchwuZ lacks in atmosphere it makes up for in space.
What I also liked about this place was how friendly everyone working was--well, most everyone. Our bartender seemed a little grumpy, but the people working security and at the wardrobe were genuine and smiling. It definitely made the place feel more welcoming.
Also, I really like that there is a separate room for smoking, and a sign near the bar reminding people not to smoke. No one actually enforced this when a few people did smoke, but I still appreciate the gesture toward keeping smoke from taking over the whole club.