Avalon
New York, NY 10011-5109
Phone: (212) 807-7780
Fax: (212) 807-0112
- Cross Street:
- Between 20th Street and 21st Street
- Directions:
- F, V at 23rd St
- Hours:
- Fri-Sun 10pm-4am
Editorial Review for Avalon – by Erin Behan
The Scene
The redesign of the former church leans heavily on modern club accoutrements: lots of under-lit bars, back-lit walls, a glowing entryway floor and plenty of VIP areas. All the slick lounges and bars lead to one destination: the chapel/dance floor. And with its soaring ceilings, sizeable stage and gigantic DJ booth, it's easy to see why mega-DJs feel at home. Not everyone comes to dance, and there's plenty of room in the 20,000-square-foot club for equal-opportunity ogling, especially from the balcony above the dance floor.
The Draw
The deafening sound system and the high-tech lighting rig add an extra kick to the big-name DJ performances. The nearly anything-goes dress code keeps the club semi-relaxed, despite the often hefty cover, and the drinks, though served in small plastic cups, provide the expected punch. The dance floor's drag queens, however, seem like a grasp at Limelight times past.
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Insider Tips
Look GoodDon't get distracted by the fledgling DJs in the semi-unisex bathroom. The right side is for girls, the left for boys.
Know Before You GoThere's no re-entry, so head to the outdoor garden when you need a smoke break.
When to GoJohn Blair heads up Sunday's gay night with rotating resident DJs, including Manny Lehman and Alex Lauterstein. Ladies flock to Hunk-O-Mania Friday and Saturday nights, with doors at 7pm, show at 8pm.
User Reviews for Avalon
11/17/2007 Posted by rachelbff
Do Not try to compare it to what Limelight used to be- because it is a totally different club run by a separate management group. Although it isn't what "we" are all used to - it is one of the best club scenes in NYC!! The atmosphere is trendy and "clubbish" with dark lights- high ceilings- and deep bass.. the surround sound system in the main room is one of the best i've heard since Sound Factory or The Tunnel... There is a range of music from techno-mixed with jungle to Hip-Hop and R&B in a smaller room. Yes it is pricey- but it is in NYC and thats what you should expect when you walk into a club that is as well known as Avalon. The drinks are not as expensive as Crobar so that is a plus and if you go during happy-hour they are half price. The trick to gettin in before mid-night and paying 1/2 price is your attitude. If you give the bouncers a mean look they will charge you full price- walk in with a smile and you'll get what you want. The dress-code is the best part- come as you please.. i believe you can wear hats as other clubs make you take them off and heels/sneakers/sandals are welcome Try to get there early because the lines run around the block sometimes especially in the winter time and do not bring large bags or heavy coats- come in a cab and just deal with the weather-- they have a pricey MANDATORY coat-check All in all this is one of the hottest places to go if you are in the mood for a good night with your friends and love to dance!!! have fun :)
Pros: Terrific Music
Cons: Pricey
08/12/2007 Posted by themoagain
I went to Avalon this Friday for my friends 21st birthday. People had warned us about this place, but Sean Kingston was performing that night and we had VIP access, so we figured how bad it could it be. We figured very, very wrong. We arrived a little after 11:00 with a group of 6 people. The pushy bouncers and RUDE, INCONSIDERATE staff forced the Birthday girl down the hallway so that we couldn't wait for the rest of the group. Again, being forced to move along they told her she and everyone else had to pay $30 (knowing it was her birthday and that we had VIP admission), Whether this was blatant stupidity or a set-up, we don't know, but they gave the admission tickets to the LAST person in the group, who we were told we were not allowed to wait for. Even with the tickets being presented no more than 2 minutes later, we were given an attitude and told that there were no refunds no matter what. This place packs a crowd of scumbags and doesn't deserve a dime of your money. Even once inside, a 3oz. cup with vodka and cranberry will cost you $11, and the sketchy atmosphere is enough to drive anyone away. If this is how they treat their VIP guests i can't imagine what it must be like to be a regular customer at avalon.
Cons: Rude staff, small, expensive drinks, pretty much everything
Schedule
| 07/06/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 07/10/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
| 07/13/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 07/17/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
| 07/20/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 07/24/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
| 07/27/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 07/31/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
| 08/03/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 08/07/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
| 08/10/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 08/14/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
| 08/17/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 08/21/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
| 08/24/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 08/28/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
| 08/31/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 09/04/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
| 09/07/2008 | Avalon Sundays | |
| 09/11/2008 | Hot&Heavy Thursdays | |
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