AJA Channelside

"So I know theres some mixed reviews out there and it may discourage some to go... I was one of them but despite my concerns I decided to check out this spot anyways because I heard it would meet my nightlife expectations since it is difficult to find down here in Tampa. I went last Friday and this spot was pretty cool. Nice decor both outside and inside DJ was on point, hookah was pretty good and the food was good. They have a small food menu but I got the lobster tail with mac for $15 unbelievable price for what you get but it was good. The staff was friendly as well and professional. Shout out to Anna she was the real mvp of the night making me feel like a VIP she was cool and down too earth only flaw was she had all of the women patrons and female workers beat and it's not just because of her looks but because of her awesome personality! But I'd recommend this place for a good channelside party spot. Highly recommend bringing a group for a better time."

"This was a good place for cocktails before midnight. Bartenders served good drinks with cool personalities can't complain there. Unfortunately it gets a bit too urban and crowded for my taste after midnight. Enjoyed the outside deck with my friends so will be returning soon."

"I had been to AJA a few years ago and it used to be an awesome place to dance. I even saw Derek Jeter there a few yrs back. I went last week on a Saturday. The bouncer didn't even know the cover price. As girls we paid $10 to go in and the door girl didn't even have a away to swipe my card and asked us to go to the ATM that has a $5 charge . She kept saying she didn't have a way to take my card bc she wasn't even the door girl. We get inside and no one was dancing even though it was almost 1am. That place has potential but it needs to get people to dance with better music. Hopefully AJA can bring some good DJ out here because we need more places to hang out in the down town area. I stayed for about 20 minutes and went to Franklin Manor."

"Do not attend events promoted by QC. If Marquise or Chris from QC are involved, your experience will be one of lies and deceit. They have multiple people promoting their big events and WILL give you inaccurate information about costs. I paid for a section that was supposed to include two bottles for 600. When I got to the venue, I was told that I would only get one bottle. They would not return any money that I paid and I was forced to either take what they gave me or leave. It was a classic bait and switch. So I spoke with one of the main promoters and she promised to honor what I was advertised. So after waiting another 15 minutes, I was told that they would upgrade my section and provide the bottles for the trouble. When I got to my section, 40 minutes went by before someone took my bottle order. It was 10:50 pm by this time and I got there around 9:45. They told me I had a limited selection to choose from and cornered me into selecting unfavorable brands. There was no empathy for the miscommunication, only excuses and please don't do business with THESE people. They aren't professional at all."

"Aja used to be the club to be at back in like 2012. The service and drinks were awesome and the atmosphere was great. But now it is a really crappy place to go. The entrance fee is way to high. The place stinks bad and the restrooms are filthy!! They use cheap liquor and mixers and charge like they use the top shelf stuff. The dj plays decent music but cant mix worth a damn. All the security guards think they own the place and walk around sizing people up just looking to start trouble. Honestly im never going to be going to Aja Channelside and if anybody is planning on going there dont go. You will thank me later"