Chars LIVE

"Chars 3.0 Update Fam: The OGs of Char's knew something was up. The top 5 bands are absent, the fav staff is gone, & the internet updates on the website/social media are hit 'n miss. We know the place is up for sale then sold, but we still want a place predictable in quality, service and experience. I'll be around to check on progress, but its tough to promote the locale when this much changed. The final night before the close with Von Willis was awesome and reminded me of the old throwback days. Great to see everyone one last time. If this place reopens, I'll put up a 4th revision review ~PT3 ______________________ ***Char's Live [2.0] is much improved. (The Good) The band, dj & singers are always on point. Hopefully Lady Jae returns one day. The drinks are cheaper than average, seating is comfortable & outdoor is heated when needed. This is a predominantly 70's-80's baby group but some young folks sprinkled in. The catering outside is solid & fairly priced. The renovations were nice & appreciated. People in general are friendly & engaging with the staff frankly the best part. Reservations are set online only & wisest 2-3 days in advance with a table $ ordering minimum. Same goes for the side vip rooms. The door charge MAY seem steep, but it includes 2 drinks & band cover. This is intentional to filter out bodies there for the wrong reasons. (The Bad) The dance floor is the same size as before so make sure you are OK with people touching you. The AC is MUCH improved. Expect to sweat your edges out still if you are a High EFFORT dancer. They reduced the number of bar stools noticeably so the bar area is not for reclining but ordering. There is a sliding stall door in the men's restroom but only fits 2 at a time so could be awkward if you are a lineman. The line outside is a strugggggle if you get caught up in it, prep your heart for a 1 hr wait IF THERE is a premier band. Normal groups, no wait. If your friends show up after, they can't cut or get it after you do. Limited non-reservation tables so be there early if you want a seat. Vip room includes a speaker, but not within eyeshot of love performing groups. A TV with livestream however was added but isn't used much. ***The punchline: Bang for your buck, this place is great & I'll be back. Cya tonight. -Pt3"

"Was a great evening. We drove around for an hour looking for a place just like this. My wife Charmaine and I had a fun evening. The band was spectacular. The room has perfect layout. Beautiful people everywhere! Loved the Golden lounge. We will be back!"

"Have absolutely loved coming in here for many years. The absolute best blues bar, and overall live music in Phoenix. But I went last evening and found out now they charged $25 entry fee if you would like to set it a table even if it’s not busy. Two of my party had to use the restroom which they were nice enough to let them do as I waited by the front door. I watched six other people find out the entry fee and turn around and leave. Hopefully they make it a bit more reasonable soon it has always had a cover and should. But it was like 10 or 15 bucks. I know they remodeled but you pay extra to sit on the new furniture anyway."

"I had heard many of times that this place was good. That was back in the days when it was good. This place is garbage. It is totally outdated. The good singers that used to sing their don't sing there anymore. The good bands that used to play their don't play there anymore. The employees drama spills out onto the customers what should never happen they need to keep their business to themselves. What kind of management is going on here? This seems like one of those you need me I don't need you places. The furniture looks like an old episode of Good times which is already back in the days. There is no food so it's hard to write it on food some of the food vendors that come in there are good and some are just okay. Invite your friends or not they are probably not going come. Don't even waste your time there is nothing to get excited about here at all."

"Super impressed with this place. I expected an older crowd, but it was very diverse. The band and singer were fantastic. And the free drink tickets with the cover were a great idea. Me and my friend had a great time as two 27 y/o’s."