Hairston's Dinner Club

My husband and I went last night (Sunday night) and was told that it was their last night being open. After 18 years they have closed their doors. I guess between Echolon opening and DJ NAB leaving, was just too much. Now where do grown folks go now on Sunday's....to the overcrowded Sports Bar where DJ NAB is now............NOT! more

This is one of the few times I have gone to a club after my college days, and after this experience I can say I won’t be back here, at least not without ear plugs and a full stomach. My wife finally was successful in dragging me out of the house and made reservations for us and her cousins at this club on Father’s Day night. Immediately upon entering the parking lot, we are hit up with a $5 valet parking charge without the ability to park on our own. But luckily we got there early so there was no cover for either of us to get in the actual club. Upon entering, we discovered that “Todd” did not write down our reservation request but since the place was fairly empty, we were seated without issue. However, almost immediately the extremely loud music began to enter my ear and it was borderline painful. I couldn’t even hear myself think and could barely hear my wife talking even though she was sitting right next to me. We literally had to communicate via text message almost the entire night. Then when it came time to order our food I had to point to what I wanted because the waitress couldn’t hear me either. I didn’t even get exactly what I wanted to drink because I just couldn’t think straight with constant low thumping bass and high trebles pounding in my head. All I could get out was “I’ll have what he’s having”. Speaking of the food, they are VERY expensive. While the food tastes good, it simply costs too much; and if you think the food is high you should see what their drinks cost. I had ONE Long Island iced tea and it was NINE DOLLARS. Also, because they only serve alcohol and bottled water I had to spend another 3 dollars for bottled water since that was the only non-alcoholic drink they had. Now keep in mind, this is the same bottled water you can get at Rite Aid or Kroger for $2.99 per 24 pack. While the experience wasn’t all bad, there were good song selections and I had a few laughs, I just couldn’t really enjoy myself due to the painfully loud music. My ears are still ringing and numb the morning after and I fear I have lost a significant amount of hearing due to this one night. I really don’t see how people can come here frequently as I would think 2 or 3 nights here would leave one completely deaf. There is no need to play music this loud in such a small building. To make things even worse it seemed the the volume would be turned up even higher during some tracks. This is simply uncalled for, people can still have a good time with music played at a lower volumes. To add insult to injury I spent nearly $60, including tip on good but overpriced food. I don't want to say it was a wasted night, but I've had better experiences elsewhere for far less the cost and without the ruthless onslaught on my ear drums. I won’t be back here anytime soon, and if I do eventually come back I’ll be sure to have earplugs in my pocket and food in my belly. Pros: Excellent waitress; good music; mature, drama free patrons that just want to have a good time. Cons: Music way too loud, food expensive, drinks way too expensive. more

When I'm at Hairston's which is about 4 times a month I alway's order the lemon pepper wings's. But on my Boyfriend's Birthday he had a T-bone steak that was seasoned to profection veggie medley and mash potato's that I swear were homemade. I had the Chicken Alfredo, a side salad and garlic bread that was to die for. The Chef, well who we thought was the Chef was the one to bring the food to the table which was refreshing. He then returned to check on us and we told him how perfect the food was and tried to tip him, but he said that the smile on our face was his tip. So now two week's later on a Sunday eve around six like before we ordered the same food again, but this time we brought along three friends. We told them how awesome Erick is in the kitchen and they all had the Chicken Alfredo. OMG this was the worst food I have ever had before me,the steak had no seasoning, was just bland. The mashed Potato's were instant, The Chicken Alfredo was just awful and so was the bread, no garlic at all. I then ask my server to have Erick come to our table and she said that he had'nt gotten to work just yet. So I ask her who was doing the cooking and she said the Chef, I said the Chef? Yes Chef Teddy she said, I then said he could learn a few thing's from Erick. I still paid for everything, but I will not eat there unless Erick is doing the cooking. So to all that will dine and party at Hairston's ask your Server if Erick is in the house,Cuz If he ain't then you better order only chicken wing's because that's the only thing the Chef can cook. Good job Erick keep the passion for Good Food. And for the Manager Todd, YOU GO BOY. Mike, Sean, Toy, Chanara thumbs up. Stacy more

PRO: Well it is a fun place. Great hostess. Our waitress Tori was great. She's awesome. Friends had a great time. CON: I do not recommend paying for a Birthday Platter/party. The total was $225 with tax and tip. There was supposed to be enough appetizers for up to 15 people, there wasn't (not even close. The owner Todd didn't seem to really care about that. I was extremely disappointed but didn't want to get upset /angry and ruin my birthday). When they bought the food out I was like WTH. It was 12 of us looking at this little platter of food. Nothing was set up when I arrived for my area, they only set up after I arrived (8:30pm). I had a total of 6 balloons for my "decorations" that they blew up after we got there. So a few of my guests who arrived before me were sitting at my reserved "party" area that didn't look reserved at all and had no decorations. Three of my guests carrying birthday cake and everything had to pay $15 dollars each to get in because it was after 9pm, 9:15pm to be exact (even though I only had a group of 12) and even though I had paid $225 for and reserved the birthday party for my guests. Oh and I reiterated over and over about my reservations and non-pork meatballs (4 weeks in advance, weekly almost, and two days before my birthday) and was assured about everything. When we get there, they didn't have non-pork meatballs. I thought I was going to get something special by paying a little extra but I feel I didn't at all. We would have had just as much of a good time by just coming, ordering off the menu, and partying. Paying extra for the Party Platters not recommended. more

He is very pleasant and friendly. If he ever leaves this place to go on his own or work with a real human being, it will match the personality of the owner, STEVE. NO STARS for that NASTY OLD PATHETIC GEEZER, or the greasy junk the owner passes off as food. You can digest the food, dance and drink, as long as you don't have to associate with that little pathetic sucker. I pity the entire staff that makes him the money. more

I made reservations with the manager Steve a month ago for my get together for my sister and her new inlaws. The manager Steve was great he told me everything I needed to do to secure my space and he put me in touch with his manager Todd. Todd was also great he was pleasant he knew everything about where we came from in Chicago and he confirmed everything I discussed with Steve. We get to the club last night and everything was going smooth until this old white haired snot box of a man is constantly hitting on my sisters 33 yr old cousin inlaw. His name was Bob and he claimed he was the owner and how him and his brother are the owners and he was going to make sure Hairstons was going to go back to having good looking people like her back in their doors!!! "HUH" the cousin asked what did that mean he told her her type, whats my type she asked ....light skin long hair beauties!!!!!!! WTF!!! and no matter how many times she tried to ditch him he popped up and his arrogance was showing all over his smug grin. Me and my sister have been coming to Hairstons for the last 5 years and Ive never had the displeasure of meeting this dude and we always had a great time with every color of the beautiful African American tree that blooms and I was ashamed of this "owner" who was not only a pervert but made us feel like whatever he spoke of of bringing back the old ways of things we will take a range check! Thank you Todd for your hospitality you and your staff were great! Steve thank you for being courteous and informative but if you guys work for that old geezer I'll be praying for yall!!!! I hope that guy wasn't married because he was like fiend to the yella gals in the place! more

I had my 39th birthday party at Hairston's Dinner Club in Stone Mountain. I was torn between patronizing Hairston's or Echelon 3000. I am so glad that I chose Hairston's! I had my party on a Friday night in Hairston's "Vanilla Room". The room was elegant, modern and well-kept. I had about 65 guests that attend my party. Hairston's prepared the food - wings, meat balls, catfish, and seafood salad. The food was delicious and on point! The manager, Steve, offered me an unbeatable price to have my party at Hairston's. He also accommodated my every wish and provided specialized attention - he gave me his cell number! Beyond all this, my guest and I received superb customer service. The hostess that was tending to my party was at my beck and call. She must have asked me if I needed anything a million times. Further, every time I made a visit to the bar, the bartender would say, "what can I get you birthday girl?" The DJ also gave me a few shout-outs" through out the night. Hairston's treated me like it was my night!!! The bottom line is...if you want a beautiful, fun place, with new and old school music, where ADULTS hang out, come on to Hairston's because the food is great and the customer service is amazing! Hairston's is a lot like McDonald's in that, their consistent, reasonably priced, good service, and a neighborhood fave! --- Monique more

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The first time I went to this remarkable club I had the time of my life. I was greeted by warm and hospitable staff willing to serve my husband and I. I enjoyed the type of music that was being played. The food was outstanding as well. I plan on celebrating my birthday there and any other time I want to dance that is the place I want to be. more

It is always interesting to read the reviews that try to sabatoge a long standing establisment like hairstons. A question come to mind. Did you call the club directly? more than likely the nikki love person did no such thing. Since I know for a fact, that had she done so...she would have had the privillage of dealing with the mananager todd directly. I have my parties at hairstons every year....and now my friends and family who want to stay away from partying with disrepectful 25 and under patron..chooses to host their events at Hairstons as well. Jennifer has always been polite and effecient. I have even called her directly in the middle of event had she was able to resolve what ever the issue was remotely. Her staff is more than respectable from the front door staff to the serving staff. Tidd the manager is always accomondating. It's unfortantly the nikki love girl judged the whole establishment based on a phone call to Ms. Jennifer's cell phone....but the questions still remains...why didn't she simply call the club????? Better luck next time Nikki, perhaps your online ranting tantrum is better suited for the blue flame....or Ambieance...oh that's right...they are no longer open....YET....the 20 plus year old establishment that is Hairstons dinner Club still is. more

Id first like to say I have to agree with not the NIKI LOVE person but the one who wrote a comment about what NIKI LOVE had to say! I have been coming to Hairstons for 7 years and have always recommended JENNIFER to any of my friends to plan and inform them on any event they are having at Hairstons! Not only is she professional she is confident in her business when I first started having events she would tell me shop around see if you can find something you like or some place that can do what we do and she'll be there when I call back and I ALWAYS DID! I had a small gathering there this Saturday and when Jennifer did call me back the first thing she did was apologize for the lateness in her call she explained there was alot of technical issues with their phone carrier and they were losing calls and messages> I know in life things happen but she remembered me and she set me up and when I came there Saturday everything I requested was in their RSVP book and I had a BLAST!!! sometimes people who want something for nothing should go to places that can do that for you , Hairstons does not entertain such people! Patience is a virtue I know JENNIFER just had a BEAUTIFUL baby boy and has another business so her plate can be full but she still represents the best of Hairstons!!! and im sure many will agree with me on that! more

I usually dont write reviews but I am just SO UPSET and DISAPPOINTED in the NON COMMUNICATION that I have received from JENNIFER. I talked to her one time and let her know that I wanted to throw a birthday party for my Fiance's 39th birthday party on 8-21-10. She has NOT returned any of my many calls. I even tried her cell phone one day this week and it was DISCONNECTED. I tried again and it was turned back on, left a message and NO RETURN CALL. I explained to her that I wanted to GIVE HER MY MONEY to book and confirm my section. I dont know what establishment who doesnt like to be PAID UPFRONT. I visited the place on Sunday 8-15-10 to see if I can talk to someone there. It was posted that they open at 5pm. I stayed until almost 5:30pm and NO ONE SHOWED UP. I really wanted to have his party there but now ... because of the NON COMMUNICATION .. I cannot .. THANKS JENNIFER FOR NOT CALLING ME BACK AND COSTING THE OWNER FUTURE PATRONS AND MONEY! more

The place was really something.. especially if you want to relax.. the music selection was something to look forward too. Pros: place more

I had my husbands 40th Birthday party here. I originally made the rsvp with Steve the manager and he was great very polite reassured me the level of service and atmoshpere I expected was going to be fantastic. He told me to meet with Todd and he would take great care of me and Todd was there greeted me and my guests had great stories to tell of our hometown of New York. Our section was were Steve promised , the music was great the atmosphere was very sophisticated. I had preordered party platters so I told the waitress and she was so rude her atitiude did not fit this establishment at all!!! She seemed like she did not want to be there! I have had parties there before and Channara always was my server and always did a great job! but this one omg Im glad what I ordered was prepaid and preordered so that I would not have to deal with her the rest of the night. Overall I had a wonderful time my husband and I stayed on the dance floor and the platters were delicious!! Thank you Steve and Todd for the great service. Im sure Whitney will not last in such a established adult mature night spot! Pros: food,music,atmoshpere Cons: server named Whitney more

If you like to hang with your peers, not kids, this place is fun. Music sort of tame. Atmosphere is really nice. Dress is varied. We dressed up and felt comfortable. Pros: Atmosphere more

The food was mediocre and the service was HORRIBLE! Waitress atitude so bad, had to have the manager to take the gratuity off o f the bill. DJ Nabs did his thing! more

I went to the Cherelle and Alexander show two weeks ago and it was FABULOUS! Cherrelle sounded great the show was live and it was HOT!!! the food was excellent and the server was courteous and professional.The dj after the show kept the party going and I couldnt stay off the dance floor. This is the place for the mature and sexy who want to have a good time great food and enjoy good music with a staff that know how to take care of their patrons .The bartender Mike was great his hospitality was refreshing .Me and my sister went to eshlon 3000 the night before and it was such the mega club of unprofessional staff , unfresh foods, and greedy managers who just want to pack a smoke filled club not once caring of the customers just the cha ching! Hairstons was great! Everyone was pleasant the food was delicious and it was smoke free and refreshing! Pros: DJ, Food, Service,Atmosphere Cons: dance floor not big enough more

Great music and decent selection of food. Lines can be long to bathroom and it can get crowded at times but the atmosphere more than makes up for it. Pros: Great Customer Service Cons: Pricey more

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The manager was very nice to us and seemed very interested in our celebration and event decorations. He came over and assisted with our needs and even found a light bulb for us out of his office because we forgot ours. He moved tables around, introduced us to other patrons and employees, assigned an attendant to help with our needs and then he even swept the floor when he saw paper on the floor in our booth. We insisted that it was okay and we could remove the paper but he insisted that he would not allow that from his customers. He mentioned starting a Website for professional women and inquired about participants for his ambitious site. He allowed us to bring in our own dessert table and a few desserts, including theme decorations. He opened the side entrance for us and did not question our actions as far as what our intentions were for decorating a portion of his club. He trusted our design. We were allowed in 3 hours before the event inorder to decorate. He checked in on us to make sure we were okay and did not need anything. I had to iorn my linen for the dessert table and he allowed me to do that as well with no complaints. The attendant checked in on us as well, she was a courteous sweetheart. Looking forward to our next event at Houston's~ Pros: The Manager Has Good Customer Service Cons: Let me think about that more~ more