Bogarts has some pretty hellacious security but for a damned good reason. Alot of crazy stuff happens there.And honestly, their rules are simple and easy to follow. If you break them, thats your problem, not theirs and they have every right to kick you out..
Yes, they will take your smokes. Wtf do you expect? They're located in Ohio, its illegal for you to smoke in there,not to mention (having been there myself before the ban) its pretty much impossible to breathe in there if everybodys got a cigarette lit. I smoke myself and I'm disappointed that you cant smoke in there at all anymore,but I understand the reason why, especially for this type of venue that is older and has bad ventilation.
The bathrooms *are* nasty but, the building is very old and people do stupid stuff like put out their cigarettes, which they're not supposed to have, on the toilet seat.
In short, this venue is for for adults and people who are there for the show.Its how rock concerts are meant to be. Grungy, crazy and awesome. If you want spotless bathrooms and security that kisses your butt, go to Riverbend or something and pay three times as much for that cushy seat up in the nosebleed section.I'm sure you'll have SO much more fun. lol
Also: Don't be stingy. You dont have to give the panhandlers money but I bet they also wouldnt turn down a free meal.Buy a brother a cheeseburger or something. That way he *can't* spend it on crack and atleast you'll have done something helpful instead of whining about it.
Pros: Cheap tickets, awesome atmosphere
Cons: Gross bathrooms, whiny patrons
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