700-Block: Part 1 - Tabú
Like The Blue Mirage, Tabú is a cavernous space that retains an intimacy through use of its ‘loungy’ seating areas. Saltwater fish tanks, water fountains and silver-mirrored curtains add to the flavor of both downstairs and upstairs bars. “We’re going to be hosting Spa Sundays,” Jeff continued. “We’re hoping that customers will come in for a pedicure or a manicure, while enjoying a martini at the same time. It’s like mixing a spa with a bar. Then, on Saturday nights we’re putting on shows… every week the performers will showcase a different theme. Tomorrow (tonight), we’re hosting Frankie’s original and annual Pink Party (a portion of the proceeds will benefit Breast Cancer Awareness).”
Jeff and Frank hope that the word continues to spread that Tabú is a fun and open alternative ultra lounge. Shows like tonight’s, featuring DJ Lady Atram and the Ladies of Tabú will be commonplace… Jeff and Frank mentioned that the first two Saturdays were already big hits.
Tabú is located on Main at the corner of Main and Goodell. Admission is $5 and guests must be 21 and over. Oh… and you must wear pink to get in. I am told that the show goes on at 11pm and the stars must use their own voices due to City codes.
Tabú Nightclub 777 Main Street Buffalo, New York 14203 Phone: (716) 854-1942
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vgs
big deal, same place different name, just close it now instead of six months from now, and save yourself time and money.
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AvaRouge
Is Jason still involved with the bar??
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RisingDamp666
Their cubicles are too small and the towels don't smell fresh. And dim the lights, for crying out loud.
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gaustad
If its not Soho, then bust.
It always amazed me; could not believe the draw that Soho has. Seems like everyone's main goal in the city is to be at Soho by Midnight.
People here do not like to change up their routine. This place is off the beaten path and has no parking.
Furthermore, Buffalonians are not yet up to the Lounge type atmosphere. They are bar and chicken wing people. Not bottle service people.
Wish it were different, but it is not.
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GDC
Lounge Scene is Hot right now in places like NYC. Being a party promoter in NYC, I should know, and the best lounges are the ones that offer foods like Sushi, Shrimps, Wraps, etc. ...Something to think about guys. But the Spa idea is something new, might just work.
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tudorguy
Seriously, why the negative posts right out of the gate? From what I understand, they had to change the name from Blue Martini to Mirage (just as they opened) because of a threatened lawsuit by someone who already "owned" that name in another state. So, it doesn't mean this is the third incarnation of the place, just the 2nd. And good for them for trying something new. Maybe it won't be as busy (nor cheezy) as SoHo, but who cares? True, the parking is not the best, but City Lights and Rumors did it for YEARS with far fewer other things happening in the area. If their towels smell, tell them - maybe they'll change them! I wish them nothing but the best. We all should.
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bufflow
Was this post a kiss and make up after earlier two posts focused on Tabu's request for strip club license? Conveiniently, there's no mention of that or fact they even can't get a dance license because of prior bad acts. Did they give you free drinks to change your point of view?
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queenseyes
Nope, just stopped in last night and had fun. And I don't remember WCP saying to not give them a license... I recall the tone of the post was hoping that they would get one. In the end they didn't even need one. I assume that people following BRO already knew the background, so why repeat it? If you're looking for the posts they are also searchable on BRO.
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JohnnyWalker
In the past, Buffalo and Niagara falls always had great strip and alternative clubs The Palace, McVans, the Stage Door etc. Its time to dump the bluenoses and put a couple of new ones in. Maybe then Bufffalo would come across more like the avant garde city it use to be instead of a fundamentalist backwater.
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gaustad
I am all for a real gentleman's club in downtown Buffalo - it would make a fortune
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Martin
The paper towels that came out of the dispenser seemed pretty fresh to me considering it was a new roll [in a clean new bathroom which is refreshing in itself in a Buffalo Bar], it was also refreshing to meet a group of friends and relax in a lounge atmosphere on guess what...lounge chairs with fun music in the background. So what if they are trying to re-invent themselves. At least they are trying. A good time was had by all on Friday.
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tommyBluez
Frankie, all I have to say is -- you better work b*tch :-P You know I'll be there, I'm so glad to have a Marcella's alternative -- not that I go there anymore; but a new place that reminds of what cobalt could have been with the right owners that didn't run it down... =)
See you Friday Happy Hour, repeat of last week! And I hope the Pink party was great -- I missed it, ended up working doing the door for Yvonne.
At anyrate...... best of luck; I know it's going to go FABULOUSLY!!!!!
And to those of you being negative already -- it's not the same place with a different name. Parking isn't great *in front* but you have a whole long block from Allen St. to Goodell; it's a short quick walk -- and you can stop at Roxy's too!
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Tranliscious
Are you serious? who gives a rats how many names its been. Parking? are you really that fat and lazy? and who smells the paper towels..weirdo. A gay bar thats not filled with 18 year old children and instead with buffalo's sophisto elite. yeah id rather go to a hole stand watch the children act like tards rather then get dressed up sit down relax see some serious eyecandy, an amzing sat night show and mingle with a a kickass fun staff who buy the ay donates the door to local charities..yeah stupid...get out of your trailer shower buy a smart outfit and check the place out and everyone else dont listen to the people below who are either 18 bitter and banned. if you want sleezy ill hokk up with you in a car in the parkinglot i take valtrex evening go to marcellas.
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