by Katie B. on I wasn't in the mood for planning NYE since I plan events/social gatherings like it's my job, oh wait... So, a girlfriend was in charge and I told her the only place I didn't want to be stuck was at a club. I learned quickly that she doesn't listen to me. Inevitably I ended up with a $75 open bar ticket to newly opened (newly opened as in NYE was its first go with the public) Eden. Its vine-y, arborous digs have taken over the old Opera/Crimson space. I always liked the whole inside/outside vibe of Opera, so I am glad they didn't touch that aspect when they did their renovations. I am not so much a fan of the new layout, as there is a dance floor the size of a New York apartment's kitchen space, but you work with what you're given, right? Oh, and work with it we did! We poached up right in front of the DJ, naturally, and shimmied all over the small space, when others caught on, we moved up to the raised stages that divide each "table service" area. Needless to say, we christened the place with our sweet, sweet NYE moves. And we definitely drank more than $75 worth of liquids, so even though I didn't want to be at a club, I can't say I had any issues with it as the clock struck midnight, and then one, and then two... It looked as if there were two DJs on stage switching effortlessly between transitions, but we came to find out that the other guy was playing with the lighting all night long. I like that Eden hired someone specifically to make sure the venue looked all aglow at any given moment. Mad props. There are two bars (one petite one outside and a long one inside to the right when you walk in), and if they pack the place on a regular night, I can see it being difficult to wedge your way in there consistently as the night turns into the wee hours of the morning. So, get libated early to avoid any bar issues! Not entirely sure if they are planning on expanding into the old Crimson space, as it wasn't open to us NYErs. All in all, I would say Eden has the potential to create quite the hedonistic experience. Ironic, don't you think?
by A. S. on I read the reviews about this place before I went over last night. I also had an email from a person who got me on the list stating that if I arrived before 11, cover charge would be waived. Sure enough, I ran into previously mentioned d-bag bouncer in a horrible suit (don't need to use all of the buttons on the coat, Ace). He stated that I had a discount, but would still have to pay cover. I argued, but ended up paying because I didn't want to risk not being allowed in, even though i knew I was supposed to get in for free... Drinks were expensive as well. Don't plan on returning and would not recommend the place to anyone else. Also, might be a good idea to print out email confirmations (even though it say you do not need to have it), to prove you should be getting in for free. Sounds like this place is a repeat offender when it comes to charging people...
by Isaias Fiermonte on I love Hong Kong. Its trashy, fabulous, diverse crowd, get-ya-crunk Scorpion Bowls, and bumping, occasionally hilarious hip-hop add up to a great time. The only dance floor in the city where I've been hit on by dudes reppin' the Ivy League and the Ivory Coast in the same night. Go here with your girls, get wasted, and dance your little butt off without pretension.
