Area 51

Im a big fan of trance, techno, house and straight up just having a good time and when we made our way to area 51 we had all of those things!!! we walked in on a friday night and it was pretty packed!! lights flashing!! fog machines going!! and everyone dancing and having a good time. im not a fan of the downstairs just cause its not my type of music but friday nights upstairs are off the hook. in the 21 and up section the bartenders where all really nice and even got me hooked on alot of there amazing made up drinks. the bathrooms could use some work but i mean come on now, we dont go to clubs for the bathroom, we go to have a good time, the DJs played alot of my favorite music and they even played some music i requested!! i really love this club on thursday nights (80s music) and espcially friday nights (techno,trance,house ect!! i will continue to go on fridays and i will continue telling people how much fun it is and bring them along!!

Pros: Awesome DJ and Techno and Bartenders!

Cons: Doesnt stay open all night!

I decided that I would have a night out which is a rare occasion for me. I remembered Area 51 to be fun, crowded and play a great variety of music. Boy have they changed. The dancefloors both upstairs and downstairs had plenty of room because no one was dancing. The DJ was incredibly rude. They say they accept music requests but that is only if you are patient enough to stand there staring at his back while he pretends not to see you for at least 5 minutes. The music was pretty much straight techno upstairs which didn't seem much different from the gothic dancfloor downstairs.They had Go Go dancers upstairs that instead of dancing were sitting on the floor in the corner. Whats the point of a dancer that doesn't dance or socialize? The building is old and looks like its about to crumble around you.The bathrooms were disgusting. The only positive thing about this club was the Bartenders I'm sure they were only nice because they need your tips.I for one will never go back next time I will try to find someplace a little more exciting.

Pros: THE BARTENDERS WERE NICE

Cons: THE DJ SUCKED

I visited Area 51 back in 2008 for the first time and to be honest, it seemed pretty great. The fact is that I was drunk and pretty upset so anything that would get my mind off of things was good enough.
I visited a few more times after than and I found myself running up and down the stairs to get away from the music. Downstairs has depressing goth music that just sounds crappy and pissy all the time. Impossible to dance to. Up stairs is pop and hip hop and the absolute opposite. All around are annoying kids who don't know how to act around other people. Emo kids who look like they just don't know how to have a good time, and a large group of people 40+ who just stand there and stare at you in their black make up and clothes.
The condition of the building is horrible! At one point up stairs the whole dance floor was jumping to music, looking up I could see the ceiling was bending like it was made of plywood. Not only that, but a large amount of dust and other particles fell into my face, triggering my asthma.
I could stand for it all though knowing they added a sort of trance/techno night recently.
It was the Friday after my 21st birthday and I invited a few friends to come along. My friends are gay and upon walking in I knew we weren't welcome by the staff.
I asked a simple question about the price and he practically asked us to leave, stating with an attitude to "Have a good night"
And pointed to the door.
We were VERY upset. It was a birthday celebration and we wanted nothing more than to have a good time.
Not only that but I have been told by a very reliable source that people under the age of 18 who know the owner, are allowed to drink. Very unsafe for naive simple minded teenagers. The lowest rating here is 1 star, but if I could, I would give it a -5.
My friends and I were shocked.

Pros: Nothing anymore

Cons: Rude, bad condition, horrible music

I go to Area semi-regularly but it's still my favorite club in SLC for a number of reasons. It's got a very young, experimental, energetic crowd (not the place to go if you're a divorcee hard up for marriage or a budding missionary) and in general is really tolerant. There are *lots* of GLBT people that go regularly, myself included, as well as metalheads, goths, punkers, and your usual mix of average clubbers every night. This makes for a really tolerant atmosphere, I've also never been treated poorly by any of the staff (though I don't go to the bar, which is where I've heard of problems).
The upstairs floor mixes everything. I'm there from about 10pm-2am and dance is usually used to mix Depeche Mode with Covenant with Fallout Boy with Black Eyed Peas with (YES!) even Britney Spears. The DJ upstairs tries to play a wide range of music, if you don't like what comes on you can go out to the patio and chances are you'll like something in the next three. I don't like pop but some girls I'm flirting with do, and the diverse music ensures there will be a new crowd of girls for me to flirt with every night I go.
In general the club is pretty inviting, lots of gorgeous, single women (I'll vouch some of them are straight, you boys aren't trying), a downstairs room for the hardcore spookies, a bar, and a full patio.

The Cons:
-In general by 10 you have to park somewhere around the block.
-The bar may have bad service, I don't know, but also pay attention to Utah liquor laws. As stupid as they are if a 40 y/o without an ID is in the bar the owner can still lose legal right to serve liquor. Be big kids and bring your IDs just like everywhere else and stop bitching.
-I think the territory may be a bit rough on single guys there. The gender spread looks pretty even sometimes but there are a LOT of girls who like girls
-If you dress like a cowboy or look extra preppy as a male you may be teased. That is the ONLY intolerance I've ever seen displayed.

Pros: Good Intent/Tolerance=Diversity

Cons: Tolerance=Diversity/No Parking

So I have never done this before so bear with me k...
I'm new to the Wyoming area and wanted to check out the gay club scene. Only problem was we had 2 girls that are not 21 yet, so we decided to go to area 51 since that was the only place anyone knew where to go. The first time we went was on a saturday night, not gay night at all but I have to say it was fun... The music was a good mixture of some older music mixed with todays. Different... Then we tried Friday night cause that was suppose to be gay night. Well it wasn't but still we had some fun. The music was of the now hip hop stuff and I have to say I enjoyed myself. To much of the smokey stuff on the floor though. Even though I couldn't get my drink on I still had fun, not as much as the gay clubs in Cali but I had fun... The younger crowd out here gots some moves ( :
So needless to say if your under 21 and want to dance your butts off this is the club to be... those of you that are 21+ , or looking for the gay scene, this is not the place.

Pros: a good place for the youngsters to hang out and dance

Cons: not a gay club, not for 21+

u just went to area last night i had so much fun most the people were mostly up stairs.
the cages were hot. there were so many hot chicks every where on the dance floor
they guys were awsom all them were willaming to dance
omg i loved it

Pros: dance floor is big

Cons: parking was kinda full by 11

ok so it depends on who you are to go there. first off, each night is diffrent i have gone many times it depends on what music you enjoy 80's go wednesday and thursday friday and saturday little techno little rock so try diffrent nights diffrent people go diffrent nights. the staff they don't get paid to be nice to you they get paid to make sure you don't get hurt or someone gets out of controle! fetishball night is the last saturday of every month you get scared easy then don't go! they do have fun stuff PIRATE parties and more and go with people you feel comfortabl with it makes a huge diffrence. SO DON'T KNOCK IT BEFORE YOU TRY IT!

Pros: lot's of friendly people

Cons: na

Ok so at First when you walk in at 9 its more gothic. But then you just gotta have a good attitude about it bring lots of friends and at 10 11 it starts to be more Gernerational music, the people who are giving bad reviews must not have friends because i am a girl went up with 2 other girls and 4 guys. JUST ALL FRIENDS! We had a blast and plan on going today and this sat. So I think it was great. Love the outdoor and indoor smoking. Staff could lighten up. thats all.

Pros: Lots of room to dance!

Cons: More variety of people

This place was lame. Rude staff, horrible music, I could have sworn they were all just excluded me because I didnt wear all black and paint my nails black! I want my friday night and 5 dollars back!

So me and a few friends were bored on a saturday night so we went to Area 51 on thier "F3tish Night" that they hold. First off, there was like no one there and we arrived at 11, service sucked, building looked like it was ready to fall down.

The music sucked hardcore style. I swear the DJ went in the booth and set the genre to "Eurotrash" or something. It bugged me that I paid to get in. You HAVE to be like, drunk or something to really have a good time there. Overall, Area 51 is not a classy club and it definitly SHOWS!

I just barely turned 18 and i got a kid and needed sometime to my self so i asked my mom to baby sit on friday cuz 2 of my friends invited me to area 51 so i went not only was it my first time clubing but it was theirs to we had a blast that place is great i love to dance there. there is a variety of people and some very cute ones oooo haha but i have gone there 2 other times 3 fridays in a row and im going again this friday im excited but this time im going with a guy haha

Pros: dancing ppl music price pretty much everything

Cons: parking

The drinks are AWESOME! The staff of bartenders are friendly and proffesional. They know what they are doing and will take good care of you as long as you take care of them. TIP!!! They always appreciate it and you will get your money's worth. Some things could use improvement. Most of the security staff is good but could be better. Just watch out for perv's, girls I think your on your own there. If you want to go out and dance and party this is a good place to go as long as you know what your getting yourself into.

Pros: a wide variety of amazing drinks

Cons: the security staff

I used to have a lot of fun at area 51...but tonight i was harrassed. Their staff was rude and yelled at me for having drank before I showed up. (Who doesn't drink before a night of clubbing ???) I was upset but continued to the entrance, where there is usually a long line. Instead, there was NO LINE, and no one inside but a few high school kids. My friend (who is obviously over 18) was not let inside, and I reluctantly paid $5 to get in. Once inside, it was so dead, and I was so upset about being harassed that my night was already ruined. I left soon after and their staff followed me out. What I thought would be a night of fun turned out to be a nightmare. I DO NOT reccommed this place.

Pros: Used to be a cool place

Cons: Rude staff, now lame

Don't even think about going to this place. Gothics, Scene Kids, and Young-uns. Bad Combination. Go here if you sincerly want to be a.) sacrificed b.) arrested c.) wanna let out some emo tears. Bartenders look like some bad extras out of a low budget horror film. Area 51 makes me want to hurl, nuff said

Pros: None that I can say personally

Cons: Everything

This club needs a good review, so here it goes. I am an avid goer and yes there are downfalls and there are alot of good things about this club so First of all the club has two levels a downstairs and an upstairs, as well as two bars *at least 21 and over and yes you do need a membership, and they do have temparory memberships too, you just need to ask, a membership for a whole year is only $40(common support the scene)* anyway the bars are excellent if you like drinking I recommend the holywater or vampire delight some might even recommend the grasshopper all very good and worth every penny. I have heard alot about 80s night, never went so I imagine its still a good show, my fav is every Friday, and Saturday night.
Friday offers everything from goth/industrial downstairs to upstairs with techno, new stuff and yes even rap but if you dont like that stuff stay downstairs same with saturday maybe a little bit more goth downstairs though. Wensday is a new thing it karaoke, and I love it its so much fun other then that only one section is open, upstairs. There are alot of 18s and up, however everyone respects everyone and honestly who cares if you really have relations later in the night its all about the company of people and the uniqueness of it. Sure Salt Lake may not to be the best place and thats why there is Area, to let loose and have fun, go ahead give it another try or at least another chance, it might be so scary but you may like it!

Ive been going to Area 51 since it first started with only one level constructed. I like to think I was credited for creating 80s night because every Thursday we (me and my co-workers) would get off work at Gateway Computers and go to Area. DJ Daren one of the founders always played Nine inch Nales like crazy until I talked him into playing Depeche Mode and INXS which were very danceable and also carried powerful messages in their music. However the entire scene in Utah is a bad one, Ive read almost every review here and found that most of the women hate being approached by males at clubs. I have found that to be true, no matter how good looking girls tell me I am, if I walk up to a girl in a Utah club, they say the same thing I just want to have fun and really dont like intercourse. Well go the hell home then, it makes me not even want to go out. This area is completely corrupted by the Mormon belief system, that NO one can and should copy, unless they want cancer and love anti-depressants. All together I think it is extremely unfair, because of the new laws, for Area 51 to let patrons come in, take their cover and then let them wait until they get to the bar to tell them they need a membership to get a drinkits very unfair, low and devious.

I can't believe the reviews that I am reading about Area. Brittney Spears???!!! This is tragic. I was going to Area years ago and the atmoshere was always great. People were friendly and you could always pick up a "date". What happened to the club? I haven't been away that long. Do the "real regulars" need to come back and remind them what the club is all about? We partied together in and outside of the club made friendships and watched each other have weddings and children....I just can't believe what I just read. If you're going to Area and your reading this review maybe you should print it out and let the club (and owners) remember what it was about so they don't let this go down like Confetti's did. I want my children to go to Area and have the time of there lives like I did. If it's all Brittney,Puff Daddy and unhelpful staff (which I can't believe but, they have always had the re-enter repay rule) I don't recommend it at all, even if it is only one night a week. But, if it's good people, cheap drinks good service and still making fun of 70's classic rock then I Highly Recommend this club. It gave me the best times I can think of and I hope it keeps doing that right down to the last second as the buldozer rips it down with a Berlin song playing as all us old'er' club kids and Doc wearing punks (real Doc's) give the foreman the bird and drink a beer to remember.

I went with 2 of my friends on a Sat night & of course didn't get the full 411 of the membership just to go in the bar. They should tell you that up front when you state "No, I do not have a membership". But of course, the door man was too busy trying to be intimating to be helpful. We still had a good time which was the whole reason we went out but it would have been nice for the heads up.

Pros: Good Music

I have never written a negative review before, but this place deserves it. A friend and I went to check it out, paid the cover, and THEN discovered we couldn't get into the bar to buy a drink without paying more for a membership, the cover charge does not include a temp. They didn't tell us this up front. SO went back to the front, but then would have had to go back through the line and pay the cover AGAIN to get back in. So needless to say we didn't. The service was terrible, the people who work there were not helpful at all.

If you are an adult and you do NOT like listening to Britney Spears then don't go to this lame place. I regrettably got a membership at this cheap-Halloween-over priced place only to find out that their are nothing but a bunch of kids dancing to Britney Spears.
This place it the perfect example of where you do NOT want to be. This place is the Anti-classy place to be. If you are single and trying to make a life for yourself then do NOT go here, these people will only drag you down. Chuck full of snobby white trash.

I absolutely love area 51. I am a regular at 80's night on thursday. It's crowded and hot, but it has a great energy about it. There is such a broad scope of people. If you love to eighties dance, it is the place for you. I've had a good experience every time I go, and have danced straight from 11pm to 2am. You can't go wrong with area 51 on thursday nights!

In my opinnion, if your out on the prowl, straight and single this is not the place to go. Out on the dance floor it is waaaay to tough to tell who is straight, who's gay, who's single, who's together.. But if you just want to go out, jam and dance however the hell you want to dance this is still the place to go.

Pros: Dancing, Crowded, Music

Cons: Not a good mtg place

There hasn't been a recent update for the FATASTIC Area 51 untill now. It's 2005, and Area 51 kicks butt. the crowd ROCKS for lack of a better word. Everyone is young, fresh, and freindly!! So all your thirty somethings find a thirty something bar. This is for the young and the beautiful!! This place is high energy, high sexuality, and only those with stamina need apply. ALL HAIL FETISH NIGHT!!!!

If it's been a while since you've been to Area 51 I sugest you go back and you will be surprised!

Pros: Music, Inside smoking, The BEST people

Cons: NONE!!

Yes, Area51 still has 80's night but its on Tue/Thurs now and theres always a line Thurs. so get there early! Average client age about 23. Whats cool is u got Goth/Industrial on the main floor, techno/metal/danceable upstairs accomodating most genres on weekends. wed is ladies night. BEST OF ALL, the LAST FRI of each month is FETISH NIGHT..sawweeeet n SEXXXY !! I think the coolest most alternative people in town hang here. Everything else is VANILLA

Pros: many genres, 2 floors-patios-bars, best fetishNite Event

Cons: , closed on mon nights, thurs 80s nite packed

Husband and I, thirtysomethings, formerly frequented Area51, enjoyed the best mix 80's music. Having jobs/kids we went Saturdays/stayed late/bought drinks. The last Saturday we went(April) was anunpleasant surprise. Usual 80'sDJ gone-new program: Downstairs-boring goth club, "undanceable" music; upstairs-maddening high energy music, mostly under 21. After one drink-opposed to usual combined total of 8-10--left disappointed. Never been back, let membership expire. Area 51destroyed "sanctuary" where 30something's once danced to beloved 80's music and enjoyed drinks. Hard to believe teens/goths have the financial means/are old enough to maintain/increase liquor sales, which is where the money's at. The club should try to attract more succesful thirtysomethings young enough to still go dancing, established with good paying jobs and financial means to increase club revenue. Instead, they've overlooked this market catering to a less profitable crowd, bad business decision. Not yet found anything to parallel the former Area51. Have to spend our money elsewhere.

Area 51 has a great laid back atmosphere. Usually, the stuck-ups find there way to Axis, so all the people there are chill. The security is efficient, but friendly. They always make sure that your having a great time. They have a lot of usuals show up regularly. All in all it is a blast, and will take everyday life to the back-burner.

Pros: Inexpensive, plenty of girls, outdoor deck

Cons: crowded parking

Tuesday and Thursday-THE BEST! Fridays... yikes! Pretty much a ghost town-maybe because of the new laws... or maybe they should try something new?

80's nights (tues & thurs) don't seem to be suffering despite the new laws-the place was packed on Thursday. Did not like waiting in line... but guess that is what makes a great DJ-if people are willing to stand in line to hear you! Will try to get there early next week. Thanks Radar-you rock!

Oh ya-they have hotdogs, burgers and boca burgers out on the patio!

Pros: DJ Radar, Gay Friendly (80's)

Cons: renovation please!

Just that I have been going to Area since it was a "Goth Haven " It has its great nights (Friday & Saturday) I recommed if you what a more well rounded crowd . From Techno, metal, & alot of fun !! The DJ on Friday & Saturday is excellent !!!

Pros: Fun, Music, Friendly

Cons: Parking

my Loyalty lies with Area this is the only place I was allowed into when I was 14 I love it there, PonyBoy could use a lesson in respecting women but other than that I love the atmosphere and the people. Dave, CJ, Jake, Terry, Justin, I love all you guys!

Pros: relaxed atmosphere, kick ass security, awesome Dj's

Cons: drama, somewhat trashy, some of the music

Thursdays are great! Pretty packed though-okay if you don't mind that. Tuesday is the same 80's music. Last week was pretty busy on that night as well, ususally much more mellow. Drinks are really cheap. DJ Radar is great (Tues and Thurs upstairs). I have gone on a few weekends. Corbin downstairs plays more 80's music. Upstairs on weekends is a mix of everything. AVOID on Wednesdays upstairs. Gangster music at Area 51? Don't know what they are thinking. Downstairs on Wednesdays is disco-good if you like that music-and you will catch some breakdancing.

Pros: 80's Music, Cheap Drinks, Free Parking

Cons: Rap Music on Wed

The place was packed this past Thursday! The music upstairs was great (never went downstairs). DJ Radar had the place going nuts. Never seen so many people there-not sure where they all came from. It is always busy-but not like that. The drinks are always cheap-Tuesday even more so. Great 80's music-played almost all my request (I may have requested too many). Great place to chill with friends. I will be going back more often. Use to go to Splash for 80's music-never again. Sure I don't smoke, but it is not that bad anyway. I don't leave smelling like a cigerette butt. Great mix of people-and the guys don't bother you (too much) like other meat markets. Just there to have a good time.

Pros: Music/DJ, Price 4 drinks, Crowd

this club is a great place to have a good time and hang out with friends, despite the lack of funding used to decorate. The classiest section is the upstairs womens bathroom.......what does that tell ya? Other than that, they have great dj's on Wednesday and Friday and the price of entry is good.

Pros: relaxed atmosphere, good djs

Cons: looks dumpy

This bar is good for just about any one. It dont matter if your dressed up or in jeans. I dont recommed this bar if your under 21. If your over 21, this place is great for mature socializing. Area 51 is great if you like techno, mysterious places, and mysterious people. This bar really isnt for teens.

Pros: Good atmostphere, Great bar, socialable

Cons: crowded parking

This is the cheesiest place I have ever been to in the US. Music was cheesy. Play something that isn't already overplayed on the radio. The crowd consists of tons of kids. Not a place for an adult.

Cons: 18 year olds, Lousy music, CHEESY!

Tuesdays and Thursdays are the best! Just the right size crowd. DJ Radar is the best. If you are a fan of 80's music you cannot beat this place. Drinks are cheap. Really cheap beer on Tuesdays, $4.50 for a pitcher! You don't have to worry about guys bugging you. If they do-tell security, it will be taken care of.

Pros: DJ Radar, Security, Ladies night

Cons: Parking

The club has good music variety and the people are nice enough to dance with, so come aborad the fun bus and bring your friends.

Pros: Cheap drink prices., No material chicks., Grindage Baby!!!

Cons: Small Dance area., UMmmm...

I love area I go just about every wednesday its a girls night out. We always have a great time and have met lots of cool people. Dave is great, and all of the security is very helpful. They saved me from a potentially bad situation and made sure I was ok. Thanks area.

Cons: need more parking, need water upstairs

Area is the best place around for 80's. Tuesday nights are by far the most entertaining night as it's not too crowded, and there is just the right mix of people there.

Pros: Great service

Cons: Parking

In the way of dancing, I think Area is the best club in town. Bricks has become a big joke and it is too trendy. I have found more variety at Area 51.

Pros: great dancing

the music is great.... the people are friendly.. and the staff is the best around..... (hi dave, bear and all the others.. luv ya all).... the best place to enjoy good music and just hang out...

i must say that area 51 is my fav dance spot in s.l.c i love the people & the music. i am glad to go somwere were i do not have to deal with them light stick kids. i just want to be able to have some drinks & dance all night long.. 51 you rule!!!

Pros: music, people, 2 dance floors

Cons: grabby men.

Then this club is for you. The best nights are Tuesdays and Thursdays for 80's. None of the cheesy stuff. This is true new wave/alternative. Whether you are 20 or 35 you will feel at home here. Diverse crowd and for the most part frriendly. For the most part you may be able to go the whole night without having your butt grapped (unlike some other clubs). Great drinks, big dance floor, excellent DJ. Forget about Club Splash were you feel like you are at a singles ward dance. This is the place to go for 80's. And ladies, we are almost always free!

Pros: Free Parking, DJ, Good tunes

Cons: Crowded Dance Floor

It seems to me that Disco Stu and all the others that couldn't get into a real or more popular club show up here. Definately the overflow crowd.

Pros: Free parking

Cons: crowded bar, Lame dress code, overbearing security

This club is definately the best because when you're there, you feel at home. Well at least I do. Great music & a diverse droup of people make it fun. I give AREA 51 a 10!!!!!!

Pros: music, ladies night, smoking

Cons: fog too strong

Area 51 has a very diverse crowd. It's a lot of fun if you are just looking to go out and have a good time. I have been going there for about three months now, and I used to go just twice a week but now I go 5 nights a week. Let the good times roll.

I have been going to Area 51 for about 3 years now, I have a ton of friends that go there and yet I have met alot of people from there aswell, most of the people that go to Area 51 are not stereotypical as they are at other clubs that are in the SL and Provo area. I recommend Area to everyone.

Pros: Atmosphere, Good Hang Out, People

Cons: More Parking

I've been going to area51 before the top floor was open.

area51 is only a placebo for people who cant find any other club. area51 use to be unique, but utah's caught onto the 80's fab/trend. go area51 dj's! mix away on your cd players.. as your trainwreck every other damn song.

the request list is nothing but a joke. area51 is too scared to play anything else except the same damn one-hit-wonder/antheme songs of the 80's every tues/thursday. on saturday's/wednesdays the dj's play pop trance anthems that were popular 2-3 years ago.

the people that attend area51 has changed aswell. more of the old school people have long left area51 to make room for the jocks/gangstas on wednesdays/saturdays. thursday nights have been overtaken by the cookie cutter emo/hardcore kids.

i will probably continue to go to area51 because of the nostalgia and some of the friends that go.

Cons: not enough parking, same music, cd mixers