5 Ways to Spot an Awesome Nightclub

We've all been there... You're out on the town with a close group of friends looking for a nightclub to spend the next 5 hours of your life in. You've all already had a little bit too much to drink thereby impairing your decision making and sense of judgment. As you stumble around the streets you get your friends together and try to decide which bar or nightclub you should head too.

So...given how important this decision is, how do you know whether a bar or nightclub is any good. Here are a few quick things to look for:

1. Bouncers

Bouncers tell you a lot about the bar or club. If there are 2 or 3 hard looking bouncers standing at the door with a metal detector and an attitude, then chances are this place isn't too "welcoming." Bars and clubs with a history of violence tend to have a hefty security presence at the door to try and deter potential troublemakers. On the contrary, if there is one bouncer at the door that doesn't look like he has had steroids for breakfast then chances are this club is a little nicer.

2. Velvet Rope

Or ropes/partitions of any kind. If the club has these out the front to assist with the lines, then its probably because they get big crowds and as such, is a popular bar or nightclub. When choosing a venue, always check for this as it is often a sign of things to come.

3. People Leaving The Nightclub

Bit of a no brainer, but if you see people flooding out of the bar or club then it is probably for a reason. The exception to this rule is when you notice a bouncer letting a person in for every person leaving. Generally this means the place is packed!!!!!

4. Who Are They Letting In

If they are only letting girls in, or, only letting guys in who are with girls then that is the place you want to be, no matter what sex you are. Bars and nightclubs like this are generally very popular, and have reduced levels of violence given the nature of their patrons. Although these can be harder to get into (particularly for a group of guys), generally they are more fun.

5. What Time Is It

If it is after 2am and you can hear or see a crowd out the front, then that is the place to be. Many bars and nightclubs start to get a little quiet at this time, so if the place is still pumping at this hour, then go there.