Matrix
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Phone: (412) 261-2220
- Cross Street:
- South Third Street
- Hours:
- Tue 9pm-2am, Thu-Sat 9pm-2am
Editorial Review for Matrix – by Dan Eldridge
The Scene
This warehouse-sized dance factory boasts four nightclubs inside--each with its own name, its own bar and its own distinct vibe. Goddess, the hip-hop cabana with the huge dance floor (surrounded by booth seating and J. Lo portraits) is the hands-down favorite, but even the smaller clubs attract regular crowds. Liquid, the techno club, finds ravers dancing ecstatically amid chain-link fences covering the walls; the new-wave Exit, draped in red satin, is the haunt of choice for goths; and the Latin-flavored Velvet may lack a dance floor, but it does have leather sofas and a martini bar.
The Draw
With so many decorating schemes, DJs and denizens, folks can't cite boredom as a complaint. Creepy silent films screened on the wall of Exit, or the flapper girls Lindy-hopping on the tabletops at Velvet provide sedentary alternatives to the ubiquitous shake and shimmy.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkThe potent Tropical Tango--pineapple juice and vodka spiked with the French liqueur Chambord--is this nightclub's limb-loosener of choice.
Know Before You GoEven domestic beers are costly at this upscale club; bring plenty of cash, as credit cards and checks are not accepted. There's an ATM on-site.
User Reviews for Matrix
05/01/2008 Posted by greenrose87
I agree with most of the reviews that have been written on here. I have had problems with the bouncers/doormen as well... they aren't very nice, and yelled at me once for going in the wrong door. The drink service was OK... but thats because we usually get there early, around 10, and were waited on by the male bartenders. The drinks are not very strong at all, I agree.... I had about 5 drinks and didn't even feel a buzz! The only room I ever hang out in is the 80's room, even though the music is pretty repititve. Not one of my favorite clubs.
Pros: Cheap drinks
Cons: Parking fee, Cover charge
10/22/2007 Posted by bob1753
I just wanted to comment on a few other reviews here. First of all, Matrix is not a bad place. granted, it is a little on the foul smelling side and it can be over crowded, but as far as the stench goes, it you spill alcohol all over the place on a regular basis plus pack 1000 people into one building, all of which are dancing and sweaty, ur not gonna have a pretty scent at the end of the night. Second, the music is what you would expect at a nightclub, lay off the DJ's people. Chances are, management probably makes the final decisions anyway. Finally, some girl made a post about the doormen and how terrible they are. When I went, there were two guys working, a heavy set guy and a more athletic lookin guy. I thought they were a riot. They busted two underage girls attempting to use fake ID's in front of me in line, it was hillarious! They were very easy to talk to, and at one point when I was in the latin room, I saw them break up a couple guys getting into it in the lobby in a very effective and professional manner. I don't understand why anyone would refer to them as terrible. For that matter, the entire staff was very nice. Bartenders were quick to serve and got my drinks right every time...AND HOW CAN YOU BEAT THE SPECIAL PRICES???!!! I had a lot of fun at matrix and will definately return.
Pros: Excellent bar and staff.
Cons: Smells a little, and 8 bucks for parking...ouch!
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