Tavern on Camac

Went to The Tavern with friends because my friends kept telling me how great this place was and they had a guy playing the piano that allows you to sing. We arrived around 11:00 ish and went straight the the corner where the piano and seating areas was. The place was PACKED and the atmosphere was a great vibe. Everyone was singing and having a great time singing along. I instantly felt like I found my tribe. As my friends kept telling me to go up and sing I waited until I felt comfortable enough to go and request a song. I stood along the wall by the piano waiting to come up and sing. As a singer who has worked on a cruise ship for 10 years I totally understand how hectic guests and patrons can be and I never want to be that person. I believe a young guy by the name of Malik came up to sing and then motioned me to come up to the stage. The gentleman on the piano made an announcement on stage etiquette and to not just come on stage, as I understood his concern the delivery was a bit harsh. I go up to request my song and he totally bypassed me as in looked over me to get the request of the young lady behind me, I politely said "I think I was next", he said in the most snobbish way " Well she has been waiting a while and I'm going to let her go". Instantly my friend asked him how could she cut in front of me and I have been waiting as well, he then said "Sweetheart everyone has been waiting you can choose to sing or not it's totally up to you", and proceeds to start playing. I felt disregarded in that moment and no longer wanted tot be there. My friends felt embarrassed as they kept raving about this place. I'm sure this place is nice but the guy that was singing was not very pleasant. I know it can be difficult trying to please everyone but to blatantly be rude and dismiss someone for someone else is not okay. After the young lady finished singing, he then took a hour break, he didn't come over to apologize or event try to explain his reasoning. I hope someone from management sees this and discuss this with him because you could potentially lose your crowd by him not being a nice person. As a fellow gentlemen I tipped him anyway for his efforts and out of respect for the craft. I will not be coming back to that establishment simply because of the experience I had with him. Very disappointing.

The fat disgusting DJ on Saturday night is a bigoted disaster. Remove them from this establishment immediately!!!

Chris provided great cocktails and great conversation. 10/10

ToC is both independently sufficient and wholly necessary for any big gay night out

I love Tavern but why did your security guy on 01:50 AM on 01/07/2024 fought me outside for waiting on my drunk friend? I don't understand. He even touched me and lifted me OUTSIDE and moved me over the street. Say thanks that I didn't call police for that. Just for WAITING MY DRUNK FRIEND OUTSIDE! Ridiculous! You at least owe me an apology.

This is my favorite place in center city. Friendly bartenders, good prices. And loads of free entertainment. Even the mayor elect loves it here!

Wonderful piano bar! The drinks are incredible and the service was superb. The pianists and singers also added a wonderful sound to the atmosphere.