Tried it, left early

   jwalkindude - 08/09/2009

You'd think a place this old would have some class or retro charm, but it lacks both. It's dingy and uncomfortable. The good reviews here must have been written by people who work there -- they are a little surly if you actually want service. I'd say don't pay to get in then leave; just find something better to do in the first place.

fun

   Kksa1852 - 03/02/2009

We were there to see LEFTOVER SALMON,and it was fantastic. It was smokey but I have seen worse. The thing to remember when you go to these places is that if you don't like something about it you should leave. It is very hard to make it just right for everyone. It is your own fault if you stay and then complain. This is still a free country and you can leave just as quickly as you came in. Waiting to see Rachal Yamagata..........

Hot Band

   Romantwoone2 - 06/25/2008

The only reason to go is for a really hot band. Otherwise, it's crowded and unpleasant.

Great place!

   thmpsndavid469 - 11/12/2007

Yes it was "crowded and smokey", as titled below. Notice how he said that?

Had a great time. Love to go to different places in the city. The bartenders and waiteress really know how to put on a show!
Act like they work there as more of a hobby, also great atitude!
The D.J. was excellant, even by west coast standards.

Crowded and Smoky

   thebigdoddy - 01/02/2007

Went to the Vogue for New Years Party 12/31/2006. The place was packed. The dance floor was standing room only. I wouldn't want my girl on that floor with cats copping a feel indiscriminately. There were a lot of guys standing around on the main floor. Shady looking dudes. We were in the balcony where there was a lot more room to move, but not really to dance. It's more fun dancing with the people, because of the energy that's around you, but not fun at all when it's overly crowded, and people dancing with drinks and spilling them on you. It was a diverse crowd in age, ethnicity, and also class. Saw thug types, artsy types, and uppity types. Ravers and Hip Hoppers too. I'm from Ohio and I totally forgot that Indianapolis still has public smoking. My girl has locs and it's gonna take a couple of days the get the smoky smell out of her hair. The music was okay. They were true to the types of music advertised on their Web site. I'm thinking that had I known more about some of the other spots (mainly hip hop, R&B spots) I woulda went there, but my concern was being in some spot where there could be trouble, seeing as I'm from out of town. Based on NYE 2006, I give the Vogue a C. The people were having fun and it was high energy, but it was waay too crowded and smoky. I am sure they were beyond what the Fire Marshall would have found acceptable..

Fun

   princessbeanie82 - 07/13/2006

Had a blast

   stellla2612 - 04/06/2006

   at037 - 08/15/2005

hot guys

   mac0471 - 04/03/2005

hot staff & great looking people,josh the dancer is very hot & a great dancer..

troyandbelkis

   troyandbelkis - 11/20/2004

At first the most exciting thing about the Vogue was when I saw one of my best friends Chi Blackburn out front on his motorcycle before going inside. I am married with children now and he is still single and looked it! Anyway, once inside the atmosphere was more conducive picking up than a place where I want to take Belkis. It would have been perfect to go as a single guy, but I'm not. They could have done a better job of mixing up the music, to include more club and techno, less hip-hop. More of a balance is probably the best way to put it. But then again, this is coming from a guy who left almost 20 years ago and has been living on the east coast. It was nice to see that at least everyone was not dancing the same dance (smile). That's prbably why I left Indy, but can definitely see the drastic change in nightlife and demography since I've returned. I think the Vogue would work for me if I was single, and occasionally if I go stag out on the town (but that won't be often). I could see the Vogue was working for Chi and he was enjoying himself quite a bit. The next time I write a rating on the Vogue, it will be after going alone or with the fellas. I encourage anyone who likes to dance to check this place out, dress is casual, but no jeans or sneakers (a lot of profiling in effect). Reasonable prices for drinks and no twenty dollar cover.