This thumping, multifloor maze has a long history of being all things (dance-club wise) to all people. On any given night, Shampoo's eight bars and three well-worn dance floors might be hosting a Goth party, an '80s tribute, a dance mix of R&B, hip-hop, and reggae, or Latin, Greek, or Asian gatherings. Friday nights have been a social staple of the gay community for years -- if you're into drag...
It takes a bit of work, and nerves, to find Shampoo. Located down a lonely alley in Chinatown, you'll know you're at the right place when you see the large man with an earpiece, the bouncer. Shampoo is a two floor joint, with the upstairs being the main dance/show off room. Downstairs is more chill and the place to be if you want to hear the conversation. Shampoo has specific nights, Wednesdays...
A cavernous Northern Liberties club with reliably hip, gay, and under-21 events.:
In Short
Shampoo has many rooms for many moods: The huge, main dance hall includes four bars and state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems; the smaller White Room allows a more select...