Effex Nightclub

Cool place to go if you are thirsty have a lot of energy.

High ceilings make it feel bigger than it is. The bartenders are slinging a variety of beverages to the masses.

The music is pumping super loud, but for the most part the genres are the same from room to room. Or maybe I can't discern my house from my EDM?

Plenty of youngsters out at night at the ABQ. I recommend this place for those with a lot of energy.

It's a blast every time I come here no other club I go to other than this one best music and love the vibe

One of the main aspects that left a sour taste in my mouth was the nightclub's policy of kicking people out at the slightest sign of being drunk. Now, I understand the need to maintain a safe environment, but Effex seemed to take it to an extreme. Instead of offering assistance or guidance to those who may have had a little too much to drink, they resorted to immediate expulsion.

This heavy-handed approach not only tarnishes the overall atmosphere but also creates an unwelcoming and judgmental environment. It's disheartening to witness fellow club-goers being ejected without warning or any attempt to handle the situation more tactfully. This not only ruins the experience for those involved but also dampens the energy and vibe of the entire venue.

The overzealous alcohol policy of Effex Nightclub ultimately detracts from their ability to provide a fun and enjoyable night out. It's understandable that they have a responsibility to ensure the safety of all patrons, but there are more effective ways to address alcohol-related issues. Offering water, designated areas to rest, or even partnering with local ride-sharing services would be more proactive approaches to promoting responsible drinking and ensuring everyone's safety.

My wife and I came in and paid our cover fee and immediately got kicked out. Didn't even make it to the bar to get our first drink and some dude said we have to leave due to visible intoxication which was complete BS. We left with no issue and I had to ask several other security people if I can at least get our cover charge back since we were there for a total of 60 seconds. We managed to get our 30 bucks back and the guy even said he doesn't know why we got the boot as we didn't seem intoxicated and apologized to me and my wife. Aside from that scenario, the place smelled like barf and had like a 10x10 dance floor. Pretty lame overall and we will not be returning.

I'm stuck between a 3 and 4 on this one. Effex is certainly fun if you're with the right crowd and the DJ plays some poppin stuff. I've seen it in its slowest and worst music nights...to its best.

So essentially it's a hit or miss. Thursdays... Ehhhh. Upside? No cover. Downside? Not as many people and doesn't have their top DJ usually. Fridays and Saturdays it's free before 10 (who goes out that early? I'm always a late bloomer... so the ten bucks is a given) ...unlessss you wait until 1:20, and then it's free again. I've taken that route a few times. Just enough time to get my dance on for a smidge before closing.

It's not that I absolutely can't afford it, but the fact that their drinks are also generally kind of weak and definitely expensive takes the draw away a bit. If the cover ensured cheap drinks too, then by all means I'd pay it.

Obviously it's a gay club so for those looking for a mate, I'm sure the money is well worth it. I'm just in it for the drinks and the dancing.

My recommendation: go on a busy night where the vibe is exciting, and the $10 won't feel like much of a loss. But also: pregamin' is where it's at, so you don't spend $7 on a wimpy drink. You pay $7 for a Long Island at Anodyne first. Best spent money downtown. :P

+inexpensive entry and drinks.

- takes an hour on a saturday to get a beer while standin barside
-Seen more hype and dancing at middleschool dances
-Sorry to say it but for str8 men theres no reason to go here, two decent single ladies out of 700people
-Smells like it should

(+\-) the dancers on the podiums really do go hamsteak salad which makes it easier to ignore the floor full of stagnantly still dudes

Disappointing "gay club"
30 minutes and I left.
I was visiting and went on a Friday since a local said it was a gay hotspot to dance. 10 dollar cover wasn't bad. Walked in saw a drag show to the right. The music took me upstairs where they had hip hop/dance music. NO GUYS WERE DANCING WITH EACH OTHER!! It was either straight couples getting sloppy dancing or gay guys dancing with the girls they brought. Utterly pathetic.

This club should be called "closeted gays dance with girls".

The absolutely only reason this isn't a one star is, because the bartender was nice and made a perfect cocktail.

If your wanting a gay bar where guys dance with each other THIS IS NOT IT.

Had a pretty fun night with a group of friends while visiting in NM. I liked the different options of music they had in each room, but not a big fan of EDM​ so the rooftop area was my favorite. There also was a bar out there and more space for people to talk and dance. Everyone seemed to have a fun time, didn't have any problems.

The place large with different areas to get drinks or hang with friends. There is a cover to get in and I would not say the cover is worth the entrance. As for the drinks they small and expensive compared to other bars and clubs. Staff tends to ignore you if you are not their standards.

The club use to be more LGBT and now it's just straight couples and it's over priced on the weekends. Lines are long for drinks and music each time I go never seems to change. Totally spend money else where. Management and employees seem to be too cool to want to smile or engage with anyone. Faculty seems run down and bathrooms are disgusting!