King Of Clubs
(650) 968-6366
893 Leong Dr
Mountain View,
CA
94043
37.4066
-122.0647
Neighborhood: North Whisman
Last updated 9.23.08
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In Short
At first deceptively divey, friendly bartenders are quick to welcome newcomers and regulars alike. A handful of shabby-chic aluminum tables dot the entryway, while a close-knit mix of 20- and 30-something guys and gals get their groove on next to the colorfully veiled raised stage. DJs spin electroclash, Latin or hip-hop tracks, depending on the night. In the corner, a pool table and random stacks of books offer respite.
User Reviews
TimEnchanter
October 07, 2008
I've been going to KoC since early 2003. Through upswings and down in the number of people that go on a regular basis, changes in nightly themes, staffing changes and various stages of decoration, one thing has remained constant: the welcoming nature of the "regulars". While everyone has their own unique personality, there's a general air of acceptance, which is why people come from all over the Bay Area to a relative dive bar in the middle of nowhere. The drink prices are certainly not low, but they're reasonable and the bartenders are generally not stingy. While the men's bathroom left a lot to be desired before (as I see has been noted elsewhere), they've recently upgraded to an actual urinal. It's my favorite place to go and I hope the overall attitude doesn't ever change. Of important note, while I called it a gay bar, the general tone of acceptance applies here too. On any given night there's usually a good mix of gay men and women, bisexuals, transgendered, cross-dressers, straight and questioning people. We've got 21 year olds and 61 year olds that come on a regular basis. I love that it's not pigeon-holed into one type of clientele.
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electrichobbit
October 07, 2008
KoC is a neighborhood bar that just happens to be LGBT friendly. Ok - the place looks like poo - I'm a regular, but I'm not in denial. But the real reason to go to KoC is the people you meet there. I've made some wonderful friends in this bar, and seen total strangers come in and leave friends with half the bar by the end of the night. The schedule can be a little erratic - most of the nights are Karaoke or Latin right now, but check the website to see on the particular night you're thinking of going. My boyfriend almost didn't meet me because he accidentally showed up on goth night (now defunct, but who knows - it could come back) - luckily he returned the next night :-) So all in all - great drinks, great people, great karaoke. None of the bullpoop attitude you get at clubs in the city or in downtown San Jose (I'm looking at you, Hunters). Just a great mix of gay people, straights, trans, and bis hanging out and having fun.
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mrbig1492
September 03, 2007
We were looking for Karaoke. On "off nights" we search on that keyword. The fact that it was a gay bar was unknown to us, but wouldn't have kept us from going. We didn't read the reviews in Club Planet since we were in a hurry. Had we done so, we still would have gone. Being fond of Karaoke we were happy that they crowd of singers was light. More times in the "rotation" is mother's milk for Karaoke singers. Three of us attended. Two men and one woman. When it was the woman's turn to sing (even her first time) all of the patrons at the bar except one striking Transvestite and the KJ (Karaoke Jockey) immediately went outside. I didn't notice and our lady gave them the benefit of the doubt figuring they went outside for a smoke (as I said the crowd was thin). The men in our party sang and were well received. The lady in our party is a very accomplished singer who practices diligently and obviously enjoys and loves her music. On her second song, once again the bar emptied out. It was then obvious that she was being insulted. The upshot: NO this club DOES NOT welcome everyone equally! Quite the contrary! We were courteous and appreciative of the other patrons' and bartender's karaoke performances. Many of the singers were really Excellent, and the music mix was quite eclectic. When we left, I paid the tab with my credit card and left a $25 tip. My message to the management and the bartender, "Distribute this amongst your friends. They need to BUY A CLUE, along with some manners!" None of us (in our party) were rude and we are certainly NOT homophobic. My advice to the patrons, "When you leave the closet to go out on the town, don't leave your manners in there. Take them with you!" I wish you all well, but I cannot recommend your club.
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Know Before You Go:
Call ahead to see what's going on and what the expected attendance will be like; certain nights it can be packed, while other times it's virtually empty.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Gay & Lesbian Bars, Nightclubs, Neighborhood Bars, Lounges
