Avoid Neon Cactus at all costs. The establishment has a disturbing track record of racism and discrimination, perpetuated by both staff and management. My own experience was marred by a false accusation, hostile behavior, and outright extortion. Despite being wrongly blamed for an incident, I was coerced into paying for damages and subsequently ejected from the premises. To add insult to injury, Neon Cactus has since banned me and others for sharing our legitimate reviews. This blatant disregard for customer feedback and basic human decency is appalling. Needless to say, the security team's professionalism was severely lacking. Neon Cactus's actions are a stark reminder that some businesses prioritize reputation over integrity.
Argeniz Trevino
I had a great time when I visited with my family. Victoria (the bartender) took care of us and we had outstanding service with amazing drinks. I’m very grateful we decided to check out this new spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Seth Mockler
We enjoyed our time at the Bar area and Victoria our bartender was really nice and made excellent drinks, Highly recommend if you are in Allen or Collin County Area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eva Marie
Very nice and spacious. Music was nice and fast service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gianna Imbarrato
I am currently waiting in line. It is Halloween. I have been waiting for four hours. Cactus sucks
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Brian Cooper
Piano player very epic. They over charged my card, not very epic. I bought the cup though so now i have to come back :/
Anika Bajpai
Enjoyed visiting the piano bar for a bday celebration. Got to pay to see the bday boy up on stage dancing to happy birthday! There is a cover fee btw.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brynn T
I had so much fun here on my 21st! I got a free tshirt for celebrating there! The drinks were really good but the music was even better! Definitely a great place to dance :)
Matthew Lewton
Absolutely ridiculous that they charge for water. I asked for a cup of water, the bartender refused only offered to sell me bottled water.
Last of many straws, I refuse to spend money here anymore.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Charlynn Hitch
The show was great ,but I needed to turn the air on in there it was the middle of July and cooler outside there inside the event
"Do you think you're better off alone?" Love that song
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Diesel Power
Typical college dance club
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
Declan Twomey
I haven’t gone here in a few months because I frankly don’t see myself coming back here again after seeing repeated problems with Neon Cactus. Firstly, getting into the building. There’s long lines, it’s popular. I normally wouldn’t complain about this had it made up for it with good service or literally anything else. Some of the lines I’ve had to wait were atrocious, length-wise. And then when I get into the building, there were a couple of times I’ve had to deal with rude bouncers. I vividly remember one of them accusing of me of using a fake ID and he didn’t even bother to scan it. I politely told him it was real, and that the owner could come over and double check. But nope, bouncer had to be a jerk about it and only let me in after my friend yelled at him to get a manager. Secondly are prices. This place is just too expensive. Between the necessary cash needed for cover (though I guess they recently changed this and allowed you to pay digitally, but it’s higher than what it used to be) and the overpriced drinks, it just isn’t worth it. I mean seriously, I buy a cactus cup and get charged $13 for a mixed drink? Ridiculous. Thirdly is the QUALITY of said drinks. After getting tired of spending so much on mixed drinks one night, I decided to buy a cheaper beer instead. Michelob Ultra, a favorite of mine. Well, somebody wasn’t cleaning the taps I suppose, because this was DISGUSTING. Moldy, yeasty taste. Like the lines hadn’t been cleaned at all. Also, their overpriced mixed drinks don’t have as much alcohol as other bars on campus. Fourth is the rest. The music is okay. I like some of their live shows. Piano man Bruce was awesome and totally made up for everything else. But now he’s gone. However, now it seems the DJs aren’t as great (charging people for songs requests? Really???). There’s plenty of good bars near campus, and even better ones across the bridge in Lafayette. I never go here because it’s just not worth it anymore.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Matt O'Brien
Owner blocked me from their Facebook page since I called them out for partnering with a known problematic fraternity that was in legal trouble at the time
Amanda Petty
With limited bar options in West Lafayette, this is my regular spot. I love the dance floor (new DJ plays good music), fun piano bar, and the drinks aren’t that pricey. Great Purdue bar, with more room to dance and hang out than Brothers or Harry’s during peak house. Really enjoying the Thursdays Just Dance too! The cover is definitely worth it compared to the other bar options.
Avoid Neon Cactus at all costs. The establishment has a disturbing track record of racism and discrimination, perpetuated by both staff and management. My own experience was marred by a false accusation, hostile behavior, and outright extortion. Despite being wrongly blamed for an incident, I was coerced into paying for damages and subsequently ejected from the premises. To add insult to injury, Neon Cactus has since banned me and others for sharing our legitimate reviews. This blatant disregard for customer feedback and basic human decency is appalling. Needless to say, the security team's professionalism was severely lacking. Neon Cactus's actions are a stark reminder that some businesses prioritize reputation over integrity.
I had a great time when I visited with my family. Victoria (the bartender) took care of us and we had outstanding service with amazing drinks. I’m very grateful we decided to check out this new spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We enjoyed our time at the Bar area and Victoria our bartender was really nice and made excellent drinks,
Highly recommend if you are in Allen or Collin County Area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice and spacious. Music was nice and fast service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I am currently waiting in line. It is Halloween. I have been waiting for four hours. Cactus sucks
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Piano player very epic. They over charged my card, not very epic. I bought the cup though so now i have to come back :/
Enjoyed visiting the piano bar for a bday celebration. Got to pay to see the bday boy up on stage dancing to happy birthday! There is a cover fee btw.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had so much fun here on my 21st! I got a free tshirt for celebrating there! The drinks were really good but the music was even better! Definitely a great place to dance :)
Absolutely ridiculous that they charge for water. I asked for a cup of water, the bartender refused only offered to sell me bottled water.
Last of many straws, I refuse to spend money here anymore.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
The show was great ,but I needed to turn the air on in there it was the middle of July and cooler outside there inside the event
Restaurantji Recommends
"Do you think you're better off alone?" Love that song
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Typical college dance club
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
I haven’t gone here in a few months because I frankly don’t see myself coming back here again after seeing repeated problems with Neon Cactus.
Firstly, getting into the building. There’s long lines, it’s popular. I normally wouldn’t complain about this had it made up for it with good service or literally anything else. Some of the lines I’ve had to wait were atrocious, length-wise. And then when I get into the building, there were a couple of times I’ve had to deal with rude bouncers. I vividly remember one of them accusing of me of using a fake ID and he didn’t even bother to scan it. I politely told him it was real, and that the owner could come over and double check. But nope, bouncer had to be a jerk about it and only let me in after my friend yelled at him to get a manager.
Secondly are prices. This place is just too expensive. Between the necessary cash needed for cover (though I guess they recently changed this and allowed you to pay digitally, but it’s higher than what it used to be) and the overpriced drinks, it just isn’t worth it. I mean seriously, I buy a cactus cup and get charged $13 for a mixed drink? Ridiculous.
Thirdly is the QUALITY of said drinks. After getting tired of spending so much on mixed drinks one night, I decided to buy a cheaper beer instead. Michelob Ultra, a favorite of mine. Well, somebody wasn’t cleaning the taps I suppose, because this was DISGUSTING. Moldy, yeasty taste. Like the lines hadn’t been cleaned at all. Also, their overpriced mixed drinks don’t have as much alcohol as other bars on campus.
Fourth is the rest. The music is okay. I like some of their live shows. Piano man Bruce was awesome and totally made up for everything else. But now he’s gone. However, now it seems the DJs aren’t as great (charging people for songs requests? Really???).
There’s plenty of good bars near campus, and even better ones across the bridge in Lafayette. I never go here because it’s just not worth it anymore.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Owner blocked me from their Facebook page since I called them out for partnering with a known problematic fraternity that was in legal trouble at the time
With limited bar options in West Lafayette, this is my regular spot. I love the dance floor (new DJ plays good music), fun piano bar, and the drinks aren’t that pricey. Great Purdue bar, with more room to dance and hang out than Brothers or Harry’s during peak house. Really enjoying the Thursdays Just Dance too! The cover is definitely worth it compared to the other bar options.
Atmosphere: 5
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