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Empire Club

Bar β€’ Night club

Bustling, modern club with private booths and table service, hosting popular dance acts and bands. People often mention club, staff, security, rude, great, time, people, night, bouncers, racist,


Address

14-22 Lauderdale Rd, Narre Warren VIC 3805, Australia

Website

www.empireclub.com.au

Contact

+61 3 9705 7775

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.70 (264 reviews)

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Working Hours

Permanently closed.

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: club (30) staff (22) security (14) rude (13) great (12) time (11) people (10) night (10) bouncers (9) racist (9)
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  • 1/5 work m. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 3 reviews
    MOST RACIST CLUB OF MELBOUNE.. THE WORST EXPERIENCE WITH THE BOUNCER and the establishment.. waited in the line 45 minuites and everybody Caucasian was accepted and when we came to the front we were rejected solely because of our skin color. We have had no alcohol and had two girls with us.. the worst place ever. GAVE NO REASON AS TO WHY WE ARE NOT ALLOWED JUST SAID ORGANISERS CHOICE.
    23 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Kelly E. 3 years ago on Google β€’ 86 reviews
    This club is extremely wasteful. There has never been a reason to hose down concrete out of the front of anywhere. It saddens my Australian heart to know that we can have drought all over this country yet this club finds it reasonable to clean concrete. I hope one day a thought falls into your head for you to be able to understand how dehydrated most of the world is. Have a lovely day
    8 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 GAYAN H. 3 years ago on Google β€’ 6 reviews
    We booked a VIP room and half way through we went to the dance floor and came back to see that all our drinks were gone (bottle of Grey Goose and Johnny walker). Staff memeber said that she doesn't have the control of bar staff cleaning the tables. Very disappointed.
    13 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Evie-Mai F. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 78 reviews
    went here for my 19th birthday, was drugged by someone, and when it was brought to the staff's attention we were kicked out. worst experience of my life, I had no way home, because they wouldn't even let me get my friend, who was my ride. horrible place, don't go here. revolver upstairs is SO much better.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Jason D. 5 years ago on Google
    THE STAFF HERE ARE APPAULING... This establishment is a discrace....I arrived by myself and went into the line... Upon getting to the front I was told by a bouncer that I was intoxicated and not welcome.... I asked why alas I had not had a drink. Another bouncer told me that no explanation was necessary and I should move on.... I questioned their reasoning and was chest bumped all the way to a parked car where the bouncer bumped me hard enough to end up on the bonnet of the car...... They will only allow females into this venue... After this incident I was abused by a female who knew the bouncers and she told me I was in the wrong, to which I replied that she mustn't be much of a lawyer. This time her sister (also friends with bouncers) came over to me and tried to smash my phone to the ground while bumping me....
    12 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 sparrowkingx 6 years ago on Google
    BEWARE!! I HONESTLY DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS CLUB FOR ANYONE.!!! The management was so rude and kicking people out for no reason. The management is useless and treating people like pigs inside the club. They kicked our friends for no reason inside the club. They were not drunk too. We missed our friends’ birthday party 2 weeks ago because they didn’t let us in even though we had girls in our group. Please do not waste time in Empire Narre Warren. Worth going to a proper club in the city!! DO NOT WASTE YOUR VALUABLE NIGHTOUT!
    12 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Chloe N. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 14 reviews
    The security are rude and racist. Just losers on a power trip. The way they speak to 18 year old girls is either really creepy or really aggressive. Every time I go I see them harass poc customers. Never going again.
    7 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Siamak R. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 57 reviews
    The place and music is alright,the staff are good and friendly. Is just the security can be a bit nicer when existing the entrance not all pushy and passive aggressive, is the rule in every club respect staff and be respected

  • 1/5 John S. 5 years ago on Google
    Security are thugs / bullies like most in the nightclub industry are ! Why do staff at this hole evict people who've done nothing wrong ? Not intoxicated or nasty ! Read the other reviews about security assaulting male / female patrons ! Seems like the prerequisite to work at a club is to be big ! Being able to string together an intelligent sentence together or the ability to talk to people negotiate / diffuse situations doesn't seem to matter ! Violence and threats seem to be the norm !
    6 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 knarf z. 4 years ago on Google
    Could you clarify how race influences admission policy at your club? Do I have to be white to be allowed entry? So wrong and so racist!
    6 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Rumesh S. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 21 reviews
    Worst place if you want to have your night out. Bouncers will send you out even if it was a mistake with the bar attendants. Bar staff is arrogant. So don't go there. Note to the owner. First time I heard questioning a mistake as abusing.. If you really want to get to the truth, check the security cameras.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Hayley W. 6 years ago on Google
    This place is terrible I am a disabled girl with a knee replacement. The bouncers asked me to go inside or stay outside as I went to walk inside I was manhandle and thrown to the curb please keep in mind I have a knee replacement and they told me to leave the premises all I asked is if my partner could come in he has never been rejected for any club but could not come into this one please everyone for your own safety steer clear of this place the bouncer have no sympathy if you are disabled.
    5 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 phoebe w. 1 year ago on Google
    bouncers are stuck on a power trip, rude for no reason. went with some mates and one was finishing off some food, we weren’t even in line yet. the bouncer mocked him saying β€œyou think it’s a restaurant in here or something” while the rest of them laughed. super weird to be picking on young kids when ur a bouncer at empire lmao
    5 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Amy P. 5 years ago on Google
    Racist business
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 sandhu s. 5 years ago on Google
    Extremely racist club.
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Rewnie J. 5 years ago on Google
    Do not take your kids here, I thought it was a family club but was told it was a nightclub at the door.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 shaina o. 5 years ago on Google
    Bar staff where nice but the two girls at the front of the club taking cash where discusting and very rude to myself and my friends. Will not be attending this club again due to the rude people you have working in your club.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 S1lent _. 5 years ago on Google
    Stupid guards rude and cheap, the guards are really bad and rude, a black guy with beard and all others
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Hari V. 5 years ago on Google
    Racist
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Keisha W. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 4 reviews
    my favourite go to local club 😻 the environment when you get there is amazing some of the security really knows how to bond with people. the bartenders are the most friendly people and of course we can’t forget the owner and the empire family coming up with great events
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 2/5 Will M. 2 years ago on Google
    Came here for the second time saw everyone vaping thought it was ok next thing u know security is taking my vape off me security are so aggressive around here and will litreally yell at u for smoking on the ground and will push U out the way, anyway ended up leaving after getting my vape taken off me they ended up giving it back but I explained I’m new and saw everyone else and some other guy tried to have a go at me saying what do u mean u didn’t know started getting smart wouldn’t go back
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Meet A. 5 years ago on Google
    We were pulled out of clue coz we were not white. The staff were so rude. Plz dont go there.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Sandun K. 5 years ago on Google
    Worst security
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 julie g. 5 years ago on Google
    So much discrimination at that place. Won't let you in because they don't like the look of you. If you don't meet the criteria then you don't get in. It's BS.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Cindy H. 5 years ago on Google
    The worst club ever with rude bouncers. Never going again.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Aleasha R. 1 year ago on Google
    Great club, never fail to have a good night there especially when they've got drink specials on. Music is always good aswell
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Jaime Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Was going to go but after reading all the shocking comments on how people are treated by bouncers and staff. I Think ill take my money to some other place
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Sahan R. 4 years ago on Google
    Terrible situation Me and my friends ever experienced. Terrible place don’t go there. Place must shutdown.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Vale L. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Couldn't even get in a fukn brush with the security's brush (Original) Couldn't even get in fukn kefe az security's kefe
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Shannon W. 1 year ago on Google
    I haven't been clubbing or too a club since way back .... however I remember the experience , tonight at empire was close to the best in the west .... loved it .... Arab hunk was the best yo .... and thats from a maori girl
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Graeme J. 4 years ago on Google
    This place should be shut down for their dodgy, shonky and unethical practices. Absolutely terrible!!!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 ArmyArcade 5 years ago on Google
    Refused entry because of race.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Chloe J. 1 year ago on Google
    Always have a great time when I go. Bouncers and staff are so nice. Can’t fault it what so ever!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Roan C. 1 year ago on Google
    Great venue, staff are amazing, music was top notch. Perfect way to spend your Saturday night
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Zack H. 5 years ago on Google
    Awesome club, come every week, no better club in Melbourne!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Sioned G. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) YTB (Original) Ytb
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Leanne H. 1 year ago on Google
    this place was great. saw magicmen there!! plenty of space, great booths to sit in!. Great security!!.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 carla g. 1 year ago on Google
    best local club around! can’t go wrong spending your saturday nights here. lovely staff and a great atmosphere
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 gurman v. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Raccist manning ?? (Original) Raccist manegment ??
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Alex E. 5 years ago on Google
    Great club, great music, awesome staff, amazing vibes! See you next week empire!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Rana partap S. 2 years ago on Google
    They are racist.. they refused us to walk in by saying we are closed and let the other guys walk in. They are very rude and racist.. we all are humans . They have no right to say no just because the other person is from different nationality. Really disappointed and sad. Also registered complaint about this to the relavant authority.. in the court
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Ryan T. 1 year ago on Google
    Security guards were extremely rude didn't let me in for having skinny tracksuit pants when we saw 3 people walk out with the same type of pants tracksuits
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Renata F. 4 years ago on Google
    Very unprofessional and worst communication by staff members they need to be educated in customer service
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 maz m. 4 years ago on Google
    The worst club ever with rude bouncers. Never going again
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 2/5 Sophie G. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 6 reviews
    worst online customer service, I am attending Empire's Magic Men Night this Friday and they can't even respond to a message about a diet I'm on and if I can bring my prescription with me. This is my first time going and would be great to have a first awesome experience but clearly won't be

  • 1/5 Rachel S. 2 years ago on Google
    Wont let my friends in purely because they’re wearing the champion brand. Completely ruined our night don’t reccomend this club to anyone. Uess you’re dressed for a wedding don’t bother.

  • 5/5 lacey t. 2 years ago on Google
    love coming here! By far my favourite club to go, staff always super kind and helpful, great atmosphere and good tunes. Couldn't fault it at all

  • 5/5 steve s. 5 years ago on Google
    best venue, music and staff in Victoria!

  • 5/5 Jacob H. 2 years ago on Google
    Love coming to this place!! Fun times almost every week, with great music and local too!! Can’t wait to go again!!

  • 5/5 Natalie 2 years ago on Google
    Never in doubt you'll always have the best time!! such good tunes, amazing atmosphere 100% would recommend.

  • 1/5 Ruwan K. 1 year ago on Google
    inexperienced and rude bartenders and racist bouncers to match with. not a quality sound system

  • 5/5 Luke H. 5 years ago on Google
    Have had the best nights out here!

  • 5/5 chloe m. 5 years ago on Google
    I've always had a good time at the venue and have been going since they opened, the security and staff at Empire are all very friendly. Reasonable pricing and really good drink specials on weekends too! :) Definitely my favourite local night out.

  • 5/5 Alex I. 7 years ago on Google
    Going to empire on a Saturday night is the best thing you could do. Great tunes, awesome crowd, never had a problem getting in and it gets absolutely packed on public holiday events. The South East is where it's at if you wanna party.

  • 5/5 mary m. 5 years ago on Google
    most helpful security guards ever!

  • 1/5 Ammon F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Brush (Original) Kefe

  • 1/5 Jiefei D. 4 years ago on Google
    Don't bring ur bag with u . They charge 5 dollars per item. And no sign for that at all. Make my friends and me Very uncomfortable

  • 5/5 warwick l. 4 years ago on Google
    Woohoo

  • 5/5 Skylar R. 4 years ago on Google
    nothing better than the local!!! bouncers are all legends & staff are lovely. no place id rather be on a night out, such good tunes & access to kebabs. get around this place, spend big & send it

  • 5/5 beth r. 5 years ago on Google
    amazing venue and people!

  • 5/5 john W. 5 years ago on Google
    absolute love this place!

  • 5/5 Disep K. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing venue!!!!

  • 5/5 Peter C. 5 years ago on Google
    Best club I've been to in ages.

  • 5/5 sarah b. 5 years ago on Google
    Loved the music here will be back every week!

  • 5/5 Aaron N. 5 years ago on Google
    One of the best clubs I've been to, atmosphere and staff are amazing. Never had an issue in the 3 years I've been going there

  • 5/5 Hus T. 6 years ago on Google
    I had a friend's birthday there and spent quite a bit of money on drinks. We were having a great time as Jay Sean was the main event. However, I accidentally touched a security guard and got kicked out of the club. The security guard wanted to fight me and I think that's what his intention the whole night. Although I got kicked out, I'm giving Empire 5 stars for how they handled the situation as they fired that employee for abusing their role. Thank you Empire for doing the right thing. I hope one day you will have me back.

  • 5/5 Tameeka W. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to go out for drinks on a weekend! All staff are easy going, respectful and are there to help if need a hand with anything Hands down the best local club to go to !!! πŸ’—

  • 5/5 Joshua S. 2 years ago on Google
    Easily one of the best clubs in Melbourne!! Friendly staff, good prices, and awesome music/entertainment!!

  • 1/5 matt d. 2 years ago on Google
    Took my friend away and then told me nothing happened causing us to freak out. No help at all. Horrendous never come here I bet

  • 5/5 Caitlin W. 2 years ago on Google
    By far one of my favourite places to go. Staff are all so easy going and just make the place so lively.

  • 5/5 Sage T. 2 years ago on Google
    Can never go wrong at empire, awesome staff all great to have a laugh with and listen when there’s an issue. Nice and local never fail to enjoy your night

  • 5/5 Carlo P. 2 years ago on Google
    My favourite club to visit! Great prices, entertainment & staff!

  • 5/5 Partyhard F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place for a little boogie nice and local. Never fail to make friends in the toilets or smokers πŸ˜‚

  • 5/5 April G. 2 years ago on Google
    Such a great place to have a couple bevs!! Security and workers are so nice and helpful and the music is unreal :))))

  • 1/5 cooch 2. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 1 review
    Been here quite a few times and really enjoyed it however tonight was my last night coming. This is because I watched 3 young lads who I know get kicked out of the line purely based off the fact that they were sudanese. When they asked why they were being removed they were told they don't have to be given a reason. After they left I heard the security guards discussing how they could have handleded it differently, and they should have let them in, ID banned them and then kicked them out immediately after... Absolutely disgusted with this racist behaviour, wish I had it all recorded. Place should be shut down. They are racist
    17 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Viola K. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 2 reviews
    The most racist club in Melbourne, just because I’m a person of color I can’t get in and you bring a fake list that does not exist . You don’t even require a star. Just don’t waste your time here
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘


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Amenities


  • Offerings
    • βœ“οΈ Beer
    • βœ“οΈ Wine
    • βœ“οΈ Alcohol
    • βœ“οΈ Dancing
  • Service options
    • βœ“οΈ Dine-in
    • βœ— Delivery

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