Zouk

Not A Bad Spot!
I was impressed by the outside décor, yet disappointed by how small it was in the inside. I went on a Saturday night… this was supposedly grown & sexy night.
It was also a little more ratchet than I typically accept. but lucky I was in a twerk kinda mood.
I appreciated the patio … because I was sweating it my weave, but it was a little smokey.
This wasn’t a bad nightclub just not“grown and sexy”

I attended an event here today where I was told that I could not bring in my lip gloss. I know this sounds silly right? After all, it’s just lip gloss. The security officer wearing“all blue” told me that if I met him by the bathrooms, he’d give it back to me. Maybe, I should have started out by telling you that I’m visiting for the first time to the state of Texas trying to decide if I should move here. Now with that being said, I met the «security officer» by the bathroom and he said the following, «Do you want to do this transaction?» I looked at him confused, as I thought he was simply going to give me back my $ 25 MAC lip gloss. But sadly, he said that unless I was willing to pay him $ 20.00 for it, I could not have it back. Correct me if I’m wrong, but why should I have to pay a complete stranger for something that they took from me that I already owned? Was he planning on giving this to his girlfriend later? I looked up all of the «banned list items» and not one of them said that LIP GLOSS was forbidden. I must say from someone visiting for the first time, it really doesn’t set a good impression or tone on the both the club and city. I called Zouk this evening to report this and was told «I’m sorry, there’s nothing I can do for you, our club is about to open.» If this is the level of service you all wish to provide, then just keep in mind the permanent negative effects that it will have not just on your club, but also on the city of Dallas. I’m a customer service manager, and if I ever knew one of my employees treated a fellow customer or person for that matter in this same way, I would go above and beyond to fix it. All I’m asking for is the money to repurchase my lip gloss.

Huge club to bad it’s way dark and empty for it’s space. 10 dollar cover for 21 and up drinks are bad. But more importantly it’s a place if you would like borderline seniors in high school. Not a mid-​college party atmosphere.

So far my fav hip hop/​rap club in Dallas… Moved here from Fort Worth about 2 mos ago. It’s nice and big. Supposedly it’s where the big names after party after their concerts, Drake, etc.

If I could I would give this place a BIG FAT ZERO rating. This has got to be the absolute worst club I have ever been to.
First let me start off that since my group of friends and I came a couple minutes after the «11 o’clock» deadline for guest list, and when we walked up to the counter, they told us the only way to get in is if we paid $ 20 per person! I asked the woman at the front desk if they were out of their minds.
I then asked to speak to the manger because I just recently got back in town (was back home from leave). The guy that approached me asked me «how can i help you?» and I told him I wanted speak to the manager. He looks at me and says «I am the manager.» I was in SHOCK, because for a manager of a NIGHT CLUB, he was the most poorly dressed individual in the entire building. His pants sagged, he wore a huge t shirt, or polo, he didn’t even look close to manger material, better yet act like it. After telling him that we weren’t paying $ 20 to get in he says, «Fine ill do it for $ 10» AS HE IS TELLING ME THIS, he is freely waiving people through FOR FREE, and turns back to tell the cashier NOT TO CHARGE THEM. WTF?! We paid the $ 10 to get in, but he let me in for free because «I was throwing a fit» Whatever, he deserved my fit.
Once inside, the place was NOT packed AT ALL. Out of the million of VIP booths they had, it appeared that only 2 were booked. Most people were standing around, and not dancing. The music WAS NOT pleasing the crowd. There was obviously NO DRESS CODE because people were walking around with their pants sagging, beanies on, hats on, and ugly sneakers. The place smelled bad, and the bathroom was trashed. For an attempt to make this place Night Club, more like a Shit Club.
We probably weren’t there for more than 45 minutes before we left. The biggest waste of my time and money probably ever spent.

Wow I haven’t been to a dance club in years so when friends suggested we go to Zouk I was kinda scurred I would be aged outta there. Anyway, I rolled in deep with my Asian girl posse and weirdly enough, there were a few other groups of fobby Viets ahead of us. This brought me back to my days on 6^th street when I hung out with the AZN peeps at UT frat parties. So Zouk is like that – the early crowd (before 11pm to avoid the cover charge) is full of cheap ass AZNs. I am part of that group, so you’ve been warned. Music was… I don’t remember. Cops outside the club didn’t mind that we squeezed 7 little Asian girls in a Honda sedan. That’s how we roll!

I kinda actually wanted to give this place 2.5 stars, but I settled with two. We met up with some friends here who insisted we go to Zouk. I’d never been, but I have to say, its comparable to Beamers. All hip-​hop music (does no-​one like Top 40?), great for people-​watching, and a place to see a whole bunch of my peoples under one roof! If you’re with a good group you will have fun. The drinks aren’t too badly priced either, typically of what you’d pay at any other club. Valet is $ 10. Also, you can get in before 11, not sure if this is only on Fridays, but we were in the wrong line (it wasn’t clear which line was which) and were 5 minutes late, so we had to pay $ 10 each.
Positives: The venue looks cool, some neon lighting, nice VIP booths, comfy booths outside of the bathrooms, easy-​breezy valet parking AND option to pay $ 5 in the lots next door.
Negatives: We had to pay cover, getting in is confusing (lines are not clear), people standing on the dance floor not dancing, the lower level wasn’t open so the venue seemed smaller, only played hip-​hop music.
That’s just me!

I can’t tell if I’m over the club scene or if Zouk is over the club scene. I use to come to Zouk at least once a month last year. I recently revisited Zouk last week and this place has really gone downhill. The reason I say that is even at midnight the place was not even half way full. (I guess everyone got the memo except me) We had bottle service in their large VIP section. We ordered four bottles between 15 people and everyone who tasted their drink said «they don’t taste any alcohol» and that was because later we found out they watered down the bottles. At an average of $ 200 per bottle I call that some high class water. A lot of us had to go and spend more money at the bar… The only thing that gave this place an extra star and even made our night a little better was one of my favorite DJ’s (D-​train) He kept the crowed hype the whole time. As far as coming back, I doubt I will!

*****SCANDALOUS***** PLEASE READ!!!
I came here for my birthday. Got a huge section and ordered four bottles. All my guests got in no problem (some places cap you). Everything was great. My favorite DJ was spinning too!
Everything was perfect… right? Not so much. I had a few people tell me they couldn’t taste the vodka (skyy) in their drinks. It seemed like a couple of our bottles were «watered» down. Most of my party went to the bar to order. I’m not sure if they thought they could pull a fast one over us — but my guests barely got a buzz (I was SOBER on my bday! — SMDH). Really lame on the clubs part. I used to value this place but I really feel cheated. I don’t think I’ll ever come here again. Even if my boy is DJing. The other thing was the dirty mop water smell coming from the lower level (basement).
Some of my folks left early. What an embarrassment.
I should have stuck with Plush.

This place sucks. I’ve been there twice, and both times were a huge mess. Never again. First of all, the parking is $ 10 for valet, or you can choose to park under the freeway for $ 5 where homeless people hang out. No thanks. The staff is so rude. I went there for a Pauly D event, and it was totally unorganized. The crowd control was terrible. Fights were breaking out everywhere and the security couldn’t maintain control. I left a short time later, waste of $ 25. Then the second time I went, I was supposed to meet Lebron James because I won a contest through a local magazine. Well, Lebron was in the VIP section, and I asked pretty much every employee there and showed them my email and even gave them the name Nina Zavala who I was told supposed to help me. What a useless human being. She didn’t do anything. What a waste of time. I went home, and Nina texted me the next morning apologizing stating she would like to make it up to me. It’s been a few months, and nothing has been done. Never again. I hope Zouk shuts down.

When you see «Zouk» written on the building of the highly advertised nightclub, you will be impressed by the external décor. As you approach the front entrance, you will notice the slightly above average aesthetics of the entrance.
The first thing you’ll notice when you get inside the nightclub is the sheer amount of space. I’ve been to a lot of clubs in Dallas and this is by far the most roomy. There’s 2 bars available and a patio outside with heaters to help during the winter months.
Inside, there’s several tables which wrap around the dance floor. The dance floor consists of a stage with a DJ (where women are often allowed to show their best moves… sorry no guys allowed on stage) and the main floor where you may do your mixing and mingling.
The overall crowd varies depending on the day. Thursday is a casual, college crowd which can be kind of trashy at times. However, Saturday crowds require formal dresscode and is slightly more upscale.
Drink prices are average and nothing too bad… though my friend’s mojito left a lot to be desired. I can’t say it’s the ideal place to go on a Thursday night as the music is usually pretty bad. What’s up with Gungam style playing all the time?
Overall, average at best.

A huge place that doesn’t get too crowded. The crowd varies, everytime we visit there is always a good mix of people. They offer valet for $ 10 or parking under the bridge for $ 5 which is within walking distance.
They have several sitting areas for bottle service. They also offer smoking on the patio. Zouk can be a blast if you go with the right people and there is a good DJ. Also, if you want seating it’s best to do bottle service so you can designate an area for your group.
Everytime I have been to Zouk the downstairs is never open.
Register online and arrive before 11:00 for free admission once you put your name on the list.
Drinks are not too expensive. They do not make frozen drinks. They will try to accomodate you if you want something fruity.

Its been a while since I’ve been here. And I have only been to the venue when it was rented out by a promoter. But from what I remember, I liked it! The venue definitely has some «fun» destinations inside, and some «awkward» destinations inside.
The awkward ones were mainly the downstairs dance floor that has these weird pillars in the middle of it. And the staircase that goes right into it. Fun, but really weird.
The best area is the bottle service area on the top floor. It was fun, well lit and very pretty.
I’m going back this Saturday, so will give an updated review then!

okay so the line was okay, distinct bottle service line and reg people line. door guy wasnt douchey. spent maybe 20min in line. which is fine
10 $ cover more on special nights with performers
–on a normal night this place can be fun, emphasis on can.
–when they have someone special performing this place is poppinn LOL
the place is laid our great, bars on both sides, friendly bartenders.
–ive read the other comments about people being charged extra on tip or messed up bill causing them to over draft, if you bill is 20 and you get charged 50 and you overdraft, please DONT GO OUT ANYMORE. you obviously need a more wallet friendly place, go to a bar, stop clubbing.
the music selection was great, not a typical top 40’s place, which is very annoying. infact i dont think i heard a song that i hear constantly on the radio.
décor was sufficient, AC WAS A +.

Strange club. I showed up at 1 AM, still paid a $ 10 cover to get in.
Zouk’s isn’t bad, just kinda random and how much fun you have depends on who you bring with you. Guy to girl ratio here could use some help. I didn’t feel that drinks were expensive here. Music is nothing special.
There’s parking for a few bucks just outside.

A friend of mine told me about this place, so being an anxious explorer as I am, I decided to give it a try because I was on the guest list.
I expected this place to be an upscale nightclub so I took it as a seen and be seen crowd. My friends and I all got dressed to the nines just for that place. When I drove by that place, the front entrance really looked promising, it looked like a celeb was going to make a graceful entrance on the red.
The lay out was nice, it was very big, but I wish that the dance floor was bigger. However, the music that the DJ played was mediocre, the odor in the bathroom was unbearable, and I felt like a cougar in the crowd of 22 – 24 year olds. With that kind of clientele they have made this place more like a dive bar than an «upscale lounge/​club.»
The drink prices weren’t as damaging as I thought it would be, I only ordered a tall vanilla vodka coke for $ 8. I heard that the VIP price wasn’t so bad so no wonder the majority of the crowd can afford that.
Overall, it would have been fun if I was 22, but for me I’ve been there done that. :)

After having a friend get hit in the face by his girlfriend, and hubby and I fighting, I think Zouk brings out the crazy in you.
Or maybe it was just the alcohol.
Regardless, we went on Casino night, bought a bottle, and had VIP service. It was $ 300 for a bottle, and we split it three ways with two other couples. The building is gorgeous; the décor, furniture, and vibe really made quite the impression. We had a good time, but Zouk, with all its «clientele», will more than likely die out just like the rest of the places this building has seen.
Sad, because this building used to be home to a Dallas Great.
Now, it seems, they’ll just let anyone in.

STAY AWAY AT ALL COSTS.
STAY AWAY AT ALL COSTS.
STAY AWAY AT ALL COSTS.
STAY AWAY AT ALL COSTS.
I had a terrible experience there. The club was alright but they are really sketchy.
I was there in January and I ordered shots at the bar. The bartender or somebody falsified my receipts by adding extra money onto the tip. My charge was for 90ish dollars so after tip I gave $ 110. They changed the 10 to a $ 70 and overcharged me $ 60!!! So essentially I paid 70% tips which makes no sense for 1 minute of service between they pulling out the shot glasses and pouring it in…
STAY AWAY AT ALL COSTS.

I was at the sneak preview of Zouk on their Grand Opening day. Zouk is a huge club… nicely laid out… with more than enough VIP sections where they can overcharge for a bottle.
I wasn’t impressed with their house DJ. I agree with Daniel. If Zouk wants to be a landmark for Dallas, they need to bring in Top DJ’s that can pack a club and can justify for the $ 20+ cover charge. Or else, they will end up changing their name every year like most clubs in Dallas.

I went to the Grand Opening of Zouk with Diddy, this past Saturday night. I had the opportunity to get into the venue early, during the press access. This gave me a great opportunity to check out the facilities. The place itself is spacious, modern and impressive to behold. Grand chandeliers hang throughout the two level space. Want VIP? You have a choice of single booths, larger double booth spaces, or complete VIP rooms, with glass walls so you don’t miss out on any of the action. Bars are in every corner of this area so getting a drink should never be a problem.
Once the venue was open to the public, the DJ really started in. I enjoyed it – the music spanned from Hip Hop to Pop to Classic Rock and even Salsa. The crowd was just as diverse. They have an elevated area in front of the DJ for GoGo dancers, which I thought was a nice touch.
All in all, this is a great venue that I would be happy to hit up again. This would be a great spot to take out of town guests, if you really want to impress them with Dallas nightlife. Zouk seems like it will be around for a long time!