88 Keys

88 Keys Karaoke Nights

88 Keys is better known for its dueling piano action than for its Monday and Tuesday karaoke nights. And that’s why it’s ideal for musically challenged crooners to sing their hearts out. Unlike some karaoke joints, the crowd here is forgiving. Nobody takes themselves too seriously. Tone-deaf patrons typically knock back a few—happy hour specials: $2 Bud bottles, $4 wells—before bursting into earnest renditions of eye-roll-inducing ’90s hits like Third Eye Blind’s “Semi-Charmed Life” or Aqua’s “Barbie Girl.” A spunky host comes to the rescue, when she notices someone straining to reach C, by hitting the high notes herself. Admittedly, the bar’s livelier the other five nights of the week, when professional pianists rule. But that means fewer witnesses for you to make a complete ass of yourself. ERIKA HOBART

Price: Free

This popular dueling piano bar attracts a wide swath of people, owing to its location among several bars, restaurants, and sport arenas. On weekends, talented pianists provide plenty of entertainment and are able to play almost all requests. Midweek, if you drop by longing for a pop song, an electric jukebox provides everything from Britney Spears to Foo Fighters to Luther Vandross. An impressive liquor selection makes the music that much better.

• Cuisine(s): American, Bar Food, Wine Bar

  Hours: Sun,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat 4pm-1:30am

  Features: Private Party, Multi-Level, ATM, Free Wifi

• Serving: Late Night

  Entertainment: Live Entertainment

  Alcohol: Pitchers

• Reservations: Accepted