Arq (Closed Permanently)

Former hot spot needs a revival

Once the jewel in Oxford Street's crown, ARQ is now a has-been diva in desperate need of a face lift. Which is not to say it isn't still fun, but it's a strictly by-the-numbers experience. Average music and a cooler-than-thou crowd with a heavy straight percentage. The drag shows are decent enough, but have nothing on what you can catch at Imperial, and the above-average prices leave you feeling like your wallet's been gouged in the name of past glories.

Seen its better days

The age of the mega club pumping trance into the wee hours of the morning is on its way out. Coming from LA i didnt think places like this still existed. Most expesive cover on oxford st, music that sounds like a single song on repeat, lasers from every direction, most everyone dancing topless, and drinks getting spilled left and right. Only check this place out when everything else is dead or youre approaching the 2am lock-in time. To it's credit, i always ended up hooking up with someone whenever i went since its the type of place where no conversation is required...you just go up to the guy, smile, grind, make out, and ask him back to your hotel.

Fun club and friendly crowd

I just returned from Sydney this week and was at Arq on Sunday, December 6th. The nightclub has two levels and I prefer the ground level, but the place fills to capacity and the music is good wherever you find yourself.

Best dance club in Oxford St.

Arq is really one of the best gay clubs in Oxford St. Great dance music, strobe lights, friendly atmosphere, catering to a more younger/lively crowd who love dancing and having a fun time. If you're after something a little different, head down downstairs in the basement where you'll find more R&B/House music. There's even a Poker-machine room to the side! All-round great venue where you'll find people from all over Australie and even the world.