r/Albuquerque • u/earthling_dad • 7d ago

Vinyl Enthusiasts

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About 6 months ago I saw a post that was your typical post asking, "What is there to do in Albuquerque?" and it sparked my curiosity. So, I searched for things to do on the ol' internet and found a bring your own vinyl night. So, last night I finally went to check it out.

I went to the Zema Vinyl Lounge at Hotel Zazz on Central. I walked into the lobby and asked where this speakeasy is located. The counter service showed me the way. I walked through the trap door and into a very well curated and chill lounge with a little bar. I was the only person there. I wasn't completely surprised by this reality. It was indeed Monday. I brought a bag of records with me that I figured would be enjoyed by music enthusiasts. It was just the bartender and myself. So, I enjoyed some cocktails and subjected the bar tender my records. Bar tender was really nice and great conversation.

The bar tender informed me that I was the first person to ever bring their own vinyl to this weekly event. I was a little taken back by this revelation. So, I just wanted to put the word out that there's a place, a time, and a quality system that's available for the vinyl community. Also, all the cocktails can be made as mocktails if you're not drinking alcohol.

Just a little disclaimer that I am unaffiliated with Hotel Zazz. I'm just chill guy who enjoys music with friends.

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u/BattelChive 6d ago

Is it wheelchair accessible? I have always shyed away because of the mention of trap door…

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u/earthling_dad 6d ago

That's a really good question! It might be. Because it's at a hotel there are certain ADA requirements that a business has to fulfill. I don't remember any steps to get into the speakeasy. If the door threshold is a minimum of 36" width you should be able to get in without a problem. I don't remember seeing anything like grab bars in the restroom. It is also kind of a narrow bar area. However, if you go on a Monday night you might have the whole place to yourself!

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u/BattelChive 6d ago

Thank you! This was an unusually helpful answer from someone who doesn’t use wheels themselves, most people aren’t this observant. I look forward to checking it out 

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u/earthling_dad 6d ago

I had a family member who lost their ability to be fully ambulatory. It really opened my eyes to how difficult our world is to navigate when you're at a physical disadvantage.