A \"dive bar\" is the perfect description for Belvedere's though as all locals know, Belvs takes pride in being known as a true \"ultra dive\". Being a Lawrenceville local, I have been to Belvederes many times. There are nights when I enjoy the atmosphere and nights when I stay for a drink and then leave. This is mainly dependent upon the crowd and day of the week. I've listed some of the positive and negative qualities of the place below. \n\nNegative aspects of Belvedere's are as follows: 1.) you can usually count on a large crowd of stinky, sweaty people who don't believe in bathing 2.) You've got to be able to withstand a lot of cigarette smoke as this is allowed inside of the premises - and most of the people who frequent Belvederes smoke - a lot. 3.) The poorly lit atmosphere makes it difficult to get around at times (especially if you are crocked) 4.) The dirty environment isn't for those with a weak stomach - this is a dive bar. 5.) They do not serve food so you are out of luck if you want to grab a bite.\n\nPositive aspects of Belvederes are 1.) the drinks are cheap 2.) 80's night is a total blast (Thursdays) 3.) Always a wide range of interesting people to talk to and see 4.) It is right across the street from the late night Wendy's and right next door to the 24 hour Get Go. (snacks and cigarettes!) 5.) If the crowd sucks you can easily walk to another bar down the street. It is on Butler St. so everything is easily accessible here. 6.) The staff is nice 7.) The smoking indoors policy is nice if you are a smoker 8.) They've got pinball machines and pool tables. 9.) Belvedere's hosts many fun themed nights (80's night, 90's night, DJs, bands, Down and Derby, Pudding Wrestling, Karaoke, Burlesque Shows, etc etc....)\n\nAll in all it is a place worth checking out. As I wrote earlier, if you think that it sucks, you can always walk to another bar a couple of doors down.
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