Joy Station Cozy Studio

I've been coming here for concerts since '19. The sound is okay, though I'd wear earplugs if you're near the band. Security is friendly and competent, and there are lots of well-kept bathrooms. I liked the seating much more on my first visits. There used to be stools, tables and sofas, plus screens to enjoy the music. Now there are fewer places to sit each time, and it's not very comfortable. Last time the sofas were gone and there were only two stools in the whole place 😭

We couldn't stand how gross it was, so my friends and I left in the middle of the evening. The photos look nothing like the actual place. It was incredibly filthy, with stained sheets and blankets, a dirty floor and cigarette butts swept beside the bed. There wasn't even a bathroom bin, and the smell was awful. The “staff” were extremely unprofessional. This shouldn't even be legal to book. Shame.

Bowling and the other activities make this a really good place to spend time with friends, and the service is great. They have what you need for a good time there. Weekends get very busy, so expect a wait. You can go to the bar and ask to be put on the list; they'll take your name and call it over the microphone when a spot opens up. For payment, you can either pay per game with no time limit, or per person for one hour. An hour is usually enough, but choose the first option if you're unsure. One small tip: have your phone ready to photograph the result of your last play if you want a keepsake. It disappears fast ☺️😊

Rock concerts in Sofia are best here. The sound is immaculate, the visual effects are great, and there's enough room, with parking and several bars. There's a separate smoking area too. The venue and WC are very clean.