As a Regatta resident for over a year now i'd just like to say that it might not be that easy to get in, even if you say you're going to the restaurant.. it's all dependent on which guards are on the gate, and what kind of mood they're in...
Guys , You are correct might not be easy but you can get in if you say you are here for meeting someone living inside , or that you have meeting , or just smile and use your sweet tongue , LOL
Me and a friend of mine were actually looking for a resto with live music performers. As we both play from different bands during our college days, we just figured out what if we try play some music to have some fun and earn some extra bucks. There is a restaurant near our place in Gargaresh called the Sakhrah Restaurant. They have a live music performer there but the problem is that the customers is not suited for that place. My friend is going for a 1 month vacation this July and he will be coming back with a guitar which is made from our country.
Maybe when we get the chance, we'll visit that place and try those tricks that you guys gave and have some fun.
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