Equipment seems outdated and sometimes not responsive which took away from yet was a fun experience.
SkitSo Marty Martin
The tonic bar has karaoke everyday, except they are closed Mondays. They have private rooms available to rent by the hour, for private karaoke, so if you have some money there is no need to wait in line. But there is no cover charge and no minimum for the slow line, so broke people can go sing too. I have been there twice on a weekday night, and it was not busy at all. I was able to sing several songs in a row, and then take turns with just one or two other people, which was great compared to most karaoke venues where you might have to sing once in a rotation of 12 or more people. The hosts are very friendly and knowledgeable and the equipment is more than adequate.Parking: There is a municipal parking lot nearby but on the days when I have visited there has been lots of parking available on the street. I was able to park right in front of the door on my two most recent visits.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gabby Wohler
The main female bartender is brutal (Tara I believe is her name…) and not a pleasant human at all. Thank goodness for Carson or I’d have ran for the
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 5
Raven Hodgins
obviously tonic has been taken over by new management. song selections are horrible to think a karokee bar can't get a song not listed is nuts and there microphones needs help. when we first starting going few years back was good. now it's not a good time
Lynda O
I was a little apprehensive when I first went in but I had such a fantastic time. It was really quiet at around 9:00 but by midnight it was absolutely packed. Really good vibe there.There is no food other than a bag of chips or so. You go for the drinks and to sing karaoke. I don't like the idea of the private rooms but the main area where the bar is was a lot of fun.Some really good singers and some mediocre singers like me. You don't go there for fancy drinks or good beers on top or good quality wines. There is a selection and I'm sure you could find something that you would enjoy. If you like karaoke, this is definitely a place to go.If you have a group of people and you want to sing just with your gang you can rent one of the private rooms. People were doing that with birthday parties and bachelorette parties.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Kara Sue Slatnik
Excellent staff snd a fun place to practice singing in front of other people. :)
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Matthew Robertson
It's really affordable to get a room and have fun for a couple hours! I would definitely recommend it for a night out!
J K
Amazing place with great vibes and people. The wonderful people that own and run it make it perfect! A must on any night out!
Derek Sharp
So much fun. Finally...a place with an owner who GETS karaoke and clientele who GET karaoke. Will definitely be back!!!
As someone who loves to sing to self-regulate I thought I found a great place to spend some time. However, as time went on, the flaws in their business model ended up being taken out on me and other patrons. I am a disabled and neurodivergent individual and thought I had finally found a safe place to enjoy. Turns out, those do not exist in Peterborough, and tonic karaoke is an example of how not to treat your customers - no matter what background they hold. I will never be returning. Looking forward to new ownership in the future.
Justin Butler
Nice interior friendly service. Great song selection. Very good sound quality. Overall, great experience!
theresa doherty
Tonic is a gem in the heart of downtown Peterborough. Offering a clean and friendly environment, beverages and tasty fare, opportunities to showcase your vocal talents both on a stage up front, or, if you prefer, a private room where you and your friends can belt out your favourites. New ownership under the professional direction of Brent is a welcome addition to this mainstay we are lucky to have. Come and sing- all ages and abilities are appreciated!
Warren Lepp
Always fun and good times had singing here XD
Amy B
Best place to party and have fun in Peterborough!! Great owners! They saved my life and found my purse there!! Shoutout to them!
Equipment seems outdated and sometimes not responsive which took away from yet was a fun experience.
The tonic bar has karaoke everyday, except they are closed Mondays. They have private rooms available to rent by the hour, for private karaoke, so if you have some money there is no need to wait in line. But there is no cover charge and no minimum for the slow line, so broke people can go sing too. I have been there twice on a weekday night, and it was not busy at all. I was able to sing several songs in a row, and then take turns with just one or two other people, which was great compared to most karaoke venues where you might have to sing once in a rotation of 12 or more people. The hosts are very friendly and knowledgeable and the equipment is more than adequate.Parking: There is a municipal parking lot nearby but on the days when I have visited there has been lots of parking available on the street. I was able to park right in front of the door on my two most recent visits.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The main female bartender is brutal (Tara I believe is her name…) and not a pleasant human at all. Thank goodness for Carson or I’d have ran for the
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 5
obviously tonic has been taken over by new management. song selections are horrible to think a karokee bar can't get a song not listed is nuts and there microphones needs help. when we first starting going few years back was good. now it's not a good time
I was a little apprehensive when I first went in but I had such a fantastic time. It was really quiet at around 9:00 but by midnight it was absolutely packed. Really good vibe there.There is no food other than a bag of chips or so. You go for the drinks and to sing karaoke. I don't like the idea of the private rooms but the main area where the bar is was a lot of fun.Some really good singers and some mediocre singers like me. You don't go there for fancy drinks or good beers on top or good quality wines. There is a selection and I'm sure you could find something that you would enjoy. If you like karaoke, this is definitely a place to go.If you have a group of people and you want to sing just with your gang you can rent one of the private rooms. People were doing that with birthday parties and bachelorette parties.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Excellent staff snd a fun place to practice singing in front of other people. :)
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
It's really affordable to get a room and have fun for a couple hours! I would definitely recommend it for a night out!
Amazing place with great vibes and people. The wonderful people that own and run it make it perfect! A must on any night out!
So much fun. Finally...a place with an owner who GETS karaoke and clientele who GET karaoke. Will definitely be back!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Maybe the most fun you will have in PTBO
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As someone who loves to sing to self-regulate I thought I found a great place to spend some time. However, as time went on, the flaws in their business model ended up being taken out on me and other patrons. I am a disabled and neurodivergent individual and thought I had finally found a safe place to enjoy. Turns out, those do not exist in Peterborough, and tonic karaoke is an example of how not to treat your customers - no matter what background they hold. I will never be returning. Looking forward to new ownership in the future.
Nice interior friendly service. Great song selection. Very good sound quality. Overall, great experience!
Tonic is a gem in the heart of downtown Peterborough. Offering a clean and friendly environment, beverages and tasty fare, opportunities to showcase your vocal talents both on a stage up front, or, if you prefer, a private room where you and your friends can belt out your favourites. New ownership under the professional direction of Brent is a welcome addition to this mainstay we are lucky to have. Come and sing- all ages and abilities are appreciated!
Always fun and good times had singing here XD
Best place to party and have fun in Peterborough!! Great owners! They saved my life and found my purse there!! Shoutout to them!