Club Michel

Club Michel is a small club at Münchener Straße 12 in the Bahnhofsviertel of Frankfurt am Main, in the German state of Hesse. The district lies behind the Hauptbahnhof, and the club is a short walk from the main station, which makes it convenient for visitors arriving by train and for late-night journeys back. The room is compact and the atmosphere is energetic and informal, centred on DJ sets of house and electronic music. The crowd is mixed, with locals, students and visitors mostly in their twenties and thirties, and the dress code is relaxed; stylish casual clothing suits the venue, while very formal dress is unnecessary. The door is generally easygoing but may be selective when the room is full. Drinks are standard club fare: beer, spirits with mixers, shots and a short cocktail selection, at middle-range prices consistent with the €€ level. Opening hours are typically Friday and Saturday from about 11PM, and the programme should be confirmed since special events may add or change nights. The busiest period is generally between midnight and 3AM, and Friday and Saturday both see queues when a popular DJ is booked. Entry is typically about €8-12. Table reservations and bottle service are not a typical feature of a small club of this kind, and the usual route to entry is arriving early to avoid the queue. Photo identification is advisable. The Bahnhofsviertel is lively at night but has a rougher edge around the station, so visitors usually stay on busier streets, keep valuables secure and take a taxi or tram at the end of the night. The district has many bars and restaurants, so an early drink or meal nearby can be combined with the club visit. A small amount of cash is useful for the cloakroom, since smaller venues may have limited card facilities.