You're right. Being a regular makes a difference. During the week is pretty much impossible for us, but we could do better.

We went on a less public night, but open to non members. We had a different experience. At the least I would call it Cliquey.

Speaking of members. They say you need a sponsor to get one, but when no one but the bartender will hardly speak to you I'm not sure how that's supposed to work.