The sound was good; I'll give them that. Otherwise, the room feels like any other hotel or…read moreconvention center box that gets converted into a concert venue. Seating is not permanent theater seating. They were chairs I imagine are reconfigured around round tables for a wedding another time. It felt very spread out and like a convention keynote. But if you really like the performer, I suppose you can overlook that and enjoy the show. Free parking was nice! We skipped the valet and used self-park in the garage. They waived us all through after the show so there was no fee.

A slew of good things to say about the Music Box at Borgata. First, they have their own box office…read morefor 'Day of show' convenience. The Music Box is located alongside the casino near the Borgata buffet. The location makes it very easy to enter comfortably right before showtime. The Music Box is not Borgata's main showroom, but instead a medium size venue with about 1000 seats. There are floor seats and elevated seating to suit most people's needs. You'll get a great view and sound from just about anywhere. If you're seeing a rock band, the first few floor seat rows to the side of stage may be too close to the speakers. They do have a bar within the theater with basic drinks. The venue is well-staffed with experienced help to ensure a smooth show.

My wife and I settled into the Borgata Lobby Bar for a nightcap last night, the way one settles…read moreinto a thought that is not quite satisfying but will do in the moment. There was a live pianist taking requests, and he was good. Competent, even charming, although his frequent reminders that songs will be played in order of greatest tip to least made us think his salary was entirely gratuity based. He played what people wanted to hear across a wide spread of genres, which is a kind of small miracle. Still, it felt like a watered down substitute for something that once had a pulse. The ghost in the room was Gypsy Bar, which used to offer actual live music on weekends. Closing it was, in my opinion, a small but meaningful cultural error. Now, between B Bar, Long Bar, and this place, the Borgata has achieved a kind of perfectly acceptable sameness. Three bars, none of them offensive, none of them memorable. My wife ordered her usual gin and tonic, a drink that asks for very little and is satisfied when it receives it. I went with a Sazerac, motivated by the presence of absinthe, which I had somehow avoided my entire life. It turns out absinthe does not cause hallucinations, unless you count the fleeting belief that you are having a more interesting drink than everyone else. Still, it was well made and nicely presented, as was hers. Service was slow, which felt odd given that the bar was not especially crowded. Not neglectful, just unhurried in a way that made you aware of time passing. Prices were what one expects in a casino hotel lobby. High enough to remind you where you are. In the end, it is fine. Perfectly fine. You'll probably get a pretty good drink, you might hear a pleasant song, and except for your wallet, you'll leave no worse off than when you arrived. But you may also find yourself remembering something better that used to exist in the same building, and wondering why it doesn't anymore. Four stars, though at least half of one of them is doing a fair amount of emotional labor.

Delicious cocktails. I ordered the espresso martini and pisco sour and they were both so good and…read moreSTRONG! I enjoyed the live music they had and the service was exceptional. The waitress was on point! Before my glass was empty she was there asking if I wanted another. Highly recommend trying there drinks. Downside: no snacks available to order.

We saw Earth, Wind and Fire at multiple venues, the band had the Mark G Etess Arena rockin' a few…read moreweeks ago! More importantly, who is Mark G Etess?? When this venue was the Trump Taj Mahal, Mr Etess was returning by helicopter to Atlantic City. The helicopter suffered a mechanical failure, leading into a crash killing three executives. The Trump Taj Mahal arena was named in Etess' memory. 2025, this venue is now inside the Hard Rock Casino. There is a bridge from Resorts Casino connecting to Hard Rock Casino, we didn't have to walk the boardwalk at night in January. After we had dinner, we walked inside to the venue. Once inside and the band came on stage, everything seemed magical. The huge screen behind the stage were showing clips of the band starting from the 70's and then every decade up to today. The acoustics in the venue were also very good. They had the area filled with sound from all angles. Our seats had a nice vantage point. We were facing the stage, in the bleacher section. The floor seats seemed like you weren't able to see the band and video screens very well. If you need to come to the hotel to park and you're a *Veteran* get the players card for the hotel and you'll get free parking! When we saw Yacht Rock Review last summer at the theatre, the venue removed all the middle seats?! Those folks were rockin' for two straight hours! To me, I'm from Long Island and the Jones Beach Theatre is the best place to see a concert. The Mark G Etess Arena is a great venue to see any event while in Atlantic City.

Entry and navigating to our seats was easy. Staff was great. Views seemed to be good from every…read moresection. Sound could be a bit better but we enjoyed the show. The area around the venue inside Hard Rock casino itself was also clean, didn't smell of smoke and was easily accessible to a variety of dining options and clean bathrooms.

Best day and night club in AC…read more Beautiful property on the AC boardwalk with upscale entertainment, drinks and great staff.

I attended the HQ2 Beachclub at Ocean Casino Resort with a group of friends to see Afrojack. The…read moreevent ran from 11 AM to 6 PM, and we arrived around 12:30 PM. The first issue was simply finding the venue. Coming from the self-parking garage, there was very little signage directing guests to the Beachclub. We eventually found our way by following another group headed there, but better directions and signs would make a huge difference. The biggest problem, however, was the security screening. My friends and I carefully reviewed the venue rules beforehand and followed the bag and dress code requirements. Despite that, security went through our belongings in an extremely invasive manner. They opened wallets, flipped through personal items, and thoroughly searched small bags that were well within the approved size limits. They were looking at how much money and credit cards I had! When I questioned why they were looking through things like my wallet, noting that even airport security doesn't typically inspect belongings that way, the response I received was rude and dismissive. The entire interaction felt uncomfortable and unnecessarily intrusive. Once inside, it became clear that unless you're planning to spend hundreds of dollars on bottle service, there aren't many places where you can simply sit, relax, and enjoy the atmosphere. Shortly after we found seats, we were approached and made to feel unwelcome unless we were spending money. The overall vibe felt very pretentious and exclusive rather than welcoming. What made this even more frustrating was the inconsistency in enforcement. The venue rules clearly state that smoking is prohibited, yet multiple people were openly smoking throughout the event while numerous security staff stood nearby and did nothing. Meanwhile, security had spent so much effort scrutinizing our belongings at the entrance. It gave the impression that certain guests were being targeted while others were allowed to ignore the rules. Exiting the venue was also confusing. We attempted to leave through the same area where we entered and followed visible exit signs, only to be told to turn around and walk all the way to the opposite side of the venue. Once again, clearer signage would help avoid unnecessary confusion. To be fair, the bathrooms were clean throughout the day, and there were attendants making sure they stayed that way. The bartenders were also friendly and professional. I was only drinking water, and every time I ordered one, they were polite and helpful. Unfortunately, those positives weren't enough to outweigh the overall experience. Between the confusing layout, invasive security procedures, inconsistent rule enforcement, and constant pressure to spend money, this venue simply isn't for me. No matter which DJ is performing, I won't be returning. I'd much rather attend events at venues in Philadelphia that offer a more relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Nice lounge for VIP members to grab a buffet-style bite and order drinks. Good amount of seating…read moreand bar area. Stopped by twice during Thanksgiving weekend. Decent selection of food and drinks and service was friendly, brought the drinks quickly, and checked in on us just enough. They had steak with chimichurri and fish plus chicken noodle soup with a salad bar one day and of course turkey and chicken legs plus sweet potato soup with the salad bar on Thanksgiving.

One of the perks of visiting Atlantic City is that you seldom…read morePay for any meals. Earned Comps are often used and most casinos have a designated lounge for higher tier card players. Being a red Carpet card holder means i don't have to use my comps and can bring in two guest with me. There are often three mains a salad bar , and a few sides and maybe a soup offered . There is also a delegate section with tiny desserts and fruit. It's all served buffet style. There is a bar with top shelf as well. You can stay as long as you want the bartenders are great and so are the servers. We love our favorite server BA make sure you top Very well !

It's a seven star lounge ,The services excellent the food is delicious!! awesome place to hang…read morewith your friends and have drinks

A great place for a private event. The food is great. The ambiance is phenomenal. The music keeps…read moreyou dancing. The drinks have just the right amount of kick. This is a great party atmosphere. The crab cakes were all crab. The coconut shrimp were fried well. The lemongrass chicken pot stickers were tasty. The sliders were well-prepared. This was simply an excellent experience of non-stop fun.

Top place now in Atlantic City to hear live music. Great space right next to the casino. Nice…read moredance floor. All ages are enjoying, not just the young!

Stopped by The Roost and had a really enjoyable night. There was plenty of parking; and the large…read moremain lobby felt open, bright, and clean as soon as we walked in. There's a small coat check area, and the bar sits just off to the right, but we headed straight, to the event space, for our reservation. It was to be dueling pianos night, with two older gentlemen playing a steady mix of late 70's and 80's songs that kept the room lively without feeling chaotic. The kitchen was running slightly behind, but honestly it worked out in our favor because it gave everyone time to settle in, enjoy drinks, and take in the music. The event space itself is a great setup, with enough room and the right atmosphere where you can even dance at your table if you feel like it. I started with a Cran-Apple Mule made with Ole Smoky Apple Moonshine, ginger beer, and a splash of cranberry juice. It was refreshing and easy to drink, with a nice balance between the crisp apple flavor and the bite of the ginger beer. For food, I ordered the fried Brussels sprouts topped with feta cheese, and they were excellent. They came out flaky and crisp without being burnt, and the feta added just the right salty finish. Our guests ordered the "Dips and Things," which came with hummus, green goddess dip, assorted cheeses, fresh veggies, nuts, and grilled seasoned pita. It was a great shareable spread with plenty of variety. Another guest went with the hearty chili topped with cheese and onions, served with a roll, which felt like a warm, satisfying choice for the night. Our waitress was friendly and checked in frequently, keeping up with both drink needs and food updates without hovering. Overall, it was a relaxing, enjoyable evening with friends, some good cocktails, and solid appetizers, made even better by the dueling pianos.