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The Cut

3.7 (34 reviews)
Closed 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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J. P.

Went here tonight to see Donna The Buffalo and I was very impressed. There are a lot of music venues out there and I've been to a ton of shows, and to be frank, I'm a bit picky about my venues. Here is the lowdown on The Cut: Service: Everyone I dealt with here was super friendly and only added to the great vibes of going to this amazing band. I promise you there are a lot of bars/clubs/theaters where the energy from staff just isn't quite there. I don't need people to be overly happy, but man it feels good to have upbeat staff! Layout: This place has a very good layout, when you come in off of Pleasant Street you're in the large front room which is a bar and restaurant. I believe I read they scaled back the food offerings and are trying do less things but better...but I can't speak to the food as I didn't have any, but I will try and remember to post pics of the menu. I digress though, the front bar & restaurant area is very welcoming and feels high end without being bougie. I grabbed a beer here before the show and was very pleased that my tab carries over into the next room AND you don't need to leave your card like some odd places do. When you head through the doors to the music side, the stage is on the right hand side and the bar is in the back. It's very roomy everywhere and there are rail seats (stools with a small flat area for your drinks) offered for a tiny bit more (I'm assuming it's the same for all shows) that surround the pit which is the dancing area in front of the stage. There are some high top tables sprinkled around behind the back of the rail opposite the stage. I think the floor/pit can be set up with seats for more mellow acts, but this was not the case for our show, thankfully! This layout gives people that want to dance plenty of room to do so. It also gives some seats for those of us that work on our feet or simply are getting a bit older :D Bottom line, this layout was well thought out and offers something for everyone. Someone told me even when the show is sold out, they don't oversell the room and squish people in. Sound: I really liked the sound in the room. It was the best in the rear, which is not uncommon. On the floor it was solid, but I did tend to move around trying to find the sweet spot. Every show is going to be a bit different, but I would bet most bands sound good or even great in hear. The room has a lot of metal and concrete. Not sure if they could put something to dampen the sound on the concrete (there might be brick as well) in the back or the Fire Dept already put the kibash on that? It seems like they thought of most else here. Offerings: There were a fair amount of choices for beer, and I was SHOCKED there were a special for some local Lager for $4. Now I had to drive and I take that pretty seriously so I only had 2, but that is the cheapest night I've ever had out. Don't get me wrong, if I wasn't driving I would have prob had stronger beers and a much bigger tab, but it's great they have options for all budgets and not just a list of 7 different IPA's. They also had Liquid Death for purchase or some tap water in a dispenser at the left corner of the bar-so people don't get too dehydrated...very cool...some of us won't drink any water if they have to pay-and will feel it the next day. I did ask about food. I think they said they serve the main menu till 10pm, then a very small quick bites menu till midnight? Don't quote me on that last part. TLDR-Great music venue and bar/restaurant up front. The staff, sound and layout are all above average and prices and offerings are solid. This is place to put on your radar if you are in driving distance. Personally, I will return!

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Matt L.

So worst kept secret - they overbuilt. And the food ultimately was not a standout. And now it's closing? Not happy. The music venue is/was amazing. the experience was great. The vibe was awesome. Sunny War. John Butcher. Gang of Four. And a couple beers and not a bad seat? Someone buy this place, simplify the food, and let the music play on. Please.

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Good place to see a show, plenty of seating and standing, nice stage, friendly bartenders, nice view out the window. Would return.

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The burger was amazing!!! Sunday there are also free games, the ambiance was super fun and nice!

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Stopped in for a drink before dinner. Cool atmosphere, huge bar, tasty drinks. Service was great.

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Amazing bar - can't wait to go back for live music! Service, ambiance and drinks were all great

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A perfect addition to downtown Gloucester--upscale but friendly with great drinks, service, and ambience!

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service was awesome. creative food and drink menus. will definitely be returning for the incredible ambiance!

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